The Chinese regime poses “the biggest challenge” to global security and prosperity, UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has said. Speaking on the last day of the Group of Seven (G-7) summit in Japan, Sunak said: “China poses the biggest challenge of our age to global security and prosperity. They are increasingly authoritarian at home and…
China Poses ‘Biggest Challenge’ to Global Security and Prosperity, UK Prime Minister Warns
Sinn Fein Becomes Largest Party in Northern Ireland Local Government
Sinn Fein has become the largest party in local government in Northern Ireland for the first time after making large gains in the council elections. Of the 462 seats across 11 councils, Sinn Fein won 144 seats, an increase of 39 from the last council election in 2019. It overtook the Democratic Unionist Party (DUP),…
Phillip Schofield to Step Down From This Morning With ‘Immediate Effect’
Phillip Schofield will step down from This Morning with “immediate effect” after more than 20 years on the ITV programme, the broadcaster has announced. The 61-year-old TV presenter will not return to co-host the morning talk show with Holly Willoughby, with Thursday’s show being his last. ITV has said Willoughby will remain on the show…
Car-Blocking Scheme Barred From Latest UK Government Funding to Boost Cycling and Walking
A scheme that blocks or limits traffic in town centers has been kept out of the latest round of UK central government funding for walking or cycling routes, the Department for Transport (DfT) has said. The department announced the winners of a £200 million package on Friday and said that some 265 schemes would create 120…
British Climber Scales Everest for 17th Time, the Most by a Non-Sherpa Guide
KATHMANDU, Nepal—A British mountain guide returned to Nepal’s capital on Friday after scaling Mount Everest for a 17th time, breaking his own record for the most ascents of the world’s highest mountain by a non-Sherpa guide. Kenton Cool first climbed Mount Everest in 2004 and has been doing it almost every year since then. “I…
Net Zero Hydrogen Levy Plans Could Push Energy Bills Up by £120 a Year: Report
The extra levy for hydrogen could add £118 to annual household bills, a 10 percent increase on dual fuel bills under the government’s net zero plans, according to analysis. A report from the centre-right think tank Onward published on Thursday claims that the levy to pay support for hydrogen production would raise energy bills by around…
Council-Approved RSHE Asks Primary Pupils to Question Gender, Say Campaigners
Role play that includes asking young children to pick their gender and “marry” each other in front of classmates is being used in sex education, it’s been claimed. According to a statement by the Christian Legal Centre (CLC), the material—approved by Norfolk County Council—is being taught in at least one primary school in the area….
Mortgage Arrears and Repossessions Jump as Homeowners Struggle Amid Soaring Interest Rates
May 19, 2023
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The number of homeowners in arrears and properties being repossessed jumped in the first quarter of this year, as mortgage costs soared amid repeated interest rate hikes. According to figures from trade body UK Finance, some 750 homeowner mortgaged properties were taken into possession in the first quarter of 2023, a 50 percent increase from…
UK Unveils £1 Billion Semiconductor Strategy
The UK government has unveiled its semiconductor strategy, which it said would secure the country’s position as a “global science and technology superpower.” But the long-awaited policy paper was met with mixed reactions, with some companies calling it “flaccid” and lacking in ambition. Under the 20-year plan, the government pledged around £200 million ($248 million) by 2025 and…
Russia Has ‘Intent and Ability’ to Target Undersea Infrastructure Warns Defence Secretary
There is no doubt Russia has “the intent and the ability” to target undersea energy and communication lines, Defence Secretary Ben Wallace has said. He made the comments as Britain agreed with Norway to increase cooperation on undersea capabilities, including countering threats to undersea infrastructure. At a press conference alongside Norwegian Defence Minister Bjorn Arild…
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