With the world’s food supply chain under pressure from the war in Iran, experts are warning shoppers that they may soon see shortages and higher prices at British supermarkets. more

Deaths are expected to outnumber births in the UK every year from 2026, according to projections from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The UK population is now expected to grow at a slower rate than previously thought, reaching 71 million by 2034, owing to a sharp fall in migration.more

The number of iconic black cabs on London’s streets is declining, and industry experts warn the trade could disappear entirely without support. As well as a lack of help from Mayor Sadiq Khan and Transport for London (TfL), the current manufacturer of the black cab, London Electric Vehicle Company (LEVC), is reportedly ceasing production of the vehicle.more

A freedom of information response shows 'nature' was the most suggested theme for new Bank of England notes; proposals included David Attenborough and England’s 1966 World Cup win.more

Officers from the counter-terrorism unit are investigating an attempted arson attack on a memorial wall in north London, in a neighbourhood with a large Jewish community, the Metropolitan Police announced yesterday.more

Money Saving Expert says Mondays and Tuesdays offer the best chance of cheap fares; Skyscanner explains pricing triggers.more

Parkland Walk is the longest linear nature reserve in London, following a former railway line between Finsbury Park and Alexandra Palace. The route is about 4 km and open to walkers, cyclists and families.more

Showers across parts of the UK on Monday, followed by sunnier, warmer conditions up to about 24°C, with a return to more unsettled weather by the bank holiday weekend.more

The UK Government has issued an update on jet fuel supplies as many Britons prepare to go on holiday. There have been concerns about possible disruption following the closure of the Strait of Hormuz, a vital global shipping route. But ministers say there is no current shortage of jet fuel in the UK.more

A social media influencer has died six days after a car hit her and other pedestrians outside a nightclub in central London. Klaudia Zakrzewska, from Essex, was involved in the incident on Argyll Street in Soho at 04:30 BST on 19 April. She was taken to hospital but died on Saturday.more

All Claire's standalone stores in the UK and Ireland have stopped trading after the accessories chain's financial woes saw it fall into administration twice in a year.more

It feels like we only just got over spider season, and now the era of eight-legged invaders is returning for UK households again. While normally a phenomenon associated with the onset of autumn, there is also a second wave of spiders every springtime in UK households, and this recent warm weather has brought the arachnids back out in force.more

Fiona Hill, former director for European and Russian affairs in the National Security Council in Donald Trump's first administration, describes the UK’s contingencies for dealing with present and future disruptions as “not fit for purpose”.more

Deep beneath the heart of the City of London lies a secret that most commuters walk over without a clue. It’s the site of a vast Roman basilica and forum - a complex so large it once dwarfed St Paul’s Cathedral.more

Minister Darren Jones warns that the economic effects of the Iran conflict will push up energy, food and flight prices for at least eight months after hostilities end.more

People in the UK are spending fewer years in good health than a decade ago, prompting concern that the population’s health is “going backwards”. The sharp decline in Britain’s healthy life expectancy, the amount of time someone spends free of illness or disability, is in sharp contrast to its recent rise in most other rich countries globally.more

Travellers can reserve a free 30‑minute security slot at Luton Airport to use a separate lane and reduce waiting times.more

British Deputy Minister for the Constitution and Relations with the European Union, Nick Thomas-Symonds, told the Italian daily La Repubblica that the government in London will campaign to bring the UK as close as possible to the EU. He admitted that the negotiations are difficult.more

A 37-year-old man has been arrested by counter-terrorism officers in connection with a series of attacks on Jewish community properties in London, the Metropolitan Police said this morning.more

King Charles III and Queen Camilla's four-day visit to the United States will go ahead as planned, Buckingham Palace announced yesterday, confirming that the royal couple's plans were not affected by Saturday's shooting at a dinner attended by US President Donald Trump.more

A small and "charming" town has been crowned the happiest place to live in England. Sleaford boasts a modest population of approximately 17,600 residents and is an ancient market town with roots stretching back to the Iron Age.more

For over 100 years, the British monarchy has been building relationships with successive US presidents. History shows that this involves not only lavish banquets, but also the strengthening of military alliances and investment commitments. Tomorrow, King Charles III begins his visit to the US – his itinerary includes a meeting with President Donald Trump.more

Located in Norfolk is a pretty city that locals can’t get enough of, and it’s easy to see why. Norwich, which was crowned the UK's best place to live in 2026 by the Sunday Times, is simply stunning, and it seems there’s not a bad word to say about it. In the sunshine, Norwich glows, with its scenic streets, thriving market and quaint buildings.more

The British House of Lords has effectively blocked the passage of a bill on assisted suicide in England and Wales, the BBC reported yesterday. The upper house of parliament was unable to deal with more than 1,200 amendments to the bill within the allotted time.more

The British royal couple’s visit to the United States, which begins on Monday, “absolutely” has the potential to repair relations between the two countries, US President Donald Trump said yesterday in an interview with the BBC.more

A dominant high pressure will bring dry, sunny conditions with temperatures up to 23C in places. The Met Office warns of high UV and cool nights in northern areas.more

State pensioners could unlock a free TV licence and help with council tax by claiming an underused Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) benefit. It comes as more than 12 million pensioners are now receiving a boost to their State Pension after payments rose from April 6, 2026.more

If the UK does not exempt US tech companies from the digital services tax, the US will impose “huge tariffs” on it, President Donald Trump warned in an interview published today in the British newspaper ‘Daily Telegraph’more

Certain motorists are set to pay £360 per year to use the roads under new car tax fees introduced by Rachel Reeves. New Vehicle Excise Duty (VED) bands were launched by the Chancellor earlier this month, with almost all vehicle owners set to pay more.more

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said yesterday that he is ‘increasingly concerned’ about the growing use by foreign states of intermediaries to carry out attacks in the UK.more

The medical data of half a million Britons who voluntarily signed up for a large-scale health study was being offered for sale on the Chinese e-commerce platform Alibaba, the British government announced yesterday.more

London’s wealthiest boroughs have seen house prices fall by double digits, official figures show. The City of Westminster, including wealthy areas such as Mayfair and Knightsbridge, saw house values drop 12.7 per cent between February this year and last year, according to the Office for National Statistics. more