Britain rejects proposed WHO treaty draft due to disagreements over pandemic prevention and response, sovereignty concerns. Key issues include lockdown mandates, vaccine distribution. UK prioritises population protection, says proposed pandemic treaty 'not acceptable'.

Britain's King Charles revealed his first official portrait post-coronation, depicting him in Welsh Guards uniform against a vibrant backdrop, with a butterfly symbolizing his evolving public role. Artist Jonathan Yeo aimed to blend tradition with a modern monarchy, capturing Charles' humanity. The portrait, commissioned in 2020, celebrates his 50 years with The Drapers' Company and will be exhibited in London's financial district.

A UK government report warns that universities may collapse if they further restrict international students. The number of students paying deposits has plunged after visa restrictions. The government is concerned about abuse of the graduate visa route, but a committee found no evidence of this. Business leaders argue universities are a major export and urged the government to stop speculation.

The UK government said on Tuesday it had summoned China's ambassador Zheng Zeguang, a day after three people were charged in the latest Beijing-linked alleged espionage case. The ministry said that the summons followed Monday's announcement that three people had been charged with assisting Hong Kong's intelligence service.

Julian Assange's fate hangs in the balance as a UK court decides on US extradition. His wife, Stella, fears he could be on a plane to the US within a week. If extradited, this could end his 13-year legal battle but potentially lead to him never being free again. Stella vows to fight on regardless of the court's decision.

Three men - Chung Biu Yuen (63), Chi Leung Wai (38), and Matthew Trickett (37) - were charged in a London court for allegedly assisting Hong Kong's foreign intelligence service. The charges, under Britain's National Security Act, accuse them of information gathering, surveillance, and forced entry into a residence for foreign interference purposes between December and May. This comes amid rising tensions between Western nations and China over spying allegations.

John Lee calls for full info from British on arrests, including Bill Yuen Chung-biu. Chinese embassy rejects UK's claims. Men charged under Britain's National Security Act.

Ayesha Hazarika, a journalist, broadcaster, and stand-up comic of British-Indian descent with Assamese roots, has been appointed as a member of the House of Lords, the upper chamber of the British Parliament. Born in Bellshill in 1975, she comes from an Indian Muslim family and was raised in Coatbridge, Scotland.

Responding to mounting public pressure to abolish its long-standing men-only policy, London's prestigious private members' Garrick Club has, after a historic vote, decided to admit women as members. This move marks a significant departure from tradition since its inception in 1831, allowing women who meet the Garrick's admissions criteria to become part of the elite circles of the British establishment.