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Record 230 Migrants Cross English Channel in Single MegaDinghy

A Record 230 migrants crossed the English Channel to the UK in a single inflatable boat on Monday, marking the largest number of people ever reported to have made the journey aboard one vessel. The so called “mega dinghy” left the French coast overnight and arrived in Dover in the early hours of Monday. The crossing surpassed the previous record of 165 people, set in July. The vessel, which was […]

today10 August 2026

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Farage Says Attack on His Home May Be Linked to Ann Widdecombe Murder Investigation

Reform UK leader Nigel Farage has said an incident at his home last year is “directly linked” to the investigation into the murder of former MP Ann Widdecombe, after counter terrorism police reopened an inquiry into the incident. Police have revisited the case involving an alleged attempted attack at a property linked to Farage in April 2025, after investigators identified a potential connection to their ongoing inquiry into Widdecombe’s death. […]

today10 August 2026

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UK Brings Forward Ban on ‘Subscription Traps’ by Three Months

The UK government has brought forward a planned ban on “subscription traps”, meaning consumers will soon find it easier to cancel unwanted subscriptions and avoid being charged for services they no longer use. Prime Minister Andy Burnham announced the change as part of a wider package of measures aimed at easing the cost of living and strengthening consumer protections. The government had previously planned to introduce the new rules later, […]

today10 August 2026

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More Parts of England Set for Drought Declaration as Heat Health Alerts Rise

More parts of England are expected to be officially declared in drought as the country faces worsening water shortages following prolonged periods of extreme heat and exceptionally dry weather. The Environment Agency is preparing to extend drought measures to additional areas as rivers, reservoirs and groundwater supplies come under increasing pressure. Several parts of England have already experienced significantly below-average rainfall, with the dry conditions raising concerns over water availability […]

today10 August 2026

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UK Faces Worst Harvest on Record as Extreme Heat Threatens Food Security

The United Kingdom is on course for what could become its worst harvest since records began in 1984, after months of extreme heat and drought devastated crops across the country. Farmers have described the season as "completely brutal," warning that sharply reduced yields could increase food prices, deepen reliance on imports and expose weaknesses in Britain's food security. New analysis by the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit (ECIU), based on […]

today5 August 2026 6

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EU Ministers Condemn Foreign Disinformation Campaigns Over Ceuta Migration Crisis

European Union interior ministers have condemned what they described as foreign information interference during the recent migration crisis in the Spanish enclave of Ceuta, warning that coordinated disinformation campaigns sought to inflame tensions, spread panic and undermine European unity. The issue dominated an emergency virtual meeting convened to assess the aftermath of the unprecedented influx of migrants into the territory. Speaking after the meeting, French Interior Minister Laurent Nuñez said […]

today5 August 2026 9

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Father Arrested After Nine Year Old Girl Found Dead During Family Camping Trip in Scotland

A man has been arrested after the death of his nine year old daughter during a family camping trip in the Scottish Highlands, in a case that has shocked communities across the United Kingdom. The child was found dead at a campsite near Loch Ness on Saturday, prompting Police Scotland to launch a major investigation. Police confirmed that a 36 year old man, understood to be the girl's father, was […]

today4 August 2026 12

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Burnham Defends Tougher Prison Release Rules as Political Pressure Mounts

Prime Minister Andy Burnham has defended changes to the government's early prisoner release scheme, insisting the revised policy is necessary to prevent the prison system from becoming overwhelmed while strengthening public protection. The move has sparked fierce criticism from opposition parties and victims' campaigners, keeping law and order at the centre of the political debate. Under the updated plans, offenders convicted of rape, serious child sex offences and grooming crimes […]

today4 August 2026 7

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Nearly 160 Migrants Rescued After Boat Catches Fire in English Channel

A major search and rescue operation was launched in the English Channel after a migrant boat carrying nearly 160 people caught fire during an attempted crossing from France to the UK. French and British rescue teams worked together to evacuate everyone on board, with authorities confirming that all passengers were safely rescued. The incident occurred in French search and rescue waters near the coast of Boulogne sur Mer after the […]

today4 August 2026 8

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