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April 23, 2024

UK plan to send migrants to Rwanda criticized by human rights groups after Parliament backs new law

Britain's decision to send asylum-seekers to Rwanda has drawn criticism from humanitarian organizations. The UK government claims the move will deter illegal crossings.

April 23, 2024

UK pledges $620M in new military aid for Ukraine, officials say

The U.K. has pledged an additional $620 million in military supplies for Ukraine, including long-range missiles and ammunition, according to British officials.

April 23, 2024

German lawmaker's aide arrested on suspicion of spying for China in European Parliament

A German man who was working for a far-right lawmaker in the European Parliament has been arrested on suspicion of spying for China, officials confirmed.

April 23, 2024

On this day in history, April 23, 1564, Shakespeare is born in Stratford-upon-Avon, becomes renowned writer

Playwright William Shakespeare may have been born on this day in history, April 23, 1564, in Stratford-upon-Avon, England. He would also die on this day, on (possibly) his 52nd birthday.

April 22, 2024

UK climate activist won't be charged for sign telling jurors to vote their conscience

A judge has ruled that Trudi Warner cannot be charged with contempt of court for holding up a sign outside of a courtroom that reminded jurors of their right to acquit defendants.

April 22, 2024

Bird rescue results in catch of loud, squawking peacock that spent months on the run

A peacock that had begun making "loud" noises as it searched for a mate in a Kent, U.K. neighborhood has finally been caught — and is now being cared for by an animal rescue group.

April 22, 2024

UK prosecutors charge 2 men, including parliamentary researcher, with spying for China

Two men, including one identified as a parliamentary researcher, have been charged with spying for China, according to British prosecutors. They will appear in court on Friday.

April 21, 2024

JK Rowling defends pediatrician told to avoid public transit amid gender study controversy: 'Follow the money'

"Harry Potter" author J.K. Rowling came to the defense of Dr. Hilary Cass, a British pediatrician who is receiving threats for leading a report investigating gender care for minors.

April 21, 2024

Outrage at pro-Hamas protest as London cop threatens man with arrest for 'openly Jewish' appearance

Calls are growing for the Metropolitan Police commissioner, Sir Mark Rowley, to resign following criticism of how anti-Israel marches have been policed in London.

April 20, 2024

Black 'Doctor Who' condemns celebration of 'White mediocrity' while 'we have to be absolutely flawless'

Rising LGBTQ actor Ncuti Gatwa spoke out on a variety of identity-based issues from transgender ideology to race in a recent interview with Attitude magazine.