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Birgit Maass

Based in London, specialized in UK current affairs and UK-EU relations

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US President Donald Trump steers a golf cart at the Trump Turnberry golf course in Turnberry, Scotland, Saturday, July 26, 2025.

How Trump's trip split Scotland

The US president has a soft spot for Scotland — but the feeling isn't mutual for most Scots.
PoliticsJuly 29, 2025
Banner readinf "trans lives matter" in front of capitol in Washington

Trans women banned from English women's football

Playing football has always been part of Natalie Washington's life. Now, she's been forced to hang up her cleats.
EqualityJune 29, 202502:45 min
(L-R) Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelensky, Britain's Prime Minister Keir Starmer and France's President Emmanuel Macron hold a meeting

British PM Keir Starmer takes center stage — thanks to Trump

Donald Trump's Ukraine tactics have helped boost British PM Keir Starmer's standing.
PoliticsApril 9, 2025
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In what was originally a parking space in a residential street, locals have set up a small relaxation space with seats, tables, potted plants and a sun umbrella. One group of people sits under a tree, chatting. A second group is seen standing on the pavement behind them.

London: Parklets on the rise in British capital

London: Parklets on the rise in British capital

Amid a shortage of public parks, residents are transforming parking spaces into cozy communal areas.
LifestyleJuly 24, 202504:11 min
Four men of Indian descent pray in a London temple.

Britain's Indian community mourns Air India dead

Britain's Indian community mourns Air India dead

A London temple offers comfort following the crash of Air India flight 171 that killed over 200, including 52 Britons.
CatastropheJune 14, 202502:28 min
UK, London 2025 | UK-EU Summit | Members of the media work ahead of the UK-EU Summit at Lancaster House

How close will UK-EU cooperation be in the future?

How close will UK-EU cooperation be in the future?

British PM Keir Starmer is welcoming European Union leaders to a summit in London to help reset relations.
PoliticsMay 19, 202502:54 min
Keir Starmer with soldiers in front of a building bearing the words United Kingdom Headquarters

UK's military power makes it an important partner for Europe

UK's military power makes it an important partner for Europe

As an important military and nuclear power, Britain under PM Keir Starmer appears to be pivoting more towards Europe.
PoliticsApril 10, 202503:02 min
A view of garbage washed up on the shore of a lake in Scotland

Scotland: Loch Long's hidden pollution problem

Scotland: Loch Long's hidden pollution problem

Tucked away in the Scottish Highlands, Loch Long appears pristine — but it’s heavily contaminated with microplastics.
Nature and EnvironmentApril 7, 202505:33 min
Ben, a young patient at Glasgow Children's Hospital, holds a video game console while sitting in his hospital bed.

How video games help young patients beat the hospital blues

How video games help young patients beat the hospital blues

At Glasgow Children's Hospital, the UK’s first full-time gamer-in-residence is making sick kids' stay more fun.
HealthMarch 24, 202502:13 min
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