UK economy grew 0.3% in November, exceeding expectations.

Idris Elba attended a NYC screening of *Hijack* Season 2, premiering January 14, 2026, on Apple TV.

Skye Newman, a 22-year-old London singer, won BBC Radio 1’s Sound of 2026, a top emerging artist award.

Bukayo Saka signed a five-year contract with Arsenal, committing to the club until 2031 amid interest from top European teams.

Elon Musk called the UK government "fascist" over tensions involving X's Grok AI generating controversial images, amid reports of a potential platform ban.

Macclesfield FC, a sixth-tier team, beat Crystal Palace 2-1 in the FA Cup, becoming the first non-league club to eliminate a top-flight side.

Scotland’s Finance Secretary Fiona Robison announces budget prioritizing public services, economic stability, and household support amid fiscal challenges.

Dassault Aviation invests $200M in Harmattan AI to boost AI and autonomy in combat jets and drones.

London Mayor Sadiq Khan rebuffs Trump’s criticism amid record drop in city’s murder rate.

Ireland's construction sector slowed in December 2025, but showed signs of recovery with rising orders and hiring.