United Kingdom

The UK government has unveiled new legislation to regulate the growing crypto-asset industry, Jurist News reported citing Finance Minister Rachel Reeves. This move follows FCA research showing that 12% of UK adults—about 7 million people—own crypto-assets. Currently, crypto businesses are…

A major international survey, the Global Flourishing Study, has ranked the UK 20th out of 22 countries in terms of “human flourishing,” raising concerns about the nation’s wellbeing, especially among young people, The Guardian reported. The study, conducted over five…

Sotheby’s London hosted the Arts of the Islamic World & India auction today, featuring 181 lots from diverse cultures and periods, The Value reported. The sale highlights the rich artistic heritage spanning from Spain to Syria. Among the top lots…

The UK experienced its hottest day of the year so far on Tuesday, with temperatures reaching 24.9°C in Ross-on-Wye, Herefordshire, The Guardian reported. This surpassed Monday’s previous high of 24.5°C recorded in London’s St James’s Park. Forecasters predict temperatures could…

Ofcom, the UK’s communications regulator, has announced stringent new rules requiring tech companies to block children’s access to harmful online content or face heavy fines under the Online Safety Act, The Guardian reported. The measures, effective from July 25, target…

The British government has announced a significant policy change ensuring that its new state-owned renewable energy company, Great British Energy, will not source solar panels made with forced labor, RFA reported. This amendment to the Great British Energy Bill was…

UK-based Aziz Foundation has recently celebrated 10 years of providing academic and inspirational support to British Muslims, Islam Channel reported. The Aziz Foundation, established in 2015 by entrepreneur and philanthropist Asif Aziz, has empowered British Muslims to overcome societal barriers…

Britain’s national parks have issued warnings about a “catastrophic” wildfire risk this Easter following one of the driest early springs on record, The Guardian reported. Prolonged warm, dry, and breezy conditions have left large areas extremely vulnerable despite recent rain.…

New data from Maslaha, a UK-based organization addressing inequalities faced by Muslim communities, reveals that Muslim inmates in UK prisons experience disproportionately high levels of violence and faith-based discrimination, The New Arab reported. The data, collected from nine prisons with…

The mental health of asylum seekers in the UK has significantly deteriorated following the 2024 Southport riots, according to a new report by the Mental Health Foundation, The Guardian reported. The report highlights an increase in anxiety, isolation, and trauma,…