FACTBOX - With Boris Johnson set to quit, how will a new UK PM be chosen?
Candidates putting themselves forward for the leadership, and there could be many, must be nominated by two other Conservative lawmakers.
Thu Jul 07 2022
On parliamentary sovereignty and our Constitution
It all depends on the actual political will of the government of the day - otherwise known as the Executive-sitting-in-Parliament.
Fri Jul 23 2021
UK admits to breaking EU treaty as top legal official quits
Britain is racing to agree a trade deal with Brussels as the clock ticks down to a crunch EU summit in mid-October.
Thu Sep 10 2020
Britain's Queen Elizabeth backs her son Charles to take on Commonwealth role
Britain's Queen Elizabeth said she hoped her son and heir Prince Charles would take on leadership of the Commonwealth, answering some who argue the position should be rotated around member states.
Thu Apr 19 2018
Britain expels 23 Russian diplomats over chemical attack on ex-spy
Russia, which has repeatedly denied any involvement in the nerve agent attack, said Britain should expect retaliation for its actions.
Wed Mar 14 2018
Two men charged with plotting to kill British PM
London's Metropolitan Police confirmed the arrest of the two men in an official statement without mentioning the intended victim of the plot foiled by anti-terrorism police.
Wed Dec 06 2017
Plot to kill UK PM Theresa May foiled: Sky News
Police believe that the plan was to launch some sort of improvised explosive device at the Prime Minister's residence at Downing Street and in the ensuing chaos to attack and kill Theresa May.
Wed Dec 06 2017
Britain's May replaces defence minister in growing harassment scandal
Just hours after Fallon resigned over past behaviour, May appointed Gavin Williamson, 41, a rising star in her ruling Conservative Party.
Fri Nov 03 2017
May wins Brexit reprieve, faces tough weeks ahead
British Prime Minister Theresa May won a modest reprieve in stalled Brexit talks Friday, with European Union leaders signalling their readiness to move the negotiations forward in the coming months.
Fri Oct 20 2017
'Ball in your court' - Britain, EU clash over next Brexit move
Theresa May made clear in a speech she delivered to parliament that she hoped her EU partners would make proposals at a new round of talks opening the way to the next stage of negotiations.
Tue Oct 10 2017
UK's May signals foreign minister Johnson could be sacked
The Sunday Times said it asked May about her plans for Johnson, who has professed loyalty but is accused by some of the prime minister's allies of undermining her by putting forward his own vision.
Mon Oct 09 2017
Prankster interrupts British PM May's keynote party speech
British comedian Simon Brodkin, who uses the stage name Lee Nelson, handed May a P45 letter as she gave her speech to Conservative supporters.
Thu Oct 05 2017
Under pressure, PM May says she can steer Britain through Brexit
May, who has faced calls from within her party to step down, wants to use the Conservatives' annual conference in the northern English city of Manchester this week to try to reset her agenda.
Mon Oct 02 2017
May calls for post-Brexit transition in single market
In a speech in a 14th century church in Florence, May spent much of the speech drawing on the similar values of Britain and the rest of the EU.
Fri Sep 22 2017
May seeks Florentine renaissance for deadlocked Brexit talks
Europe's capitals and boardrooms will be watching to see if May can offer enough to EU negotiators to persuade them to move talks forward, without angering eurosceptics in Britain.
Fri Sep 22 2017
Pro-Palestinian NGOs seek court order to stop Dutch arms exports to Israel
The Dutch state, as a signatory to the 1948 Genocide Convention, has a duty to take all reasonable measures at its disposal to prevent genocide.
Sat Nov 23 2024
How quickly can Trump's Musk-led efficiency panel slash US regulations?
Moves by Trump and his appointees to eliminate existing rules will be met with legal challenges, as many progressive groups and Democratic officials have made clear.
Sat Nov 23 2024
2TM: Consultations on PTPTN loans, admission to IPTA at MOHE booth
Consultations on PTPTN loans and admission to IPTA are among services provided at the Higher Education Ministry booth.
Sat Nov 23 2024
Kampung Tanjung Kala residents affected by flooded bridge every time it rains heavily
Almost 200 residents from 60 homes in Kampung Tanjung Kala have ended up stuck when their 200-metre (m) long concrete bridge flooded.
Sat Nov 23 2024
COP29 climate summit draft proposes rich countries pay $250 billion per year
The draft finance deal criticised by both developed and developing nations.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Bomb squad sent to London's Gatwick Airport after terminal evacuation
This was following the discovery of a suspected prohibited item in luggage.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Kelantan urges caution amidst northeast monsoon rains
Kelantan has reminded the public in the state to refrain from outdoor activities with the arrival of the Northeast Monsoon season.
Fri Nov 22 2024
Former New Zealand PM Jacinda Ardern receives UN leadership award
Former New Zealand prime minister Jacinda Ardern was given a global leadership award by the United Nations Foundation.
Fri Nov 22 2024
ICC'S arrest warrants for Netanyahu, Gallant an apt decision - PM
The decision of the ICC to issue arrest warrants against Benjamin Netanyahu and Yoav Gallant is apt, said Datuk Seri Anwar Ibrahim.
Fri Nov 22 2024
KTMB provides two additional ETS trains for Christmas, school holidays
KTMB will provide two additional ETS trains for the KL Sentral-Padang Besar route and return trips in conjunction with the holidays.
Fri Nov 22 2024