Protests erupted across England on Saturday over the British government’s continued use of hotels to house mostly young, male illegal migrants. What began as a local backlash in Epping, Essex, has now grown into a national movement, drawing thousands in cities such as London, Manchester, and Newcastle.
Ozzy Osbourne performed what he says is his final live show on Saturday, delivering a powerful farewell before 40,000 fans in Birmingham, England. The 76-year-old heavy metal icon, diagnosed with Parkinson’s disease and recovering from years of health struggles, took the stage for one last time in the city where it all began.
A new report reveals that mass migration has significantly increased rent costs across England, with the capital city of London seeing the most severe impact. The study, published by British think tank Onward, estimates that immigration since 2001 has added an average of £132 per month to rental costs in England—and a staggering £216 per month in London.
The U.K. and Ireland are preparing for the arrival of Storm Éowyn, one of the most severe storms in recent decades. Forecasters have issued rare red warnings for wind, indicating a "danger to life" as gusts are expected to reach up to 100 mph (161 kph). The storm is set to make landfall on Ireland's west coast early Friday before sweeping northeast to Scotland and affecting much of the U.K.
The United Kingdom has announced the delivery of a newly developed air defense system to Ukraine, designed to bolster the country’s ability to protect its cities from aerial attacks. Dubbed the "Gravehawk," the system adapts existing air-to-air missiles for ground-launch use and will be operational this year, according to UK officials.
"On Religious Freedom Day ... we commemorate the ... anniversary of the passing of a State law that has shaped and secured our cherished legacy of religious...
