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February 28, 2024

Boy, 11, makes portrait of world leader from 1,764 Rubik’s Cubes, sets sights on breaking world record

A boy from Essex, England, created a Rubik's Cube portrait of the U.K. prime minister using 1,764 puzzle games. Henil Soni reportedly can solve the handheld puzzle in mere seconds.

February 28, 2024

Body found along English Channel migrant crossing route, French officials say

French maritime authorities announced Wednesday that a body has been found along the English channel, while search efforts remain underway for two others feared missing.

February 28, 2024

Northern Ireland judge rules that UK government's 'Troubles' law breaches human rights

A Northern Ireland judge has ruled against a new law granting immunity from prosecution for most offenses during "the Troubles," citing violations of human rights.

February 27, 2024

US, UK-led airstrikes over the weekend destroyed, damaged 17 Houthi targets: DOD

A joint operation by the United States and United Kingdom struck 17 of 18 Houthi targets on Saturday in Yemen, as the terror group continues to target commercial ships in the Red Sea.

February 27, 2024

UK arrests another Bulgarian national in Russian espionage scheme

British authorities on Tuesday charged a sixth Bulgarian national, Tihomir Ivanchev, with spying on Russia's behalf alongside his five codefendants.

February 27, 2024

D-Day veterans honor comrades as 13 names are added to UK memorial wall

Two D-Day veterans, Stan Ford and John Roberts, were among 13 people honored with a place on the Normandy Memorial Wall on Tuesday in southern England.

February 27, 2024

3 men charged with terrorism plot in UK court after right-wing extremism probe

Three men arrested in connection with an investigation into right-wing extremism appeared in a London court on Tuesday, charged with preparing to commit a terrorist act.

February 27, 2024

Council orders rebuilding of England's popular 'Crooked House' pub following fire

The Crooked House, a beloved 18th century British pub in England, was destroyed by a fire last year and demolished. The local council has now ordered the owners to rebuild it.

February 27, 2024

Prince William backs out of attending memorial service for Greek king due to personal matter

The U.K.'s Prince William abruptly canceled his appearance at a memorial service for his godfather, the late King Constantin II of Greece, on Tuesday.

February 26, 2024

Almost 75% of transgender prisoners behind bars for rape, brutal crimes in the UK

United Kingdom's Ministry of Justice data shows almost 75% of transgender inmates are in jail for violent offenses such as rape, grievous bodily harm and robbery.