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UK abandons Apple backdoor demand after US diplomatic pressure
CyberScoop
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August 19, 2025
The United Kingdom has withdrawn its demand that Apple create a backdoor to its encrypted cloud systems following months of diplomatic pressure from the United States, according to a statement from Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard....
UK Trans Judge Appeals to European Court to Challenge ‘Sex Is Biological’ Ruling
Breitbart
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August 19, 2025
Britain’s “first transgender judge” is attempting to go over the head of the UK Supreme Court, appealing to European judges in Strasbourg in a bid to overturn a ruling earlier this year affirming biological sex. Victoria McCloud, who identifies as...
Britain announces new pact to help Ukraine with first elections when war ends
Daily Express
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August 19, 2025
Britain is to help Ukraine run its first set of elections following the end of its war with Russia, with the two countries’ election oversight bodies signing a new pact. Britain and Ukraine’s electoral commissions agreed a memorandum of...
Historic school uniform specialist Trutex sold in £12.5m deal
BusinessLive
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August 19, 2025
Historic school uniform company Trutex has been sold in a £12.5m deal. Private equity firm Elaghmore has sold the Lancashire firm to Hancock & Gore Limited, a school uniform specialist listed on the Australian Stock Exchange. Trutex will join...
British Business Bank supports Close Brothers with £300m guarantee
Leasing Life
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August 19, 2025
The British Business Bank has entered an agreement with Close Brothers to provide up to £300m under the ENABLE Guarantees programme. Funds from this transaction will be directed towards Close Brothers asset finance’s portfolio, supporting hire...
UK insurers face challenges in EV adoption
Life Insurance International
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August 19, 2025
GlobalData’s survey reveals battery-related protection features are among the most valued aspects of electric vehicle (EV) insurance. The UK motor insurance sector has encountered considerable challenges as it adjusts to the changing landscape of...
Brits banned from bringing back two popular foods from Europe after 2025 law change
Cornwall Live
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August 19, 2025
If you've got a European getaway planned for this summer, then you're probably anticipating some mouth-watering cuisine. Nevertheless, fresh legislation means that these scrumptious delicacies must now be savoured overseas exclusively. As of April...
Historic and iconic bird of prey species could be reintroduced to England for first time in 150 years
Sunderland Echo
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August 19, 2025
Golden eagles could be re-introduced into England for the first time in more than 150 years, after a study has found there are enough sites to support them. The bird of prey is sometimes seen in areas of northern England, like Northumberland, but...
UK-based publisher Mark Darlington weighs in on Shatta Wale, MOG copyright dispute
MyJoyOnline
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August 19, 2025
UK-based Ghanaian music publisher Mark Darlington Osae has shared his opinion on the ongoing copyright row between dancehall artiste Shatta Wale and producer MOG Beatz. The dispute erupted after MOG claimed that Shatta Wale failed to pay him for...
Britain Needs YOU? Why the Black community should never fight in a potential World War
The Voice
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August 19, 2025
THE THREAT of a potential world war is no longer a distant idea. For the first time since the Cold War, the risk of a major international military conflict is resurfacing as global powers clash over influence and resources. As the drumbeats of war...
UK national praises simplified residence process under Putin decree
TASS
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August 19, 2025
MOSCOW, August 19. /TASS/. UK national Kennon Wong has shared with TASS his experience of obtaining a temporary residence permit in Russia under Presidential Decree No. 702, signed by Russian President Vladimir Putin on August 19, 2024. The decree...
Historic Stockport pub in 'safe hands' as it reopens following major revamp
Manchester Evening News
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August 19, 2025
A historic Stockport pub situated under the viaduct has reopened following a major revamp. Believed to be one of the oldest standing free houses in the Greater Manchester borough, the Crown Inn - on Heaton Lane - has reopened its doors after a...
UK Boosts African Mining Investments
Business Ghana
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The United Kingdom (UK) is increasing its strategic investments in African mining to secure a reliable supply of both critical and traditional minerals essential for the energy transition and the Fourth Industrial Revolution. Home to 30% of the...
UK’s South Eastern Railway implements IsoMat tech to mitigate heat issues
Railway Technology
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August 18, 2025
The South Eastern Railway has collaborated with Flint Engineering, a UK-based green technology start-up, to address the issue of excessive heat in railway signalling cabinets on the Tonbridge to Hastings line. The new IsoMat system, which is...
UK Has Dropped Apple Backdoor Request, US Spy Chief Says
TechRepublic
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August 19, 2025
US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. Image: Gage Skidmore/Flickr The UK has withdrawn its demand for Apple to create a backdoor into its Advanced Data Protection (ADP) encryption system. US Director of National Intelligence Tulsi...
Alarms as high-tariff universities grab UK student market
University World News
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UNITED KINGDOM With so much uncertainty and volatility around recruiting overseas students, particularly to one-year postgraduate taught masters’ courses in the United Kingdom, Britain’s most selective universities have aggressively turned to...
Epic CEO Slams UK CMA for Delaying App Store Reforms
WebProNews
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August 19, 2025
Epic Games CEO Sounds Alarm on UK’s Regulatory Delays Tim Sweeney, the outspoken chief executive of Epic Games, has publicly criticized the United Kingdom’s approach to regulating dominant technology companies, arguing that the nation is falling...
11 Epic Historical Series and Films to Binge on Netflix Now
How-To Geek
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August 19, 2025
Historical epics are some of the most delectable works of art to ever grace big and small screens. They’re incredibly popular and consumable because they immortalize ancient civilizations and their legendary battles and heroes, allowing just...
Morecambe appoint first Sikh manager in British professional football
The Athletic
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August 19, 2025
Ashvir Singh Johal has become the first Sikh to take charge of a professional British football club and the youngest manager in the top five tiers of the English pyramid after being appointed Morecambe manager. The 30-year-old, who has never...
Australian reveals the details that 'blew her mind' when she first moved to London - including the speed of deliveries and the 'historic' buildings
Daily Mail
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August 19, 2025
An Australian woman who now lives in England has revealed the differences that shock her friends when they visit her in London. Former gymnast Amie Elizabeth took to TikTok to share 'the things that blow Australians minds about living in the UK'....