Britain

Was Florida ruled by the Brits? Lost fortification may rewrite America's colonial past

The discovery provides tangible evidence of a British military presence in Florida during their brief occupation from 1763 to 1783.

How a Jewish quiz team brought hope to the UK amid rising antisemitism

For anyone feeling disheartened by the recent surge in antisemitism, let this be a reminder: It is not all doom and gloom.

By JONATHAN LIEBERMAN
29/03/2025

Under Keir Starmer, Britain is a friend of Israel

From the dark years of the Corbyn era, the prime minister has transformed the Labour Party to a place where Jews are welcome again.

By JON PEARCE
29/03/2025

Hi Auto to implement conversational AI system for meal ordering

The startup company will deploy its technology in the Popeyes fast-food restaurant chain in the UK.

By WALLA! TECH
28/03/2025

British Embassy hosts Scotch whisky trade event

The event was hosted by the UK's Ambassador to Israel, Simon Walters, and the UK’s Trade Commissioner for Europe, Chris Barton.

Ornate spears found in Iron Age hoard near Melsonby, North Yorkshire

Experts say the find challenges the belief that Iron Age wealth was limited to southern Britain.

Man who climbed Big Ben waving Palestinian flag comes down after 16 hours

A Met Police spokesperson said: "At 7.24am on Saturday March 8 officers were alerted to a man climbing up the Elizabeth Tower at the Houses of Parliament."

Marchers on the far-right are seen in London, Britain, on October 26, 2024

British neo-Nazis planned attack as part of 'race war', prosecutors say

The trio are each charged with two counts of collecting information which may be useful to someone preparing an act of terrorism.

By REUTERS
05/03/2025

Study reveals workings of British Starfish decoy sites that mislead WWII Luftwaffe attacks

Researchers uncover World War II decoy sites designed to divert German bombers from industrial targets in North Staffordshire.

Re-evaluation of 2nd century Colchester vase fleshes out Roman-era gladiator fights in Britain

An inscription on the vase names gladiators Memnon and Valentinus, suggesting it commemorates a real combat event in Colchester.

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