Streets named after birds in Britain on rise as species’ populations plummet

UK ministers are working towards finalizing a youth mobility scheme with the EU by the end of 2026, which would allow tens of thousands of young British and European citizens to live and work in each other's countries. This initiative is part of a broader effort to reset Britain's relationship with Europe following its exit from the EU six years ago.

Record heat and drought in 2025 have resulted in an estimated £800 million loss for UK arable farmers, marking one of the worst harvests on record. This situation has raised concerns among farmers about their ability to sustain their livelihoods in an increasingly volatile climate.

Thames Water is currently engaged in crisis talks with lenders, which are taking longer than anticipated and may extend into 2026, raising concerns about the company's potential collapse into government control. Despite reporting a profit of £414 million for the six months ending in September, the utility company is grappling with significant debt and material uncertainty.

NATO Secretary-General Mark Rutte emphasized the need for the alliance to equip Ukraine with the necessary tools to safeguard its sovereignty during a meeting of NATO and EU foreign ministers. This statement follows a UN General Assembly resolution urging Russia to return Ukrainian children and coincides with a new defense pact announced by Britain and Norway.