Autonomous Portuguese region in the Atlantic
The new Prime Minister has launched a UK‑wide listening tour to hear people’s cost‑of‑living concerns. He has unveiled measures including VAT cuts on energy bills, a bus‑fare cap, and business‑rates relief for pubs and venues, while signalling further action in the budget and on high streets. He is travelling to communities to inform a long‑term plan.
Cristiano Ronaldo and Georgina Rodriguez have married in a private civil ceremony in Cascais, Portugal, attended by their five children. The couple announced the news on Instagram with wedding bands. Reports align on a small, intimate ceremony with family present; official confirmation has been shared by representatives and multiple outlets.
Cristiano Ronaldo has said this season is likely to be his last as a player, aiming to leave a spectacular legacy. He notes his future is mapped out, with plans to stay busy beyond football, including travel, padel and family time. He remains under contract with Al-Nassr through 2027 and is nearing 1,000 career goals.
A technical fault in National Air Traffic Services' flight data processing system has disrupted flights across major UK airports on 8–9 September 2026, canceling and delaying thousands of services and affecting hundreds of thousands of passengers. NATS has said the fault has been fixed; its chief has apologised and the transport secretary has ordered an investigation.
The Scotch Malt Whisky Society releases Heresy Batch 44, a rare 1,092-bottle blended Scotch, aged mostly in old sherry and bourbon casks, crafted by the SMWS Whisky Team. Priced at £80 and available to members, it marks a bold, high-malt blend that leans into deep, old-school flavours.