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Musk's British outbursts spark backlash

A gross misjudgment based on incorrect information. That is the British Health Minister Wes Streeting's assessment of tech billionaire Elon Musk's outburst about Prime Minister Keir Starmer.

Musk's British outbursts spark backlash

More and more migrants are crossing the English Channel

The number of migrants who attempted to cross the English Channel from France to the United Kingdom increased sharply in 2024 compared to the previous year. .

More and more migrants are crossing the English Channel

Now he can call himself Sir Stephen Fry

The actor and comedian Stephen Fry has been knighted by the British king. Also, the actors Carey Mulligan and Sarah Lancashire, known from the TV series "Happy Valley", receive awards.

Now he can call himself Sir Stephen Fry

The teenager went from unknown to superstar

For just over a year ago, he was an unknown British 16-year-old who lived at home with his parents. Then Luke Littler made it to the World Championship final in darts.

The teenager went from unknown to superstar

Closer to British law on active euthanasia

The British parliament has voted for a first step towards legalizing active euthanasia in England and Wales. However, the road is still long to a final yes.

Closer to British law on active euthanasia

Starmer invited to EU meeting

Five years after the United Kingdom left the EU, the country's Prime Minister Keir Starmer will be welcomed to an EU summit again. .

Starmer invited to EU meeting

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk to Sweden – to prepare EU for Trump

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk has taken on the leadership role to prepare the EU for a new period with Donald Trump as the USA's president. When Nordic and Baltic prime ministers meet at Harpsund this week, Tusk sits at the table.

Poland's Prime Minister Donald Tusk to Sweden – to prepare EU for Trump

Crack in G20 Meeting Already Before Opening

World leaders arrived at the G20 countries' summit in Brazil, which began with informal talks. But the meeting in Rio de Janeiro was hit by a setback even before the formal start, as Argentina chose to boycott the initiative against global hunger that the host country had hoped for.

Crack in G20 Meeting Already Before Opening

Starmer wants to reduce emissions even more

The United Kingdom is to attempt to reduce greenhouse gas emissions by 81 percent compared to 1990 levels, says Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The hope is that the goal will be achieved by 2035.

Starmer wants to reduce emissions even more

The appeal to Iran: Avoid revenge attack

The USA is urging Iran not to respond to Israel's air strikes, and the EU wants the parties to exercise restraint. Saudi Arabia condemns the attack and says that an escalation of the conflict threatens the security of the entire region.

The appeal to Iran: Avoid revenge attack

Biden and allies pledge continued Ukraine support

USA, Germany, France, and the United Kingdom promise to continue supporting Ukraine and condemn "Russia's ongoing war of aggression". .

Biden and allies pledge continued Ukraine support

The Music World's Sorrow: "Extremely Tragic"

Liam Gallagher, Mabel, Ronnie Wood and Charlie Puth are some of all the artists and friends who mourn Liam Payne. Even the UK's Prime Minister expresses himself.

The Music World's Sorrow: "Extremely Tragic"

Biden to Berlin for talks on Ukraine

The President of the USA, Joe Biden, is expected to travel to Germany next week, according to American government sources. The visit is planned for Friday and will only last one day – but Biden's trip is still considered significant since a previously planned trip had to be cancelled due to Hurricane Milton's approach.

Biden to Berlin for talks on Ukraine

Starmer First in Line in Zelensky's Tour

Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyj is going on a lightning visit to the United Kingdom, France, Italy, and Germany for individual meetings with the countries' leaders. .

Starmer First in Line in Zelensky's Tour

Starmer's Chief of Staff Resigns

Sue Gray, disputed chief of staff to Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer, is leaving. .

Starmer's Chief of Staff Resigns

Starmer pays for his Taylor Swift tickets

Keir Starmer is crawling to the cross and paying for some of the gifts he received since he became British Prime Minister in July - including tickets to see Taylor Swift. .

Starmer pays for his Taylor Swift tickets

After Brexit – a new start between the EU and the UK

The EU and the UK have agreed on regular summits and "strengthened cooperation" after Brexit. A fresh start in relations is promised – but how remains unclear.

After Brexit – a new start between the EU and the UK

The Tributes Pour In: "A National Treasure"

An icon with a sharp tongue, great charm, and fantastic humor. The praise for actress Maggie Smith is pouring in.

The Tributes Pour In: "A National Treasure"

Zelensky at the UN: Fears Attack on Nuclear Power Plant

Ukraine's president was both composed and sharp when he held his speech before the UN General Assembly. He warned of a nuclear power catastrophe in Ukraine as he began his speech in the UN General Assembly.

Zelensky at the UN: Fears Attack on Nuclear Power Plant

Setback for Starmer at the party congress

The UK's Prime Minister Keir Starmer gets a rebuke from his own party colleagues at Labour's congress, where his plan to withdraw a benefit for around ten million pensioners was voted down. The contribution to heating homes during the winter has previously applied to all pensioners, but Starmer now wants to means-test the contribution and direct it to the poorer pensioners.

Setback for Starmer at the party congress

Storm around Starmer's received gifts

Less than three months after being elected on the promise to restore trust in politics, British Prime Minister Keir Starmer is trying to shake off a criticism storm – which concerns his acceptance of gifts from a wealthy businessman and long-time Labour donor. .

Storm around Starmer's received gifts

Increased concern over Russian support for Iranian nuclear weapons

The USA's and the UK's concern is increasing that Russia will help Iran with secret information and technology to build their own nuclear weapons. .

Increased concern over Russian support for Iranian nuclear weapons

Kiev: Terror originates from Russian weapon depots

Kiev reiterates its appeal to Western countries to allow Ukrainian attacks on Russian targets with long-range drones. Russian terror begins in weapon depots, airfields, and military bases deep inside Russia, says presidential adviser Andrij Jermak.

Kiev: Terror originates from Russian weapon depots

No Messages About Long-Range Weapons Against Russia

It is still unclear whether Ukraine will get the green light to use donated long-range weapons against targets deep inside Russia. The discussions are expected to continue in connection with the UN General Assembly next week.

No Messages About Long-Range Weapons Against Russia