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UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now!

The Daily News Now!

From Westminster to Manchester, UK Today breaks down daily news across politics, culture, business, and sports. Get fast updates on British affairs.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:08

MI5 Warns of Chinese Espionage Targeting UK Parliament

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

MI Five warns of Chinese espionage targeting UK Parliament, naming two women as suspects. The agency alleges these individuals, Shirly Shen and Amanda Qiu, sent thousands of messages to parliamentarians and staff, aiming to extract sensitive information. The Labour partys perceived leniency towards China has made the UK a soft target. The women, posing as recruitment agencies, built extensive contacts within the government and Parliament over years. Dame Priti Patel and others expressed concern,

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1:33

Melania's Green Dress: Subtle Support for Saudi Crown...

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

First Lady Melania Trump hosted a dinner for Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, wearing an emerald green dress that matched Saudi Arabias flag, sparking controversy due to the Crown Princes links to Jamal Khashoggis killing and the September eleventh attacks. Meanwhile, President Trump faces pressure over releasing Jeffrey Epstein documents, with the Saudi visits timing potentially influencing the situation.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See

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1:53

Trump-MBS Reconciliation: Implications for Freedom &...

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Former President Trump and Saudi Crown Prince MBS reconcile, despite the latters alleged involvement in journalist Jamal Khashoggis assassination. The visit comes amidst financial ties, including a $2 billion investment in Kushners firm, and Saudi Arabias image-boosting campaigns. The situation raises concerns about freedom, censorship, and the impact on democratic values.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:56

Pre-Budget Politics: Eating Cake Before It's Baked

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Political parties react to unreleased budget, sparking pre-emptive debate and criticism, drawing comparisons to pre-cakeism.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:11

NHS Fails to Reduce Waiting Times Despite Billions

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

NHS Fails to Meet Waiting Time Targets Despite Billions in InvestmentThe public accounts committee warns that the NHS has not reduced waiting times as promised, despite significant investment. The committees report criticizes the Labour partys ability to fulfill their key promise of eighteen-week hospital care by 2029. The NHSs progress is questioned, with key targets missed and delays persisting. The committees findings contrast with the health secretarys positive assessment, potentially alarming

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1:51

Starmer's Labour Struggles with Public Services

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Keir Starmers government faces criticism for struggling to enhance public services, as per a new report from the Institute for Government. The report attributes this to a lack of strategic planning during Labours opposition period, leading to a chaotic first year and a decline in popularity. Starmer is urged to swiftly address this issue, as Labour has only made significant progress in improving childrens social services, with little to no improvement in other critical areas like healthcare and

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2:04

Neanderthals Kissed, Says New Study

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

New study suggests Neanderthals and early humans likely shared kisses, challenging perceptions of ancient past. Research indicates mouth-to-mouth contact was common among our ancient relatives, with shared biological markers and interbreeding evidence supporting this theory. The study defines kissing as friendly interactions involving direct mouth-to-mouth contact within the same species, tracing its origins back to the ancestors of large apes around 21.5 to 16.9 million years ago.The Daily News

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1:54

Ignored Coroner Reports: Maternal Deaths in England &...

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

New Study: Two-Thirds of Coroner Reports on Maternal Deaths in England and Wales IgnoredA study published in BMJ Gynecology and Obstetrics Clinical Medicine reveals that nearly two-thirds of coroner reports aimed at preventing future maternal deaths are ignored in England and Wales. The research, which looked at cases between 2013 and 2023, found that most maternal deaths occurred in hospitals, with common causes including severe bleeding, pregnancy complications, and suicide. Coroners frequently

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2:12

Northern Ireland Breast Cancer Patients Face Delayed...

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Doctors Concern: Women in Northern Ireland Face Delayed Breast Cancer DiagnosesA doctor in County Antrim expresses deep worry over women receiving delayed breast cancer treatment in Northern Ireland, following three patients in her practice who experienced eight-week waits for specialist appointments. Thirty-two patients in her practice were flagged as high priority within a five-month period this year, with nine still waiting, including one for over ten weeks. The doctor highlights that similar

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1:23

Epstein Files Bill Passes Congress, Trump to Sign

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

The Epstein Files Transparency Act, backed by Congress, is on President Trumps desk, aiming to release all Epstein-related DOJ documents. Despite concerns from Congressman Higgins, the bill passed swiftly. Meanwhile, Trump, who once resisted, now supports the release, hinting at potential implications for political opponents.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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2:06

FBI Accused of Sanitizing Epstein Files, Trump...

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Mark Epstein, brother of late sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, claims FBI removing Republican names from Epstein files, contradicts Trumps denials of visiting Epsteins home. Trump supports releasing Epstein files, despite ongoing investigation. Epsteins death remains a subject of controversy, with Mark Epstein questioning the official suicide ruling and implicating FBI Director Kash Patel in a cover-up.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for

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1:32

Patagonia Blizzard: 5 Die, 4 Rescued

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/19

Tragic Blizzard in Patagonia: Five Dead, Four Rescued in Torres del Paine ReserveThe Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:44

BBC Alters Scarecrows' Wedding for Anti-Smoking Message

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/18

The BBCs Christmas adaptation of The Scarecrows Wedding has altered a scene from the original book to avoid promoting smoking. Instead of a cigar, the animated Reginald will now be shown toasting marshmallows with a lighted match. Author Julia Donaldson expressed disappointment, as the smoking scene was meant to show Reginald in a negative light and highlight the dangers of smoking. However, the production company, Magic Light Pictures, informed Donaldson that Ofcom rules prohibit showing smoking in

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1:56

Sledgehammer Attack: Palestine Action Protester on Trial

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/18

Samuel Corner, a Palestine Action protester, stands trial for allegedly fracturing a police officers spine with a sledgehammer during a break-in at a Bristol weapons factory. The incident, part of a meticulously organized protest, resulted in extensive damage and injuries to security guards and police officers. Corner denies charges, including causing grievous bodily harm with intent. The trial continues, with jurors instructed to disregard personal views on the conflict in Gaza.The Daily News Now

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1:29

Marco Pierre White Jr. Jailed Again for Assault

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/18

Marco Pierre White Junior, son of a renowned chef, receives another prison sentence for assaulting a man in Bath, following a series of shoplifting incidents that caused significant damage. He has a history of drug addiction and thirty previous convictions. His actions have been deemed a campaign of dishonesty, leading to a total jail time of three years and ten months.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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1:33

Woman Pleads Guilty to Space Bank Fraud

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/18

Summer Worden, a former Air Force Intelligence officer, pleaded guilty to lying about her estranged astronaut wife, Anne McClain, accessing her bank account from space. Worden had initially claimed McClain guessed her password and accessed the account in 2019, but investigations revealed Worden had given McClain access in 2015 and never explicitly told her to stop. Worden now faces up to five years in prison and a fine of up to $250,000.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered

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1:46

Man Hit by Electric Bike, Unaware for Days

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/18

A man in Newport, Wales, was left with a severe concussion and facial cuts after being hit by an electric bike, but didnt discover the details until two days later. The incident, captured on a neighbors security camera, revealed the rider fleeing the scene, leaving the victim lying in the road. The man, who cant remember the collision or his sons birthday, is now urging people to consider the dangers of electric bikes.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See

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1:33

HP Seeks $1.7B from Lynch Estate

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/18

Hewlett Packard (HP) is pursuing $1.7 billion from the estate of Mike Lynch, former CEO of Autonomy, which HP acquired in 2011. HP alleges Lynch and Autonomys CFO misrepresented the companys finances, leading to an $8.8 billion write-down. Lynch passed away in 2021, but HP seeks compensation. A judge ruled in 2022 that HP would receive less than the $5 billion initially sought, with losses estimated at around $700 million. Lynchs estate argues the interest amount is excessive and should be allowed

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1:42

Scotland's Historic World Cup Qualification

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/18

Scotlands mens national football team secured a historic victory, qualifying for the World Cup for the first time since 1998. They achieved this feat with a thrilling 4-2 win over Denmark, securing their spot in the prestigious tournament after a dramatic finish with two stoppage-time goals. The match was filled with excitement, as Scotland took an early lead with a bicycle kick from Scott McTominay, but Denmark fought back, equalizing and even taking the lead. However, Scotland refused to give up,

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1:25

Scotland Secures World Cup Spot with Dramatic Win

UK News Today | 2 Min News | The Daily News Now! ·

2025/11/18

Scotlands historic World Cup qualification: A thrilling four-two victory over Denmark secures their first appearance in the tournament since 1998, with two injury-time goals sealing their automatic qualification.The Daily News Now! — Every city. Every story. AI-powered. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

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