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UK hit by deadly salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs, one dead and 200+ infected

UK hit by deadly salmonella outbreak linked to imported eggs, one dead and 200+ infected

Health authorities suspect infected imported eggs supplied to restaurants and cafés as investigations continue across Europe.

August 20, 2026

The remains of buildings revealed by the the persistent hot weather and drought, are pictured in the reservoir bed of Anglian Water's Rutland Water -- a reservoir created by the flooding of hamlets Lower and Middle Hambleton -- in Upper Hambleton, central

UK Met office says predicted heavy rains 'won't solve drought overnight'

The Met Office says parts of the country could see a 'very showery day,' with Northern Ireland and western and central Scotland facing frequent showers, heavy downpours, hail and thunder, but the showers were expected to be 'fewer and further between' in southern areas.

August 19, 2026

People look at the dry garden outside the Tower of London, turned yellow-brown due to a lack of rain, in London, on August 6, 2026. (AFP)

Food security fears mount as UK farmers battle drought

Food security concerns have gripped Britain as a series of heatwaves left English farmers facing the driest July since records began, according to the Met Office.

August 7, 2026

Andy Burnham set to take over as new British PM

Andy Burnham set to take over as new British PM

An announcement on his senior cabinet appointments is also expected on Monday with all eyes on who will replace Rachel Reeves as finance minister.

July 20, 2026

Influencer Andrew Tate and brother arrested in Miami

Influencer Andrew Tate and brother arrested in Miami

The Tate brothers are also accused of tax evasion and money laundering in the UK; their attorney, Joseph McBride, said in a press release that the brothers ‘are innocent.’

July 19, 2026

Andy Burnham: 'King of the North' to become UK PM

Andy Burnham: 'King of the North' to become UK PM

His elevation to the top job follows a successful nine-year stint as Greater Manchester mayor, during which Burnham transformed himself from former government minister to political outsider.

July 17, 2026

Britain's Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex, waves as he arrives at Chatham House in central London on July 7, 2026. (Photo: AFP)

Prince Harry, Elton John lose case against UK tabloid

Prince Harry and Elton John lose their case against the Daily Mail's publisher as London's High Court dismisses all allegations of unlawful information gathering.

July 7, 2026

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces resignation

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer announces his resignation on Monday after fewer than two years in office in a term characterized by policy U-turns and deep public unpopularity.

June 22, 2026

UK's Starmer mulling 'political realities': senior minister

UK's Starmer mulling 'political realities': senior minister

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces mounting pressure to resign after Andy Burnham's by-election victory fuels leadership speculation, with reports suggesting Starmer is considering his future despite insisting he will remain in office.

June 21, 2026