British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said today that the UK won't join a war with no plan, and that his government's priority is keeping people safe. He announced more evacuation flights from the Middle East.more

US President Donald Trump announced the severing of trade relations with Spain, accusing the authorities in Madrid of a lack of cooperation in the context of the American-Israeli operation against Iran and insufficient defence spending. His words sparked a wave of reactions in the European Union, which declared its solidarity with Spain.more

The parcel lockers used by InPost in the United Kingdom are manufactured in Poland and exported to the United Kingdom, Michael Rouse, InPost's board member for international affairs, told journalists. He added that the operator is approaching the number of 15,000 parcel lockers in the British Isles.more

Barcelona defeated Atlético Madrid 3–0 at home in the second leg of the Copa del Rey semi-final. They did not advance to the final, as they lost the first match 0–4. Robert Lewandowski was not included in the home team's line-up due to injury. Goalkeeper Wojciech Szczęsny was on the bench.more

Over a billion people already suffer from obesity, and by 2035, one in four people (approximately 4 billion people) will be overweight or obese, warns the World Obesity Federation. Systemic solutions are needed, otherwise we will not be able to cope with this major health challenge.more

The UK supermarket chain Iceland has abandoned its decade-long trademark battle with Iceland and instead promised a “rapprochement discount” for shoppers in the country.more

Yesterday, a court in Malmoe sentenced a 35-year-old man to two years and ten months in prison for forcing three Polish nationals into slave labour. The sentence sets a precedent and may help in the fight against labour exploitation.more

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announced yesterday that he is sending the missile destroyer HMS Dragon and helicopters equipped with anti-drone systems to the Cyprus region. This is London's response to a drone attack on a British base in Cyprus.more

Wizz Air will launch a new route from Warsaw Chopin Airport to Zadar, Croatia, this June, the Hungarian airline announced. Flights will operate four times a week.more

The president of the International Football Federation (FIFA), Gianni Infantino, is in favour of giving red cards to players who cover their mouths during arguments and fights so that their lip movements cannot be read. The rule may apply at this year's World Cup.more

Wanstead Park in London will be abundant with blooming bluebells in the coming weeks. The location is easily accessible by public transport, with additional recreational areas nearby.more

The Department for Work and Pensions (DWP) has launched an early review of the UK State Pension age. The decision to raise the pension age will be based on life expectancy data and the proportion of adult life spent in retirement.more

Real Madrid unexpectedly lost their second consecutive match in the Spanish top flight, this time at home to Getafe 0–1 (0–1). After 26 rounds, the capital city team is in second place in the table, four points behind leaders Barcelona.more

Suddenly, the world is once again gripped by escalating conflict. Missile strikes in Cyprus and Dubai, coupled with US bombings across Iran, have ramped up the stakes once more. At the same time, Putin is hammering the West with nuclear threats and has taken Iran's side, and even the UK has offered its air bases for the US to use for its attacks.more

Everyone with a smart meter will be eligible for £40 payments under a new rule now in place from energy regulator Ofgem. Households which have to wait more than six weeks for installation, or who have a smart meter which is broken and not fixed within 90 days, will be eligible for the cash.more

In an interview published today in the British daily ‘The Sun’ US President Donald Trump suggested that Prime Minister Keir Starmer did not support the operation against Iran because of Muslim voters. He also warned that immigration is making the UK unrecognisable.more

Train passengers in the UK are being advised to delay purchasing flexible tickets until the day of travel, as new, stricter refund rules are set to come into force. From the beginning of next month, Off-Peak and Anytime tickets will only be eligible for a refund up to 11 pm on the day prior to their validity, unless train services are disrupted.more

Bologna, with goalkeeper Łukasz Skorupski, won 1-0 away against Pisa in the 27th round of the Italian top football league. In Monday's second match, Udinese defeated Fiorentina, Rakow Częstochowa's rival in the Conference League round of 16, 3-0. One of the goals was scored by Adam Buksa.more

Poland is holding talks with France and a group of its closest European allies on an advanced nuclear deterrence programme, Prime Minister Donald Tusk announced yesterday.more

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said yesterday that he stands by his decision not to participate in US-Israeli attacks on Iran, and that the subsequent authorisation to use British bases does not mean joining the military operation.more

Europe's economy can withstand a war in Iran if it ends within a month; the next four weeks will determine whether Europe's economy will face a new crisis or only bumps in the road to recovery, Bloomberg assessed today.more

Yesterday, the UK government announced that it had awarded Italian company Leonardo a £1 billion contract to build 23 new medium-sized military helicopters. They will be manufactured at the company's plant in Yeovil in south-west England.more

Starting next week, regulations will come into effect in Poland allowing drivers to have their driving license suspended for exceeding the speed limit by more than 50 km/h on a single-carriageway, two-way road outside built-up areas. Another change is allowing drivers from the age of 17.more

Barcelona striker Robert Lewandowski, who suffered a fractured left eye socket in the last match against Villarreal, wants to return to action wearing a protective mask for the next league match against Athletic Bilbao on Saturday, Spanish media reported.more

Rat infestations in UK properties have surged over the past year, a phenomenon experts attribute to a record-breaking hot summer followed by recent heavy rainfall. Rentokil Pest Control reported a 10 per cent year-on-year rise in confirmed rodent sightings, with notable increases observed across Northern Ireland and northern England.more