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China Poses Genuine, Increasing Cyber Risk To UK, Says Spy Agency Chief
But she said the greatest challenge was posed by China. China poses a genuine and increasing cyber risk to the United Kingdom, the head of British spy agency GCHQ said on Tuesday, adding that while Russia and Iran represented an immediate threat, Beijing was an epoch-defining challenge. “As the prime minister said yesterday, the next...
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Spectacular photos show the northern lights around the world
Solar storm sparks stunning northern lights show Powerful solar storm sparks stunning display of northern lights across the globe 02:04 A series of powerful solar storms colored skies across the Northern Hemisphere this weekend, as people witnessed brilliant displays of the northern lights in the United States, Canada, Europe, China and beyond. Officials have said...
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Starving and homeless in United Kingdom
The UK has become a country of mass destitution, and but for food banks would almost certainly be one of mass starvation. As many as 11.3 million people, or 14 per cent of the British population, now live in a condition of food insecurity, which means they lack access to sufficient food, or food of...
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The UK is officially the world’s sixth-most beautiful country
That this planet should exist at the exact right point in space and time to be inhabitable for life is a cosmic miracle. That it should be so laden with beautiful natural landscapes and manmade wonders is possibly the most wonderful luck humans have ever had. The world is full of stunning scenery, but where...
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UK visa review next week may have a far reaching impact on Indian students
A large number of students from India who are planning to go to the UK this year for their higher studies may have a reason to worry. There is a speculation that migration advisory committee (MAC) — in its report of review of post study work (PSW) visa on May 14 — may discontinue the...
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David Cameron says UK will not withhold arms sales to Israel
David Cameron has said the UK will not be withholding arms sales to Israel, saying its position is not comparable with that of the US, which has paused the delivery of a weapons shipment, since the UK is not a large state-to-state arms supplier to Israel. The foreign secretary added that the UK did not...
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Drug Shortages reported across the United Kingdom – Sarajevo Times
Pharmacies and patients alike are struggling with the consequences of a growing number of drug shortages, with critical implications for those who rely on these drugs to manage life-threatening conditions, according to the latest report from the English Association of Pharmacists. The report says the situation has escalated in the past year and has affected...
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UK Conservative defects to Labour Party, another hit to PM Rishi Sunak ahead of election
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak was accused Wednesday of leading a “chaotic” government as another one of his Conservative lawmakers defected to the main opposition Labour Party ahead of a looming general election. In a stunning move just ahead of weekly prime minister’s questions, Natalie Elphicke crossed the floor of the House of Commons to...
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U.K. Supreme Court makes ruling over $43 million in treasure from World War II ship sunk by Japanese torpedoes
South Africa has won a legal claim over $43 million worth of treasure from a World War II shipwreck that was found off the country’s coast by a British exploration company, the U.K. Supreme Court said on Wednesday. The sinking of the the SS Tilawa — which has been called the “Indian Titanic” — killed...
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Kingdom of Saudi Arabia and United Kingdom Conclude High-Level Strategic Dialogue on International Development and Humanitarian Assistance – World
Attachments Riyadh, Saudi Arabia, May 7, 2024 The Kingdom of Saudi Arabia, represented by the King Salman Humanitarian Aid and Relief Centre (KSrelief) and the United Kingdom successfully concluded their Strategic Dialogue on International Development and Humanitarian Assistance with a high-level plenary session on 7 May 2024. The Dialogue, spanning two days of engaging discussions,...
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Travelers stranded as widespread delays hit UK airports – Times of India
NEW DELHI: The United Kingdom is currently witnessing severe disruptions across its major airports due to critical staff shortages, leading to prolonged delays and widespread chaos. This escalation of airport troubles began early this week and has since grown, impacting thousands of passengers.A spokesperson from one of the major affected airports shared their concerns, saying,...