Everyone's Talking About It
Oscar Davies 
The UK government is contemplating a potential ban on disposable vapes to address concerns about youth usage, but a recent study funded by Cancer Research UK has also revealed the potential consequences of the ban on the millions of people in the country trying to quit smoking. Understanding the Issue University College London conducted a … Read more
A professional golfer has been cleared of all charges after being wrongfully dismissed from his senior position at a prestigious golf club, where he spent a large amount of his 28-year career, for allegedly sending inappropriate, late-night messages to a female at the club. A Victory of False Accusations Mark Sturgess, a distinguished PGA-accredited golf … Read more
After leaving the UK for terrorist organization ISIS in 2015 at the age of 15, Shamima Begum’s decision to appeal her citizenship being revoked has been dismissed, but her lawyers warn that it won’t end here. Court of Appeal Rejects Begum’s Citizenship Challenge The Court of Appeal dismissed Shamima Begum’s bid to challenge the revocation … Read more
The UK government has signed a new agreement with European agency Fortex in an attempt to counter smuggler gangs that perilously ship small boats to the UK’s shores. UK to Sign New Agreement with EU Border Agency The United Kingdom is poised to enter into a fresh agreement with the European Union’s border agency that … Read more
Islamophobia in the UK has surged from the end of 2023 to now, with one anti-hate charity reporting the most incidents in the last four months than it has seen since it was founded. Record Surge in Islamophobic Incidents Reports have found a significant increase in Islamophobic incidents in the UK between October 7 and … Read more
General Sir Patrick Sanders, the head of the British Army, has sent a message to the UK government to “mobilise the nation” in anticipation of a potential conflict. Sir Patrick’s reason? He says citizens need to be mentally prepared for a call-up if NATO engages in a conflict with Russia. Preparing for War? To make … Read more
A report titled “Forced Adulthood” showed the alarming number of incorrect age assessments conducted by the Home Office, revealing that at least 1,300 children were wrongly classified as adults over 18 months, putting them in danger. Flawed Assessments and Dire Consequences A recently released report by the Refugee Council, the Helen Bamber Foundation, and the … Read more
Russian President Vladimir Putin has promised military action against any British fishing vessel caught fishing in Russian waters, decimating a treaty over 70 years old. Putin’s Fishy Move Russian President Vladimir Putin has signed a decree that bans UK fishing boats from entering Russian waters, disrupting fishing rights that have been in place since 1956. … Read more
Argentina has lashed out at the UK, denouncing Lord Cameron’s visit to the Falkland Islands as a “provocative” move. Argentina’s Outcry A spokesperson opposed Lord David Cameron’s visit to the Falkland Islands, accusing the UK of initiating a “provocative” move against Argentina. Former PM’s Tour The former Prime Minister’s visit is part of a tour … Read more
The world’s largest trial of a four-day working week took place in the UK over the last year, with the results looking extremely positive. Despite this, the government shut down any hopes for a shorter week. A Four-Day Week Made Permanent A UK study that unveiled the success of a four-day workweek for a number … Read more