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Some employers plan to drop coverage of GLP-1 weight loss drugs in 2027 as usage rises, despite lower prices for medications like Novo Nordisk’s Zepbound and Eli Lilly’s Foundayo. Rapid adoption of GLP-1 drugs in the U.K. has reduced annual grocery spending by $1 billion, with 6.3% of households now including at least one user.

U.S. AI companies Anthropic and OpenAI are expanding in London, which has become a key growth target for leading AI firms. The U.K. capital is attracting major investments from global AI organizations.

European countries are taking divergent approaches to drug pricing, with the U.K. adopting industry-friendly policies under pressure from pharma companies and the Trump administration, while Germany proposes spending cuts and higher fees for the industry amid health budget deficits.

The Biden administration initiated a 2022 study on alcohol consumption effects with international researchers from the U.S., Canada, and the U.K. The Trump administration later blocked the publication of the study's results.

AMD is investing £2 billion over five years to develop AI supercomputers in the U.K., including new systems at Cambridge and partnerships with Imperial College London. The commitment focuses on advancing AI research and infrastructure.

Dates are gaining popularity in the U.S. and U.K. as a healthier alternative to ultra-processed snacks, with U.S. sales rising 33% in 2025 and projected to reach $1.6 billion by 2034. Social media trends and health benefits, such as improved gut health and natural sweetness, drive demand, while the Middle East and Africa remain the largest market for dates.

A China-linked cybercrime group named TA4922 has expanded its phishing attacks to target organizations in the U.K., Germany, Italy, and South Africa. The group employs malware families such as ValleyRAT (Winos 4.0) and Atlas RAT (AtlasCross RAT) in its operations.

Three boys convicted of rape were allowed to walk free, sparking fury and debate in the U.K. One victim was raped by two boys in an underpass after meeting one for a date in November 2024.

The murder of 18-year-old Henry Nowak in southern England has sparked a debate in the U.K. over race and 'white grievance,' despite his family's calls to avoid racial division. Far-right and populist figures have exploited the tragedy.

Hundreds protested in Southampton, U.K., over the death of 18-year-old student Henry Nowak, who was handcuffed by police after being stabbed. His killer falsely accused him of a racist attack.

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer faces more embarrassment with the release of files about former U.K. ambassador to Washington Peter Mandelson. The files are described as bringing additional challenges for Starmer.

Hundreds of documents are due out Monday regarding Peter Mandelson, a former ambassador, due to his connections with Jeffrey Epstein. The U.K. is preparing for the release of these files.

The U.K. has blocked visits by left-wing commentators Cenk Uygur and Hasan Piker. Hasan Piker was present at Web Summit Vancouver on May 13.

Russian intelligence agencies are intensifying efforts to steal Western technology and defense secrets amid sanctions, using fake companies, cyber spies, and middlemen. Targets include advanced machinery, dual-use technology, and research in areas like space, quantum, and Arctic technologies, with specific focus on Sweden's defense industry and Finland's security sectors.

Kenneth Law, a poison seller, pleaded guilty to abetting suicides in Ontario. He will not face prosecution for similar incidents in the U.K.

Aave Labs has obtained FCA cryptoasset registration in the U.K. for its Push subsidiaries, enabling zero-fee fiat on-ramps. The company secured dual UK licenses for regulated crypto payments infrastructure through its local subsidiary.

The U.K. broke a century-old temperature record twice in 24 hours as a severe spring heat wave hit Western Europe, prompting government warnings about life-threatening risks.

British police are not investigating a recent explosion that killed two people as a terror incident, despite officials raising the U.K.'s terrorism threat level. The incident occurred on Sunday, but authorities have not linked it to terrorism.

Keith Black, chair of the Jewish Leadership Council, discusses his reaction to an antisemitic stabbing attack in London with CBS News as the U.K. raises its terrorism threat level.

King Charles III presented U.S. President Donald Trump with a bell from the U.K. naval ship HMS Trump during a diplomatic exchange. The HMS Trump was a 19th-century Royal Navy vessel, and the gift symbolizes historical ties between the U.K. and the U.S.

The U.K. ambassador to the U.S., Sir Christian Turner, expressed 'very confident' assurance of security for King Charles and Queen Camilla during their upcoming White House visit. He emphasized that the royal couple will receive 'very best security' measures.

The U.K. energy secretary claims the Iran war signals the end of fossil fuel security, while President Trump urges the U.K. to increase oil drilling in the North Sea.

The UK energy secretary claims the era of fossil fuel security is over, as President Trump encourages increased oil drilling in the North Sea.

A military truck overturned on a highway in the United Kingdom. Details about casualties or the cause of the incident were not provided in the report.

U.K. police are investigating an arson attack on a building that previously housed a Jewish charity. No injuries were reported in connection with the incident, according to a police statement released Saturday.

U.K. police are investigating an arson attack on a building that previously housed a Jewish charity. No injuries were reported in the incident.

Tyler Robert Buchanan, a 24-year-old from Scotland, pleaded guilty in a California federal court to a hacking scheme that resulted in the theft of $8 million. The case highlights a cybercrime involving unauthorized access to financial systems.

A series of Atlanta-area attacks killed two women, including a Homeland Security employee, and critically injured a man. The suspect, Olaolukitan Adon Abel, a U.K.-native granted U.S. citizenship in 2022, is charged with multiple counts. Homeland Security Secretary Markwayne Mullin expressed concerns about Abel's criminal history.

A knife attack in the U.K. that killed three girls was found to potentially have been prevented by an inquiry. The incident triggered nationwide riots and is described as one of the most shocking acts of violence in recent British history.

A hacker redirected a payment intended for a contractor, stealing £700,000 from a U.K. energy company. The breach highlights vulnerabilities in payment redirection processes.