U.S. and Israeli forces are conducting a military campaign against Iran, prompting global oil price spikes and shipping disruptions, while Europe demands clearer justifications before joining a coalition to secure the Strait of Hormuz.

Former IRA leader Gerry Adams faces claims he directed bombings, including the 1996 Manchester attack, in a UK civil trial.

Dame Jenni Murray, longtime BBC Radio 4 Woman’s Hour host, died at 75 after shaping women’s discourse for over 30 years.

French forces seized the Deyna tanker in the Mediterranean, suspecting it of smuggling oil for Russia’s war effort.

NHS warns of meningitis/sepsis outbreak with 2 deaths; urges immediate care for 8 key symptoms.

UK PM Starmer demands firing of Conservative official after calling Muslim prayer gathering an "act of domination."

Nigeria and UK sign deal to speed deportations, boost migration and trade cooperation.

British spy novelist Len Deighton, creator of Harry Palmer, has died at 97.

Kevin Hart jokes about his wax figure's odd look after fans criticize its inaccurate likeness.

JD.com launches Joybuy in UK and 6 EU markets with next-day delivery and free shipping over £29/€29.