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British PM's New COVID Rules Set Off Backlash From His Conservative Party
The new mandates were economically damaging and limited individual freedoms, argued many Conservatives legislators, with one calling them "a slippery slope."
Teen, 7-Year-Old Among Those Killed in Boat Accident in English Channel
French authorities identified 26 people who died when a migrant boat sank between France and the U.K. last month.
Governments 'Overacting' to Omicron Says Scientist Who Helped Identify It
The medic criticized restrictions in response to Omicron, but her comments have been dismissed as "the most dangerous kind of message" and "utter rubbish."
23-Year-Old Diagnosed With Cancer After Cough Mistaken for COVID
Caregiver Chloe Girardier was diagnosed with Hodgkin lymphoma five months after first seeking medical help.
E.U. Debates How to Coordinate With U.S., U.K. If Russia Invades Ukraine
According to U.S. intelligence officials, Russia moved 70,000 troops close to Ukraine's border and is readying for a potential invasion early next year.
Omicron Could Outpace Delta in U.K. Within Days, Adults Line Up for Booster
Boris Johnson set a December 31 goal to get a booster shot to eligible England residents, adding that the rest of the U.K. should speed up its rollout, too.
Florida COVID Cases Are Rising Faster Than Any Other State
Florida has been the subject of some of the United States' most devastating COVID-19 waves over the course of the pandemic.
Six-Year-Old Dies of Cancer After Family Spots Unusual Changes in Her Face
Acacia Surridge-Hill was eventually diagnosed with a diffuse midline glioma—a rare and aggressive form of cancer.
Omicron, Which May Resist Vaccines, Found in These U.S. States, Countries
Omicron's spread has prompted world leaders to ramp up the rollout of booster shots as data suggests they provide extra protection against the variant.
UK Christian Ministry, Church Leaders Fight Conversion Therapy Ban
A Christian ministry helping those with gender confusion fights cancellation by Barclays while a ban on conversion therapy plays out in the UK's Parliament.
Assange to 'Seek Review' of U.K. Ruling Lawyer Calls 'Highly Disturbing'
Assange's lawyer dismissed the "vague assurances by the United States government, which has reportedly plotted to kidnap or even assassinate Mr. Assange."
Fact Check: Trump's Claim Netanyahu Was First to Congratulate Biden
The former U.S. president vented about his Israeli counterpart in interviews from a new book, stating that they haven't spoken since.
In the Race for 'Climate Leadership,' Everyone's a Loser
Last year, Joe Biden campaigned on the promise that America would lead the world in the fight against climate change.
Poultry Farmers Forced to Kill Half-Million Birds After Avian Flu Outbreak
The outbreak across Europe forced U.K. poultry farmers to kill nearly 500,000 birds after cases had been confirmed in poultry and wild birds.
Archaeologists 'Stunned' After Discovering Evidence of Crucified Person
The skeleton was uncovered at a Roman settlement in eastern England. It is the first discovery of its kind in the U.K. and only the fourth in the world.
Why the U.K. Prime Minister Is in Hot Water Over a Christmas Party
The British prime minister has faced criticism following a leaked video showing his staff joking about a holiday party allegedly held at 10 Downing Street.
Cyclist Mark Cavendish Violently Attacked While Recovering From Injury
"The effect that this nightmare has had on my family is already heart-breakingly evident," Cavendish tweeted.
British PM Boris Johnson Mandates COVID-19 Passes to Enter Nightclubs
The new restrictions come as the omicron variant reaches over 500 new cases since its arrival.
Boris Johnson 'Furious' at Video of Staff Joking About Lockdown Party
The footage, which depicts a party held in December 2020, recently leaked and was aired on ITV to major controversy.
U.K. Joins U.S., Australia Boycott of Beijing Olympics, Athletes Compete
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson said the U.K. will join in the diplomatic boycott, but he doesn't support boycotts involving athletes and they may compete.
Whistleblower Says U.K. Forces Evacuated Shelter Animals Instead of Afghans
Raphael Marshall claimed that nearly 200 cats and dogs were flown out of Afghanistan and that British soldiers were put at risk to evacuate the animals.
Girl Accidentally Chokes Self to Death on Swing While Video-Calling Friends
Grace Patricia Hamnet, aged 11, died after suffering "devastating" brain damage in the incident.
In 'Embarrassing' Speech, Boris Johnson Says His Love is Big for Peppa Pig
Johnson complained that the children's theme park was "stereotypical about Daddy Pig" while praising it as a shining example of "U.K. creativity."
COVID Vax Scientist Says Next Pandemic Might Be Worse Without More Funding
"The advances we have made, and the knowledge we have gained, must not be lost," professor Sarah Gilbert said.
Belarus Bans E.U., U.K., Airlines, Western Imports as Retaliatory Sanctions
The ban on western imports is retaliation to what Belarus says is an "illegal external sanctions pressure aimed at undermining the sovereignty of Belarus."
Police Called to British Parliament After Cocaine Traces Reportedly Found
A drug wipe test found that 11 of the 12 restrooms tested showed traces of cocaine. The restrooms were accessible only to those with parliamentary passes.
Nigerian Official Says U.K. Travel Ban 'Not Driven By Science'
Only 3.78 million Nigerians have been fully vaccinated out of the country's 206 million population.
McDonald's Customer Pulls Gun on Employee During Drive-Thru Altercation
Arthur Walker, 45, threatened the worker who was dealing with a build-up of traffic outside a McDonald's branch, a court was told.
Emaciated Dog Abandoned Last Christmas Transformed After Being Re-Homed
"She won't leave my side. I've definitely found a best friend for life; and she has too!" the dog's new owner said.
Regulators in US, UK, EU All Alarmed By Nvidia's Deal to Buy Chip Designer
The Federal Trade Commission claimed that the deal would give Nvidia control over technology that other companies need to manufacture their own chips.