Jamaica and Belize are looking at ditching King Charles III as their head of state and becoming republics, leading politicians from both countries said Thursday ahead of his coronation.

Jamaica & Belize to cut ties with UK monarchy

The people in the United Kingdom who are planning to attend the coronation of King Charles III are now being warned. Last week it was predicted the West Midlands were expected to have a "dry and mild" coronation weekend, but the Met Office has now predicted showers and thunder in some parts.

Showers expected over the Coronation weekend of King Charles III

WION spoke to Indian-origin chef Manju Mahli, who will be attending King Charles III's coronation. Catch Mahli teaching a special 'Brit-Indi' cooking class to senior citizens in the UK.

Gravitas: WION speaks to Indian-origin chef Manju Malhi | Wion Ground Report from London

WION spoke to former member of EU parliament Geoffrey Van Orden. Orden gave his views on how important British-Indians are to the UK and what does the future of India-UK ties look like.

Gravitas: WION speaks to former MEP Geoffrey Van Orden | Wion Ground Report from London

A dearth of workers and poor economic growth have increased the number of one-day releases. Prisoners The goal is to encourage people to pursue vocational training and for more criminals to be released on licence so they can enrol in apprenticeships in fields like construction as part of the UK government's attempt to get offenders back to work.

UK: Thousands of prisoners could be released on license to help boost the economy

After a year of political scandals, skyrocketing inflation, and sluggish economic growth, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak's Conservatives were facing a dismal set of local election results on Friday. The council results in England will be the biggest and potentially final test of voter opinion before the anticipated 2019 general election, despite the fact that governing parties frequently struggle at mid-term elections.

UK: Rishi Sunak says Conservative Party losses disappointing so far

Britain is all set to welcome its new Monarch. London is bustling with excitement for the coronation of King Charles III. King Charles will be crowned at Westminster Abbey on May 6. The coronation will see the 74-year-old crowned with a solid gold crown made in 1661. The St Edward's Crown is adorned with precious stones. One of the world's largest diamonds is also adorned in this crown known as the Star of Africa. Some South Africans are now calling for Britain to return the diamond which is set in the royal sceptre.

South Africans want UK to return diamond set in crown jewel ahead of King Charles III's coronation

The weekend of splendour is knocking on the door of the UK. London and Windsor are preparing for parades, crowds and street parties. It will be the biggest ceremonial event staged in the British capital in 70 years. King Charles III will be crowned in Westminster Abbey on May 6. The coronation plans include about 2,000 people in attendance. However, some countries aren't invited to the British ceremonial event.

King Charles III Coronation: Which are the countries not invited?

Ahead of the mega event, King Charles III and Queen Camilla held a garden party at Buckingham Palace on Wednesday.

King Charles Coronation: Party at Buckingham Palace ahead of coronation ceremony

Voters across England are heading to the polls today as voting opens in this year's local elections. More than 8,000 council seats in England are up for grabs across 230 local authorities, ranging from small rural areas to some of the largest towns and cities.

Voters head to polls in England's local elections

Former UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson's political career hangs in the balance again. This is due to the MPs investigating claimed that he mislead the UK Parliament over the Partygate Scandal. For more, watch the video.

Boris Johnson's political future seems uncertain?

#NotMyKing Charles is the King of England But most British people are not interested in his coronation Why is public support for monarchy at a historic low? Do Brits really need a King? Watch #WIONWideangle

WION Wideangle | British monarchy: Relevant or relic?

A National Health Service (NHS) worker has been imprisoned for five months for sending a threatening letter to Indian-origin former UK Home Secretary Priti Patel.

UK man jailed for sending ‘grossly offensive’ letter to British Indian ex-minister Priti Patel

Cadbury products are being removed from stores across the United Kingdom due to listeria concerns. Customers who purchased products from these batches have been warned not to consume them and to return them for a refund.

Cadbury recalls products in UK over fears they might cause ‘rare but dangerous’ disease

London police said a controlled explosion was carried out as a precaution outside Buckingham Palace late Tuesday after a man was arrested there on suspicion of possessing an offensive weapon.

UK: Man arrested outside Buckingham Palace with suspected weapon

Health unions have warned of an escalation in walkouts to hit hospitals and emergency services later this year, despite a 5 per cent pay deal that could pave the way for an end to NHS strikes.

UK: Unite and RCN warn of escalation in NHS strikes despite 5% pay deal being accepted

Rishi Sunak faced Keir Starmer at Prime Minister’s Questions today, before millions of people head to the polls to vote in local elections tomorrow. More than 8,000 council seats are up for grabs in 230 local authorities in England.

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak faces questions in Parliament, says 'choice before country is clear'

The UK Online Safety Bill is making its way through the British Parliament. The bill has already passed its third reading in the House of Commons and now is being debated by the House of Lords.

UK: House of Lords mulls over Online Safety Bill amid opposition from tech platforms

A report by BBC citing the police said that a man was arrested outside Buckingham Palace on Tuesday (May 2) after throwing suspected shotgun cartridges into palace grounds.

Buckingham Palace: Man arrested after throwing suspected shotgun cartridges

A government inquiry into the departure of senior civil servant Sue Gray to join Labour has been paused after she refused to engage with the probe.

Tory fury as Sue Gray refuses to cooperate with inquiry into her job with Labour

UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has some questions to answer about his wife Akshata Murty's finances. Study Hall, a start-up that is half-owned by Murty bagged around $437,000 in taxpayer money. Are Sunak's private interests coinciding with his public duties? Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: Sunak's wife Akshata Murty's company bagged taxpayer money

Britain is celebrating the upcoming coronation ceremony, but tensions are also rising. Protests against the coronation ceremony and the monarchy are also on the rise. Is UK prioritising the coronation amid a cost-of-living crisis? Molly Gambhir reports.

Gravitas: Protests pick pace ahead of Charles III's coronation

Why are NHS nurses on strike? What are they demanding? What is the British govt doing about this? Watch Molly Gambhir's ground report from London's Trafalgar Square.

Gravitas: Why is the NHS striking? WION Ground Report from London

Bagpipers outside Westminster Abbey, street parties at Trafalgar square & Union Jack flags adoring Oxford Street. Watch Molly Gambhir's ground report on how London is preparing for the coronation.

Gravitas: How is London preparing for the coronation? | WION Ground Report from London

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