United Kingdom
How the UK Became an Origin Country for Human Trafficking
For years the UK was known as a destination country for victims of trafficking. But now more and more vulnerable British nationals are being taken away from their communities and trafficked within the borders of the UK.
‘The Taliban Will Kill My Family’: Translators Say the West Betrayed Them
Afghan interpreters ineligible for asylum in the UK say they fear for their lives as Taliban fighters make gains across the country.
Neo-Nazi Terror Group The Base To Be Banned in the UK
The British government will make it a criminal offence to be a member of or support the group – and those found guilty face up to 14 years in prison.
Medical Cannabis Saved Her Son’s Life. Now She Wants To Help Others Too.
Billy Caldwell made history when he received the first medical cannabis prescription in the UK, but his mother says the fight is far from over.
They Fled China. But They Refuse to Forget the Tiananmen Massacre
‘People are unwilling to give up.’ Hong Kongers living in exile refuse to let China rewrite their history.
Farewell Matt Hancock, These Were Your Best Worst Bits
From standing weirdly close to people and launching his own app to quitting because he kissed a colleague while telling people they couldn't hug – it's been a rollercoaster ride.
Amazon Tells Drivers 'Endorphins Are Your Friend' on Amazon Prime Day
A list of six tips Amazon distributed to drivers to "keep in top shape" during one of its largest sales events of the year is all but impossible.
Nobody Panic but Russia Says It Fired Warning Shots at a British Warship
The UK flat out says it didn’t happen.
‘I Consider World Leaders Gangsters’: At the Beach With G7 Protesters
Sun, sea, sand, and railing against global inequality.
G7 Cops Arrest 15 at Campsite Where Climate Protesters Were Staying
Those arrested had decided to sit out a demonstration and remain at their campsite. “We’re an easy target,” one activist said.
Five Arrested Over Shooting of Black Lives Matter Activist in London
Sasha Johnson was shot in the head in the early hours of Sunday morning. Police said there is nothing currently to suggest she was the victim of a targeted attack.
Drug Dealer Jailed After Telling Customers He Was Conor McGregor
When Mark Nye was stopped by police, he was found to possess several business cards labelled with the words “McGregor Enterprise – The Pocket Rocket.”