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Syria, UK Restore Diplomatic Ties
MENAFN
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July 6, 2025
(MENAFN) Syria and the United Kingdom have officially restored diplomatic relations, as confirmed on Saturday, following British Foreign Secretary David Lammy’s visit to Damascus. Both nations released statements affirming the new chapter in their...
EU prevents UK from becoming part of pan-European trade network
MENAFN
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July 6, 2025
(MENAFN) The European Union has rejected the United Kingdom’s attempt to join the Pan-Euro-Mediterranean (PEM) convention, a trade framework designed to simplify tariffs and rules of origin among 20 countries, Financial Times reported on...
UK introduces regulations to limit illegal content online
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) Tech platforms may soon be required to stop illegal content from spreading rapidly and to restrict features like virtual gifts or recordings during children’s livestreams, as part of enhanced online safety proposals introduced by the UK...
British foreign security acknowledges Turkey’s role in pushing regional stability
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) British Foreign Secretary David Lammy acknowledged Türkiye's significant role in promoting regional stability and pushing for peace in the Russia-Ukraine conflict during a visit to Ankara on Monday. He emphasized Türkiye’s proactive...
Bank of England's Plan to Revamp Pound Banknotes Sparks Backlash
MENAFN
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July 6, 2025
(MENAFN) The Bank of England's (BoE) initiative to revamp pound banknotes with a focus on diversity has sparked strong opposition from politicians and members of the public, who are criticizing the plan as an example of "wokery." On Wednesday, the...
Shaligram Infotech, A Trusted Microsoft Partner In India, Marks 10 Years With Rebranding And Expanded Global Focus
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 17, 2025
AHMEDABAD, India, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Shaligram Infotech, a trusted Microsoft Partner and a leading IT solutions provider based in India marked the completion of its 10 years of industry presence with a proper and effective...
UK Police Initiate Criminal Investigation into ‘Death to the IDF’ Chant
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) British authorities announced on Monday that a criminal investigation has been initiated into Bob Vylan’s performance at the Glastonbury Festival over controversial chants made by the band’s frontman. The investigation follows a review of...
UK Police Opens Probe into Glastonbury Performance
MENAFN
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July 1, 2025
(MENAFN) British law enforcement authorities announced on Monday that they have commenced a formal criminal investigation into the rap-punk group Bob Vylan, following their contentious appearance at the Glastonbury Music Festival over the weekend....
Elderly Priest Gets Arrested in UK
MENAFN
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July 6, 2025
(MENAFN) An 83-year-old retired clergyman was taken into custody on Saturday for violating a recently enacted prohibition targeting the activist organization Palestine Action. The incident has sparked widespread outrage and raised serious concerns...
The HealthAI Global Regulatory Network Welcomes The United Kingdom as Its First Member Country
EIN Presswire
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June 24, 2025
As part of HealthAI’s GRN, the UK’s MHRA will help shape international rules for AI in healthcare, speeding up access to safe tech in the NHS and worldwide. LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, June 24, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- HealthAI - The Global Agency...
FibreCoat develops new ‘stealth’ fibre reinforced composite, capable of making assets invisible to radar
EIN Presswire
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July 16, 2025
The new fibre reinforced composite goes well beyond traditional radar-shielding technology by absorbing, rather than reflecting, radar waves. LONDON, LONDON, UNITED KINGDOM, July 16, 2025 /EINPresswire.com/ -- FibreCoat, a world leader in...
UK MHRA Approval Received for First-In-Human Trial of Rincell-1, a First-In-Class Regenerative Cell Therapy for Sensorineural Hearing Loss
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 1, 2025
Sheffield, July 01, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- UK MHRA Approval Received for First-In-Human Trial of Rincell-1, a First-In-Class Regenerative Cell Therapy for Sensorineural Hearing Loss Rincell-1 addresses a multi $Bn global market opportunity where...
Inquiry indicates British committed ‘genocide’ against Aboriginal Australians
MENAFN
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July 6, 2025
(MENAFN) A landmark inquiry in the Australian state of Victoria has concluded that British colonizers committed genocide against Aboriginal populations during the 19th century. The Yoorrook Justice Commission, established in 2021 to investigate...
Lightchain AI Confirms July 2025 Mainnet Launch, Introducing Decentralized AI Infrastructure
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 16, 2025
SHREWSBURY, United Kingdom, July 16, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Lightchain AI a decentralized infrastructure protocol focused on artificial intelligence, has confirmed the launch of its mainnet in July 2025. This milestone marks a significant step...
UK Wastes Twenty Years Hunting for Russian Mole
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) British intelligence operatives pursued a suspected Russian informant within MI6 for over twenty years, but ultimately discontinued the effort due to a lack of conclusive findings, a news agency has disclosed, referencing unnamed...
UK Lawmakers Urge Visa Initiative for Palestinians with British Relatives
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A significant group of British legislators urged Prime Minister Keir Starmer on Monday to swiftly implement a visa program enabling Palestinians in Gaza with relatives in the UK to find shelter in Britain. The appeal, made by a diverse...
British F-35 jet taken down in southern India
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A British F-35B Lightning II stealth fighter jet has been grounded at Thiruvananthapuram Airport in southern India following an emergency landing on Saturday. The aircraft, which is part of the HMS Prince of Wales Carrier Strike Group,...
UK Lawmakers Urge PM to Establish Gaza Family Visa Program
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) A coalition of 67 British lawmakers is calling on Prime Minister Keir Starmer to urgently establish a visa program for Palestinians in Gaza who have relatives in the UK. These MPs and members of the House of Lords are urging the...
Centre for Information Policy Leadership Announces Agreement with Stephen Almond to Join as Vice President of Policy and Consulting
GlobeNewswire, Inc.
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July 17, 2025
London, July 17, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- The Centre for Information Policy Leadership (CIPL), a global data and privacy think tank founded in 2001 by leading companies and Hunton Andrews Kurth LLP, has announced that Stephen Almond will join as...
UK law enforcement investigates ‘death to IDF’ chants at Glastonbury concert
MENAFN
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June 30, 2025
(MENAFN) Police in the UK have launched an investigation following controversial anti-Israel chants during a performance at the Glastonbury music festival. The incident has drawn strong condemnation from the Israeli Embassy and UK government...