Career Diplomat Christian Turner Named New UK Ambassador to US
Sir Keir Starmer appoints veteran diplomat Christian Turner as Britain's new ambassador to Washington, replacing Lord Mandelson. Discover the challenges he faces.
Sir Keir Starmer appoints veteran diplomat Christian Turner as Britain's new ambassador to Washington, replacing Lord Mandelson. Discover the challenges he faces.
Stansted Airport's expansion plans are approved, paving the way for 51 million annual passengers and 4,500 new jobs. Discover how this will reshape UK air travel.
Scientists warn the UK must prepare for 'plausible' extreme climate impacts, including a 4C temperature rise and 2-metre sea level rise. Discover the risks and the urgent need for resilience planning.
From the London Underground to the World Wide Web, discover the UK's most impressive engineering feats in a new ranking. 94% of Brits take pride in this heritage. Explore the full list and insights.
Mild UK winters trigger unusual December birdsong from skylarks and thrushes. Is it a charming natural event or a stark climate crisis warning? Read the analysis.
John Harris, Pippa Crerar and Kiran Stacey analyse the defining political events of 2025 and look ahead to 2026. Listen to the Politics Weekly UK podcast now.
MPs warn UK's zero-tariff pharmaceutical deal with the Trump administration is 'built on sand' as no legal text exists. Concerns mount over NHS costs and suspended tech pact. Read the full analysis.
Kylie Minogue is ahead in the race for Christmas number one, with Wham!'s 'Last Christmas' trailing. A charity single for Gaza is also climbing the charts. Who will win?
The UK government's £120m bailout saves the vital Grangemouth ethylene plant, but experts question the lack of a coherent strategy for the nation's shrinking heavy industry. Read the analysis.
The UK's Defence Investment Plan is delayed until 2026 amid a £2.6bn budget shortfall and the troubled Ajax programme. Read the full analysis of the military spending crisis.
Lance Corporal George Hooley, 28, was killed in a tragic accident in Ukraine. In a poignant final letter, he asked his loved ones to remember him with pride for serving a cause he believed in.
UK police forces announce arrests for 'globalise the intifada' chants, welcomed by Chief Rabbi as a crackdown on hate speech. Critics call it repression of protest rights.
Britain's return to the Erasmus+ scheme offers a flicker of hope for internationalism amid a rising nativist tide across Europe. Discover the programme's significance.
A unique corrugated steel beachside home in Camber Sands, transformed by a design duo, is on the market for £750,000. Featuring stunning coastal views, a hot tub, and a garden studio.
Discover the essential features of the perfect fish spatula. Our expert guide compares materials, flexibility, and design to help you find the ideal tool for delicate cooking tasks.
The UK and US have agreed a three-year deal to maintain 0% tariffs on pharmaceuticals, aiming to boost trade and secure NHS access to new treatments. Read the full details.
The UK and US have agreed a three-year deal to maintain 0% import tariffs on pharmaceuticals, aiming to secure NHS access to cutting-edge treatments and boost investment. Read the full details.
The UK is poised to strike a deal with the US removing tariffs on pharmaceuticals, following warnings of investment cuts. The agreement hinges on the NHS paying more for American medicines. Read the full details.
Canada's PM announces a £285m support package for steel and lumber industries crippled by US tariffs. Discover the new quotas and freight subsidies.
Sheffield United's American owners have not denied claims they suggested a merger with rivals Sheffield Wednesday. Mike Ashley has submitted a £20m bid for the Owls.
Sheffield United's US owners, COH Sports, have failed to deny contacting administrators about rivals Sheffield Wednesday, sparking fan fury. Read the full statement and fallout.
Unimetals Recycling, one of the UK's largest metal recycling firms, has filed for compulsory liquidation, putting 650 jobs in jeopardy. Discover the full story and implications for the UK's steel supply chain.
Wrexham star Josh Windass faces backlash from Sheffield United supporters after criticising their post-derby celebrations on Sky Sports. Discover the full story and fan reactions.
Sheffield United's Chris Wilder and Patrick Bamford celebrated their Steel City derby win over Wednesday, hilariously burying their past feud. Read how they reconciled.
Keir Starmer reveals £400m in export deals for British firms like Rolls-Royce and British Steel at the G20 summit, boosting jobs and growth ahead of the Budget.
The iconic 1989 film Steel Magnolias, featuring an all-star cast, airs tonight on Film4. This heartfelt story of friendship and resilience is a must-watch classic.
Business Secretary Peter Kyle supports transitioning British Steel to electric arc technology, securing Scunthorpe's future but raising questions over blast furnaces and thousands of jobs.
Sanjeev Gupta's Liberty Steel faces a Romanian embezzlement investigation over a €137m CO2 certificate scheme. The firm denies all allegations as its founder's empire shrinks.
Lord Peter Mandelson enters Sunday Times Rich List alongside Indian steel magnate Lakshmi Mittal, revealing surprising wealth accumulation since leaving frontline politics.
Brussels initiates sweeping anti-subsidy investigation into Chinese steelmakers as Europe fortifies its economic defences against what officials call 'unfair competition'.