Stories from London · United Kingdom

According to a radio report, the UK government has the power to seize wages directly from bank accounts. This power allows HMRC to take money if they deem it necessary. This power suggests fiscal enforcement capabilities.

Vertigo Releasing has acquired the film 'Next Life,' starring Emilia Clarke, for distribution in the UK and Ireland. The film's acquisition was announced by Variety.

A report indicates that a Barcelona midfielder, valued at €60 million, is close to signing with Arsenal.

The British Royal College of Physicians has stated there is sufficient evidence to link tobacco use to lung cancer. A campaign was started in Great Britain to encourage smokers to quit. The source did not specify the type of tobacco or the details of the link. The specific study or data supporting this link was not detailed.

Approximately 55,000 cancer cases went undiagnosed across seven high-income countries during the first nine months of the Covid-19 pandemic. The study focused on the period between March and August 2020.

The UK's net zero economy now supports 1.1 million jobs, generating £105 billion annually. This sector is a part of the UK's economic landscape.

Former English soccer captain Kevin Keegan revealed he has been diagnosed with stage 4 cancer. The diagnosis was discovered during a scan after a car crash.

London Mayor Sadiq Khan blocked a £50 million contract between the Metropolitan Police and Palantir. Khan cited a "clear and serious breach" of procurement rules. The Metropolitan Police did not provide further details on the procurement.

Discussions are underway regarding a potential reversal of Brexit policies, including returning to the single market and customs union. The United Kingdom is reportedly considering a reversal of some Brexit-related policies. The specific policies under review were not disclosed.

Shell has reduced its gas production outlook for the first quarter of 2026. The company cited impacts from the Middle East conflict as the reason for the reduction.