Russia’s Federal Security Service on Friday accused six British diplomats of spying and said a decision has been made to withdraw their accreditation. Russian state TV quoted an official from the security service known as the FSB as saying that they will be expelled. The expulsions come as Prime Minister Keir Starmer visits Washington for […]
Kim talks of growing nuclear arsenal as North Korea releases uranium facility photos
North Korea offered a rare glimpse into a secretive facility to produce weapons-grade uranium, as state media reported Friday that leader Kim Jong-Un visited the area and called for stronger efforts to “exponentially” increase the number of his nuclear weapons. It’s unclear if the site is at the North’s main Yongbyon nuclear complex, but it’s […]
Chad McQueen, Karate Kid actor and son of Hollywood legend, dead at 63
Chad McQueen, an actor known for his performances in the Karate Kid movies and the son of the late actor and race car driver Steve McQueen, has died. He was 63. McQueen’s attorney and friend Arthur H. Barens confirmed to The Associated Press that he died Wednesday. The cause of death was not disclosed. His […]
Boeing’s U.S. factory workers on strike after rejecting pay increases of 25% over 4 years
Boeing’s U.S. West Coast factory workers walked off the job early on Friday after 96 per cent voted in favour of a strike, halting production of the planemaker’s strongest-selling jet as it wrestles with chronic output delays and mounting debt. The workers’ first strike since 2008 began just weeks after new CEO Kelly Ortberg was brought on in August to restore faith in […]
Gardeners urged to make jam before Met Office’s first 0C weather forecast
As colder weather grips the UK, the Met Office has issued forecasts warning of overnight temperatures dropping to 0C in some areas. This week, particularly in northern parts of the country and rural regions, overnight frosts are expected, making it a critical time for gardeners to protect their plants and harvest crops before it’s too […]
Drama in Spain as woman suddenly confesses to shooting British expat pensioner dead | World | News
A nine-strong jury has unanimously convicted a 48-year-old estate agent of the brutal murder of 80-year-old Monica Warren after shooting and stabbing the victim at her Costa Blanca home. State prosecutors said before her trial started on Monday at a court in Elche, south of Alicante, that they wanted her jailed for 28 years for […]
Banksy’s Girl With Balloon stolen in daring heist on London gallery | UK | News
One of Banksy’s most famous pieces of art was stolen in a daring heist from a London gallery. Two men have been charged with burglary after the paiting was stolen from the gallery on Sunday, the Metropolitan Police said. Larry Fraser, 47, and James Love, 53, were charged with non-residential burglary and remanded in police […]
Prince Harry issues bullish 9-word statement ahead of his 40th birthday this weekend | Royal | News
Prince Harry has issued a new statement as he prepares to celebrate his 40th birthday on Sunday. The Duke of Sussex told the BBC: “I was anxious about 30, I’m excited about 40.” Harry added that his mission remains to “show up and do good in the world”, echoing his and wife Meghan Markle’s Archewell […]
Prince George’s new hobby revealed – and it’s very daring for an 11-year-old | Royal | News
Prince George is already “learning to fly” as the second in line to the throne was spotted enjoying his maiden flight last week in front of proud parents the Prince and Princess of Wales. The Waleses were spotted at White Waltham Airfield on the last day of George’s school holidays, reportedly turning up in a […]
Exact date Arctic blast sees temperatures plunge to 0C as maps go blue | Weather | News
Brits have been battling the chill as recent Arctic conditions sent mercury plummeting to lows of -2C, with icy blasts hailing from Scandinavia. But there’s a respite in sight; Met Office experts predict a gradual temperature ascent, promising a more temperate swing as early as today and over the weekend. Early autumn normality could bless […]