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UK prisons: overcrowding and reoffending – is the system broken?

Overcrowding in prisons in England and Wales has contributed to soaring reoffending rates, with staff too overburdened to help offenders prepare for life on the outside.

UK care homes face ban on recruiting staff from overseas

After a drubbing in the local elections and with migrants continuing to cross the Channel in small boats, the government is set to unveil its plan to reduce migration numbers on Monday.

Bradford Kashmiris on India-Pakistan conflict

The events in Kashmir have ramifications here in the UK, not least in Bradford, where more than a quarter of people identify as Pakistani.

Reform out to dismantle UK diversity programmes

We report from Doncaster where the council is now controlled by Reform.

How significant was the Sycamore Gap tree?

Kevin Martin is the head of Tree collections at the Royal Botanic Gardens Kew - he spoke to us earlier from a digital installation around one of their ancient oaks.

Andover Advertiser

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 03:30:00 +0000
M3 and M27 closures for Hampshire drivers to be aware of this weekend

Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of February 27 to March 1

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Number of young people facing homelessness in area surges by more than a third

Youth homelessness in Test Valley rose by 37% in 2024, with 136 young people affected. Centrepoint data highlights rising UK-wide youth homelessness trends.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'New foot care clinics helping older people stay active and independent'

These clinics will bring essential foot care closer to communities across Hampshire, making it easier for older people to access professional support.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The community-owned pub and shop that are proving their worth to villages

Both businesses are members of Plunkett, a national charity that supports more than 850 community-owned businesses with specialist advice and support.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:00:00 +0000
Photographic exhibition coming to town centre with nearly 100 photos on display

Andover Photographic Club’s Annual Exhibition will run from February 27 to March 17, at the Unity Arts Studio in the Chantry Centre.

Anphoblacht

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 09:16:31 +0000
Mícheál Martin is an obstacle to Irish Unity in Fianna Fáil’s centenary year

Fianna Fáil Taoiseach Mícheál Martin has gone from delaying progress towards Irish Unity to actually becoming an obstacle to that objective which is enshrined in the Irish Constitution. And this is in the centenary year of Fianna Fáil, ‘the Rep...

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 14:48:24 +0000
Rory O'Connor - new light on an elusive figure

Gerard Shannon, author of the first ever biography of Rory O'Connor, speaks to An Phoblacht's Mícheál Mac Donncha. Best remembered for his execution by the Free State government with Liam Mellows, Joe McKelvey and Richard Barrett on 8 December 1922...

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 09:22:07 +0000
Sinn Féin decision on White House timely in light of Rubio speech

Sinn Féin President Mary Lou McDonald announced on Monday that party representatives will not participate in St Patrick’s Day events in the White House this year.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 16:55:09 +0000
Frank Stagg: 50 Years On – “We Are a Risen People”

Today marks fifty years since the death of Frank Stagg – the young Mayo man who gave his life on hunger strike in Wakefield Prison on 12 February 1976. Half a century later, his courage, his conviction, and his unbreakable belief in Irish freedom s...

Wed, 11 Feb 2026 11:11:02 +0000
The importance of Frank Stagg 50 years on

Derrin Ó Brádaigh tracks the links between Frank Stagg’s hunger strike 50 years ago and the Palestinian activists who spent 73 days on hunger strike this year.

Armenia News

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Armenian News

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:56:16 GMT
Baku says AZAL crash caused by Russian military

“The plane crash occurred due to the fault of the Russian Ministry of Defense,” Bayramov said.

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:26:19 GMT
U.S. seeks Russia-Ukraine deal by July 4

According to the agency’s sources, there are currently no signs that Russian President Vladimir Putin is ready to agree to a deal.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 11:29:02 GMT
Egypt raises entry visa fee from March 1

Entry will remain free for tourists arriving at Sharm el-Sheikh Airport and staying on the Sinai Peninsula for up to 15 days.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:21:26 GMT
Aragchi warns of response to U.S. attack

“I will not say exactly what we will do. It is obvious that we will defend ourselves,” he said.

Sat, 21 Feb 2026 10:04:07 GMT
Aragchi says 3,117 killed in Iran protests

“If anyone disputes the accuracy of our data, please provide evidence,” the Foreign Minister wrote.

Hampshire drivers will need to be aware of a couple of closures on the M3 and M27 for the weekend of February 27 to March 1

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Tribute band to bring homage to 'soft rock' sensations to Basingstoke

The show is part of the band’s debut UK and Ireland tour, which promises to deliver all the heartfelt harmonies and mellow melodies.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
MP backs apprenticeship reforms to help young people get skilled jobs faster

Basingstoke MP Luke Murphy marked National Apprenticeship Week with visits to Basingstoke College of Technology (BCoT) and Asda Basingstoke.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
£50m earmarked for better bus services to double journeys by 2035

Planned improvements cover bus stop upgrades, enhanced stations and interchanges, real-time information displays and bus priority schemes.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Residents invited to have their say on plans to upgrade four play areas

The upgrades are part of Basingstoke and Deane Borough Council’s ongoing commitment to improve and maintain play spaces.

BBC News Humberside

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:03:11 GMT
'Cruel' passport rule stops woman seeing dying mum

British woman Annie says changes to dual-citizenship passports has stopped her returning to the UK.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:04:10 GMT
Learning bus to tour and teach English and maths

East Riding of Yorkshire Council says the bus will tour the county to help adults access courses.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:30:21 GMT
Counter terrorism police arrest two people in raid

An army bomb disposal unit was called in "after the discovery of potentially suspicious items".

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:43:40 GMT
'Don't give up fighting for a SEND school place'

Beverley family say the fight to get their son a special school place has been "exhausting".

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:35:50 GMT
Delayed A63 underpass scheme nears completion

Senior project manager Fran Oliver says the road is expected to open to traffic in the coming weeks.

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Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:45:00 +0300
BelCCI, Hong Kong Federation of Innovative Technologies to step up business ties

“We invite you to think about organizing an exhibition of the economic potential of the Hong Kong Special Administrative Region in Belarus at premises of the China-Belarus industrial park Great Stone,” the BelCCI deputy chairwoman stressed.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:37:00 +0300
Belarus U21 fall to Denmark in 2027 Euro qualifier

Belarus U21 started their match against Denmark in Gori, Georgia, with a narrow 0-1 defeat.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:11:00 +0300
Belarus, Kazakhstan target $1bn in bilateral trade

Aleksandr Turchin noted that the agreement to hold the meeting was reached during the recent visit of the Belarusian governmental delegation to Kazakhstan.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:08:00 +0300
Belarus’ border agency: Over 700 trucks are waiting to enter Poland

The State Border Committee reported that there were no queues for passenger vehicles at the EU border as of 10.00 in the morning, 19 November.

Wed, 19 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0300
Belarus, Greece play out goalless draw in final FIFA World Cup qualifier

In Zalaegerszeg, Hungary, in what was considered their home game, Belarus played out a goalless draw with Greece.

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Borehamwood Times

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000
Forest Care Village Borehamwood unveils new hygge-style makeover

Forest Care Village, a private specialist centre in Borehamwood offering dedicated 24/7 nursing care, has showcased a remarkable new interior, following significant investments in a new atrium, communal areas and private living spaces to bring wellne...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:30:18 +0000
Winter Paralympic Flame is lit as president says 'it's capable of transforming lives'

Stoke Mandeville stadium came abuzz with figures from every walk of life as the journey as the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games began.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:28:35 +0000
Huey Morgan marks 30 Years of Come Find Yourself with new UK Tour

Huey Morgan is marking 30 Years of Come Find Yourself with a new UK Tour.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:24:12 +0000
Centrepoint success for Sefyu - Run every day and don't give up

Arriving at just 17, his journey to safety was long and uncertain, taking him first to France and then to England.

Wed, 18 Feb 2026 07:20:00 +0000
High Street TV’s £1Million stock clearance sale is still on

With a wide range of products, High Street TV has everything for the home and garden and lots in between.

Bournemouth Echo

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000
More changes at Vitality Stadium in car park as enabling works continue

Fans coming to watch the Cherries play Sunderland at the Vitality Stadium tomorrow will notice more changes as work continues on the enabling works for the club’s stadium expansion.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Poole pet photographer given 'Small Business Sunday' award

A POOLE based pet photographer has been awarded ‘small business Sunday’ which she says is a “big milestone” in her career.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Plan to treble the number of rooms at popular Premier Inn

Plans to transform a popular Premier Inn by almost trebling the number of bedrooms have been unveiled

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:10:39 +0000
LIVE: Overturned lorry shuts A35

Emergency services are dealing an over-turned lorry on the A35. We will bring you updates as we get them.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:35:00 +0000
Local restaurant's popularity down to nostalgia and family focus

a centrepiece where shoppers could stop for a civilised lunch in the midst of the hustle and busy shopping centre,

Bradford Telegraph and Argus

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Live Facial Recognition arrives in Bradford - here's how it will all work

Live Facial Recognition (LFR) has arrived in Bradford - and West Yorkshire Police opened the doors of their high‑tech van to the Telegraph & Argus.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000
Names of two pensioners who allegedly racially abused woman in park

Two pensioners are to appear in court next month in connection with an incident in which a woman was allegedly racially abused in a park last summer.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
'No one wanted to see it go' - Plans for health centre site on Bradford estate

A derelict health centre in Holme Wood could be converted into housing if new plans are approved.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 03:00:00 +0000
Reason for Bradford food waste collections delay - when will service be ready?

Food waste collections are unlikely to be rolled out in Bradford until September.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 01:00:00 +0000
Bradford Club building to be brought back to life - here's what it will become

An iconic city centre building will be brought back into use.

Bridgwater Mercury

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:07:12 +0000
Somerset Council on government 'naughty step' as budget day looms

Somerset Council will be able to set a balanced budget for the next 12 months - but further central government support will be in short supply

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Looking back: When Bridgwater College scooped a prestigious award for sport

In February 2016, Bridgwater College celebrated a significant achievement by winning its 14th Association of Colleges Beacon Award for sport. The award recognised the college's commitment to providing its students with a variety of opportunities that...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
King's representative in Somerset appointed patron of chamber of commerce

Lord Lieutenant of Somerset, Mohammed Saddiq, named patron of Somerset Chamber of Commerce, supporting local businesses and Somerset’s economic growth.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Clinton Rogers column: We need your help for Musgrove Park

League of Friends donates £835k for new spinal surgery robot at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton, boosting NHS care amid growing charity fundraising challenges.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:51:11 +0000
McLaren Formula 1 engineer visits college to talk to students

A senior engineer from McLaren Formula 1 has returned to University Centre Somerset (UCS) to speak with current students about his career in motorsport.

Bridport News

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 01:43:00 +0000
Couple who escaped devastating house fire owe their lives to local firefighters

A RETIRED couple from a rural community in west Dorset said they would 'not be here' if it wasn't for the quick response of their local fire station - which is at risk of closure.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:08:09 +0000
Section of A35 closed as HGV flips

A section of the A35 has closed this morning near Bere Regis

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 02:56:00 +0000
Concerns raised after van crashed into house

Issues have been raised regarding the safety of residents after van crashed into house in Bridport

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:40:54 +0000
More than 300 fire service crew injured in the line of duty

MORE than 300 on-duty staff have been injured whilst working for Dorset & Wiltshire Fire and Rescue Service.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:09:00 +0000
Lord-Lieutenant becomes patron of charity which supports thousands across Dorset

The Lord-Lieutenant of Dorset has been appointed patron of a charity supporting more than 3,500 people locally

Bucks Free Press

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Pinewood Studios £1bn expansion plans approved for five storey high data centre

Plans for a new £1 billion data centre close to the world-famous Pinewood Studios site, have been approved.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:06:14 +0000
PAPER PREVIEW: Bucks Free Press newspapers, February 27

With the Bucks Free Press set to hit the stands this morning (February 27), here's a preview of what's inside your newspaper.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:31:53 +0000
M40 reopened after multi-vehicle crash closure with major emergency response

At 1.09am this morning, Feburary 27, the M40 northbound closed between J4 High Wycombe and J5 Stokenchurch, after a multi-vehicle crash.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:12:10 +0000
As it happened: motorway partially blocked after crash involving lorry

M25 in Bucks is partially blocked due to a crash with a lorry involved on the M25 anticlockwise after J16 (M40 Interchange).

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Childhood sweethearts celebrate diamond wedding anniversary in Wycombe

A couple who met when they lived just two houses apart in Sheffield as children have marked their 60th wedding anniversary in High Wycombe.

Burnham and Highbridge Weekly News

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:07:12 +0000
Somerset Council on government 'naughty step' as budget day looms

Somerset Council will be able to set a balanced budget for the next 12 months - but further central government support will be in short supply

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Clinton Rogers column: Help required for Musgrove Park Hospital charity

League of Friends donates £835k for new spinal surgery robot at Musgrove Park Hospital, Taunton, boosting NHS care amid growing charity fundraising challenges.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Lord Lieutenant named patron of Somerset Chamber of Commerce

Lord Lieutenant of Somerset, Mohammed Saddiq, named patron of Somerset Chamber of Commerce, supporting local businesses and Somerset’s economic growth.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:51:07 +0000
Stolen dog missing for eight years enjoys first year back at home

A dog who was reunited with her delighted owners after she had been stolen from their Norfolk garden has enjoyed her first year living back in her family home.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:32:00 +0000
Police officer dismissed for using photo frame to 'weigh down keyboard keys'

A police officer has been dismissed after giving a false impression she was working by using a picture frame to weigh down keys on her laptop.

Chard and Ilminster News

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Interview: Thomas Rew on captaining England alongside his A-levels

England U19 cricket star Thomas Rew talks returning to King’s College Taunton for A-levels after World Cup final and Somerset debut season.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:47:28 +0000
Chard business opens store in new location following success of first shop

A new business has opened in Somerset, marking the second store the business has opened following the success of the first branch, which opened in Chard.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000
Taunton and Yeovil stores issue product recall after 'trace levels of asbestos' found

A retailer with stores in Somerset has recalled one of its products after revealing it was flagged as a health risk due to possible asbestos contamination.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:07:12 +0000
Somerset Council on government 'naughty step' as budget day looms

Somerset Council will be able to set a balanced budget for the next 12 months - but further central government support will be in short supply

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:00:00 +0000
Ilminster woman described as 'best nan in the world' celebrates 90th birthday

A woman from Barrington is turning 90-years-old today (February 27, 2026) and will be celebrating with her family to mark hitting the special milestone.

Chronicle Live

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000
North East mum praises pioneering speech therapy that helped boy, 5, and 'didn't make him feel different'

A pioneering new speech therapy scheme has already had a huge impact on a little Sunderland lad

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000
Three terrifying words greet lags at 'Monster Mansion' jail where Ian Huntley was attacked

A truly terrifying three-word sign is said to greet inmates inside HMP Frankland where Soham killer Ian Huntley was reportedly left in a pool of his own blood after an attack yesterday morning

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:44:38 +0000
Aldi dethrones Lidl as supermarket introduces new £13.50 change

Aldi has announced it will increase pay for 28,000 store assistants to £13.50 nationally from April 1, making it the highest paying supermarket in the UK and surpassing rival Lidl

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:39:03 +0000
Popular Spanish beaches shut ahead of Easter due to 'faecal contamination'

Two popular Spanish beaches have been closed off due to the presence of 'faecal contamination' just weeks ahead of the peak Easter season, with more closures possible

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:20:25 +0000
Full list of 13 countries which Foreign Office advises Brits not to visit as it adds new hotspot

Mexico is added to 'do not visit' countries following violent clashes

Coventry Telegraph

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:25:46 +0000
Police hunt after suspected gunman threatens shop worker for cash

Warwickshire Police say the man covered his face during the incident

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:17:26 +0000
Coventry triple killer behind attack on Soham child murderer Ian Huntley

Anthony Russell reportedly attacked Huntley with a metal pole on Thursday

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:00:07 +0000
Section of A46 closed after multi-vehicle crash

The incident happened in Warwickshire shortly after 6am

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:39:11 +0000
Memorial well to be built in Ghana for Coventry teen at centre of murder probe

Michael Ababio, who was just 18, was fatally stabbed outside a city library

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:30:00 +0000
Devoted Coventry Windrush couple celebrate 65th anniversary as daughter says 'true love'

Rupert and Carmel Anderson have achieved the rare honour of receiving celebratory cards from two monarchs

Czech Republic Ceske Noviny

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:50:00 +0100
Dědička rodu Walderode získá mobiliář zámku Hrubý Rohozec

Semily - Mobiliář státního zámku Hrubý Rohozec v Turnově náleží Johanně Kamerlanderové, dědičce rodu Walderode. Rozhodl o tom dnes okresní soud v Semilech, verdikt ale není zatím pravomocný. Vdova...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:49:00 +0100
AP: Třicet let od vydání se značka Pokémon i nadále těší obrovské popularitě

Los Angeles - Celý život Bensona Lua se točí kolem Pokémonů. Šestadvacetiletý muž hraje mobilní hru Pokémon Go každý den už deset let, každý týden se dívá na animovaný seriál a každý týden navštěvuje...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:36:00 +0100
Orbán řekl, že se s Ficem dohodl na vzniku komise pro ropovod Družba

Budapešť - Maďarský premiér Viktor Orbán dnes řekl, že se se svým slovenským protějškem Robertem Ficem dohodl na vytvoření společné maďarsko-slovenské komise pro vyhodnocení stavu ropovodu Družba....

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:21:00 +0100
MF odvolalo generálního ředitele státní firmy Mero Pantůčka

Praha - Ministerstvo financí odvolalo předsedu představenstva a generálního ředitele státního provozovatele ropovodů Mero Jaroslava Pantůčka. Informaci Radiožurnálu potvrdil ČTK tiskový odbor ministerstva....

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:16:00 +0100
Halové atletické mistrovství republiky ozdobí Štefela se Švábíkovou

Ostrava - Na víkendovém halovém mistrovství České republiky v atletice se představí i bronzový výškař z loňského světového šampionátu Jan Štefela a tyčkařka Amálie Švábíková, která by mohla v Ostravě...

Czech Republic Radio Praha

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:31:00 +0100
NBA: Krejčí scores 14 in portland win

NBA: Krejčí scores 14 in portland win

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:25:00 +0100
Saharan dust to reach Czechia

Saharan dust to reach Czechia

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:50:00 +0100
Czech beer finally finds its way back into Czech glasses

Beer is one of the most iconic symbols of the Czech Republic. Yet since the 1990s, it has rarely been served in Czech-made glasses — a surprising reality in a country also renowned for its glassmaking. Now, after 30 years, Czech beer is set to be ...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:13:00 +0100
Arnošt Lustig Library opens in Brno

Arnošt Lustig Library opens in Brno

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:42:00 +0100
The London Symphony Orchestra to perform at the Smetana Litomyšl Festival

The London Symphony Orchestra to perform at the Smetana Litomyšl Festival

Daily Mail

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:02:25 GMT
Pro-Palestine activists vandalise Winston Churchill's statue with 'zionist war criminal' slogans

Pro-Palestine activists have vandalised Winston Churchill's statue with slogans including 'Zionist war criminal', 'Stop the Genocide', 'Never again is Now', 'Globalise the Intifada.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:59:22 GMT
Angela Rayner leads demands for Labour lurch to Left with Starmer on the brink after by-election disaster - as gloating Greens boast they'll have 100 MPs soon

Angela Rayner called for 'change' as critics insisted Keir Starmer is personally culpable for the 'worst possible' result in Gorton & Denton.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:51:59 GMT
How prison where Ian Huntley was attacked has earned the nickname 'Monster Mansion' as Britain's most notorious criminals are left to languish - and turn on each other

Soham killer Ian Huntley suffered serious injuries after being assaulted this morning at HMP Frankland in County Durham, a Category A jail for hundreds of murderers, rapists and terrorists.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:51:25 GMT
The secret life of Soham liar Maxine Carr: How teaching assistant who gave her lover Ian Huntley a false alibi is living under new identity after 'getting married and moving to countryside'

The former teaching assistant was granted lifelong anonymity under her new identity, having served half of her prison sentence.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:50:44 GMT
Inmate 'who battered Ian Huntley with metal bar from jail recycling' leaving him 'ripped apart like a rat' is pictured - as the Soham beast fights for life with 'very, very serious skull wounds'

The 52-year-old, who is serving life in prison for the murder of two 10-year-old girls in 2002, was attacked while working in the waste management workshop at HMP Frankland.

Daily Star

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:03:29 +0000
Ian Huntley attack suspect identified as triple killer who shouted 'I've killed him'

The inmate suspected of attacking child killer Ian Huntley in HMP Frankland has been named and pictured as Anthony Russell, a triple killer who raped a pregnant woman

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:59:44 +0000
Winston Churchill statue vandalised with 'war criminal' graffiti in London

The Winston Churchill statue in Parliament Square was defaced in the early hours with pro-Palestine slogans including 'Zionist war criminal' and 'Stop the Genocide'

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:58:08 +0000
72 tigers 'suddenly' die in popular wild life park as agency to probe 'sick' visitors

More than 70 tigers have died at two Tiger Kingdom wildlife parks in Chiang Mai, Thailand, within just 10 days, with visitors who may have been exposed now being monitored by health authorities

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:56:37 +0000
Bride-to-be and daughter break woman's nose as hen party turns to ugly brawl

Donna Ellis and Elisa Smith punched and kicked victim until she lost consciousness outside The Black Garter pub, leaving her with broken nose and fractured septum

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:44:33 +0000
Burn victim whose feed 'boiled' in horrifying accident re-learns how to walk

After surviving a horrific accident that left her with severe burns, multiple toe amputations, and years in a wheelchair, Katya Komleva, 34, is now defying the odds by training to become a professional surfer

East London and West Essex Guardian

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:33:52 +0000
Ryanair passenger avoids hefty baggage charge with this simple trick

A spokesman for Ryanair said the passenger had booked a basic fare ticket that entitled them to carry one small personal bag onboard.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:06:59 +0000
Ocado to axe 1,000 jobs as part of £150 million restructure affecting UK workforce

Ocado has announced plans to axe around 1,000 jobs as it looks to slash costs by about £150 million as part of a wider restructure.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:45:26 +0000
Police rush to 'serious' van crash with M25 closed

The M25 is partially closed after a "serious" crash involving a van. Live updates here.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:13:44 +0000
New Superloop bus route set to link two east London boroughs

TfL has confirmed that a new Superloop route will go ahead next year following a public consultation.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:43:00 +0000
Playful, loving and full of charm: Maisie needs her perfect match

Cats Protection Epping Forest Branch introduce Maisie, a sweet and playful four‑month‑old kitten who loves cuddles and adventure, ready to bring joy and affection to her forever home.

El Pais (sp)

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 17:13:44 +0200
Un periodista que viajó a Milán para cubrir el Valencia-Atalanta, positivo por coronavirus

Se trata del segundo caso confirmado en la comunidad y el decimoquinto en España desde el lunes

Sun, 1 Mar 2020 15:16:43 +0200
Mapa de la expansión y claves para entender el coronavirus de Wuhan

Qué es, cómo se transmite, cuál es la población más vulnerable y dimensiones del contagio en el mundo

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 15:26:25 +0200
El turismo italiano se resiente; España mira expectante

La patronal hotelera del área de Venecia describe un sector “al borde del colapso”

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 19:26:43 +0200
“La magnitud del problema del coronavirus no será diferente a una gripe”

Ángel Gil de Miguel, catedrático de Medicina Preventiva y Salud Pública de la Universidad Rey Juan Carlos, lanza un mensaje de tranquilidad

Thu, 27 Feb 2020 13:36:34 +0200
Seis italianos encerrados por partida doble

Los compañeros de viaje de los cuatro positivos en Canarias están aislados del resto en el hotel en cuarentena

Epsom Guardian

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:33:52 +0000
Ryanair passenger avoids hefty baggage charge with this simple trick

A spokesman for Ryanair said the passenger had booked a basic fare ticket that entitled them to carry one small personal bag onboard.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:06:59 +0000
Ocado to axe 1,000 jobs as part of £150 million restructure affecting UK workforce

Ocado has announced plans to axe around 1,000 jobs as it looks to slash costs by about £150 million as part of a wider restructure.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 11:47:49 +0000
Ewell stepping stones closed AGAIN after heavy rain causes flooding

The stepping stones in Ewell have been closed to the public for the second time following persistent heavy rain that has caused flooding.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
All the closures and changes on the London Underground you need to know this weekend

Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 27 to March 1) and don't be caught out.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:09:56 +0000
Half of UK population would turn to AI for financial advice

Half of Brits would turn to AI for financial advice including ways to save, ideas for reducing bills and guidance on setting goals.

Estonia

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:54:15 +0200
VIKTORIA LADÕNSKAJA-KUBITS ⟩ Ida-Viru County’s four «victims» – what would they even have to talk about?

When we talk about Ida-Viru County, people often argue about the possible causes and consequences of the county’s current situation, citing data processed in offices and striking headlines written by foreign journalists. But sometimes, to truly und...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:47:17 +0200
A threat was made against the Nordic power system. Internal Security Service: Estonia’s threat level has not changed

According to Swedish and Finnish media, a terrorist threat has been made against the power systems of all Nordic countries. At the same time, Finnish authorities are reassuring the public, saying there is currently no concrete danger.

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:28:16 +0200
REACTION TO THE PRESIDENT’S SPEECH ⟩ Joel Luhamets: The Speech Conveyed Deep Gratitude, Care, and Concern for Our People

Emeritus Bishop Joel Luhamets writes, in his reflection on the speech given on the 108th anniversary of the Republic, that the President’s concern about population decline was powerfully highlighted in the address.

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:35:00 +0200
Speech by President Alar Karis on the 108th Anniversary of the Republic of Estonia

I like Estonia the way it is.Estonia is small, but there are good people here.I like Estonia because it is my grandfather’s land.It’s nice to be in Estonia. I like how the sun shines in summer.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:29:11 +0200
EDITORIAL ⟩ We Are a Small but Dignified Sports Nation

The Milano Cortina Winter Olympic Games, which conclude on Sunday evening, offered Estonia a great deal of nerve‑racking excitement, a fair share of disappointments, a sobering reality check, and the joy of an unexpected medal. A full range of emot...

Estonia Post Times

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 21:54:15 +0200
VIKTORIA LADÕNSKAJA-KUBITS ⟩ Ida-Viru County’s four «victims» – what would they even have to talk about?

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:47:17 +0200
A threat was made against the Nordic power system. Internal Security Service: Estonia’s threat level has not changed

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:28:16 +0200
REACTION TO THE PRESIDENT’S SPEECH ⟩ Joel Luhamets: The Speech Conveyed Deep Gratitude, Care, and Concern for Our People

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:35:00 +0200
Speech by President Alar Karis on the 108th Anniversary of the Republic of Estonia

I like Estonia the way it is.Estonia is small, but there are good people here.I like Estonia because it is my grandfather’s land.It’s nice to be in Estonia. I like how the sun shines in summer.

Mon, 23 Feb 2026 15:29:11 +0200
EDITORIAL ⟩ We Are a Small but Dignified Sports Nation

Euro Weekly

Europe

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:35:58 +0100
Khojaly tragedy remembered as region moves towards peace

Commemorations are taking place to mourn the deaths of hundreds killed in February 1992 in the town of Khojaly during the Karabakh conflict between Armenia and Azerbaijan.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:33:22 +0100
Ramadan in Gaza marked by grief amid fragile ceasefire and ruins

Ramadan in Gaza unfolds amid mourning, destroyed homes, and mass displacement, while UN High Commissioner for Human Rights Volker Türk warns of long-term consequences.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:22:03 +0100
Therian trend: Masked youth identifying as animals gather in Buenos Aires

Teenagers in Buenos Aires identifying as “therians” are going viral on social media, prompting mixed public reactions from mental health professionals.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:00:33 +0100
Latest news bulletin | February 27th, 2026 – Morning

Catch up with the most important stories from around Europe and beyond this February 27th, 2026 - latest news, breaking news, World, Business, Entertainment, Politics, Culture, Travel.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:43:44 +0100
Hillary Clinton tells panel she had no knowledge of Epstein crimes and calls on Trump to testify

Hillary Clinton used her forced appearance Thursday before a Republican-led panel probing Jeffrey Epstein to go on the offensive and demand President Donald Trump testify about his own links to the sex offender.

Europe BBC

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:53:39 GMT
The AI videos supercharging Russia's online disinformation campaigns

Security experts have warned that Western governments are poorly equipped to counter a new frontier of online disinformation.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 23:33:49 GMT
Remains found in Tasmania most likely belong to missing Belgian backpacker

Celine Cremer, 31, disappeared after going on a hike in a rainforest in June 2023.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:07:30 GMT
EU states told to use existing fund for safe abortions after citizens' petition

The European Commission stops short of creating a new funding facility to enable women to travel for safe abortions.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:10:01 GMT
Man, 82, crushed to death in car at Munich scrapyard

Police said the car was meant to be scrapped and the man must have climbed into it without being noticed.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:56:39 GMT
Danish PM calls snap election with Greenland issue centre-stage

The issue of Greenland, which Donald Trump wants to annex, is likely to dominate the election campaign.

Evening Telegraph

Express and Star

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:17:56 +0000
Major Staffordshire road closed in both directions after fuel spill

A major road in Staffordshire is closed in both directions after a large fuel spillage caused by a road traffic collision.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:07:14 +0000
'You could live almost off grid': Crumbling WW2 'James Bond-style' power station on sale for £2 million

A unique WW2 blast-proof building, described as 'James Bond-style', is now up for sale along with 55 acres of woodland, with a guide price of £2 million.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:56:14 +0000
‘Nick had everything to live for’: Grieving family tell of heartache after their loved one died at West Midlands workplace

The family of a West Midlands machinist who died in a workplace incident have spoken of their grief after the company was fined £750,000

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:53:51 +0000
Passengers facing delays on Birmingham Cross City Line due to track circuit fault

Passengers are facing delays on the Cross City Line due to a track circuit fault this morning.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:13:30 +0000
How an unassuming Wolverhampton building was preserved by dedicated campaigners who fought against its demolition

A Wolverhampton brutalist building, home to an art school, was saved from demolition thanks to campaign efforts, receiving Grade II-listed status at the tail end of 2025.

Finland Today

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:51:29 +0000
VIDEO: Heavy Snowfall in Helsinki on Thursday; Snowstorm Disrupts Traffic Across Finland, Causes Bus Cancellations and Delays

A heavy snowfall on Thursday has disrupted traffic across Finland, particularly in the south.

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:52:41 +0000
Armed Police Respond to Gun Scare at a Helsinki Shopping Center on Wednesday Evening

A report of an armed individual at a shopping center in Kalasatama prompted a swift and heavy police response on Wednesday evening.

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:52:09 +0000
Wolt Considers Cutting Dozens of Jobs in Finland Amid Rapid Growth

Wolt, the Finnish food delivery company with about 1,500 employees in Finland, has announced plans to reduce its Finnish workforce as part of an ongoing negotiation process.

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 08:48:19 +0000
Heavy Snow and Freezing Rain to Cause Hazardous Driving Conditions in Southern Finland on Thursday

Southern Finland is expected to experience hazardous driving conditions on Thursday due to a forecast of heavy snowfall up to 10 to 15 centimeters.

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 07:43:04 +0000
Finland Grants €72 Million Humanitarian Aid for 2026, Prioritizing Ukraine Global Crisis Relief and Disability Inclusion

Finland is allocating €72 million in humanitarian aid for early 2026, with substantial portions designated for Ukraine and other crisis regions around the world.

Finland Yle Uutiset

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:42:36 +0200
Finland deports record number of criminals

A total of 169 people were ordered to leave the country, reports Helsingin Sanomat.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:45:40 +0200
Apartment prices fell by nearly 3% in January

A senior economist characterised the agency's figures as even bleaker than expected.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:51:40 +0200
Friday's papers: Cargo ships stuck in ice, first the flu and now this, and it's slippery out there

Warnings are in effect for slippery conditions for drivers and pedestrians in many areas. There are also flood warnings issued in more than half a dozen regions.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:52:32 +0200
Do you qualify for Finland's new 25% flat tax?

Finland is willing to reduce income taxes for those it most wants to attract.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:14:20 +0200
APN on Video: Student life in Finland — the expectation vs the reality

The shining reputation of the Finnish education system and the promise of a healthy work-life balance attracts many students from abroad, but do the realities meet the expectations?

France 24 Live News

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:45:24 GMT
Iran urges US to drop 'excessive demands' to reach deal

The Oman-mediated talks follow repeated threats from President Donald Trump to strike Iran, and with the United States conducting its biggest military build-up in the region in decades. Trump on February 19 gave Iran 15 days to reach a deal, and wh...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:09:19 GMT
Balkan 'forbidden' love comedy smashes stereotypes and records

But there's a catch -- she is Croatian and he is Serbian. The rivalry between the two Balkan neighbours becomes comedy gold in the smash hit film "Wedding", which has audiences in both countries laughing at themselves. The Croatian-Serbian co-prod...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:56:10 GMT
Walid Regragui set to step down as Morocco coach

Worn down after four years as Morocco coach, Walid Regragui is expected to step down, with the World Cup now less than four months away. The Moroccan federation, which met on Thursday, is likely to announce Regragui's successor soon. The leading c...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:37:15 GMT
'Fearless' Tracey Emin gets major London retrospective

One of the best-known contemporary artists in the world, Emin, 62, nearly died in 2020 due to an aggressive cancer and has since undergone multiple major surgeries to treat the disease. Those harrowing years have heavily influenced the showcase, "...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:17:28 GMT
French prosecutors probe Al-Fayeds over sex trafficking

French authorities began investigating the late Egyptian businessman and his brother Salah last year amid allegations of a vast system of sex trafficking and abuse on French soil. "Every time I met Mohamed Al-Fayed, he tried to assault me," his for...

France RFI

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:54:13 GMT
Belarus opposition leader fears her country could become Putin's 'consolation prize'

Tikhanovskaya said it was crucial for Ukraine to win its battle but that Belarus, a close ally of Moscow under current leader President Alexander Lukashenko, should not be sacrificed. "It is important for us that Europe represents the Belarusian vo...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:52:12 GMT
Amorim axe could cost Man Utd £16 million

Amorim's turbulent 14-month reign came to an end on January 5 following the Portuguese boss's public attack on United's hierarchy, with his five coaches also following him out of Old Trafford. A United filing to the New York Stock Exchange on Thurs...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:44:19 GMT
Iran urges US to drop 'excessive demands' to reach deal

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:44:14 GMT
Japan ruling party approves plans to beef up intelligence

Newly empowered after a landslide victory in snap elections this month, Takaichi has vowed to make Japan "strong and prosperous" through key policy changes including in defence and intelligence. The plans come as a months-long diplomatic row betwee...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:38:15 GMT
India aim for 'fearless cricket' ahead of West Indies showdown

Hot favourites to defend their title on home soil, India thrashed Zimbabwe by 72 runs in Chennai on Thursday to bounce back from their heavy defeat against South Africa in their Super Eights opener. India's batting, led by opener Abhishek Sharma's ...

French News Online

Gazette Live

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:54:16 +0000
Bride-to-be and daughter in the dock after ugly brawl on hen do sees woman's nose broken

NORTH EAST NEWS: Donna Ellis and her daughter Elisa Smith admitted assault and affray after the victim was knocked unconscious

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:01:27 +0000
'I'm heading to Parliament': Greens win highly contested by-election in major upset for Labour

Hannah Spencer, a councillor and plumber, secured victory for the Greens with 14,980 votes

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:05:00 +0000
Teen in gang fight on Stockton estate caught after falling asleep in stolen car

Kian Walker has been jailed following a gang fight in a residential Stockton street

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Caretaker's bungalow to be demolished as Redcar school plans extra nursery capacity

Previous plans anticipated the bungalow would remain and be converted into a new nursery extension

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000
Community leisure facility to re-open on time after refurb despite council issuing contract extension

It's hoped an upgrade to an auditorium and stage will help with plans to put on year-round theatre performances

Gazette News

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000
Colchester Pubwatch welcomes MP to celebrate award win

Colchester’s Pubwatch group welcomed MP Pam Cox after being named National Pubwatch of the Year.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +0000
Finalists announced for East of England Energy Ambassador award

The finalists have been revealed for the East of England Energy Ambassador award, sponsored by GENERATE, at the East Anglia Clean & Green Awards 2026.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:30:00 +0000
Life-saving emergency bleed kits to be installed at every Essex fire station

Anti-knife crime campaigner Julie Taylor founded The Liam Taylor Legacy in memory of her grandson, who was tragically killed in Writtle in 2020.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:13:00 +0000
Delays as A12 partially blocked after crash near Hatfield Peverel

The A12 is partially blocked after a crash near Hatfield Peverel.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:56:00 +0000
Evri delivery driver seen dumping parcels into yard of nearby courier company

Footage shows an Evri delivery driver dumping customers' parcels into a yard - which embarrassingly also belongs to a courier company.

Germany

Thu, 13 Nov 2025 17:16:00 +0100
Germany's Queen Mum: Nostalgia for the Merkel Era Alive and Well

With every blunder from Chancellor Friedrich Merz, longing for the purported good, old days of Angela Merkel grows in Germany. Many miss her tone, her presence. Has Germany's Queen Mum noticed?

Tue, 7 Oct 2025 10:53:00 +0200
Growing Anti-Semitism: How Jews in Germany Are Dealing with a Changed Reality

Life has changed for Jews in Germany since the Hamas terror attack on Israel on October 7, 2023. Netanyahu's vicious war in Gaza has led to rising anti-Semitism and increased fear in the Jewish community. Three members of that community describe what...

Sat, 6 Sep 2025 16:19:00 +0200
Müllermilch Boss with Fringe Friends: A German Dairy Billionaire's Links to the Far Right

The dairy billionaire Theo Müller is friends with Alice Weidel, the co-leader of the right-wing extremist party Alternative for Germany. She and other fringe figures were invited to his extravagant birthday party.

Tue, 26 Aug 2025 08:45:00 +0200
"Have We Done It?": How Is Germany Doing 10 Years after the Refugee Crisis?

In 2015, with hundreds of thousands of refugees from Syria and elsewhere marching toward Germany, Chancellor Angela Merkel said: "We can do it." Ten years have since passed. How much progress has been made?

Wed, 20 Aug 2025 16:26:00 +0200
Merz Under Fire: German Conservatives Roiled by Chancellor's Decision on Arms for Israel

German Chancellor Friedrich Merz decided last week to partially suspend arms deliveries to Israel - a policy shift he made all on his own. Conservative lawmakers in the country are furious.

Germany European News

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:06:00 +0100
Portrait of a City after Four Years of War: The Courage of Kyiv

The attacks come at night. But once the sun comes up, daily life continues. After four years of war, the Ukrainian capital of Kyiv remains defiant. Where does the city's strength come from?

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 17:02:00 +0100
Gisèle Pelicot After the Rape Trial: "I Now Allow Myself to Be Happy Again"

The courage Gisèle Pelicot showed during the trial of her rapists made her a hero to women around the world. Here, she speaks about the difficult weeks in court and the source of her bravery.

Mon, 9 Feb 2026 17:40:00 +0100
Ongoing Interactions with Sailing Vessels: The Mysterious Behavior of the Orcas of Gibraltar

For the past several years, orcas off the coast of southwestern Europe have been ramming boats and sailboat rudders for no apparent reason. Why?

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:35:00 +0100
Former Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz: An Alliance of the Illiberal Right with Tech?

former Austrian Chancellor Sebastian Kurz is traveling the world as a businessman. And he is making sure to maintain his close ties to those with power. Might he be considering a return to politics?

Mon, 19 Jan 2026 15:12:00 +0100
Fast Fashion Exploitation: How the Clothes-Hanger Wars Escalated in Italy

A double murder in Rome shook Italy's Chinese community. The trail led to Prato, the heart of the fast-fashion industry - where workers from Asia are exploited by ruthless companies.

Get West London

Get West london

Greek Reporter

Tue, 16 Feb 2016 17:46:35 +0000
Greece's exit from Schengen will not solve the refugee crisis

tsipras-tousk.jpg As stated by European Council President Donald Tusk after his meeting the Greek Prime Minister Alexis Tsipras at Maximou residence. ...

Tue, 16 Feb 2016 16:54:05 +0000
Incompetence fails SYRIZA’s governing

12715551_1021794801216661_3889761652356951816_n.jpg Иn his new book entitled "SYRIZA: The Failure of Populist Promises" to Cas Mudde, Associate Professor of Political Science at the University...

Tue, 16 Feb 2016 11:08:39 +0000
Pensions, taxes and non-performing loans hinder negotiations with creditors

imagehandler_10.jpg According to Mario Draghi, the fast completion of the monitoring is as important as carrying it under conditions of trust. read more

Mon, 15 Feb 2016 20:22:57 +0000
5.2 on the Richter scale rocked the Peloponnese

seismos_1.jpg The earthquake was felt shortly after 09:00 pm today, its epicentre was about 25 kilometres southeast of the town of Pyrgos at a depth of about 5 kilometres. read more

Mon, 15 Feb 2016 20:09:22 +0000
Christ crucified again ... in Crete

newego_large_t_1101_54634165_type13145.jpg Nikos Kazantzakis' novel has a contemporary resonance in relation to the refugee crisis and other problems of our time, said director Thodoris Papadou...

Harrow Times

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:33:52 +0000
Ryanair passenger avoids hefty baggage charge with this simple trick

A spokesman for Ryanair said the passenger had booked a basic fare ticket that entitled them to carry one small personal bag onboard.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:06:59 +0000
Ocado to axe 1,000 jobs as part of £150 million restructure affecting UK workforce

Ocado has announced plans to axe around 1,000 jobs as it looks to slash costs by about £150 million as part of a wider restructure.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0000
Nurseries encourage four books a day boost for Harrow children

Busy Bees nurseries in Harrow join the national ‘Get the Reading Buzz’ scheme, encouraging children to read four books a day to boost early literacy skills.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
All the closures and changes on the London Underground you need to know this weekend

Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 27 to March 1) and don't be caught out.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:09:56 +0000
Half of UK population would turn to AI for financial advice

Half of Brits would turn to AI for financial advice including ways to save, ideas for reducing bills and guidance on setting goals.

Herald Scotland

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 04:33:00 +0000
Scottish family-owned engineering firm in liquidation after four generations

Liquidators have been appointed to a Scottish family-owned engineer in operation for four generations.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:28:12 +0000
Flagship BBC music festival heads to Scottish city this summer

The event – the station’s annual live music spectacular – brings some of the biggest UK and international artists to cities that may not usually host such large‑scale festivals

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:11:55 +0000
Fresh delay hits Glen Sannox ferry ahead of return next month

The ferry has been out of action for three months as it undergoes an overhaul

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000
Catholic bishops make rare intervention on Liam McArthur's assisted dying bill

In a rare intervention on political matters, Scotland's Council of Bishops has written to the nation’s 723,000 Catholics.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:30:32 +0000
Report: 'Scotland needs mechanism to trigger independence referendum'

According to the report, the lack of a route to another vote represents a democratic “disjuncture”

Hungary Budapest Business Journal

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:10:00 +0200
Lithuania Industrial Output Tumbles in June

Industrial production in Lithuania tumbled to 4.5% year-on-year in June from an upwardly revised 5% growth in the previous month, data from the Vilnius-based Statistics Lithuania (LS) on Tuesday show.

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 10:10:00 +0200
Hungary Boasts Over 200 FinTech Companies

The number of FinTech companies in Hungary reached 212 in 2022, a report on the sector released by the National Bank of Hungary (MNB) on Wednesday shows.

Thu, 25 Jul 2024 08:50:00 +0200
Number of Higher Education Applicants to Exceed 120,000

Thanks to the new admissions system, the number of applicants to higher education institutions this year will again exceed 120,000.

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 18:00:00 +0200
Hungary's 1st Lipstick Bar Opens in the Heart of Budapest

Szabina Tomán has created the new Lipbar by Toman brand, a unique lipstick bar in Hungary, according to a press release sent to the Budapest Business Journal.

Wed, 24 Jul 2024 17:00:00 +0200
EC Acknowledges Reforms, Notes Concerns in Rule of Law Report

The European Commission acknowledged the implementation of Hungary's 2023 judicial reform and the adoption of a new anti-corruption strategy but voiced concerns over media pluralism and state interventions affecting businesses in an ...

Iceland Monitor

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:04:00 +0000
Glass shards rained into the car

“All of a sudden, a flood of slush and ice came over the guardrail,” said Hilmar Andrésson, who experienced the frightening ordeal of having snow and debris thrown onto his car by a snowplow traveling in the opposite direction. He was driving...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 10:48:00 +0000
Inflation holds steady

Twelve-month inflation measured 5.2 percent, unchanged between months.

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 12:30:00 +0000
PM reflects on Kyiv visit: Shocking and overwhelming

Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir said it was shocking and overwhelming to stand in Maidan Square in Kyiv yesterday to commemorate Ukrainians who have fallen in the country’s defense — and to witness firsthand the destruction caused by Ru...

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:36:00 +0000
Video: Travelers brought to safety

Due to a poor weather forecast, police in East Iceland requested that the rescue teams Vopni in Vopnafjörður, Stefán in the Mývatn district, and Jökull from Jökuldalur travel to the Mývatn and Möðrudalur highlands to escort travelers from th...

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 16:25:00 +0000
Snow expected: Challenging conditions forecast

Snow is expected across much of southwest Iceland tomorrow, with winter driving conditions likely, according to a meteorologist with the Icelandic Road and Coastal Administration.

Iceland Review

Iceland Reykjavik Grapvine

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:18:07 +0000
Best Of Reykjavík 2026: Best Newcomer

The Norse god Óðinn obtained the mead of the poetry from the giants and shared it with those seeking divine... The post Best Of Reykjavík 2026: Best Newcomer appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:09:48 +0000
Best Of Reykjavík 2026: Best Date Place

The Norse god Óðinn obtained the mead of the poetry from the giants and shared it with those seeking divine... The post Best Of Reykjavík 2026: Best Date Place appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:17:53 +0000
Iceland Won’t Join The EU On Just Any Terms, PM Says

Prime Minister Kristrún Frostadóttir says that comments by Poland’s Prime Minister and former President of the European Council Donald Tusk... The post Iceland Won’t Join The EU On Just Any Terms, PM Says appeared first on The Reykjavik Gra...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:24:51 +0000
Best Of Reykjavík 2026: Best Place For Cocktails

The Norse god Óðinn obtained the mead of the poetry from the giants and shared it with those seeking divine... The post Best Of Reykjavík 2026: Best Place For Cocktails appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:19:23 +0000
Best Of Reykjavík 2026: Best Bar To End The Night

The Norse god Óðinn obtained the mead of the poetry from the giants and shared it with those seeking divine... The post Best Of Reykjavík 2026: Best Bar To End The Night appeared first on The Reykjavik Grapevine.

Impartial Reporter

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:07:44 +0000
Renovated Fermanagh bungalow with expansion potential on 70‑acre farm for sale

A beautifully refurbished two‑bedroom bungalow, set within a prime 70‑acre holding in Bunnahone, Churchill, Co. Fermanagh, has come onto the market

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:57:39 +0000
Lidl issues update on plans for new Fermanagh store

Supermarket chain Lidl has shared an update on its plans to open a store at Enniskillen's Lakeland Retail and Leisure Park.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:00:06 +0000
New owners tease transformation of Fermanagh shopping centre

Fresh plans are taking shape at Erneside Shopping Centre, as new owners signal an ambitious vision for the landmark retail centre.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:00:00 +0000
How Erne Integrated College is building a diverse future for Fermanagh

In a week that saw the rare alignment of Lent, Ramadan, Lunar New Year, Ash Wednesday and even Pancake Tuesday, there has been a lot going on in the corridors of Erne Integrated College.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000
Family-owned Enniskillen hotel announce director change as it celebrates 50 years

Leigh Watson is set to step down as a director at the Killyhevlin Hotel as it prepares to celebrate 50 years of being owned by the family.

Inverness Courier

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:00:00 GMT
10 jobs created as Greggs opens new High Street site

Greggs opened its doors this morning (Friday) and will be open seven days a week from 6am to 7pm.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:39:25 GMT
A9 Cromarty Bridge restricted in both directions following breakdown

The A9 Cromarty Bridge is currently restricted in both directions.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:00:00 GMT
Eden Court café bar gets an anniversary makeover

Eden Court’s café bar has been given a fresh new look as part of the much-loved Inverness theatre’s 50th anniversary celebrations.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:30:00 GMT
Man made threats to kill his former partner and their children in series of voicemails

A man made threats to kill his former partner and their children in a series of voicemails.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 GMT
‘He didn't start this, but he finished it’ - vicious attack leads to jail term

CCTV showed the victim threw a punch at the 26-year-old first.

Ireland Headlines

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:00 +0000
Nearly 320,000 unable to pay electricity bill in December

The number of people unable to pay their electricity bills rose to almost 320,000 in December last year, an increase of just over 20% on the previous year.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:47:18 +0000
Bill Clinton to be questioned in US House Epstein probe

Former US president Bill Clinton is to be questioned by a Congressional panel on his well-documented links to the late convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:17:14 +0000
Green Party wins UK by-election in blow to Starmer

The UK's Green Party has won its first ever parliamentary by-election in Gorton and Denton, dealing a bitter blow to Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:53:43 +0000
'Constant worry': The human cost of high energy bills

As latest figures show that almost 320,000 people were in arrears on their electricity bills in December last year, members of the public share their stories on the impact of the struggle to make the payments.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 04:34:20 +0000
Pakistan declares 'open war' on Taliban in Afghanistan

Pakistan has bombed major cities in Afghanistan, including the capital Kabul, with Islamabad's defence minister declaring the neighbours at "open war" following months of clashes.

Ireland IrishExaminer

Italy

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:29:06 +0100
What to expect from Italy's rail strike on Friday and Saturday

A planned 24-hour national rail strike is set to cause major disruption to train travel in Italy from Friday evening until late on Saturday.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:51:21 +0100
Italy transfers more migrants to Albanian 'return hub'

Italy has increased transfers of migrants to a centre in Albania, a civil society organisation told AFP on Thursday, following a tightening of EU migration policy.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:24:02 +0100
Today in Italy: A roundup of the latest news on Friday

Viewership of Milan-Cortina Olympics shatters expectations, Italy braces for national rail strike, and more news on Friday.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:10:16 +0100
‘Luminous Destinations’: Top 10 Italian towns for sustainable tourism

Italian tourism authorities are trying to move tourists away from the over-crowded visitor hotspots - here are their 10 recommended 'off the beaten track' destinations.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:32:13 +0100
What's open and what's closed in Italy over Easter weekend 2026

With just over a month to go until Easter, we've taken a look at the transport schedules and the opening and closing times of shops, museums, restaurants and pharmacies in Italy so you can plan ahead for the holiday.

Krakow Post

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 12:58:31 +0000
I survived COVID-19 in Poland. Here’s what to do if you think you might have it

Coronavirus is on the rise in Poland again. Think you might have it? Follow our instructions to get tested, stay safe, and comly with Poland's pandemic regulations. The post I survived COVID-19 in Poland. Here’s what to do if you think you migh...

Sat, 29 Aug 2020 23:53:03 +0000
PHOTOS: Krakow Equality March 2020

Thousands of people from the LGBTQ community and their allies gathered on Krakow's Main Square Saturday for the 16th annual Equality March in support of their rights and in celebration of their identities. The post PHOTOS: Krakow Equality March 2020 ...

Sat, 20 Jun 2020 18:56:25 +0000
What is ‘LGBT ideology,’ and why are Polish people talking about it?

The phrase "LGBT ideology" makes about as much sense as "redhead ideology" or "left-handed ideology." The post What is ‘LGBT ideology,’ and why are Polish people talking about it? appeared first on The Krakow Post.

Sun, 07 Jun 2020 18:11:26 +0000
PHOTOS: Krakow Black Lives Matter march

This afternoon over a thousand people peacefully gathered in Krakow during sporadic rain in memorial of George Floyd, a black The post PHOTOS: Krakow Black Lives Matter march appeared first on The Krakow Post.

Sun, 07 Jun 2020 06:13:45 +0000
Sunday march for George Floyd to be held in Krakow

A peaceful march in memory of George Floyd, a black man recently murdered by US police, will be held in The post Sunday march for George Floyd to be held in Krakow appeared first on The Krakow Post.

Liverpool Echo

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:59:35 +0000
DWP £11,000 warning as March 31 deadline looms

DWP wants eligible people to sign up to a free scheme

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:56:19 +0000
School closes as message sent to parents

The school have apologised for the disruption

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:40:41 +0000
Masked man sped through traffic on suspected stolen electric bike

An 18-year-old man has been arrested

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:05:34 +0000
West Derby crash live as car hits wall and people asked to avoid the area

A large police cordon is in place in West Derby

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:00:00 +0000
Troubled Liverpool school set to shut down permanently

Staff at LIPA Primary and High School have this morning been told the school will close at the end of this academic year

Macclesfield Express

Macedonian News Agency

Wed, 17 Oct 2018 19:52:38 +0000
KURIR.MK in the race for most popular web portal in the whole Balkan region

For the first time specialized web portal Media Daily introduced the section “selection of the most popular portals from the Balkan region”, and on the list among most read internet sites is found KURIR.MK. Only three Macedonian internet ...

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 14:13:05 +0000
VMRO-DPMNE’s EC holds its first meeting

The Executive Committee of VMRO-DPMNE held its first session, condemning the political persecution by the government, which through judicial authorities is committed against MPs, artists, police officers and other persons whose only sin is that they ...

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 12:53:05 +0000
New round of talks in New York: Nimetz believes Zaev wants quick solution to name issue

Matthew Nimetz, the UN mediator in the Macedonia-Greece name dispute told Greece’s state broadcaster ERT that there is no new name proposal and that he will put several ideas on the table in an upcoming meeting in New York on January 17, proposals ...

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 12:50:22 +0000
Ohrid named ‘world’s capital of humanism’ by World Organization for Social Integration

The World Organization for Social Integration has issued on its website an exclusive feature about Ohrid and Macedonia describing it as ‘the world’s capital of humanism in honor of St. Clement of Ohrid.’ Clement of Ohrid, a disciple of the sain...

Tue, 16 Jan 2018 12:45:12 +0000
Mickoski: With sporting courage and excellent strategy to another handball victory

Hristijan Mickoski, the leader of VMRO – DPMNE, congratulated Monday’s victory of the Macedonian handball players over the Montenegrin national team on Facebook. “Proof that with a strong will, honest approach and sacrifice everything is possib...

Malta Gozo News

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:53:18 +0000
Gozo: Several challenges continue to affect tourism sector – GTA

Gozo Tourism Association Chairman Mr. Paul Scicluna speaking during the associations 27th Annual General Meeting acknowledged the positive... The post Gozo: Several challenges continue to affect tourism sector – GTA appeared first o...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 04:33:55 +0000
Public talk and dialogue at Il-Hagar Museum, Gozo

During the next public talk at Il-Hagar Museum, taking place on Friday, the 6th of March, starting at... The post Public talk and dialogue at Il-Hagar Museum, Gozo appeared first on Gozo News.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 03:16:56 +0000
Students’ drawings reveal growing awareness of digital dangers

Almost 500 schoolchildren tapped into their creativity to draw cautionary scenes about online safety as part of a... The post Students’ drawings reveal growing awareness of digital dangers appeared first on Gozo News.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:33:14 +0000
Prime Minister pays a series of visits across Gozo

During Thursday, Prime Minister Robert Abela made a number of visits to Gozo that touched on various areas... The post Prime Minister pays a series of visits across Gozo appeared first on Gozo News.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:23:33 +0000
New National Alcohol Policy launched

The National Alcohol Policy, a document with a five-year vision, has been launched by the Ministry for Social... The post New National Alcohol Policy launched appeared first on Gozo News.

Malta Independent

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:26:00 +0100
Brussels orders probe of Mandelson's Epstein ties while EU trade rep

The European Union has ordered its anti-fraud office to investigate Peter Mandelson, the disgraced former British ambassador to the United States, over his ties to Jeffrey Epstein while serving as Brussels' trade representative."Given the circumstanc...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:31:00 +0100
UK Green Party wins special election, pushing Starmer's Labour to third place

The Green Party won a special parliamentary election in England on Friday, a big boost for the small party and a blow to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, whose center-left Labour Party was relegated to third place.Green candidate...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:28:00 +0100
PN increases pressure on Prime Minister with billboards quoting Judge Wenzu Mintoff

The Nationalist Party has erected billboards showing Prime Minister Robert Abela next to quotes from the letter sent to the Cabinet Secretary by Judge Wenzu Mintoff.The quote, reads: "For Dr Abela, money was more important than the independence of th...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 11:00:00 +0100
St Paul’s Catacombs awarded the European Heritage Label

The Minister for Culture, Lands and Local Government, Owen Bonnici, together with Heritage Malta, announced on Friday that the site of St Paul’s Catacombs in Rabat has been awarded the European Heritage Label, thus becoming the first Maltese si...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:28:00 +0100
British barracks at Fort Chambray listed among Europa Nostra’s 7 most endangered heritage sites

The British Barracks at Fort Chambray in Gozo has been named one of the 7 Most Endangered heritage sites in Europe for 2026. The announcement was made today during a live online event hosted by Europa Nostra and supported by the European Investment B...

Malta Today

Fri,27 Feb 2026 10:48:19 +0100
Man jailed four-and-a-half years after plea deal over cocaine importation

A man was jailed four-and-a-half years and fined €7,000 after admitting to importing high-purity cocaine and using forged identification documents, under a plea deal approved by the court

Fri,27 Feb 2026 08:35:40 +0100
Five-vehicle accident forces temporary closure in Santa Luċija tunnel

Four cars and a motorcycle were involved in a traffic accident in the northbound Santa Luċija tunnel

Fri,27 Feb 2026 08:11:39 +0100
My essentials: Elisabeth Saguna’s cultural picks

169 | Elisabeth Saguna, 51, Profession: Artist/biomedical scientist

Fri,27 Feb 2026 06:30:00 +0100
ERA calls for further assessments on Buskett old people’s home

The Environment and Resources Authority wants more studies before a decision is made on the construction of an old people’s home instead of the vacant Buskett Forest Aparthotel

Fri,27 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Concern over 11-storey hotel proposal that will rise above four townhouses in Gżira

A proposed redevelopment of four townhouses in Gżira is raising concern over its scale and impact on the last stretch of two-storey homes in Triq Sir Charles Cameron.

Northern Ireland BBC

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:49:20 GMT
Farmers on edge as record rainfall dampens slurry season

The wet weather is hampering farmers getting their slurry storage tanks emptied after winter.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:39:39 GMT
Murder trial shown CCTV of figure throwing items over hedge at defendant's home

Natalie McNally was killed in her Silverwood Green home in Lurgan on 18 December 2022.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:13:31 GMT
'People from outside' caused problems during search for Noah Donohoe

Sean McCarry was in charge of dozens of Community Rescue Service (CRS) volunteers who were part of an extensive search operation at the time.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 20:31:47 GMT
Bill to permanently ban fracking approved by NI Executive

The move brings Northern Ireland into line with policy elsewhere in the UK and in the Republic of Ireland.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:55:56 GMT
Could a horseshoe medal solve a 26-year mystery?

In July 1999 a man's body was recovered from the River Lee just outside Cork city and it has never been identified.

Northwich Guardian

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Family's fundraiser for autism assistance dog hits TV on all-new antiques show

Alan Unsworth and Carol Unsworth were on last week's second part of the six-part antiques show Antiques Riviera on Channel 4's More 4.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Paedophile who raped primary schoolgirl back behind bars after court order breach

Daniel Campbell, of Severn Walk in Winsford, was jailed for six years at Liverpool Crown Court in 2018 for historic offences.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
SEND children to be entitled to individual support under new Government proposal

Government announces £4 billion SEND reform plan for schools, introducing legal entitlements, individual support plans, and faster EHCPs across England.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Town centre pub raising a glass to global flavours with 20-ale beer festival

Wetherspoon’s Penny Black pub in Northwich hosts a 12-day real ale festival with 20 UK and international beers, including exclusive vegan and global options.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
What will the weather be like this weekend in Mid Cheshire?

Met Office Mid Cheshire weekend weather forecast: expect light rain, sunny intervals, cloudy skies and mild temperatures. Full local outlook for Friday–Sunday.

Poland

Poland Krakow

Wed, 30 Sep 2020 12:58:31 +0000
I survived COVID-19 in Poland. Here’s what to do if you think you might have it

Sat, 29 Aug 2020 23:53:03 +0000
PHOTOS: Krakow Equality March 2020

Sat, 20 Jun 2020 18:56:25 +0000
What is ‘LGBT ideology,’ and why are Polish people talking about it?

Sun, 07 Jun 2020 18:11:26 +0000
PHOTOS: Krakow Black Lives Matter march

Sun, 07 Jun 2020 06:13:45 +0000
Sunday march for George Floyd to be held in Krakow

A peaceful march in memory of George Floyd, a black man recently murdered by US police, will be held in The post Sunday march for George Floyd to be held in Krakow appeared first on The Krakow Post.

Pravda Russian News

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:30:00 +0300
Russia Faces Inflation Pressures Despite Expected Rate Cuts

For a significant share of Russian citizens, inflation will represent the principal challenge of 2026, former Russian economy minister Andrei Nechaev said in remarks cited by NSN. He attributed the sharp rise in prices during the first month of the y...

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:16:00 +0300
Russia Develops New 'Unstoppable' Missile That Outstrips Oreshnik IRBM

Russia is reportedly developing an "unstoppable” hypersonic missile that would surpass the characteristics of the Oreshnik missile system, according to Daily Star. The publication referenced comments by Viktor Baranets, a military observer for Koms...

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 18:47:00 +0300
Putin Warns of Alleged Threats to TurkStream and Blue Stream Pipelines

Vladimir Putin, President of Russia, has stated that Russian authorities possess information regarding possible sabotage plans aimed at two major gas pipelines — TurkStream and Blue Stream. The remarks were delivered during a meeting of the board o...

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0300
Russian Authorities Investigate Telegram Founder Pavel Durov Over Terrorism Allegations

The Russian Federal Security Service (FSB) has opened an investigation into the actions of Pavel Durov, the founder of the Telegram messaging platform, in connection with a criminal case in Russia. The inquiry is reportedly being conducted under Arti...

Tue, 17 Feb 2026 18:28:00 +0300
Russia Needs More High‑Tech Warships, Patrushev Says as Naval Tensions Rise

Russia needs more high‑technology warships in its naval fleet to respond to growing threats from NATO countries, Nikolai Patrushev, presidential aide and chairman of the Maritime Board, said in an interview with aif.ru. Patrushev on Naval Requireme...

Pravda World News

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:11:00 +0300
World Checkers Champion Drafted Into Assault Unit in Ukraine

A statement by Georgiy Mazurashu, a member of Ukraine's parliament, has reignited debate about the country's recruitment practices after he alleged that world-renowned checkers champion Yuriy Anikeev was mobilized and assigned to an assault unit. All...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:00:00 +0300
Ukraine Receives 1,000 Bodies as Russia Gets 35 in Latest Exchange

Russia and Ukraine have carried out another exchange of bodies of fallen military personnel, according to Vladimir Medinsky, an aide to the Russian president. The transfer represents one of several such repatriation efforts conducted since the start ...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:48:00 +0300
Lavrov Says Moscow Sets No Deadlines on Ukraine Settlement

Russian Foreign Minister Sergey Lavrov stated that Moscow is not setting deadlines for resolving the conflict in Ukraine, underscoring that Russia is guided by objectives rather than dates. He made the remarks while commenting on reported calls from ...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:37:00 +0300
Friendly Trump–Zelensky Call Signals Push for Rapid Peace Deal

Donald Trump, President of the United States, told Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky that he would like the war to end within a month, according to sources cited by Axios. The remarks reportedly came during a phone conversation described by part...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:05:00 +0300
Moscow Comments on Boat Incident Near Cuba as Havana Reports Armed Infiltration Attempt

The Kremlin stated that it is proceeding from information indicating that individuals detained aboard a US-flagged boat near Cuba admitted intentions to carry out terrorist acts. "There is nothing to comment on here, considering that, as reported by ...

Radio Poland

Richmond and Twickenham Times

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:33:52 +0000
Ryanair passenger avoids hefty baggage charge with this simple trick

A spokesman for Ryanair said the passenger had booked a basic fare ticket that entitled them to carry one small personal bag onboard.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:06:59 +0000
Ocado to axe 1,000 jobs as part of £150 million restructure affecting UK workforce

Ocado has announced plans to axe around 1,000 jobs as it looks to slash costs by about £150 million as part of a wider restructure.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
All the closures and changes on the London Underground you need to know this weekend

Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 27 to March 1) and don't be caught out.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:09:56 +0000
Half of UK population would turn to AI for financial advice

Half of Brits would turn to AI for financial advice including ways to save, ideas for reducing bills and guidance on setting goals.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:00:54 +0000
Jenson Button takes on shop assistants in a high-octane ‘Scan Grand Prix'

F1 World Champion Jenson Button took on shop assistants in a high-octane ‘Scan Grand Prix’ – and was outmanoeuvred.

Romania Agerpres

Un parc fotovoltaic cu finanțare europeană va fi construit lângă Aeroportul 'Henri Coandă'

Date care conțin informații medicale confidențiale ale câtorva milioane de francezi au fost piratate

MApN: Dronă doborâtă de apărarea antiaeriană ucraineană, aproape de granița cu România

Ședință de guvern: Proiectul de OUG privind modificări în domeniul fiscal-bugetar - scos de pe agendă

Romania Insider

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:18:55 GMT
Watch: 'Working hard used to get you something', says plumber Hannah Spencer in victory speech

In her acceptance speech, Hannah Spencer said she was “no different from every single person in this constituency”.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:06:17 GMT
Chris Mason: Green Party win will prompt soul searching within Labour and questions for Starmer

The prime minister is facing questions about whether Labour's focus on Reform left them exposed among some of their regular supporters.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:11 GMT
Taking collagen keeps skin more elastic but won't stop wrinkles, say scientists

The new review brings together the strongest evidence to date on collagen supplementation, say experts.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:06:49 GMT
UK winter nowhere near a record breaker despite floods and storms

While some parts of the country have had a very wet winter and significant flooding, others have actually been drier than normal as Ben Rich explains.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:03:54 GMT
Miliband says climate impact of data centres is uncertain

The admission comes after MPs said they were concerned about emissions from a boom in data centres.

Romanian National News Agency

Ședința CGMB nu a avut loc, din lipsă de cvorum; Băluță anunță că grupul PSD va intra în grevă

#UCRAINA-PATRU ANI DE RÃZBOI/Declarație comună a șefilor instituțiilor UE: Ucraina poate conta pe sprijinul nostru pentru aderare

UCRAINA - 4 ANI DE RĂZBOI/ Nicușor Dan: Ucraina luptă pentru noi toți și menține securitatea întregului continent

UCRAINA - 4 ANI DE RĂZBOI/ Cosmin Goian: Ajutorul societății civile pentru refugiați a scăzut - a apărut ''oboseala compasiunii''

RT

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:27:23 +0000
Nigeria responds after US labels it ‘deadliest country to be Christian’

Nigeria has dismissed US accusations that it is the “deadliest country to be a Christian,” saying its laws guarantee religious freedom Read Full Article at RT.com

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:12:43 +0000
German court blocks move to brand AfD ‘extremist’

A court in Cologne has ordered a temporary injunction on the designation of the AfD party as a “right-wing extremist” group Read Full Article at RT.com

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:25:54 +0000
The presidential curse: South Korean leaders tend to get bad lots

Former South Korean President Yoon Suk-yeol is the latest in a long line of high office holders to get into serious trouble Read Full Article at RT.com

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:23:02 +0000
Afghanistan has become Indian ‘colony’ – Pakistan

Pakistani Defense Minister Asif has said his country is at “open war” with Afghanistan Read Full Article at RT.com

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 03:41:15 +0000
US downs own border patrol drone – lawmakers

The Federal Aviation Administration has halted flights around Fort Hancock, Texas, following the reported downing of a border patrol drone Read Full Article at RT.com

Scotland BBC

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:04:17 GMT
City centre dispersal zone crackdown on anti-social behaviour

Police Scotland said the new measures would be used proportionately and only when necessary.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:47:06 GMT
All directors at community-owned landlord to stand down

A review last year raised concerns about the running of Sealladh na Beinne Mòire in South Uist.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:48:46 GMT
Scotland's papers: Teacher numbers fall and 'missing' Mandelson messages

A review of the front page stories from the daily newspapers in Scotland.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:05:04 GMT
The heavy metal star returning to the stage with his local theatre group

Neil Murray volunteered his services for the production of We Will Rock You in Selkirk.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:04:41 GMT
Parking charge plan: 'Our area could lose its unique identity'

Glasgow southside residents and businesses must wait until early summer for the council’s response to the parking plan backlash.

Scotland Herald

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 04:33:00 +0000
Scottish family-owned engineering firm in liquidation after four generations

Liquidators have been appointed to a Scottish family-owned engineer in operation for four generations.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:28:12 +0000
Flagship BBC music festival heads to Scottish city this summer

The event – the station’s annual live music spectacular – brings some of the biggest UK and international artists to cities that may not usually host such large‑scale festivals

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:11:55 +0000
Fresh delay hits Glen Sannox ferry ahead of return next month

The ferry has been out of action for three months as it undergoes an overhaul

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000
Catholic bishops make rare intervention on Liam McArthur's assisted dying bill

In a rare intervention on political matters, Scotland's Council of Bishops has written to the nation’s 723,000 Catholics.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:30:32 +0000
Report: 'Scotland needs mechanism to trigger independence referendum'

According to the report, the lack of a route to another vote represents a democratic “disjuncture”

Serbia News

Sky News

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:18:00 +0000
A man has been arrested after Churchill statue defaced with 'Zionist war criminal'

The statue of Sir Winston Churchill in Parliament Square in Westminster was defaced overnight with "Zionist war criminal" and other graffiti.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:12:00 +0000
Zelenskyy tells Sky News the US has the power to end the war

In a wide-ranging interview, President Volodymyr Zelenskyy told Sky News he is ready to meet Vladimir Putin for talks and will do anything to bring about peace.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:01:00 +0000
AI willing to 'go nuclear' in wargames

As the deadline looms for a leading AI lab to hand over its tech to the US military, a study has appeared suggesting AI models are more than willing to go nuclear in wargames.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:35:00 +0000
Iran and US compromise over nuclear stockpile - but Trump's window for action grows smaller

Iran has offered to never stockpile nuclear material and will reduce its current stockpile to "almost nothing", in return for elimination of sanctions, according to sources close to the high-stakes talks which took place indirectly with the US ...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:06:00 +0000
Clinton storms out as Epstein committee descends into 'partisan theatre'

It was never going to be a meeting of minds.

Slovak Spectator

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:41:43 +0100
What makes Prešov tick? This Mexican explorer will show you

A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:51:00 +0100
From cybernetics to public art: Slovak universities are reimagining their degree programmes

Institutions have introduced dozens of new programmes, to boost employability and international appeal.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 23:41:00 +0100
News digest: All to play for in Slovak football

A Fico–Zelensky call, weekend ideas across Slovakia, and Bratislava takes aim at beer bikes.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:30:25 +0100
Nicknamed ‘Julo’, American-born guard becomes new hope for Slovak basketball

David DeJulius arrives from Spain’s Liga Endesa.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:30:00 +0100
The closer to Tatras she were, the more she felt like being in Tennessee

Cathy Dorko’s Slovak relative told her she felt like in Slovakia when she visited Tennessee many years ago.

Slovakia News

Slovakia Spectator

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 22:41:43 +0100
What makes Prešov tick? This Mexican explorer will show you

A selection of short feel-good stories from Slovakia.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:51:00 +0100
From cybernetics to public art: Slovak universities are reimagining their degree programmes

Institutions have introduced dozens of new programmes, to boost employability and international appeal.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 23:41:00 +0100
News digest: All to play for in Slovak football

A Fico–Zelensky call, weekend ideas across Slovakia, and Bratislava takes aim at beer bikes.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 19:30:25 +0100
Nicknamed ‘Julo’, American-born guard becomes new hope for Slovak basketball

David DeJulius arrives from Spain’s Liga Endesa.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:30:00 +0100
The closer to Tatras she were, the more she felt like being in Tennessee

Cathy Dorko’s Slovak relative told her she felt like in Slovakia when she visited Tennessee many years ago.

Slovenia Times

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:45:20 +0100
Benefiting from Property Sales Growth, Sino Land Interim Revenue Increases by 34.5% to HK$5,185 Million

Solid Fundamentals and Prudent Financial Management Positioned to Capture Opportunities Summary of 2025/2026Interim Results The Group's revenue for the six months ended 31 December 2025 ("Interim Period") was HK$5,185 million (2024: HK$3,854 million)...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:04:54 +0100
HUAWEI WATCH GT 6 Series Unveils Wheelchair Mode in Activity Rings for Inclusive Fitness

MADRID, SPAIN - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 February 2026 - MadriHuawei is proud to announce an inclusive upgrade to the Activity rings feature of Huawei watches, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to using technology for the benefit ...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:04:50 +0100
Festive Travel Surges on Airbnb as Searches by Malaysian Travelers Jumped Over 200% For Ramadan

Searches on Airbnb by Malaysian travelers in 2025 increased year-on-year by over 200% for check-ins during Ramadan and by nearly 50% for check-ins during Hari Raya. Group travel continues to lead festive travel patterns. KUALA LUMPUR, MALAYSIA - Medi...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:04:12 +0100
Online turmoil shapes election campaign

As Slovenia moves closer to the 22 March general election, a dispute over what happened on Instagram has evolved into a broader debate about digital manipulation, national security and political narrative - and for several days overshadowed all other...

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:44:35 +0100
Anomali Announces Strategic Partnership with ABP Securite to Advance Intelligence-Led Cybersecurity Across Asia Pacific 

SINGAPORE - Media OutReach Newswire - 27 February 2026 - Anomali, the first intelligence-native Agentic SOC Platform, today announced a strategic partnership with ABP Securite Pte Ltd, a global Value-Added Distributor (VAD) specialising in cybersecur...

South Wales Argus

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:05:00 +0000
Pupils to present climate work to minister at the House of Commons

Three students from Haberdashers’ Monmouth School will travel to the House of Commons next month to present their climate action work to the UK minister for climate, Katie White MP, following their involvement at COP30.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Welsh Government outlines continued drive to improve eating disorder services

The Welsh Government has outlined updates on its continued efforts to improve eating disorder services in the country.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
It's raining, it's pouring - 12 pictures of the inclement weather in Gwent

It seems to have been raining non-stop for months so we asked members of our camera club to share some rain pictures with us.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Newport weathers forecast: Heavy rain but temperature rises

Friday in Newport is expected to see persistent rain throughout the day, with the highest chance of precipitation reaching 95 per cent overnight and in the early morning.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Welsh local authority named in UK top 10 for business electricity use

A Welsh area has been named among the top 10 UK local authorities for business electricity usage.

St Albans Review

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Brighter and milder weekend ahead for St Albans and Harpenden

Residents across St Albans and Harpenden can expect a cooler but increasingly bright end to February and start of March.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:36:14 +0000
Back-up system on railway to 'address serious issues seen in December'

Network Rail and Govia Thameslink Railway have confirmed been working together to address frequent issues facing St Albans commuters.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:26:11 +0000
Popular River Ver footpath and bridge restored in St Albans

A new bridge and footpath are part of major improvements to a popular 450-metre stretch of the River Ver trail in St Albans.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:28:59 +0000
Number of asylum seekers in St Albans hotels drops

The number of asylum seekers housed in hotels across St Albans has dropped, new figures have revealed.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 12:17:42 +0000
Concerns raised over payment by Reform Cllr to group run by husband

Green Party county councillors are calling for an urgent investigation into the payment of funds by Reform councillor Janet Bainbridge to a trauma support group run by her husband.

Swiss Info

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:11:31 GMT
'Postive' US-Iran Geneva nuclear talks yield fresh negotiations

Indirect negotiations between the United States and Iran in Geneva yielded "positive" results, leading to a potential fresh round of "technical talks" in Vienna next week. + Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox Details of a poss...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:18:49 GMT
Swiss MBaer bank labelled money laundering threat by US

The Swiss MBaer Merchant Bank has been called a "primary risk for money laundering" by the United States authorities. + Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The Swiss Financial Market Supervisory Authority (FINMA) has appointed ...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:01:07 GMT
Switzerland freezes CHF687m linked to Maduro’s Venezuelan circle

Swiss banks are holding CHF687 million in frozen assets originating from Venezuela. These assets belong to individuals associated with the ousted president, Nicolás Maduro. + Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The online port...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:58:46 GMT
Swiss bank Edmond de Rothschild monitors Epstein links

Directors at Edmond de Rothschild bank are monitoring reports of CEO Ariane de Rothschild's contact with sex offender Jeffrey Epstein. + Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox The Geneva-based wealth manager is reporting continued...

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:43:56 GMT
Swiss intelligence service head wants more resources

The recently-appointed head of the Swiss Federal Intelligence Service (FIS) has outlined the challenges faced by the agency. + Get the most important news from Switzerland in your inbox Four months after taking office, Serge Bavaud, repeated calls fo...

The Argus

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
University professor highlights life-changing power of drumming

Professor Marcus Smith from University of Chichester shared research about benefits of drumming at the Northern Ireland Science Festival.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:40:44 +0000
Woman gets stuck in rocks on beach after late night fall

Rescue services were called after a person got trapped in sea defence rocks on William Parade, Eastbourne, East Sussex, on the coast.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Teacher banned from profession for kissing pupil several times

A teacher has been banned from the profession for kissing a pupil at Lewes Old Grammar School.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
'Hilarious' plaque put on 'ridiculous' Asda barrier that's annoyed drivers for years

The plaque, which has been attached to a barrier in the Asda carpark, in Selsey, pokes fun at the plastic barricade by describing it as an "ancient monument"

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Resident finds out she is being evicted after seeing it on social media

A housing society has apologised after residents were not contacted about their building's sale

The Nordic Page

Sun, 05 Jul 2020 16:15:45 +0200
Reserachers in Norway Study Connection between Sunbathing and Corona Infection

Tue, 30 Jun 2020 21:15:16 +0200
Norway Postal Service Becomes the World's First To Use Electric Trucks

Sun, 28 Jun 2020 11:49:25 +0200
Worrying Trend in Norway: Young People Have the Highest Corona Infection Rate

Thu, 25 Jun 2020 13:55:21 +0200
Norway opens the borders for Europe on 15 July

Wed, 24 Jun 2020 18:58:07 +0200
Norway provides funding for UN Migration Trust Fund

Think Spain

Tue, 24 Feb 2026 15:19:37
Why are Spanish houses so cold in Winter?

You step inside your Spanish property on a January afternoon and reach for a jumper. Outside, the sun is shining, and the temperature is perfectly pleasant. Inside, the cold seems to have settled in and made itself at home. If this sounds familiar, y...

Mon, 16 Feb 2026 11:30:28
The best places in Murcia for buying a home

Why buy property in Murcia? In 2026, the Murcia region will have shed its reputation as a mere budget alternative to become a premier investment destination. While property prices in major Spanish hubs have skyrocketed, Murcia remains roughly 35% mor...

Fri, 13 Feb 2026 09:09:01
Spain house prices hit record high in 2025 after 9.5% annual rise

Spain’s housing market closed 2025 at a new historic high, with the average declared house price rising 9.5% year-on-year, according to the latest Estadística Registral Inmobiliaria (ERI) published by the Colegio de Registradores.

Thu, 12 Feb 2026 00:00:00
Tax guide for expats in Spain 2026

Spain’s tax system can be daunting for expats unfamiliar with its complexities. Understanding your tax residency status, income obligations, and opportunities for deductions is crucial for staying compliant and optimising your finances. This guide ...

Tue, 10 Feb 2026 10:23:31
Island breezes and sea views: Apartments for sale in Mallorca with a balcony

The jewel of the Balearic Islands, Mallorca, is synonymous with turquoise waters, limestone mountains, and a sophisticated lifestyle. For many, buying property in Mallorca involves waking up to a sea breeze or enjoying an evening sunset from the priv...

This Is Local London

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:12:27 +0000
London Bridge services hit by delays after signalling fault

Rail passengers face delays and cancellations on Southern, Thameslink, and London Overground due to a signalling fault at Forest Hill.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:43:05 +0000
What we know so far as man in serious condition after Crayford retail park stabbing

We have gathered everything we know after a man in his 30s was stabbed near a retail park in Crayford.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:17:08 +0000
Man dies after 'police incident' shuts M25

A man has died after a police incident on the M25 near Waltham Abbey.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:01:10 +0000
Everything we know so far as man fights for life after stabbing in Sydenham

We have gathered everything we know so far after a man in his 50s was stabbed in Sydenham.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:00:00 +0000
Explore the secret London garden that makes you feel like you’re in Japan

Kyoto Garden in Kensington's Holland Park is the perfect spot for when you need a break.

Times of Malta

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:35:00 +0100
Travelling to the UK? From today you may need to pay for travel authorisation

The ETA costs €18 and has been gradually rolled out but is mandatory from Wednesday

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:32:00 +0100
Government awaiting Opposition reaction to latest nominee for chief justice

The government last week nominated judge Miriam Hayman

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:20:00 +0100
Church commission, support agency ink victim care services agreement

This is the first formal agreement between the Safeguarding Commission and a government agency

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 10:03:00 +0100
Four-car collision in Sta Venera tunnel causes long tailback

Woman slightly injured

Wed, 25 Feb 2026 09:16:00 +0100
Central Bank expects GDP growth of 3.7% over 2026-2028

Wage growth is expected to moderate as labour market tightness eases

Tottenham Independent

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:33:52 +0000
Ryanair passenger avoids hefty baggage charge with this simple trick

A spokesman for Ryanair said the passenger had booked a basic fare ticket that entitled them to carry one small personal bag onboard.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:06:59 +0000
Ocado to axe 1,000 jobs as part of £150 million restructure affecting UK workforce

Ocado has announced plans to axe around 1,000 jobs as it looks to slash costs by about £150 million as part of a wider restructure.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 16:02:46 +0000
'Late great' Spanish guitarist missed by many to be remembered with concert

Fellow musicians, friends and family will hold a fundraising tribute in Bermondsey to 'late great' Spanish guitarist and percussionist Pablo Domínguez, who lived in Tottenham.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 14:34:37 +0000
Major housing scheme reaches milestone as 1,000 trees planted

Enfield Council and Taylor Woodrow have planted 1,000 trees at Meridian Water, Edmonton.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
All the closures and changes on the London Underground you need to know this weekend

Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 27 to March 1) and don't be caught out.

Turkey

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:02:03 Z
Pakistan bombs Kabul in 'open war' on Afghanistan's Taliban gov't

Pakistan bombed major cities in Afghanistan including the capital Kabul on Friday, with Islamabad's defence minister declaring the neighbours at "open war" following months of tit-for-tat clashes.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:07:00 Z
Iran urges US to drop 'excessive demands' to reach deal

Iran's Foreign Minister Abbas Araghchi said on Friday that in order to reach a deal, the United States will have to drop its "excessive demands", after the two sides held talks in Geneva.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:17:31 Z
Türkiye GDP to reach $1.6 trillion in 2026, says trade minister

Türkiye's GDP will reach to $1.6 trillion in 2026, the Turkish trade minister said during his speech at Türkiye-Azerbaijan-Georgia Business Forum.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:22:17 Z
Gaza civil defense says Israeli strikes kill at least 5

Gaza's civil defence ministry said Israeli strikes killed at least five people on Friday.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:00:17 Z
Türkiye stands out as global steel output falls in January

Global crude steel production declined in January, weighed down by a sharp drop in output from China, while Türkiye distinguished itself with a notable increase.

UK BBC

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:18:55 GMT
Watch: 'Working hard used to get you something', says plumber Hannah Spencer in victory speech

In her acceptance speech, Hannah Spencer said she was “no different from every single person in this constituency”.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:06:17 GMT
Chris Mason: Green Party win will prompt soul searching within Labour and questions for Starmer

The prime minister is facing questions about whether Labour's focus on Reform left them exposed among some of their regular supporters.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:00:11 GMT
Taking collagen keeps skin more elastic but won't stop wrinkles, say scientists

The new review brings together the strongest evidence to date on collagen supplementation, say experts.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:06:49 GMT
UK winter nowhere near a record breaker despite floods and storms

While some parts of the country have had a very wet winter and significant flooding, others have actually been drier than normal as Ben Rich explains.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 00:03:54 GMT
Miliband says climate impact of data centres is uncertain

The admission comes after MPs said they were concerned about emissions from a boom in data centres.

UK Daily Express

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:20:00 +0000
Barclays £400 cash bonus payment criteria and April 30 deadline

Barclays is offering a £400 cash bonus to new customers who switch to a specific Barclays current account and meet certain criteria

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:12:00 +0000
UK clothes giant with 200 shops announces March 7 closure

This comes despite the retailer's plans to refurbish 40 stores in 2026.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:12:00 +0000
Assisted dying bill at risk of collapse as grim 'sabotage' warning issued

There are only six weeks left to go for the Bill to be passed through the House of Lords.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:24:00 +0000
One in four homeless people in UK are not British, new report finds

Meanwhile, nearly 50% of rough sleepers in London are not British.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:43:00 +0000
Enough is enough - disgraceful disrespect of Churchill should be met with one response

For too long, left-wing extremists have been given a free pass on the streets of Britain. Their dangerous, racist and destructive actions must be stopped now.

UK Independent

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:55:04 GMT
Gorton and Denton result live: Rayner tells Starmer by-election defeat must be a wake-up call

The former deputy PM said the government must ‘be braver’ following a humiliating defeat

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:53:33 GMT
New Green MP Hannah Spencer slams ‘misinformation’ about her ahead of Gorton and Denton by-election victory

New Green Party MP Hannah Spencer said she had “targeted misinformation” directed at her in the build-up to the by-election in Gorton and Denton.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:49:42 GMT
Defence secretary orders search for evidence Epstein used Royal Air Force bases for sex trafficking

Officials to trawl through more than two decades of defence records linked to the late paedophile financier

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:40:14 GMT
Couple face £3.7m court bill after trying to stop tower that blocked light to home

The London pensioners said the 17-storey tower ‘substantially’ reduced their natural light

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:35:46 GMT
Financial experts reveal three simple ways you can beat rising water bills

Ofwat confirmed that household water bills would increase by an average of 5.4 per cent from April

UK Telegraph

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 08:30:49 GMT
Ambulance strike dates: When they are and what to do if you need emergency help

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 08:17:55 GMT
Mass flight cancellations at Heathrow as temperatures plunge to lowest in a decade

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 07:25:44 GMT
Nurses strike: Dates of NHS walkouts and which areas are affected

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 07:25:17 GMT
Teachers strikes: When will they take place, will all schools close and what will be disrupted?

Mon, 23 Jan 2023 04:49:32 GMT
Police hunt hit-run driver after six people hurt in North London crash

UK Times

Ukraine News

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 08:36:58 +0000
Kyiv Post Morning Memo – Everything You Need to Know on Wednesday, Dec. 7

Good morning from Kyiv where there’s something of a blizzard falling this morning with temperatures plunging to around -5C overnight. What’s happening today? Aside from a lot of forecast snow, many people in Ukraine – and around the world – w...

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 08:15:57 +0000
ISW Russian Offensive Campaign Assessment, December 6

Key Takeaways The Kremlin directly responded to Russian rumors of a second wave of mobilization in an apparent effort to manage growing societal concern and recentralize information about the war with the Russian government and its authorized outlets...

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 08:12:01 +0000
British Defence Intelligence Update Ukraine – 07 December 2022

Russia has recently started extending defensive positions along its international border with Ukraine, and deep inside its Belgorod region. On 6 December 2022, the governor of Belgorod announced he was establishing local ‘self-defence units’. Tre...

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 08:04:37 +0000
EXPLAINED: Why the US Denies ‘Enabling’ Ukrainian Strikes Inside Russia

A series of daring drone strikes against targets deep inside Russian territory is sparking some delicate and very carefully worded diplomatic posturing on the part of Ukraine’s western allies. Which strikes are we talking about? On Dec. 6, a drone ...

Tue, 06 Dec 2022 15:47:48 +0000
Ukrainian Drone Strikes Russian Oil Depot

Earlier today, an allegedly Ukrainian drone struck a Russian oil depot located on a military base about 93 miles or 150 kilometers inside of Russia. The Dec. 6 strike, which led to a massive blast caught on tape, comes the day after two Russian milit...

Unian News Agency

Fri, 24 May 2024 17:00:00 +0300
The case of "contract killing": International Society for Human Rights emphasizes significant violations of Kolomoisky's rights as a suspect

Human rights activists published a report and pointed to a number of gross abuses by the prosecutor's office and the Pechersk District Court regarding the businessman's arrest.

Mon, 11 Mar 2024 08:00:00 +0200
Why Ihor Kolomoisky should be released immediately

In representing Mr Ihor Kolomoisky, I express my deep concern about the trials I witnessed during the hearings held in the Ukrainian courts in Kyiv in February 2024. Mr Kolomoisky has been unjustly detained...

Sat, 09 Mar 2024 15:11:00 +0200
"Poland has banned imports of Ukrainian grain. So what are Polish farmers protesting against?" - Executive Vice President of European Commission Valdis Dombrovskis

The Executive Vice President of the European Commission, Valdis Dombrovskis told in an interview with UNIAN what the unblocking of the Ukrainian-Polish border depends on, how soon Russian grain will be targeted by the EU sanctions, and about priority...

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 20:24:33 +0200
Zelensky shared the results of the latest negotiations: new defense agreements and packages

The partners promised Ukraine more artillery as well as joint production of weapons, the head of state said in an evening address.

Thu, 29 Feb 2024 04:11:00 +0200
Interpol blocked a search request for People’s Deputy of the 8th convocation Hranovskyi

The defense side notes that the former MP is not on an international wanted list, and NABU's request to Interpol was blocked.

Wales Online

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:22:17 +0000
Man who drank to get through day quit after two terrifying changes

Sean Holland says the final straw was waking up surrounded by bottles in a hotel on his birthday

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:02:38 +0000
Ofgem shares 'cheap' way to save on energy bills

Ofgem has highlighted a cost-effective way to save energy and money

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:57:32 +0000
Hen do mum calls daughter a ‘sl**’ then leaves bystander with broken nose in fight

The victim says the attack has impacted her work as a social worker

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:54:24 +0000
'I thought I needed glasses - but doctors gave me nightmare diagnosis'

Rose Biggs even went to the optician's when her vision started to blur

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:21:23 +0000
Woman, 22, told she was 'too young for cancer' and had 'pulled muscle'

Emma Herring claims she was dismissed on multiple occasions before her diagnosis

Wandsworth Guardian

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:33:52 +0000
Ryanair passenger avoids hefty baggage charge with this simple trick

A spokesman for Ryanair said the passenger had booked a basic fare ticket that entitled them to carry one small personal bag onboard.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:06:59 +0000
Ocado to axe 1,000 jobs as part of £150 million restructure affecting UK workforce

Ocado has announced plans to axe around 1,000 jobs as it looks to slash costs by about £150 million as part of a wider restructure.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The 'bold' step to help more people survive cancer and live well afterwards

Putney MP welcomes Government’s National Cancer Plan, highlights local traffic improvements with TfL and Wandsworth Council.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
All the closures and changes on the London Underground you need to know this weekend

Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 27 to March 1) and don't be caught out.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 15:09:56 +0000
Half of UK population would turn to AI for financial advice

Half of Brits would turn to AI for financial advice including ways to save, ideas for reducing bills and guidance on setting goals.

Watford Observer

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000
In memoriam - death notices in the Watford Observer

The Watford Observer has published 4 death notices in the last 7 days.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:26:57 +0000
Places to be cut at primary school amid falling demand

Plans to reduce the number of places available at primary schools in Croxley Green and Hitchin in Hertfordshire have been agreed.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:19:18 +0000
96-home plan on edge of Watford narrowly APPROVED despite hundreds of objections

Three Rivers District Council has approved controversial plans for 96 homes on the edge of Watford despite hundreds of objections.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:30:00 +0000
Spacious family home in peaceful cul-de-sac could be yours for £815k

Described as the largest home on the close, this four-bedroom family home in Garston with great links to schools and transport is on the market for £815,000

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:30:00 +0000
'Electrical issue' pushes back reopening date for iconic Watford pub

The reopening of iconic Watford pub The Horns has been delayed.

Western Daily Press

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:13:20 +0000
Bath Rugby vs Gloucester Rugby LIVE: Team news and play-by-play PREM Rugby Cup updates

All the build-up, team news, live play-by-play match updates, reaction, analysis, stats and highlights from the Recreation Ground

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 07:11:02 +0000
A358 reopens in Somerset after crash near campsite

Drivers were warned of delays ahead of rush hour

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:22:00 +0000
Uncertainty over future of ‘pride in place’ funding in Somerset

Uncertainty remains over whether additional parts of Somerset will benefit from the government's 'pride in place' funding.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:15:00 +0000
‘Green wedge’ near Taunton saved as plans for 125 homes refused

Many local residents objected

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 06:05:00 +0000
32 new homes planned for small village on Somerset border

They would be built on a greenfield site

World Bulletin

York Press

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 10:00:00 +0000
Iconic Great Wave artwork exhibition opens in York - in pictures

The Great Wave off Kanagawa, one of the world’s most recognisable artworks, is now on show at York Art Gallery.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:09:00 +0000
'This means everything' - salon owner celebrates being named finalist in Press awards

Ivy Lane Hair & Beauty Studio in York has been named as a finalist in The Press competition to find the city's best hairdresser.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:05:00 +0000
House burglars wrote off man's £7,500 car in 60mph police chase, court hears

Two burglars wrote off a North Yorkshire man’s treasured car after they stole it and took it on a 60mph police chase through a sleeping town, York Crown Court heard.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Celebration for care home residents to mark Chinese New Year

Stamford Bridge Beaumont Care Home celebrates Chinese New Year 2026 with residents, featuring red lanterns, traditional food, and cultural activities.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan announces intimate UK tour

Former Kasabian frontman Tom Meighan has announced an intimate UK tour for spring 2027, taking fans through his life and music career

Your Local Guardian

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 09:43:19 +0000
Mobile 'Safe Space on Wheels' launches to help younger generation - in Croydon

Anima Youth has launched a new Safe Space on Wheels in Croydon, offering weekly support to young people every Tuesday on North End.

Fri, 27 Feb 2026 08:33:52 +0000
Ryanair passenger avoids hefty baggage charge with this simple trick

A spokesman for Ryanair said the passenger had booked a basic fare ticket that entitled them to carry one small personal bag onboard.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 13:06:59 +0000
Ocado to axe 1,000 jobs as part of £150 million restructure affecting UK workforce

Ocado has announced plans to axe around 1,000 jobs as it looks to slash costs by about £150 million as part of a wider restructure.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 18:58:45 +0000
Two in hospital after medical incident on busy Sutton road

Two people are in hospital after a medical incident on a busy Sutton road.

Thu, 26 Feb 2026 17:34:03 +0000
Emergency services rush to busy road in Sutton

Police and ambulances are responding to an incident on a busy Sutton road. Live updates here.

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