Uncertainty Over Newport Wafer Fab Takeover Puts Future at Risk
The fate of Newport Wafer Fab in south Wales has been uncertain for nearly two years since the UK government first expressed concerns over a 2021 takeover by the Chinese-owned Nexperia firm. The national security concerns related to the ownership…
Controversial British Army Recruitment Campaign Removed from Fortnite Platform
A controversial British Army recruitment campaign in the popular game Fortnite appears to have been removed from the platform, sparking speculation and backlash. The campaign, which featured a custom-made Fortnite map and was set to be promoted by high-profile influencers,…
UKHSA Unveils 5-Year Pathogen Genomics Strategy for Pandemic Preparedness
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has unveiled its Pathogen Genomics Strategy, outlining a 5-year plan to enhance the organization’s role in pathogen genomics for pandemic preparedness and response. The strategy aims to improve the detection and understanding of pathogens…
UK Ministry of Defence Successfully Tests DragonFire High-Power Laser Weapon
The UK Ministry of Defence has successfully conducted a trial of the DragonFire high-power laser weapon, marking a significant milestone in the development of advanced military technology. The test, carried out at the Hebrides Range in Scotland, demonstrated the weapon’s…
UK and Canadian Space Agencies Launch Aqualunar Challenge for Moon Water Purification Technologies
The UK Space Agency and the Canadian Space Agency have launched the Aqualunar Challenge, a £1.2 million international prize aimed at supporting the development of water-purifying technologies for the Moon. The challenge, funded by the UK Space Agency’s International Bilateral…
Calvin Klein FKA twigs ad banned for sexual objectification
A recent Calvin Klein advertisement featuring British singer FKA twigs has been banned by the UK’s Advertising Standards Authority for presenting her as ‘a stereotypical sexual object’. The poster, which showed the singer with a shirt draped across her body,…
Surge of Scabies Cases Across the UK: What You Need to Know
As scabies cases continue to surge across the UK, health experts at NowPatient have revealed everything you need to know about the condition and how to stop it from spreading. Scabies is a highly contagious skin condition caused by parasitic…
UK Government Warned to Modernize Casino Rules to Avoid Extra Costs
The UK government has been warned to modernize casino rules before imposing extra costs, as the Betting & Gaming Council (BGC) has raised concerns about the potential impact on jobs and businesses in 2024. In an op-ed article for the…
UK Factory Output Lower Than Expected After Fall in Domestic and Export Orders
UK Factory Output Lower Than Expected After Fall in Domestic and Export Orders By Economics correspondent Richard Partington Britain’s factories started the year on a weaker footing after 17 consecutive months of contraction, as higher borrowing costs and a slump…
Surge in Whooping Cough Cases Reported in the UK
Whooping cough cases in the UK have seen a significant surge, with a reported increase of approximately 230% compared to the previous year, according to figures from the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). A map illustrating the distribution of every…