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'Vanishingly rare' copy of US Declaration of Independence unearthed in UK archives

The one found in London, printed in Exeter, New Hampshire, in mid-July 1776, is the 11th surviving copy of the so-called "Exeter Declarations," and is the first to be found outside the United States.

A 1776 copy of the US Declaration of Independence, one of the 11 surviving copies of the so-called "Exeter Declarations", and the first to be found outside the United States, which has been discovered at The National Archives in Kew, is displayed in this handout image obtained by Reuters on July 3
US Vice President JD Vance speaks during a quadrilateral meeting between the US, Iran, Pakistan, and Qatar at the Lake Lucerne Summit, aimed at advancing a deal to end the Middle East conflict, at Buergenstock Resort Lake Lucerne, near Stansstad, Switzerland, June 21, 2026.

JD Vance says British politics 'broken' ahead of expected UK Prime Minister transition

Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer shakes hands with Oman's Sultan Haitham bin Tariq during their meeting inside 10 Downing Street, in central London on July 2, 2026.

France, UK agree to work with Oman to restore safe transit through Strait of Hormuz

A man holds a mock-up of a key during a march, held by Palestine Solidarity Campaign, to mark the 78th anniversary of the Nakba and against the "Unite the Kingdom" rally taking place in London organised by British anti-immigration activist Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, also known as Tommy Robinson, in Lond

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Britain's Jewish Culture Month aims to move conversation beyond October 7

The month, which wrapped up Tuesday, sought to make clear that British Jewish identity is, and always has been, about far more than conflict. “We’re not defined as a community by pain,” Ma’anit said.

PAUL COLLINS, far left, keeper of the Department of the Middle East at the British Museum, delivered an address on Ancient Israel and Judah as part of Britain's Jewish Culture Month, June 11, 2026. The talk had been rescheduled after concerns that ticket-holders had intended to disrupt the event.

UCL cuts dedicated antisemitism role despite surge in anti-Jewish incidents, source tells 'Post'

UCL's Antisemitism Programme Manager position was created in 2022 and was the first and only dedicated antisemitism role at any UK university.

Pro-Palestinian students demonstrate at University College London, May 15, 2024.

Ukrainian man convicted of arson attack on British PM's sister's residence

Roman Lavrynovych, 22, was found guilty at London's Old Bailey Court of two counts of committing arson being reckless as to whether life was endangered.

A police officer stands outside Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer's private home, after it was damaged by fire in a suspected arson attack in north London, Britain, May 13, 2025.

Ban on British-designated terror org. Palestine Action is lawful, rules UK court of appeal

Palestine Action, which had increasingly targeted Israel‑linked defense companies in Britain with a particular focus on Israel's largest defense firm, Elbit Systems.

A person holds two Palestinian flags as supporters of the pro-Palestinian campaign group Palestine Action gather outside the High Court in London, Britain, July 4, 2025.

Britain expected to introduce social media restrictions for children under 16

"It changes the presumption, so that children aren't presuming that they're going to be in these spaces because all of their friends are, and thats quite significant," said Nandy.

Social media and the algorithm move faster than facts and claims can be verified.

UN secretary-general, world leaders praise US, Iran for reaching peace agreement

European officials reaffirmed the importance of reopening the Strait of Hormuz and the "resumption of maritime traffic," to be done "urgently" and "unconditionally," without any toll restrictions.

United Nations Secretary-General Antonio Guterres addresses delegates during a high-level meeting of heads of state on a two-state solution between Israel and the Palestinians at United Nations headquarters in New York City, U.S., September 22, 2025.

Tommy Robinson says UK police detained him at Heathrow under terrorism law

Tommy Robinson said UK police detained him at Heathrow Airport and seized his phone after a week of posts about riots in Northern Ireland.

Tommy Robinson looks on as demonstrators gather outside Southampton Central Police Station following the conviction of Vikrum Digwa for the murder of student Henry Nowak, in Southampton, Britain, June 2, 2026.

UK's Starmer says armed forces intercepted Russian shadow fleet oil tanker

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer said on sunday morning that UK armed forces intercepted a Russian oil tanker trying to pass through the English Channel.

 Rosneft's Russian-flagged crude oil tanker Vladimir Monomakh transits the Bosphorus in Istanbul, Turkey, July 6, 2023

'1873': How the first financial crisis made the world turn on the Rothschilds - review

The Rothschilds survived the 1873 financial crash, but the depression fueled antisemitic myths that would echo for generations.

James Mayer de Rothschild, founder of the French branch of the Rothschild banking dynasty, 1850.

British pro-Palestinian activists sentenced in connection to raid on Elbit Systems UK facility

Four UK pro-Palestinian activists were sentenced to over 20 years combined for a 2024 raid on an Israeli defense firm’s factory, causing over £1m damage, with a judge citing a “terrorism connection.

 Pro-Palestinian Activists Target Chubb Offices In Manchester MANCHESTER, ENGLAND - MARCH 10: Activists occupy the canopy with banners saying 'Elbit Systems kills kids' and 'Chubb Drop UAV' during the protest on March 10, 2026 in Manchester, England. Pro-Palestinian activists have targeted the offic