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Great Britain

Island nation
The United Kingdom of Great Britain and Northern Ireland is an island country located in Northwestern Europe. Its total area is over 244 thousand square kilometers, and its population in 2025 is 69.55 million people. The capital of the state is London, one of the world's leading commercial, financial, and cultural centers. The United Kingdom is a constitutional monarchy and a parliamentary democracy with a developed economy, ranking among the largest in the world by nominal GDP.
2002
Britain celebrated Queen Elizabeth II's Golden Jubilee
2008
A nationwide HPV vaccination program for girls was introduced
2012
London hosted the Olympic and Paralympic Games
2014
In a referendum, Scotland voted to remain part of the United Kingdom
2014
Same-sex marriage became legal in England, Wales, and Scotland
2019
Abortion was decriminalized in Northern Ireland
2024
The last coal-fired power plant was closed
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Air war between Israel and Iran enters second week as Europe pushes diplomacy

European officials are trying to bring Iran back to the negotiating table, and the United States is considering its decision on the conflict within two weeks. The situation remains dangerous, but there is a window for a diplomatic solution.

News of the World • June 20, 06:22 AM • 3691 views
The Cold War is returning: nuclear powers are strengthening their arsenals - SIPRI

SIPRI report shows growing global tensions and regional conflicts. The nuclear stockpile has increased, and disarmament is becoming less attainable.

War in Ukraine • June 19, 05:38 PM • 4515 views
Real estate owned by parents, relatives in the Russian Federation, and ties to organized crime – what is known about NABU officers and prosecutors competing for the position of BBEP Director

The competition for the position of the BBR director is ongoing. Among the main candidates are representatives of NABU and prosecutors who have questionable connections, hidden property, and conflicts of interest. Details regarding their biographies and potential problems have been revealed.

Politics • June 19, 12:44 PM • 160130 views
The conflict between Iran and Israel simultaneously creates problems and prospects for Russia – British intelligence

Tensions between Israel and Iran present both challenges and opportunities for Russia. The Russian Federation may use this to shift the world's attention away from its aggression against Ukraine. At the same time, the escalation could affect the supply of weapons from Tehran to Moscow.

News of the World • June 19, 12:39 PM • 2898 views
Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom's friend sharply commented on rumors of the couple's breakup

Rumors about a breakup between singer Katy Perry and actor Orlando Bloom are gaining momentum. The couple, engaged since 2019, is experiencing serious difficulties, as evidenced by statements from close friends and Perry's absence of her engagement ring.

Society • June 19, 12:09 PM • 3544 views
Documents for construction can be submitted through "Diya" - Ministry of Development

The government has allowed the submission of notifications on the commencement of construction work and the completion of private houses through the "Diya" application.

Society • June 19, 08:30 AM • 2958 views
DPRK Receives Help from Russians, While Iran Remains Without Benefit – Bloomberg

North Korea is supplying Russia with weapons and soldiers, receiving modern technologies and resources in return. Iran, which provides drones, does not see mutual benefit, remaining vulnerable to attacks.

Politics • June 19, 06:34 AM • 3667 views
European diplomats will hold talks with Iran on the nuclear program in Geneva - Reuters

The Foreign Ministers of Germany, France, and Great Britain, as well as the head of EU diplomacy, will hold talks with Iran in Geneva. The main goal is to guarantee the use of the nuclear program exclusively for civilian purposes.

News of the World • June 18, 09:08 PM • 17759 views
Scientists have found a way to fight bacteria with plastic

Researchers have developed microscopic mazes on plastic surfaces that block the formation of bacterial biofilms and prevent their reproduction. The discovery may prevent infections and reduce the need for antibiotics.

Health • June 18, 11:21 AM • 2799 views
Volodymyr Gorbulin: Ukraine has the moral right to create nuclear weapons in alliance with European countries

Volodymyr Gorbulin believes that Ukraine has the moral right to review the Budapest Memorandum and create nuclear weapons with European partners due to Russian aggression. He proposes to join efforts with Western European countries.

Politics • June 18, 08:18 AM • 3480 views
Spotify founder invests €600 million in company supplying drones to Ukraine

Daniel Ek has invested significant funds in the German defense startup Helsing, which, among other things, supplies strike drones for the needs of Ukraine. Helsing has contracts with the governments of several countries.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 02:25 AM • 5178 views
Zelenskyy discussed with the President of the World Bank Group the losses of Ukraine from Russian strikes and reconstruction projects

Volodymyr Zelenskyy discussed with Ajay Banga assistance in calculating Ukraine's losses from Russian strikes and the reintegration of soldiers. They also paid attention to the development of energy.

Politics • June 18, 01:53 AM • 3256 views
Zelenskyy summed up his trip to Canada: We have concrete decisions

G7 countries are ready to increase military support for Ukraine and rebuild the country together after the war. There will also be new sanctions against the Russian Federation, which fuels the war.

War in Ukraine • June 18, 12:51 AM • 4238 views
Merz and Macron spoke in favor of strengthening sanctions pressure on Russia

The leaders of France and Germany stressed the need to increase pressure on Russia to achieve an immediate ceasefire in Ukraine. Canada and Britain have already imposed new sanctions against the Russian Federation.

Politics • June 18, 12:37 AM • 2991 views
Zelenskyy discussed with the Prime Minister of Japan assistance to Ukraine and countering the common threat from the Russian Federation, North Korea, and Iran

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Shigeru Ishiba, thanking him for his support and discussing cooperation in the defense industry. Japan has already provided Ukraine with assistance worth over 12 billion dollars.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 11:13 PM • 3276 views
Zelenskyy discussed Ukraine's expectations from the NATO summit in The Hague with Rutte

Volodymyr Zelenskyy met with Mark Rutte to coordinate ahead of the NATO summit. They discussed the needs of Ukrainian soldiers, especially in air defense systems.

Politics • June 17, 10:02 PM • 3003 views
Zelensky discussed strengthening sanctions against the Russian Federation with Keir Starmer

The President of Ukraine met with the Prime Minister of Britain, discussing sanctions against Russia and strengthening Ukraine's air defense. He thanked Britain for its support in ending the war.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 08:22 PM • 3761 views
Europe is preparing tougher sanctions against Russia - Macron

G7 leaders have made progress on Ukraine and are preparing to strengthen sanctions against Russia. The EU is preparing tougher sanctions than the US, in close coordination with Canada, Japan and the UK.

Politics • June 17, 07:45 PM • 2983 views
The European Commission proposes measures to help accelerate investment in defense in the EU

The European Commission is proposing measures to accelerate investment and production in defense. This should make the EU more prepared for security challenges and reduce bureaucracy.

News of the World • June 17, 03:07 PM • 3988 views
Investigation of the plane crash in India: investigators are studying black boxes in search of the causes of the tragedy

India is investigating the Boeing 787-8 crash that killed 270 people. Both black boxes have been found, experts are studying the records to establish the causes of the tragedy.

News of the World • June 17, 01:45 PM • 3355 views
Unique printing of body parts: for the first time in Britain, 3D scanning and printing allowed a person to regain their face after an accident

For the first time in Britain, 3D printing was used to restore the face of a man who was injured in a car accident. The Bristol 3D Medical Center helped him return to normal life by making prostheses.

Health • June 17, 12:50 PM • 3266 views
Kim Jong-un decided to send thousands of sappers and military builders to rebuild the Kursk region

North Korea will send a thousand sappers and five thousand military construction workers to the Kursk region. The decision was made by Kim Jong-un, Shoigu reported.

War in Ukraine • June 17, 12:04 PM • 4790 views
Trump leaves G7 summit early - White House

Donald Trump is cutting short his participation in the G7 summit in Canada and returning to Washington. The decision is related to the escalation of the situation in the Middle East and the need for urgent consultations.

Politics • June 17, 01:27 AM • 6010 views
In Britain, a painless alternative to biopsy has been created - a nanoplaster for cancer diagnostics

In Britain, a painless nanoplaster has been developed for cancer diagnostics. It collects a "molecular fingerprint" of cells without damaging tissues, unlike traditional biopsy.

Health • June 16, 06:22 PM • 5138 views
Trump Meets German Chancellor Merz on Sidelines of G7 Summit

The US President held a meeting with the German Chancellor on the sidelines of the G7 summit in Canada. Trump also planned to hold talks with the Prime Minister of Canada and the United Kingdom.

News of the World • June 16, 05:16 PM • 4524 views
Trump will hold an informal meeting with German Minister Merz on the sidelines of the G7 summit - ApNews

Donald Trump will meet with German Chancellor Friedrich Merz on the sidelines of the G7 summit. In addition to a personal meeting with the Prime Minister of Canada, a bilateral meeting is planned with the involvement of assistants from both leaders.

News of the World • June 16, 04:47 PM • 3692 views
Trump: Trade agreement between the US and Canada is achievable, but there are disagreements

US President Donald Trump has stated that a trade agreement with Canada is achievable. He noted that he and Canadian Prime Minister Marc Carney have different approaches to its conclusion.

News of the World • June 16, 04:31 PM • 3846 views
Trump met with the Canadian Prime Minister on the sidelines of the G7 summit

US President Donald Trump began the G7 summit with a meeting with the Prime Minister of Canada. The day before, there was an informal conversation between the G7 leaders regarding the war between Israel and Iran.

News of the World • June 16, 03:51 PM • 3857 views
COVID has a new Nimbus strain: doctors warn of a "very painful" symptom

The new COVID Nimbus strain (NB. 1.8.1) is spreading rapidly around the world. Doctors say it has a distinctive symptom - severe sore throat, known as a "razor blade sensation".

COVID-19 • June 16, 02:03 PM • 5266 views
G7 Leaders Gather for Summit Opening in Canada: Video

A G7 summit is taking place in the Canadian province of Alberta. European leaders are already on the ground, and Trump's plane has also landed. An informal meeting of G7 leaders has taken place.

Politics • June 16, 01:35 PM • 3022 views