Record number of migrants and asylum seekers reach U.K. by boat
The milestone comes as U.K. lawmakers debate an immigration bill that would make attempting the crossing — even to make a legitimate asylum claim — a crime.
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U.K. counts down to "Freedom Day"
The countdown to "Freedom Day" is underway in the U.K. On Monday, all coronavirus-related restrictions will be lifted. In this weekend's edition of "London Calling," CBS News contributor Simon Bates tells us why some Britons aren't excited about the new "freedoms."
Proposed U.K. law could see asylum seekers jailed for up to 4 years
A refugee charity estimates that if the bill is passed, between 9,000 and 21,600 applicants who would currently qualify for refugee status in Britain no longer would.
U.K. parents give evidence in crash case
The parents of teenage motorcyclist Harry Dunn gave evidence under oath in the United States as part of a damages claim against their son's alleged killer, Anne Sacoolas. CBS correspondent Imtiaz Tyab reports the latest developments in the Dunn family's fight for justice.
Brexit could leave thousands without basic rights in U.K. this week
The elderly and children in state care are among the European nationals who may have difficulty applying for special immigration status, and the deadline is upon them.
U.K. offers a warning, and hope as COVID Delta variant takes over
Britain, where the strain already accounts for 99% of new cases, can offer some useful insight into battling the highly-transmissible variant first detected in India.
Delta variant restrictions triggered globally
Global concern over the Delta variant of the coronavirus is triggering a new wave of social and travel restrictions on countries where the variant is causing large numbers of infections. As Roxana Saberi reports, countries like Britain that are being classified as "extreme high risk" for travel after an explosion in cases.
U.K. health chief caught on camera in COVID-rule-breaking tryst
Health Secretary Matt Hancock was already under fire after messages in which PM Boris Johnson called him "useless," but he appears to be hanging onto his job.
U.K. denies Russian claims of "warning shots" fired at warship
Moscow says fighter jet even dropped bombs in British destroyer's path as it entered Russian territory. U.K. says no warning shots, and it's not Russia's territory.
Graham Norton on chat show, new novel
Anthony Mason interviews TV host Graham Norton, who delights audiences every week with Britain's version of the late night talk show. His sharp comedic timing, unique laugh and effortless ease with guests who chat over drinks on the famous red sofa have made “The Graham Norton Show“ a hit. The eight-time BAFTA Award winner also hosts a radio show and writes. In the spare time Norton somehow found, he has written his third novel, “Home Stretch.”
London Calling: U.K. delays reopening
While most U.S. states are fully reopening, the U.K. is pushing back its so-called Freedom Day. CBS News contributor Simon Bates explores the decision in this week's London Calling. (Bates' opinions are his own and don't necessarily reflect those of CBSN.)
WorldView: Canadian truck attack update
The 9-year-old boy whose family was killed last week when a pickup truck slammed into them has been released from the hospital. Meanwhile, concerns over a COVID-19 variant is causing the U.K. to delay lifting pandemic restrictions. CBS News foreign correspondent Debora Patta joins CBSN AM with headlines from around the world.
Biden arrives in Brussels for NATO summit
President Biden has arrived in Brussels after an intense weekend of meetings about the economy and global response to the pandemic. Mr. Biden will now be focusing on more complicated matters of global security and the U.S.-Russia relationship. Ed O'Keefe reports.
Biden begins Europe trip in U.K.
President Biden is meeting with British Pime Minister Boris Johnson today as he begins his first foreign trip since taking office. CBS News chief White House correspondent Nancy Cordes joins CBSN AM to talk about the trip.
Biden arrives in the U.K. ahead of G-7 summit
President Biden touched down in the U.K. on Wednesday ahead of the G-7 summit where he's expected to focus on cementing U.S.-European alliances against China and Russia. CBS News congressional correspondent Nikole Killion, The Wall Street Journal's White House reporter Catherine Lucey, and White House reporter for The Washington Post's White House reporter Tyler Pager join CBSN's "Red and Blue" anchor Elaine Quijano to discuss his priorities for the trip, the latest on the future of infrastructure negotiations and the decision to revoke a Trump-era ban on downloads of TikTok, WeChat and other Chinese-owned apps.
Police officer on trial for U.K. woman murder
A London police officer has pleaded guilty to the rape and kidnapping of Sarah Everard, the 33-year-old marketing executive whose killing in March touched off national anger across the U.K. at male violence against women. Roxana Saberi brings the latest on the officer’s murder trial.
Top websites affected by global outage
A major internet outage has affected top websites across the globe, including several news sites, Reddit and the U.K. government’s website. Cloud company Fastly has confirmed the issue has been identified and a fix is underway. CBS News technology reporter Dan Patterson joins "CBS This Morning" to discuss what is known so far.
The global impact of George Floyd
In the summer of 2020, George Floyd's death sparked widespread Black Lives Matter protests across the United States. The movement also reverberated around the globe, sending shockwaves through dozens of countries like France, New Zealand, Colombia and the United Kingdom and leaving a lasting impact on Black communities abroad, which continues today.
Global impact of George Floyd in U.K.
In June 2020, the United Kingdom saw the largest Black Lives Matter protests in the world outside of the U.S. Activists say England has more covert racism than the U.S. — but they are still fighting many of the same issues.
Boris Johnson and Carrie Symonds marry
British Prime Minister Boris Johnson has married his fiancée, Carrie Symonds, in a small private ceremony on Saturday at the Roman Catholic Westminster Cathedral in front of a small group of friends and family. CBSN's Lana Zak reports.
Police catch drug dealer thanks to photo of cheese
Carl Stewart was sentenced to 13 years and six months in prison after police tracked him down thanks to a photo he posted on EncroChat.
Journalist used deceit for Princess Diana interview: Report
An investigation found a BBC journalist used phony documents to secure a bombshell interview with Princess Diana. Roxanna Saberi has more.
U.K. eases COVID restrictions despite concern over Indian variant
With a note of caution over the spread of a highly infectious strain, Britons are told they can once again hug loved ones and enjoy an indoor meal with friends.
U.K. and France deploy naval vessels in spat over fishing rights
The latest flare-up in the post-Brexit argument over access to territorial waters has hit the U.K.'s own Jersey shore.
WorldView: Navalny seen after hunger strike
Russian opposition leader Alexey Navalny looked gaunt and exhausted as he appeared in a Moscow court via videolink following his hunger strike. Also, two Spanish journalists and an Irish conservationist in Burkina Faso were killed after they were kidnapped while on an anti-poaching patrol, and Turkey is preparing for its first COVID-19 lockdown amid a spike in cases. Meanwhile, China successfully launched its first module of a new space station. CBS News foreign correspondent Ian Lee joined "CBSN AM" from London with headlines from around the world.
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