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August 9, 2024

UK police commissioner threatens to extradite, jail US citizens over online posts: 'We'll come after you'

A British police commissioner warned that even Americans across the Atlantic could be extradited to the UK if they run afoul of their rules in commenting on the wave of riots.

August 9, 2024

'Game of Thrones' star Kit Harington shares 'excruciatingly embarrassing' fan encounter

In a recent interview, Kit Harington detailed a hilarious, yet "excruciatingly embarrassing," fan encounter he had during an outing in London.

August 9, 2024

UK government warns 'think before you post' amid threats to arrest citizens for offensive rhetoric on socials

The United Kingdom government warned citizens to "think before your post," threatening jail time for individuals posting offensive messages amid anti-immigration riots across the nation.

August 8, 2024

UK government 'scouring social media' to arrest people for sharing 'harmful' riot footage regardless of intent

A news correspondent warned that the government of the United Kingdom is actively cracking down on people who have shared footage of the recent wave of protests.

August 8, 2024

Britain remains on alert for further unrest, even after anti-racism campaigners face down far right

After a week of anti-immigrant violence across the U.K., British authorities said they are preparing for possible further unrest and applauded the efforts of police and anti-racism campaigners.

August 7, 2024

Dolphin spotted far inland, experts say ‘red flag’

A dolphin named Jo Jo was spotted in the River Thames in London. The animal has been seen a few times before, with experts saying it's a red flag for it to be that far inland.

August 5, 2024

UK news outlet cuts live feed after reporter is surrounded by masked men shouting 'Free Palestine'

UK-based Sky News cut away from its live report after masked migrants surrounded its reporter to shout "Free Palestine" and obscenities at the camera.

August 5, 2024

Violent UK protests continue for 7th day in response to deaths of 3 young girls

Protests in the United Kingdom continued for a seventh straight day on Monday, after three young girls were stabbed to death last week.

August 5, 2024

Dog owner says pet accidentally ate marijuana while out for a walk: 'Could have died'

A dog in England reportedly consumed marijuana by accident while taking a walk with his owner. The owner said he took the dog to an emergency vet, where he was treated for dehydration.

August 5, 2024

UK riots plunge country into worst unrest in years, prime minister vows to apply 'full force of law'

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday called the rioting across the U.K. "pure violence" and said attacks on Muslim communities won't be tolerated.