Swedish woman reveals 5 odd things about UK life
A Swedish expat shares her culture shock after moving to the UK, from beans on sandwiches to carpets in bathrooms. Discover the five British quirks she finds most baffling.
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Swedish woman's 5 odd things about UK life
A Swedish expat shares her culture shock after moving to the UK with her British boyfriend, from beans on sandwiches to carpets in bathrooms. Discover the five details she finds most odd.
UK eVisa System Launches for Millions in 2026
The UK's visa system goes digital from 12 January 2026. Learn how the new eVisa works, who it affects, and how to access your digital immigration status.
UK Adventures in National Geographic's Top 20 for 2026
National Geographic reveals its top travel experiences for 2026, with two UK-based adventures making the list. Discover the stargazing safari and urban sauna trend driving 'transformational travel'.
New Wave of Hyper-Realistic AI Scams Targets Brits
UK consumers face a new wave of hyper-realistic AI scams, from deepfake videos to cloned voices. Experts reveal how to protect your money and identity from sophisticated fraudsters.
Get a Free National Trust Family Day Pass Until 2026
Families can claim a free National Trust day pass worth up to £50 for entry to hundreds of historic sites and natural landscapes across the UK. Offer ends March 2026.
Free National Trust Family Pass Offer Until 2026
Families can enjoy a free day out at National Trust sites worth £50. Get your voucher from the Mirror between 10-18 Jan 2026. Explore heritage and nature for free!
Six Affordable UK Country House Hotels with Spas
Beat the January blues with our pick of six charming UK country house hotels, each featuring a spa and rooms for under £160 per night. Perfect for a post-festive reset.
Poll: Public Support for Digital ID Cards Collapses
Exclusive polling reveals a dramatic drop in support for Keir Starmer's mandatory Digital ID plan, with opposition now outstripping backing. Critics call the scheme 'undemocratic'.
Family Film Reveals War Hero's Story & Questions Hogmanay Clichés
A journalist's Hogmanay viewing of a clichéd BBC Scotland show prompts reflection on a rediscovered family film, revealing his grandfather's WWII heroism and a more complex British-Scottish identity. Discover the powerful personal history that challenges
UK Property Hotspots 2025: Plymouth, Stafford, Wigan Lead Growth
New Lloyds data reveals the UK's top property hotspots for 2025, with Plymouth seeing a 12.6% surge. Discover where values soared and where they fell sharply. Explore the full regional analysis now.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow sizes
An American woman moving to the UK reveals her biggest surprise: UK pillows are larger, making her US bed linen useless. Discover the everyday items that differ across the Atlantic.
US expat's UK culture shock over pillow and butter sizes
An American woman moving to the UK shares her surprising packing mistakes, from ill-fitting bed linen to wrong-sized baking trays. Discover the everyday items that aren't standard globally.
Cartoonist Ella Baron Satirises Nigel Farage's Britishness
Political cartoonist Ella Baron's latest work critiques Nigel Farage's vision of national identity. Explore the powerful imagery and the conversation it ignites about modern Britain.
Britishness Poll Shows Sharp Rise in Birthright Views
A new YouGov survey reveals shifting UK attitudes on national identity, with a stark generational and political divide on pride in British history and institutions. Explore the full findings.
Survey: Changing Views on What Makes Someone British
A new YouGov poll shows a significant rise in people believing you must be born British to be British. Discover the stark divides by age, ethnicity, and politics.
Abd el-Fattah Case Fuels UK National Identity Debate
The controversy over activist Alaa Abd el-Fattah's UK passport reveals a deepening divide on what it means to be British. New polling shows a significant shift in public attitudes.
Rising Belief Britishness is About Birth, Not Values
A new IPPR report reveals a sharp rise in Britons linking nationality to birthplace. The Alaa Abd el-Fattah citizenship row highlights a shifting political debate on identity. Explore the implications.
Surge in belief Britishness requires UK birth, study shows
Exclusive research reveals a worrying rise in ethno-nationalist views on British identity, with Reform UK supporters holding the most extreme positions. Discover the data and the political response.
Surge in Britons linking identity to birthplace and ethnicity
Exclusive research shows a worrying increase in support for hard-right narratives on national identity, with a third now believing you must be born in the UK to be British. Discover the data and political implications.
Climate extremes become 'new normal' for UK wildlife
The National Trust's 2025 review reveals how drought, record heat, and wildfires are straining habitats. Discover the impact on species and the lifelines offering hope for resilience.
2025 on track to be UK's hottest year ever
The Met Office confirms 2025 is tracking to beat 2022 as the UK's warmest year on record, with an average temperature of 10.05°C. Discover the climate data and what it means for Britain's future.
UK savings rate falls to 9.5% in Q3 2025
The UK household saving ratio fell to 9.5% in Q3 2025, down from 10.2%. Economists note caution persists as savings remain above pre-pandemic levels. Read the full analysis.
Chancellor Reeves' tax policies threaten UK pubs and economy
Chancellor Rachel Reeves faces backlash as new business rates and NI hikes cripple pubs like Pudsey's Marsh Inn. Experts warn of 2,000 closures. Is Labour's economic stewardship failing? Read the full analysis.
Family finds travelling world cheaper than UK rent
Chloe and Connor Ellis sold their Barnsley home and are now globetrotting with their two young sons, discovering that exploring Southeast Asia costs less than monthly rent in the UK. Follow their journey.
DWP Warning: Protect Your National Insurance Number
The DWP warns against sharing your National Insurance number on CVs as identity theft soars. Learn how to protect yourself from recruitment scams and fraud.
Dublin keeps Irish flags amid immigration debate
Dublin City Council refuses to remove Irish tricolour flags, citing risks in heated immigration debate. Discover the community tensions and political divisions.
Aussie citizenship chant debate goes viral
A New Zealand woman's video of a raucous 'Aussie, Aussie, Aussie, oi, oi, oi' chant at her Brisbane citizenship ceremony has ignited a fierce online debate about national pride. Discover the divided reactions.
National pride plummets in divided Britain under Starmer
Exclusive survey shows plummeting national pride and deepening social divisions as Keir Starmer's government faces growing public discontent over Britain's direction.
Prince Harry's poignant Remembrance essay sparks debate
The Duke of Sussex pens emotional tribute to fallen soldiers while subtly addressing his own departure from royal duties and the changing landscape of British patriotism.
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