United Kingdom News in English

Good morning! It’s 17th August, and here’s your United Kingdom daily news capsule.

Loosening of planning rules in England to allow more new homes near stations.

UK to turn cooler with rain after exceptional heat and dry spell.

Calls for public inquiry into Jason Arday 'witch hunt'.

Blair meets Hamas for Gaza peace talks amid ongoing tensions.

Five killed and four seriously injured after head-on collision in Co Kildare.

Trump orders cuts to South Korea joint drills despite North's growing threats.

Reform UK vows to block foreign nationals from claiming benefits if it wins power.

Families return to fire-destroyed homes after three days of devastation.

M6 Stoke-on-Trent closed for hours after very serious crash involving four vehicles.

Two dead and hundreds evacuated after twin fires break out on Greek island.

US commander emphasizes mental health as a priority on USS Lincoln.

Russia builds secret drone bases within striking distance of NATO.

Rescue teams search for survivors in Indonesia after powerful earthquake.

Ebola outbreak in DR Congo now deadliest in the country's history.

Families urged to vaccinate children against Hepatitis A as it spreads in town.

That’s all for now — have a great day ahead!