British Isles
King’s Easter message: the world still needs 'faith, hope and love'
In his 2025 Easter message, King Charles reflected on the paradox of human nature - how we are capable of both great cruelty and great kindness. He urged the nation and the world…
UK seeing 'quiet revival' as church attendance rises, especially among Gen Z
New research suggests a 'quiet revival' may be underway in the UK, with church attendance rising significantly - particularly among Generation Z. A study commissioned by the Bible Society found that 12% of…
UK-US deal or eased tariffs ‘won’t be enough’, Starmer warns
Keir Starmer has cautioned that even if the UK secures a US trade deal or lower tariffs, it will not be enough to safeguard Britain’s economic future. In response to Donald Trump’s imposition…
Government offers to buy coal to keep British Steel going
The Government has offered to buy the critical raw materials - particularly coking coal - needed to keep British Steel’s blast furnaces running in Scunthorpe. Without this urgent purchase, steel production could halt…
New measures to put neighbourhood bobbies back on beat
The Government has announced a major new initiative to restore neighbourhood policing, aiming to rebuild public trust and enhance community safety. Under the Neighbourhood Policing Guarantee, 13,000 additional officers will be deployed by…
Ofcom investigates suicide forum linked to at least fifty deaths
Ofcom has launched its first investigation under the new Online Safety Act into a pro-suicide forum linked to at least fifty UK deaths. The anonymous website, which cannot be named for legal reasons,…
At-home saliva test for prostate cancer better than blood test?
A new at-home saliva test assessing genetic risk has shown greater accuracy than the current PSA blood test in detecting prostate cancer, according to a major UK study. The spit test, which evaluates…
‘Christians fed up with being pushed out’: protests over cancelled Easter
Around fifty Christians protested outside Norwood Primary School in Eastleigh, after the school cancelled its traditional Easter bonnet parade and church service. Headteacher Stephanie Mander informed parents that the decision aimed to foster…
24,000 people who have 'no right to be here' have been returned under Labour
At the Government’s border security summit in London, Keir Starmer reported that 24,000 individuals without legal right to remain in the UK have been returned since Labour took power - the highest return…
Household bill rises hit single parents hardest
As April begins, families across the UK face steep increases in household bills—including energy, water, and council tax—placing a particular strain on single parents and low-income households. Citizens Advice warns that millions are…
