The United Kingdom has reaffirmed its policy of allowing the United States to use British military bases for operations against Iran, with newly appointed Prime Minister Andy Burnham approving continued access for what the UK describes as “defensive operations.” Read More: UK allows US to use bases against Iran According to a Bloomberg report, Burnham has endorsed the […]
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Andy Burnham set to become UK Labour leader
Andy Burnham is set to become leader of Britain’s governing Labour Party on Friday, paving the way for him to replace Keir Starmer as the United Kingdom’s prime minister on Monday. Read More: Burnham in sight of Downing Street wins top UK union support Burnham, 56, is expected to secure overwhelming backing from Labour lawmakers during […]
Sadiq Khan appointed to UK House of Lords
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has been appointed to the House of Lords by outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer, joining 25 other new members of Parliament’s upper chamber ahead of the country’s change in leadership. Read More: Sadiq Khan receives knighthood from King Charles The appointments were confirmed on Thursday, just days before Starmer is scheduled […]
Wildfires spread across several parts of UK amid new heatwave
Wildfires continue to spread across several parts of the United Kingdom (UK) as authorities warn that another heatwave this week could significantly increase the risk of new fires, particularly in southern England. Read More: Europe heatwave kills over 1,300 people Firefighters remain engaged in efforts to contain multiple blazes that have intensified due to prolonged hot, dry […]
Starmer defends foreign affairs policy focus ahead of departure
Outgoing British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has defended the significant amount of time he devoted to foreign affairs during his tenure, arguing that his successor will face similar demands as global challenges continue to shape domestic priorities. Read More: Starmer may announce exit plan as Labour leadership pressure grow In an interview with the BBC, Starmer […]
UK to ban social media access for under-16s
LONDON: The UK government has announced plans to prohibit children under the age of 16 from accessing social media platforms, marking one of the most significant digital safety measures proposed in the country. Prime Minister Keir Starmer said the government intends to introduce restrictions preventing under-16s from using social media services, arguing that a complete […]
Higher Education in Pakistan: Lessons from India, the United Kingdom and the United States
Pakistan spends far less on higher education than India, the UK, and the USA. Pakistan’s annual higher education funding is around 300 million US$ (0.3 billion $) through the Higher Education Commission, while India spends 6 billion US $ on universities and research. The United Kingdom allocates more than £20 billion annually to higher education […]
Pakistan Army shines at military competition in UK
The Pakistan Army has secured a major international achievement after winning top honours at the International Pace Sticking Competition 2026 held at the Royal Military Academy (RMA) Sandhurst in the United Kingdom. Representing the country, the team from the Pakistan Military Academy (PMA) Kakul delivered an outstanding performance, earning first place overall and sweeping all […]
UK considers social media restrictions for under-16s
The UK government is considering new restrictions on social media use by children under the age of 16, with Prime Minister Keir Starmer expected to outline potential measures in a speech ahead of a key by-election later this month. Read More: UK plans stricter social media rules protect children online According to media reports, the proposal follows a […]
UK envoy recommends official online application routes only
British High Commissioner to Pakistan, Jane Marriott on Saturday cautioned against agents deceiving asylum seekers with false assurances of UK settlement and financial gain, stressing that genuine applicants must submit their applications only through official online systems, so that those who are truly eligible can apply safely and without being misled by illegal facilitators. While […]