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BSO cruiser replica found in UK raises eyebrows, prompts investigation

BSO cruiser replica found in UK raises eyebrows, prompts investigation

BROWARD COUNTY, Fla. — More than 4,000 miles from Broward County, a fully marked replica of a Broward Sheriff’s Office patrol cruiser was recently spotted parked in Stevenage, a town north of London — leaving both locals and Americans abroad...

Scottie Scheffler shoots 64 to set a daunting target at the British Open

Scottie Scheffler shoots 64 to set a daunting target at the British Open

PORTRUSH, Northern Ireland — Scottie Scheffler had no idea what was coming his way Friday in the British Open. He warmed up in a short-sleeved shirt. The umbrella was out when he walked off the first green. For the thousands at Royal Portrush...

UK Names, Sanctions 18 Russian Intelligence Officers

UK Names, Sanctions 18 Russian Intelligence Officers

LONDON (AP) – The U.K. on Friday sanctioned Russian military intelligence units and officers it said were behind preparations for a 2022 bomb attack on a theater in southern Ukraine that killed hundreds of civilians. Britain’s foreign ministry...

British woman in her 20s found dead behind Normandy church on family holiday

British woman in her 20s found dead behind Normandy church on family holiday

The woman was found dead in Barfleur, south-west France (file photo) A British woman has died on holiday after being discovered behind a church in France. The victim, said to be in her 20s, was found in a rocky area behind the St-Nicolas church on...

India's Prime Minister Prepares To Visit Britain For The First Time In Seven Years

India's Prime Minister Prepares To Visit Britain For The First Time In Seven Years

What is the purpose of the visit. Indian Prime Minister Narendra Modi is likely to visit Britain next week to sign a trade agreement, reports Politico. Modi's trip could be the first visit by an Indian prime minister to Britain since 2018, and...

British police confirm their investigation into Kneecap's Glastonbury set is closed, without charges

British police confirm their investigation into Kneecap's Glastonbury set is closed, without charges

Avon and Somerset Police have confirmed that their investigation into Kneecap's performance at this summer's Glastonbury festival has been closed, and that no action is to be taken against the Belfast/Derry hip-hop trio. The rap group's appearance...

UK, India likely to unveil trade deal next week, including whisky, EVs, textiles, sources say

UK, India likely to unveil trade deal next week, including whisky, EVs, textiles, sources say

NEW DELHI/LONDON: India and Britain are expected to seal a long-awaited free trade deal next week, two Indian government sources said, granting Indian textiles and electric vehicles some duty-free access to the UK market and easing British exports...

UK employee removed from duties over online petition, President Capilouto says

UK employee removed from duties over online petition, President Capilouto says

LEXINGTON, Ky. (WKYT) - The University of Kentucky is investigating what it calls an antisemitic petition created by a University of Kentucky employee. In a letter to the campus community, UK President Eli Capilouto says that the employee—whom the...

UK Inflation Hits 3.4% in June, Matching Economist Forecasts

UK Inflation Hits 3.4% in June, Matching Economist Forecasts

Inflation reached 3.4% in the twelve months to June, according to the latest economic data. This figure aligns precisely with expectations from economists surveyed by Reuters, who had projected this exact rate. The 3.4% inflation rate represents...

EU and UK hit Russia with new sanctions; Moscow's energy revenue and spies targeted

EU and UK hit Russia with new sanctions; Moscow's energy revenue and spies targeted

The European Union and Britain on Friday ramped up pressure on Russia over its war on Ukraine, targeting Moscow's energy sector, shadow fleet of aging oil tankers and military intelligence service with new sanctions. “The message is clear: Europe...

UK sanctions Russian spies trying to ‘destabilise Europe’

UK sanctions Russian spies trying to ‘destabilise Europe’

The UK has sanctioned a string of Russian spies and hackers, accusing them of carrying out a campaign to “destabilise Europe”. Those sanctioned include a unit that targeted the daughter of Sergei Skripal years before Russian agents attempted to...

"No further action" for criminal investigation into Kneecap's Glastonbury performance

"No further action" for criminal investigation into Kneecap's Glastonbury performance

Kneecap, the Belfast-based Irish language hip-hop trio, has been informed by police in the UK that no further action is being taken in the criminal investigation into their Glastonbury performance last month. The group took to social media on...

British Sports Car Brand TVR Might Be Dead Again

British Sports Car Brand TVR Might Be Dead Again

TVR was among the boutique British sports car brands that rose to prominence after World War II. The company generally used in-house-built bodies and chassis, while sourcing powertrains from larger automakers. The 1964 Griffith 200 was one of the...

UK, India likely to unveil trade deal next week, sources say

UK, India likely to unveil trade deal next week, sources say

India and Britain are expected to seal a long-awaited free trade deal next week, two Indian government sources said, granting Indian textiles and electric vehicles some duty-free access to the UK market and easing British exports of whisky, cars...

British Band Forms Alliance for Musicians Facing ‘Intimidations’ for Accusing Israel of ‘Genocide’ in Gaza

British Band Forms Alliance for Musicians Facing ‘Intimidations’ for Accusing Israel of ‘Genocide’ in Gaza

The British band Massive Attack announced on Thursday an alliance for musicians who are facing alleged “intimidations from within” the music industry and legal profession as well as “organized censorship” for accusing Israel of committing genocide...

Former Cuomo aide Brittany Commisso settles sexual harrassment lawsuit for $450,000

Former Cuomo aide Brittany Commisso settles sexual harrassment lawsuit for $450,000

New York State on Friday agreed to pay $450,000 to Brittany Commisso, a former aide to Andrew Cuomo who accused him of groping and subjecting her to persistent sexual harassment on the job at the governor’s office. Lawyers for Commisso called the...

FAC's David Martin on boosting UK exports & helping artists hit their 'creative and commercial peak'

FAC's David Martin on boosting UK exports & helping artists hit their 'creative and commercial peak'

Featured Artists Coalition (FAC) CEO David Martin has spoken to Music Week about the challenges for UK exports and the need to support emerging artists. The FAC recently renewed its partnership with Amazon Music on the Step Up Fund. Now entering...

Life-saving nasal spray treatment for anaphylaxis now available in UK

Life-saving nasal spray treatment for anaphylaxis now available in UK

Your support helps us to tell the story From reproductive rights to climate change to Big Tech, The Independent is on the ground when the story is developing. Whether it's investigating the financials of Elon Musk's pro-Trump PAC or producing our...

Unichem Group, Luex Healthcare UK, premieres “All Together Now” legacy documentary

Unichem Group, Luex Healthcare UK, premieres “All Together Now” legacy documentary

In a cinematic journey that captured hearts across the country, Healthcare pioneers Unichem Group, in collaboration with Luex Healthcare UK, premiered their legacy documentary, “All Together Now,” for public enlightenment. In a world where...

US ‘very close’ to finalize trade deal with India

US ‘very close’ to finalize trade deal with India

President Donald Trump says the United States and India are “very close” to sealing a trade deal, as top-level negotiations between Washington D.C. and Delhi continue to gain momentum. He also mentioned that a trade deal with the European Union...

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