Culture
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Cheers to change: cutting red tape could bring more food, music and fun to your local
The Government is kicking off a fast-track review to scrap outdated licensing rules that have been holding back pubs, bars, and community events — and they want to hear directly from theRead More... -
£20 million boost to keep local museums open and thriving
Millions of people across England will continue to enjoy their local museums thanks to a new £20 million government investment.Read More... -
Robbie Williams’ Istanbul concert canceled over safety concerns
British pop star Robbie Williams announced that his upcoming concert in Istanbul has been canceled after local authorities decided to call off the show due to safety concerns.Read More... -
Aloha London: British Museum honors the Hawaiian Kingdom’s journey across cceans
Two hundred years after Hawaiian royalty first set foot in London, their story will be brought to life in a new British Museum exhibition titled “Hawai‘i: A Kingdom Crossing Oceans”.Read More... -
Chained Bibles and tiny dictionaries: 600 years of the Guildhall Library
Six centuries ago, Richard “Dick” Whittington – yes, the very one from the folk tale – left money in his will to set up a library in London. Today, that library is celebrating its 600th birthday...Read More... -
World’s First Youth Culture Museum to open in Camden, London
London is set to welcome the world’s first museum dedicated solely to youth culture this December, based in Camden at the St. Pancras Campus on Georgiana Street. The Museum of YouthRead More... -
YouTube creators added £2.2bn to the UK economy in 2024
YouTube creators pumped an impressive £2.2bn into the UK economy last year, supporting around 45,000 jobs, according to new research from Oxford Economics.Read More... -
Royal visit celebrates the reopening of Lloyd’s Register’s historic London headquarters
Her Royal Highness The Princess Royal has officially reopened the newly refurbished Lloyd’s Register headquarters in central London—a building steeped in maritime history that is now lookingRead More... -
National Library of Brazil and British Library announce new partnership
The National Library of Brazil (FBN) in Rio and the British Library (BL) in London just signed a partnership to team up on research projects, public engagement, and knowledge-sharing aboutRead More... -
Martin Jennings chosen to sculpt national memorial of Queen Elizabeth II
Renowned British sculptor Martin Jennings has been chosen to create the statue of Queen Elizabeth II that will form the centrepiece of the UK’s national memorial in St James’s Park.Read More... -
British Library to celebrate Agatha Christie with landmark 2026 exhibition
The British Library has just announced something pretty exciting: in October 2026, it’s opening a major exhibition dedicated to the Queen of Crime herself, Agatha Christie.Read More...
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UK News
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Britain shortlists 82 jobs for temporary work visas to tackle Labour shortages
Britain has announced a new list of 82 mid-skilled jobs eligible for temporary work visas as part of a fresh migration plan designed to address ongoing...09 October 2025Read More... -
570,000 families dodge Hallowe’en scares with tax-free childcare
As the Hallowe’en holidays creep closer, more than half a million families are keeping childcare costs from becoming truly frightening — thanks...09 October 2025Read More... -
Azerbaijan’s oil fund invests $66 million in London’s Gatwick Airport
Azerbaijan’s sovereign wealth fund, SOFAZ, has announced a new investment of £50 million (around $66 million) in London’s Gatwick Airport, marking...09 October 2025Read More... -
Protecting communities and powering renewal: over 24,000 homes and businesses now safer from flooding
151 new flood defence schemes completed in just 12 months, strengthening protection for communities across the country.08 October 2025Read More... -
Spy case collapses over failure to label China a “threat,” says top prosecutor
A high-profile spy case against two men accused of working for China has fallen apart — and Britain’s top prosecutor says it’s because the government...08 October 2025Read More... -
UK’s Industrial Strategy hits the ground running: £250 billion secured and 45,000 jobs supported
The Government’s new Modern Industrial Strategy is already delivering results — securing over £250 billion of investment and supporting 45,000...07 October 2025Read More... -
British pound slips against the dollar as greenback strengthens despite US shutdown
The British Pound (GBP) edged lower against the US Dollar (USD) on Monday, even as the ongoing US government shutdown entered another week and speculation...07 October 2025Read More... -
Britain’s Jewish Community tightens security after Manchester synagogue attack
With the Jewish festival of Sukkot beginning Monday night, Rabbi Ben Kurzer wishes his congregation could focus on prayer and celebration — not on...07 October 2025Read More... -
Bank of England’s Bailey calls for a “pragmatic” approach to AI
Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey says the UK should take a “pragmatic and open-minded” approach to artificial intelligence, focusing on...07 October 2025Read More... -
Apple and Samsung users could receive part of £480m payout
Millions of Apple and Samsung phone owners in the UK could soon be eligible for compensation worth around £17 each, depending on the outcome of a...06 October 2025Read More... -
Families set to save hundreds in biggest homebuying shake-up in decades
First-time buyers could save time, money, and stress under new government proposals to simplify the homebuying process.06 October 2025Read More... -
£20 million boost for local leaders to create jobs and drive innovation across the UK
Local areas can now bid for up to £20 million each to grow their regional science and technology strengths, as part of the government’s Plan for...06 October 2025Read More... -
Harrods sets aside £60 million to compensate victims of alleged historical abuse
Harrods has earmarked more than £60 million to compensate alleged victims of historical abuse connected to its former owner, Mohamed Al Fayed, who...05 October 2025Read More... -
New police powers to help protect communities from disruptive protests
Police forces across England and Wales are set to receive new powers aimed at reducing disruption caused by ongoing or repeated protests. Under these...05 October 2025Read More... -
One lucky player wins massive £10.6 million Lotto jackpot
Someone out there just became a multi-millionaire overnight.05 October 2025Read More...
World News
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Macron to appoint new French Prime Minister within 48 hours
French President Emmanuel Macron is set to name a new prime minister within the next two days, according to the Elysee Palace. The announcement comes...09 October 2025Read More... -
US envoy and Trump’s son-in-law to join Gaza peace talks in Egypt
U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, former President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, are heading to Egypt on Wednesday to take part in...08 October 2025Read More... -
UK won’t ease visa rules for India, says Starmer
During his visit to India, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer made it clear that the UK will not be relaxing its visa rules for Indian citizens — despite...08 October 2025Read More... -
Uganda–UK health summit celebrates innovation and lasting partnerships
The British High Commission in Kampala recently brought together senior policymakers, health professionals, diaspora leaders, and development partners...07 October 2025Read More... -
Tesla’s car sales in Germany drop 9.4% in September
Tesla’s sales in Germany took a hit last month, falling 9.4% compared to the same period last year, according to new data from Germany’s Federal...06 October 2025Read More... -
Australia and Papua New Guinea sign major defence pact
Australia and Papua New Guinea (PNG) have signed a landmark defence agreement that deepens their military ties and commits both nations to come to...06 October 2025Read More... -
Inspired by Thatcher, Japan’s Takaichi breaks political barriers on her way to the top
Sanae Takaichi has just shattered one of Japan’s biggest political glass ceilings. On Saturday, the 64-year-old lawmaker won the leadership of the...04 October 2025Read More... -
Elon Musk becomes world’s first half-trillionaire
Elon Musk just hit another jaw-dropping milestone—he’s now the first person in history to cross the $500 billion net worth mark.02 October 2025Read More... -
UK launches new AI initiatives to support Africa’s development at G20 summit
At the G20 summit in Cape Town, the UK government unveiled a series of new projects aimed at promoting responsible and inclusive use of artificial...01 October 2025Read More... -
Leaders in Middle East and Europe back Trump’s Gaza peace plan
A new US-led proposal aimed at ending the war in Gaza has drawn support from leaders across Europe and the Middle East. President Donald Trump, standing...30 September 2025Read More... -
King Charles to meet Pope Leo on rescheduled Vatican visit
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are heading back to Rome next month for a very special meeting with Pope Leo XIV.27 September 2025Read More... -
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh wrap up successful visit to Japan
The Duke and Duchess of Edinburgh have completed a meaningful four-day visit to Japan, highlighting the close and long-standing ties between the UK...26 September 2025Read More... -
Australia may reverse Palestinian recognition if government changes
Australia could reverse its recognition of a Palestinian state if there’s a change in government, the country’s Opposition Leader Sussan Ley told...23 September 2025Read More...
Media
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New hearing begins in Duke of Sussex case against Daily Mail publisher
A new High Court hearing in the Duke of Sussex’s case against the Daily Mail’s publisher is scheduled to begin on Wednesday.01 October 2025Read More... -
Facebook and Instagram to charge £2.99 a month in the UK for ad-free option
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BT chief: UK telecom costs are 10 times higher than in Europe
BT’s CEO, Allison Kirkby, has warned that government-imposed taxes and regulatory costs in the UK are ten times higher than in other European countries...25 September 2025Read More... -
Murdoch succession battle ends: Lachlan secures control of media empire
So after years of family drama, the Murdochs have finally settled who takes over the empire. Rupert Murdoch, now 94, has made it official: his son...09 September 2025Read More... -
Starmer has “opened the door to Farage”, says Corbyn
Jeremy Corbyn has launched a sharp criticism of Labour leader Keir Starmer, accusing him of making space for Nigel Farage’s brand of politics.05 September 2025Read More... -
EasyJet cabin manager fired after turning safety briefings into “comedy routines”
Ross Barr, a 48-year-old former easyJet cabin manager, says he lost his job unfairly — claiming he was sacked not because of his behavior, but because...29 August 2025Read More... -
M&S restores click and collect services after 15-week cyberattack disruption
Marks & Spencer has reinstated its click and collect service for clothing, ending a 15-week suspension triggered by a major cyberattack and data...11 August 2025Read More...