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Port Vale stun Sunderland to reach FA Cup quarter-finals for first time since 1954
Port Vale stun Sunderland to reach FA Cup quarter-finals for first time since 1954
Third-tier strugglers Port Vale produced one of the biggest shocks of this season’s FA Cup after defeating Sunderland 1-0 on Sunday to secure a historic place in the quarter-finals.
Read More... Premier League playmaker race 2025/26: Fernandes leads as Salah, Haaland and Cherki chase assist crown
Premier League playmaker race 2025/26: Fernandes leads as Salah, Haaland and Cherki chase assist crown
Premier League playmaker race 2025/26: who will finish top for assists?
Read More... Bankes and Nightingale make British Olympic history with dramatic snowboard cross gold
Bankes and Nightingale make British Olympic history with dramatic snowboard cross gold
Great Britain are finally Olympic champions on snow. After 102 years of waiting, that stubborn statistic was swept away in spectacular fashion as Charlotte Bankes and Huw Nightingale
Read More... Matt Weston makes history with dominant Olympic skeleton gold for Team GB
Matt Weston makes history with dominant Olympic skeleton gold for Team GB
Matt Weston delivered a performance for the ages as he powered to Olympic skeleton gold, sealing Great Britain’s first top-step finish of the Winter Games in
Read More... Italy clears biathlete Rebecca Passler to compete at Winter Olympics after positive doping test
Italy clears biathlete Rebecca Passler to compete at Winter Olympics after positive doping test
Italian biathlete Rebecca Passler has been cleared to compete at the Winter Olympics after Italy’s anti-doping authorities overturned her provisional suspension, the Italian Ski Federation
Read More... Federica Brignone’s golden comeback: Italian star claims super-G glory at Milano-Cortina
Federica Brignone’s golden comeback: Italian star claims super-G glory at Milano-Cortina
Federica Brignone capped one of the most inspiring comeback stories in Alpine skiing by storming to super-G gold on home snow at the Milano-Cortina Winter Olympics on Thursday.
Read More... Liverpool set to launch groundbreaking inclusive sport and culture festival in 2027
Liverpool set to launch groundbreaking inclusive sport and culture festival in 2027
Liverpool is set to transform its historic waterfront into a hub of sport, art, and creativity with a pioneering inclusive festival in May 2027. The week-long event will
Read More... Lindsey Vonn crashes in Olympic Downhill as breezy Johnson claims gold at Milan-Cortina Games
Lindsey Vonn crashes in Olympic Downhill as breezy Johnson claims gold at Milan-Cortina Games
Lindsey Vonn’s emotional bid for Olympic glory ended in heartbreak on Sunday as the alpine skiing great crashed out of the women’s downhill at the Milan-Cortina
Read More... Ukraine endorses Olympic truce proposal for Milano Cortina games, urges Russia to show will for peace
Ukraine endorses Olympic truce proposal for Milano Cortina games, urges Russia to show will for peace
Ukraine has thrown its support behind a call for a temporary ceasefire with Russia during the upcoming Winter Olympics, backing an appeal rooted in the ancient Olympic tradition of laying
Read More... Europe’s royals gather in Italy ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics
Europe’s royals gather in Italy ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics
While many royals make a point of attending the Summer Olympic Games, far fewer regularly appear at the Winter Olympics. However, with the Milano Cortina
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Ofsted launches pilot to bring more serving school and college leaders into inspection teams
Ofsted has announced a new pilot programme aimed at bringing more serving school and college leaders into inspection teams across England’s education system. The initiative is designed toRead More... -
Ofsted report warns children in care face education ‘lottery’ due to inconsistent local authority support
A new report from Ofsted has highlighted significant barriers preventing many children in care from reaching their full academic potential, despite strong efforts by schools and collegesRead More... -
UK regulators warn Meta, TikTok, YouTube and Snapchat to strengthen age checks to protect children online
Britain’s media and privacy watchdogs have issued a stark warning to the world’s largest social media companies, urging them to do far more to prevent children from accessing platformsRead More... -
King Charles III awards Queen Elizabeth Prizes to Oxford researchers for groundbreaking health data platform
Researchers from the University of Oxford have been honoured with the prestigious Queen Elizabeth Prizes for Higher and Further Education during a ceremony hosted at St James's Palace inRead More... -
New UK measures aim to protect students from extremism and harassment on campus
Students and staff at universities across England are set to receive stronger protections against extremism, harassment and intimidation under new measuresRead More... -
Rise in youth sexual offences sparks urgent call for early education on consent and misogyny
A new report from the Youth Justice Board (YJB) warns that harmful sexual behaviour, misogyny and violence among children are becoming an increasingly seriousRead More... -
UK launches first National Microgravity Research Centre at Swansea University
Swansea University has officially opened the UK’s first National Microgravity Research Centre (NMRC), a landmark £13 million project aimed at advancing the nation’sRead More... -
94% of London children secure place at preferred secondary school in 2026
Nearly 94.3% of children starting secondary school in London this September have been offered a place at one of their preferred schools, according to data released today on NationalRead More... -
UK launches independent review into antisemitism in schools after surge in classroom incidents
The British government has ordered an independent review into antisemitism across England’s schools and colleges, following a sharp rise in classroom-relatedRead More... -
First 100 schools cut energy bills as Great British Energy solar rollout expands across England
The first 100 schools and colleges across England are now generating their own clean power, cutting energy bills thanks to new solar panels funded by Great BritishRead More...
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Queen Mary academics spotlighted in global exhibition examining AI’s power and human agency
Researchers from Queen Mary University of London are among the contributors to a major international exhibition exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping the balance betweenRead More... -
Courtauld Gallery unveils first exhibition dedicated to Georges Seurat’s seascapes
London’s Courtauld Gallery is set to shine a new light on the work of French master Georges Seurat with the opening of a landmark exhibition devoted entirely to his seascapes. Running fromRead More... -
New book on Prince Harry branded a ‘deranged conspiracy’ by his spokesperson
A newly released biography about Prince Harry has sparked controversy after the Duke of Sussex’s spokesperson dismissed its claims as a “deranged conspiracy,” intensifying the ongoingRead More... -
Ireland and UK launch €5 million cultural partnership funding 12 major arts projects through 2030
Ireland and the United Kingdom have unveiled a major new cultural investment, committing €5 million to a dozen collaborative arts and heritage projects that will run through 2030.Read More... -
UK ministers host major interfaith Ramadan iftar at Lancaster House celebrating British muslim contributions
More than 180 guests from across the United Kingdom gathered at Lancaster House in London for a major community iftar hosted by government ministers, celebrating the contributions ofRead More... -
Ashmolean Museum returns 16th-century bronze icon to India
A 16th-century bronze statue that once stood in a temple in southern India has been returned by the Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford, marking the end of a years-longRead More... -
Prime Minister reappoints Stephen Belcher and Tim Dugher as Science Museum Group Trustees until 2030
The UK Prime Minister has confirmed the reappointment of Professor Stephen Belcher CBE and Tim Dugher as Trustees of the Science Museum Group for a further four-year term. Their newRead More... -
British Library Business & IP Centre celebrates 20 years of supporting UK start-ups
The British Library is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its Business & IP Centre (BIPC) with a special event designed to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs.Read More... -
Between protestants and princes: the Kozirod family through time
The surname “Kozirod” belongs to the category of relatively rare surnames, which today are found only in a few countries around the world, including Poland, Germany, the USA, the UK,Read More... -
UK music exports get £1.4m boost as 68 independent artists win global growth grants
Rising British music talent is set for a global push after 68 independent UK acts secured a combined £1.4 million in government-backed funding designed to grow international audiences, boostRead More... -
Emery Walker revealed: new exhibition explores the man behind the arts and crafts legend
A new exhibition opening this spring at Emery Walker’s House sets out to restore depth, warmth, and personality to one of Britain’s most influential yetRead More... -
London confirms St Patrick’s Day 2026 parade and Trafalgar Square festival
London will turn green once again next spring after the Mayor confirmed the capital’s St Patrick’s Day celebrations will take place on Sunday 15 March 2026, with aRead More... -
Masterpieces beyond the Museum: National Gallery brings life-size art to communities ccross the UK
World-famous paintings from the National Gallery are stepping out of Trafalgar Square and into everyday life, as part of a major touring project that will seeRead More...
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UK News
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Government actuary launches GAD Factors Guidance Hub to simplify access to public service pension calculations
The UK’s Government Actuary’s Department (GAD) has launched a new digital platform designed to make it easier for pension administrators to access...16 March 2026Read More...
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UK government plans police-style powers for environment officers in major crackdown on waste crime
The UK government is preparing to give environmental enforcement officers powers similar to those used by police as part of a tougher strategy to tackle...15 March 2026Read More... -
UK government accelerates energy security push with plug-in solar and faster renewables investment
The UK government is stepping up efforts to strengthen the country’s energy security, with the Energy Secretary set to unveil a series of new measures...15 March 2026Read More... -
TfL commits £94.8m to safer and greener London streets as borough projects expand in 2026/27
Transport for London (TfL) will invest £94.8 million in London’s boroughs during 2026/27, strengthening efforts to make the capital’s streets...15 March 2026Read More... -
UK lawmakers urge government to apologise for Britain’s rule in Palestine (1917–1948)
More than 40 British lawmakers are calling on the UK government to formally apologise for Britain’s actions during its administration of Palestine...14 March 2026Read More... -
Westminster’s £5M Healthy Communities Fund delivers major health and wellbeing boost for residents
Residents across Westminster are experiencing significant improvements in their health and wellbeing thanks to the Healthy Communities Fund (HCF),...14 March 2026Read More... -
London transport staff safety crisis: mayor and TfL hold urgent summit as abuse and violence rise across network
Transport leaders in London have convened an urgent summit to address growing concerns about violence, abuse and intimidation faced by staff working...13 March 2026Read More... -
Major redevelopment plans submitted for Crystal Palace National Sports Centre as Sadiq Khan pushes £23m green upgrade
A major step forward has been taken in the long-awaited transformation of the iconic Crystal Palace National Sports Centre, after a planning application...13 March 2026Read More... -
UK economy stalls as growth flatlines ahead of energy price shock from Iran conflict
Britain’s economy lost momentum at the start of the year, with new figures showing growth stalled in January — even before the full impact of rising...13 March 2026Read More... -
UK government launches new programmes to boost women’s careers in tech and inspire the next generation
The UK government has unveiled a new set of initiatives designed to increase the number of women and girls entering and staying in the technology...12 March 2026Read More... -
Imerys pays £430,000 to restore Cornwall Rivers after series of clay pollution incidents
Imerys Minerals Limited has agreed to pay £430,000 to the Westcountry Rivers Trust following a string of pollution incidents in Cornwall that released...12 March 2026Read More... -
Revolut wins full UK banking licence, opening door to loans and current accounts
Digital banking giant Revolut has secured a full banking licence in the United Kingdom, marking a major milestone for Europe’s most valuable start-up...11 March 2026Read More... -
London Councils urges government to ‘Keep the Levy Local’ as visitor tax plans reach Parliament
Leaders and senior councillors from boroughs across the capital gathered outside the UK Parliament this week to press the government to ensure that...11 March 2026Read More... -
UK police ban pro-Iran Al Quds march in London over security fears and risk of clashes
British police have banned a pro-Iranian march scheduled to take place in central London on Sunday, warning that the event could trigger “extreme...11 March 2026Read More... -
UK player scoops £181 million EuroMillions jackpot — one of the biggest lottery wins in British history
A single UK ticket holder has won an astonishing £181 million EuroMillions jackpot, lottery operator Allwyn confirmed following Tuesday night’s...11 March 2026Read More...
World News
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Germany voices doubts over expanding EU naval mission to Strait of Hormuz
Germany has expressed skepticism about a potential expansion of the European Union's naval mission, Operation Aspides, into the strategic waters...16 March 2026Read More...
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Trump warns NATO allies: failure to help secure Strait of Hormuz could harm Alliance’s future
Donald Trump has warned that the future of the NATO could be at risk if allied countries refuse to assist in protecting the strategic Strait of Hormuz,...16 March 2026Read More...
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Polyus reports $6.3 billion pretax profit in 2025 despite drop in gold production
Russia’s largest gold mining company, Polyus, reported a solid financial performance for 2025, posting a 12% increase in pretax profit to reach...16 March 2026Read More... -
UK announces £5 million emergency aid package for Lebanon as regional tensions sscalate
The United Kingdom has pledged more than £5 million (about $6.6 million) in emergency assistance to support humanitarian efforts in Lebanon, as rising...16 March 2026Read More... -
Bobi Wine leaves Uganda after disputed election, promises to continue fight against Museveni
Ugandan opposition leader Bobi Wine has announced that he has temporarily left Uganda after spending nearly two months in hiding following the country’s...15 March 2026Read More... -
RAF Typhoon jets deployed to defend Bahrain as Iran-linked drone threat escalates in Gulf conflict
As tensions continue to rise in the second week of the war between Israel, the United States and Iran, British fighter jets are now actively helping...13 March 2026Read More... -
UK and Belgium step up joint fight against human smuggling along Channel coast
The United Kingdom and Belgium are looking to deepen their partnership to combat human smuggling along the Channel’s western coastline, where attempts...12 March 2026Read More... -
U.S. spent over $11 billion in first six days of Iran war, Trump administration tells Congress
The first six days of the U.S. military campaign against Iran cost American taxpayers more than $11.3 billion, according to estimates presented by...12 March 2026Read More... -
Tesla enters UK energy market: Elon Musk’s company approved to supply electricity to British homes
Electric vehicle giant Tesla has taken a major step into the UK energy sector after receiving regulatory approval to supply electricity directly to...12 March 2026Read More... -
US Embassy warns of possible terror threat to American facilities in Nigeria
The United States embassy in Nigeria has issued a security alert warning American citizens about a potential terrorist threat targeting U.S. facilities...10 March 2026Read More... -
France deploys warships to reopen Strait of Hormuz as oil prices surge past $100 amid US-Israel strikes on Iranian ships
France is preparing to deploy a powerful naval force to the Middle East in an effort to secure shipping routes through the Strait of Hormuz, as the...09 March 2026Read More... -
Louis Sarkozy tests Trump-inspired conservatism in Menton mayoral race
In the sun-soaked coastal town of Menton—where the Alps meet the Mediterranean near the Italian border—28-year-old Louis Sarkozy is attempting...09 March 2026Read More... -
Two Kuwaiti Interior Ministry officers killed while on duty as regional security tensions rise
Two officers from the Kuwaiti Interior Ministry were killed while carrying out their official duties, authorities confirmed Sunday, marking a somber...08 March 2026Read More... -
UK unveils military repair facilities in Ukraine to speed up battlefield equipment recovery
The United Kingdom has publicly confirmed for the first time that it operates a network of military maintenance and repair facilities inside Ukraine,...08 March 2026Read More... -
Cyprus reconsiders British military bases after drone strike raises security fears
A drone strike on a British military base in Cyprus this week has reignited political debate over the United Kingdom’s long-standing military presence...06 March 2026Read More...
Media
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Isabel Province hosts first Digital Media Literacy Workshop to tackle misinformation and empower community voices
Leaders, government officials and community representatives in Isabel Province have taken a significant step toward strengthening digital awareness...14 March 2026Read More... -
Axel Springer acquires UK’s Telegraph for £575 million, ending two-year ownership battle
German publishing giant Axel Springer has agreed to acquire Britain’s Telegraph Media Group for £575 million ($766 million), bringing an end to...07 March 2026Read More... -
Axel Springer backs Dovid Efune’s £500m Telegraph Bid, taking on Daily Mail owner DMGT
German media giant Axel Springer has thrown its weight behind a rival bid for Britain’s Telegraph Media Group, backing a £500 million offer led...21 February 2026Read More... -
UK leads global fight against deepfakes with science-driven detection standards
Deepfakes—AI-generated videos, images and audio—are no longer a fringe curiosity. They are a fast-growing threat across the UK, exploited by criminals...19 February 2026Read More... -
Former Daily Mail editor Paul Dacre tells UK court he is “angry and upset” over Prince Harry privacy claims
Paul Dacre, the long-serving former editor of the Daily Mail and one of the most influential figures in British journalism, told the High Court in...11 February 2026Read More... -
BBC TV licence fee to rise to £180 from April, sparking anger as costs overtake streaming rivals
The annual TV licence fee will rise by £5.50 to £180 from April 1, dealing another blow to household budgets already stretched by the cost-of-living...06 February 2026Read More... -
Elton John’s husband David Furnish accuses Daily Mail of homophobia and privacy violations in High Court trial
David Furnish, the husband of British music icon Elton John, has accused the publisher of the Daily Mail of unlawfully obtaining private information...06 February 2026Read More...