The UK Prime Minister announced measures to ban misleading discounts and subscription traps, aiming to save households an average of £14 monthly. New rules will enforce clearer pricing and easier cancellation from...
Hundreds of Sudanese refugee and displaced students are sustaining their university education through UNHCR–Mastercard Foundation scholarships, receiving financial, psychological and community support amid the country’s...
The UK Royal Navy increased monitoring of Russian naval activity in British waters and the North Atlantic by 25% in the first seven months of 2025, deploying warships and helicopters to track movements and gather...
Brazilian Indigenous youth are using digital platforms and cultural expression to resist climate change and land loss, ahead of the UN’s International Day of the World’s Indigenous Peoples.
The U.S. Department of War’s Office of Strategic Capital committed a $400 million conditional loan to Sunrise Energy Metals to develop primary scandium mining and processing in Australia, aiming to reduce foreign supply...
The U.S. Department of War’s Office of Strategic Capital committed a $1.4 billion conditional loan to Sila Nanotechnologies to expand domestic battery anode and cell production, aiming to reduce reliance on foreign...
The U.S. Department of War announced an $85.5 million investment with Strategic Bauxite USA to secure domestic supply of refractory-grade bauxite, a critical mineral for defense and industry.
The U.S. Department of War allocated over $80 million to mining and metallurgy schools, including Colorado School of Mines and Johns Hopkins University, to enhance national security and critical material supply chains.
Canada’s Foreign Minister Anita Anand concluded a three-day visit to Benin and Côte d’Ivoire, announcing $85.4 million in new investments to support economic growth, security and gender equality in West Africa.
Canada’s Foreign Minister announced over $85 million in development funding for Benin, Côte d’Ivoire, and West Africa, focusing on women’s empowerment, economic growth, education, and security.
Canada and Côte d’Ivoire signed a memorandum to formalize bilateral consultations, with ministers discussing regional security, economic ties, and Canada’s Africa Strategy during a meeting in Abidjan.
Canada’s Foreign Minister Anita Anand met Côte d’Ivoire’s Vice President Tiémoko Meyliet Koné in Abidjan to discuss trade, development, and regional stability, reaffirming bilateral cooperation ahead of Côte d’Ivoire’s...
The UK’s MHRA advises people taking certain medicines to take extra care in summer heat and sunlight, as some treatments increase dehydration, heat-stress or sun-sensitivity risks.
Defence Secretary Wes Streeting highlighted Scotland’s central role in UK defence during a visit to Rosyth Shipyard and Edinburgh housing projects, emphasising ongoing investment in shipbuilding and military...
Digital pay-as-you-go ticketing is being expanded to all passengers on three Northern Railway routes, simplifying fare calculation and reducing errors.
The UK Government has opened compensation applications for British and eligible individuals affected by the Berlin terror attack on 25 July 2026 through the Victims of Overseas Terrorism Compensation Scheme 2012.
The Charity Commission has issued guidance to UK charities affected by a cyber security incident involving Beacon’s CRM service, urging trustees to report serious incidents and follow regulatory advice.
The Ebola outbreak in eastern DRC has killed over 300 children, with women and girls disproportionately affected. Health services face severe disruptions, and a WHO advisory group recommends testing the existing Ervebo...
Global food prices rose 1% in July year-on-year, driven by heatwaves, energy price increases, and geopolitical disruptions, according to the UN Food and Agriculture Organization.
UN Geneva welcomed five peacocks, including a rare white male, gifted by India to continue a century-old tradition at the Palace of Nations, where the birds will roam freely after a temporary stay.
UN Deputy Secretary-General Amina Mohammed warns that over 1,000 days of war in Sudan have left eight million children out of school, with attacks on schools and displacement exacerbating the crisis.
The Mediterranean Sea, a vital ecological and economic hub, faces growing threats from pollution, warming waters, and biodiversity loss despite its global significance.
The UK Secretary of State has appointed Sunder Katwala and Michelle Mitchell OBE to The National Lottery Community Fund Board for a four-year term starting 5 August 2026.
The UK Charity Commission has launched a statutory inquiry into Al-Khair Foundation, a £74 million aid charity, over alleged links to Hamas, a proscribed terrorist organisation, and imposed transaction restrictions.
A senior UK police leader has condemned proposals that could lead to early release of two men convicted of killing PC Andrew Harper in 2019.
The UK government invites non-profits to bid for up to £700,000 to support Ukraine’s justice system in reaching survivors of international crimes, with proposals due by 20 August 2026.
The UK has opened applications for three fellowships and scholarships for Pakistani professionals, researchers, and entrepreneurs to study in the UK, covering costs and offering networking opportunities.
The UK government will invest £100 million through the British Business Bank’s Investor Pathways Capital Initiative to support early-stage venture capital fund managers nationwide, aiming to drive local growth and job...
The European Central Bank has released consolidated banking data for the EU banking sector as of March 2026, covering 335 groups and 2,284 institutions, representing nearly 100% of the sector’s balance sheet.
Ofqual has updated its interactive map to provide detailed qualification outcomes by local authority in England, supporting devolved decision-making and local accountability.