Met Office chief meteorologist issues extreme weather warning: 'None of this is good news' Ian Lisk from the UK’s national meteorological service warned that ’normal weather’ is a thing of the past The Independent UK · Oct 14
Her Son’s Wife by Dorothy Canfield Fisher finds profound meaning and emotion in domestic life UK publisher Persephone Books are continuing to reintroduce “lost” 20th century novels by women to the 21st century, featuring what they term “domestic feminism”. The Conversation · Oct 14
In 1924, an amateur palaeontologist found a fossil in the UK that remained unstudied for years. Now a century later, scientists say it's a new dinosaur species A recently identified dinosaur species named Invictibellatrix amberina was discovered on the Isle of Wight. The discovery marks the first evidence of megaraptorans in Europe, dated to about 120 million years ago. The dinosaur is believed to have hunted small prey and measured three to four metres in length. Researchers… The Economic Times · Oct 14
UK economy predicted to decline ahead of Budget It comes after the UK economy grew by 0.4% in July, amid a boost from AI investment. Evening Standard · Oct 14
What are the Rosebank and Jackdaw oil and gas fields – and will they lower UK energy bills? IN FULL The Independent UK · Oct 14
A record-breaking El Niño is still developing – likely bringing a cold winter to the UK The UK could be in for a wet and stormy autumn followed by a colder, calmer winter – and an unusually powerful El Niño may be partly responsible. The Conversation · Oct 14
Best cricket betting sites: Top 5 cricket bookmakers in 2026 Our pick of the best cricket betting sites for 2026, covering the markets and tournaments that matter most to UK bettors Evening Standard · Oct 14
Sally Rooney’s books withdrawn from UK over her support of Palestine Action The author has been vocal in her support of the group, which was banned in July 2025 The Independent UK · Oct 14
Sally Rooney’s support for Palestine Action prompts UK book withdrawal The Irish author has been vocal in her support of the group, which was banned in July 2025 Evening Standard · Oct 14
Guy Clears Out $30K of Debt On A $31K Salary, Claims It Was All Thanks To The “Avalanche Method” A man in the UK amassed a big debt as a student. But his full time job wasn't enough to pay it. So he decided to implement three major changes in his life, and in 18 months, he was debt-free. The full story is in the article. Bored Panda · Oct 14
Andy Burnham says decision on Rosebank and Jackdaw coming ‘shortly’. But will it lower UK energy bills? The controversial Rosebank and Jackdaw fields were given the green light in 2022 and 2023, but the plans were later ruled as being ‘unlawfully approved’ The Independent UK · Oct 14
Meghan is ‘reading a lot of scripts’ and public appearances will be rare The Duchess of Sussex is preparing to carry out her first joint engagements with the Duke of Sussex on Thursday since their return to the UK. Evening Standard · Oct 14
‘Middle powers’ grapple with new survival strategies under Trump era Middle-power countries like India, Canada, and the UK are navigating a transformed global landscape. They face challenges from supply chain disruptions caused by geopolitical tensions and competition between superpowers. Leaders at the New Economy Forum emphasized the importance of collaboration among these nations for mutual benefits. Strategies discussed included diversifying… The Economic Times · Oct 14
Sally Rooney books to no longer be sold in UK amid Palestine Action support BESTSELLING Irish author Sally Rooney’s books will no longer be supplied in the UK by her publisher after UK anti-terror legislation left it unable to pass on earnings from sales of her work The National (Scotland) · Oct 14
The Independent UK · Oct 14 UK issues strongest travel warning for huge part of Venezuela – see full map IN FULL
The Independent UK · Oct 14 Sally Rooney says she can no longer publish work in UK over Palestine Action support ‘Normal People’ author said that publishing her work in the UK could now ‘constitute a serious criminal offence’
The Independent UK · Oct 14 UK issues ‘do not travel’ warning to Venezuela. Here’s everything you need to know The Foreign, Commonwealth and Development Office has placed huge parts of Venezuela under its strictest travel warning. Here’s why
The Guardian - UK · Oct 14 Closer EU trade ties greater prize for UK than making separate deals, minister says Exclusive: Douglas Alexander, on trade delegation to India, talks up economic benefits of joint trading arrangements with Europe
International Business Times UK · Oct 14 UK COVID Cases Rise as XFG 'American Covid' Variant Spreads in Hospitals COVID-19 activity is increasing in the UK as the XFG variant circulates, but UKHSA says there is no evidence it causes more severe illness or that compulsory isolation has returned.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 14 Excluding UK from ‘Made in Europe’ law will hurt entire EU car industry, Mercedes boss warns Ola Källenius says it will ‘weaken the industry on both sides’ ahead of act intended to counter non-EU competition
Evening Standard · Oct 14 AI has caused ‘very good’ disruption to job market, recruiter boss says The chief executive of recruitment agency Robert Walters said the growing use of AI has boosted companies’ demand for workers.
The Guardian - UK · Oct 14 Uber begins self-driving robotaxi trial in Manchester Company hails first step in rolling out technology across UK as first autonomous vehicles take to city’s streets
The Guardian - UK · Oct 14 Sally Rooney says she can no longer sell books in UK due to Palestine Action support Irish writer of Normal People says she can no longer receive royalties from British sales and she cancelled UK trip due to fear of arrest
International Business Times UK · Oct 14 Impending Super El Niño: What Could It Mean for Your Next Grocery Bills? A super El Niño could raise UK grocery prices in 2027 if poor harvests hit several major food-producing regions, although the scale of any impact remains uncertain.