The fines will be a "minimum" punishment, and it will continue to seek civil damages for compensation for the costs incurred in more serious cases.more

Former England football team captain David Beckham was yesterday knighted by King Charles III. It is a long-awaited accolade for the English football icon.more

Members of the Royal Family will wear black armbands "as a mark of respect" to those involved in the Air India crash at tomorrow's Trooping the Colour parade. There will also be a minute's silence at the event following Thursday's crash in the city of Ahmedabad, western India.more

Greenland's ice has melted 17 times faster than average this year as a wave of warm air hit Iceland, according to climate research network World Weather Attribution (WWA). Another study said May 2025 would be the world's second-warmest on record.more

While Liverpool are reported to have agreed a £116 million deal for Florian Wirtz, the full package is projected to be worth more than £200 million including wages. Wirtz could become the third-highest paid player at Liverpool when he completes his British record transfer from Bayer Leverkusen next week.more

The London Underground facilitates up to five million journeys a day, albeit with occasional delays and disruptions. But, were you aware that you can be fined for taking too long to reach your destination? This is due to the fact that your Oyster card has established maximum travel times to prevent misuse. This means that you cannot do more than just travel on the Tube.more

Domestic brick factories are gearing up for a building bonanza that is expected to increase residential housing starts next year by more than 5%, according to the construction industry consultancy and data provider Glenigan.more

Around 27 million mobile phone customers have been promised better coverage “at no extra cost” within months as a result of the merger between Vodafone and Three, the firm has announced.more

Defending champion Bartosz Zmarzlik took second place in the British Speedway Grand Prix. The fourth round of the World Championships, held in Manchester, was won by Briton Daniel Bewley, but the Pole remained the leader of the general classification.more

Freedom of movement around Europe remains the greatest benefit of EU membership, in the opinion of Poles, next to EU funds. However, concerns about the future of the Schengen area, established 40 years ago, are growing in Brussels. Nomen omen, difficulties can already be felt today when driving through... Schengen.more

The famous rapper, who recently expressed interest in investing in the Celtic F.C. football club, has a real treat in store for football fans. Snoop Dogg intends to open a burger food truck at the team's stadium. What's more, the musician plans to serve customers himself.more

This trend is particularly visible in China and India, but there are also signs that in the West, the birth of a son is no longer considered a more desirable event than the birth of a daughter, the Times reported.more

The organizers of the Grand Slam Wimbledon announced that they have increased the prize pool for this year's tournament to 53.5 million pounds (approx. 267.6 million PLN). The tennis players who win the singles competition will receive three million pounds (approx. 15 million PLN) for their victory.more

A fresh study of flights to popular destinations from London show the routes most likely to be delayed this summer. In June. July and August if last year almost a quarter of the 4,008 flights to Antalya in Turkey were delayed by more than one hour.more

Gross domestic output shrank by a larger-than-expected 0.3% in April from March - the biggest monthly drop since October 2023 and more than the 0.1% fall forecast in a Reuters poll, following 0.2% growth in March.more

Four in 10 UK-based entrepreneurs are considering moving their firm overseas, a fresh poll has found, in further evidence the government’s crackdown on wealth and Britain’s stagnant economy are driving people away from the country.more

Kevin De Bruyne has joined Serie A champions Napoli as a free agent, the club announced on Thursday. Sources told ESPN that De Bruyne was the subject of interest from clubs in the Premier League, Germany and MLS, most notably the Chicago Fire, but opted for Napoli.more

Britain has no plans to defend Israel as Iran retaliates against Israeli strikes. The UK was not involved in the attacks on Tehran’s nuclear and military sites, and is not involved in helping to intercept Iranian retaliation like it did last year, defence sources said. However, the sources said that situation could change.more

In a congressional hearing on Thursday, US Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth was asked if the US needs to be prepared "to take Greenland and Panama by force". Hegseth avoided directly answering the question but suggested the US has plans for "any contingency".more

A "Trojan horse" therapy that sneaks toxic drugs inside cancer cells is being made available on the NHS in England in a world first. It can halt the blood cancer myeloma for nearly three times longer than current therapies. The drug is an advanced form of chemotherapy that hits cancer with a bigger dose, while reducing side-effects.more

The Indian airline Air India confirmed that 241 people died in the crash of a Boeing 787-8 Dreamliner in Ahmedabad on Thursday. There were 242 people on board, and one passenger survived the crash.more

Struggling budget chain Poundland has been sold for £1 and now faces a shake-up which could see up to 100 stores close, the BBC understands. Its owner Polish firm Pepco confirmed it had sold the brand for a "nominal" sum to US investment firm Gordon Brothers.more

Tottenham appoint Thomas Frank as new head coach. The Dane succeeds Ange Postecoglou after he was sacked despite winning the Europa League. Frank leaves Brentford after seven years and will manage in Europe for first time as Spurs prepare for Champions League football next season.more

The Israeli Air Force attacked Iran this morning. Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu announced that these were preemptive strikes, and their purpose was to prevent Iran from acquiring a nuclear weapon that would threaten Israel's existence. The airspace over Israel, Iran, Iraq and Jordan was closed.more

A Defence Minister has confirmed that the Royal Air Force is still exploring the possibility of operating a mix of F-35B and F-35A fighter jets, suggesting a potential future acquisition of the A variant.more