British Parliamentary Elections

British voters are likely to elect the center-left Labor Party in a historic defeat for the ruling Conservatives. The election will end Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's tenure and bring in Keir Starmer as the new leader. The election is influenced by issues such as the cost of living, immigration, the National Health Service, and divisions over Israel's war with Hamas.

British Prime Ministerial Debate

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and opposition Labour Party leader Keir Starmer spar over tax, cost of living, and health system in televised debate ahead of July 4 election.

British General Election Call by Prime Minister Rishi Sunak

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak called for a general election on July 4, which will be an uphill battle for the Conservative Party.

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak Calls New Election for July 4

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has called a new election for July 4, setting his ruling Conservative Party against the high-flying opposition Labour Party amid challenges and turmoil in the U.K. political landscape.

British Local Elections 2024

Britain's governing Conservative Party suffered heavy losses in local elections, paving the way for the Labour Party to potentially return to power after 14 years in the upcoming general election. Key wins for Labour, including in Blackpool South, indicate a significant shift in voter sentiment. Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces increased pressure amidst disappointing results, with the Conservatives losing seats they were defending. The election results are viewed as a referendum on the government's performance and may impact the national election.

British Gymnast Ondine Achampong's ACL Injury

British gymnast Ondine Achampong tears ACL, likely to miss Paris Summer Olympics. Devastated by the injury, as it typically takes a year to recover from surgery. Jessica Gadirova also questionable due to similar injury.

British Man Runs Length of Africa

A British man ran the length of Africa in less than a year, covering almost 10,000 miles.

British Men Fighting for Russia in Ukraine

Two British men, Ben Stimson and Aiden Minnis, are fighting for Russia in Ukraine and have been heavily criticized for their actions by a former British Army commander. Stimson and Minnis are the first Brits known to be fighting for Russia.

Yemen's Houthis Targeting British Ships

Yemen's Houthis vow to continue targeting British ships in the Gulf of Aden after sinking UK-owned vessel Rubymar. US military confirms the sinking after an anti-ship ballistic missile strike by Houthi militants on Feb. 18. Houthi deputy foreign minister threatens more British ships will be sunk.

U.S. and British Strikes in Yemen Against Huthi Targets

U.S. and British forces carried out strikes in Yemen against Huthi targets in response to attacks on Red Sea shipping by rebels. Other countries supported the strikes. The Huthis have attacked over 45 vessels since mid-November, threatening the global economy and regional security.

British Nuclear Missile Test Failure

A British-launched nuclear missile test in January failed and splashed back into the sea. The Ministry of Defence confirmed the failure but assured that the nuclear deterrent remains effective. The failure was attributed to testing equipment strapped onto the missile. The Trident missiles used by Britain are leased from the U.S. and rely heavily on American technology.