Stories from United Kingdom

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.

A crash has closed the busy M4 motorway near Heathrow Airport in the UK. The incident is causing traffic delays for travelers heading to or from the major airport.

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.

The United States and United Kingdom have begun the Astral Knight 2026 exercise in the United Kingdom. This is U.S. European Command's premier integrated air and missile defense exercise.

Scientists confirmed that a loud "boom" heard by many New Englanders on Saturday was caused by a fast-moving meteor. The meteor broke apart 31 miles above the ground, releasing energy.

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.

Four activists from People Against Genocide staged a blockade at UAV Engines, a factory in Staffordshire, owned by the Israeli arms company Elbit Systems. Campaigners stated that UAV Engines produces engines for military drones.