The A34 southbound closes overnight Jan 17–18, 2026, for road work, with diversions advised.

UK faces criticism for mild windfall tax on North Sea profits despite record energy earnings.

Kia is developing a sub-€25,000 electric car for Europe, possibly launching before 2030.

A $580K donation from a U.S.-based Brit honors her brother’s life-saving heart transplant and boosts UK heart transplant research.

EastEnders actress Kim Medcalf confirmed her character Sam Mitchell is in remission after early-stage breast cancer, inspired by her mother’s illness.

UK dairy farmers dump milk as prices fall below production costs, threatening rural economies and food security.

Knowsley Safari welcomes seven-week-old Southern White Rhino calf Kamari, born November 20 to mother Bayami.

Azerbaijan shortened officer military service to one year from 18 months in 2025 reforms.

UK drone rules tighten Jan. 1, 2026: 100g+ drones need Flyer ID; camera drones need Operator ID; new safety features mandatory.

Scottish kids design sustainable gardens for fresh water, edible plants, and wildlife; winners build designs in June 2026.