U.K. knife attack that killed 3 girls in Taylor Swift-themed dance class could have been prevented, inquiry finds

London — Nearly two years after three young girls were stabbed to death in one of the most shocking acts of violence in recent British history, the head of a public inquiry into the attack said it “could have been, and should have been, prevented.” Six-year-old Bebe King, 7-year-old Elsie Dot Stancombe, and 9-year-old Alice da … Read more

U.K. authorities seize 5 tons of cocaine worth over $500 million from banana, red wine shipments

Border agents in the United Kingdom have seized about five tons of cocaine at a single port in just under a month, the country’s Home Office said on social media.  The drugs are estimated to be worth over £400 million, or about $538 million, the agency said.  The drugs were seized at London Gateway, a … Read more

Kanye West’s upcoming gig at Italy festival sparks debate after U.K. revoked rapper’s entry over antisemitic remarks

The rapper formerly known as Kanye West being denied entry into the U.K. amid an uproar over his past antisemitic remarks has raised questions over the star’s upcoming performance in Italy this summer. The rapper, who changed his name to Ye, was scheduled to headline the Wireless Festival in London in July, but the event … Read more

Kanye West blocked from traveling to U.K. for a music festival

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing Kanye West blocked from traveling to U.K. for a music festival 03:21 UP NEXT Bob Odenkirk Talks ‘Normal’ Movie and Previews New Music 05:39 Get a Sneak Peek of Bad Bunny’s New Concert Documentary 00:46 Rapper Offset Is … Read more

Kanye West blocked from entering U.K. after criticism over past antisemitic remarks

The rapper formerly known as Kanye West was barred Tuesday from entering the U.K., where he was scheduled to headline the Wireless Festival in July, after a backlash over Ye’s history of antisemitic remarks. Festival organizers canceled the three-day outdoor event as a result of the travel ban and said those who had bought tickets would … Read more

Kanye West offers to meet Jewish community as pressure builds for U.K. ban over festival backlash

LONDON — Ye has offered to meet members of the Jewish community in Britain, as he responded for the first time Tuesday to growing backlash over his status as headliner of a London music festival. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The rapper, formerly known as … Read more

U.K. government reviewing Kanye West’s permission to enter country for London festival

IE 11 is not supported. For an optimal experience visit our site on another browser. Now Playing U.K. government reviewing Kanye West’s permission to enter country for London festival 02:30 UP NEXT Angelina Jolie’s Daughter Shiloh Makes Music Video Appearance 04:56 Billy Ray and Noah Cyrus Talk New Album, ‘The Hill’ 02:14 Lindsey Buckingham Attacked … Read more

Kanye West’s permission to enter country for London festival being reviewed by U.K. government

U.K. government ministers are reviewing Ye’s permission to enter the country, a U.K. government source told NBC News on Monday. Subscribe to read this story ad-free Get unlimited access to ad-free articles and exclusive content. The move comes amid fierce backlash over the decision to have the hip-hop artist formerly known as Kanye West headline … Read more

2 men and teen held in U.K. custody over Jewish charity ambulance attack

Two young men and a boy were ordered Saturday to remain in custody after appearing in court on arson charges in the torching of four ambulances owned by a Jewish charity in London. The March 23 blaze in Golders Green, a north London neighborhood with a large Jewish population, destroyed four ambulances belonging to the volunteer … Read more