World News
-
UK sends rescue flights to bring Britons home from Hurricane-hit Jamaica
The UK government has chartered emergency flights to help British nationals leave Jamaica after the island was devastated by Hurricane Melissa — one of the most powerful storms to everRead More... -
UK and Vietnam strike deal to speed up returns of illegal migrants
Vietnamese nationals with no legal right to remain in the UK will be sent back to their home country under a new agreement between London and Hanoi.Read More... -
Update on the UK–Switzerland services mobility agreement
The UK and Switzerland have agreed to extend the existing Services Mobility Agreement (SMA) for another four years, ensuring it remains in place until 31 December 2029.Read More... -
UK poised to support British nationals as Hurricane Melissa strikes Jamaica
The UK government has said it stands ready to assist British nationals affected by Hurricane Melissa as the powerful storm makes landfall in Jamaica.Read More... -
Two arrested after daring €88m jewel heist at the Louvre
French police have arrested two suspects in connection with the audacious daylight theft of crown jewels worth €88 million from the Louvre Museum last Sunday — one of the most brazen artRead More...

Culture
-
London launches Inclusive Talent Strategy to drive skills revolution and open up new job opportunities
London Councils and the Mayor of London have unveiled a new Inclusive Talent Strategy, backed by a £147.2 million investment aimed at transforming the capital’s skills system and supportingRead More... -
Prince William teams up with Matthew McConaughey, Kylie Minogue, and more for Earthshot Prize in Brazil
In just two weeks, Prince William will be heading to Rio de Janeiro for his fifth annual Earthshot Prize awards — and he’s bringing a star-studded lineup along for the ride.Read More... -
David Attenborough becomes oldest-ever daytime Emmy winner
Legendary broadcaster Sir David Attenborough has made history once again — this time as the oldest winner of a Daytime Emmy Award.Read More... -
National Children’s Choir of Great Britain opens London auditions across four dates
Children aged 9-19 who love singing may audition to join the choirs from Easter 2026Read More... -
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The Government is kicking off a fast-track review to scrap outdated licensing rules that have been holding back pubs, bars, and community events — and they want to hear directly from theRead More...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...

British Queen celebrates
Most Read
- Teen held after US woman killed in London stabbings
- Heave-ho Harry! Prince prepares to join the walking wounded in ice trek to North Pole
- Football: Farhad Moshiri adamant Everton deal above board
- "Master of English Style". Interview with Designer Lydia Dart
- Letter to the Financial Times from Lord Mayor Alderman Michael Bear
Comment
Bolder action will be ‘essential’ to prevent further unemployment in the capital over the coming year, the Mayor Sadiq Khan warned today, as City Hall published its latest report on the outlook

With today (Monday 12 April) marking another step on the road to lockdown easing, as non-essential retail and hospitality businesses reopen, a campaign has been

Bank of England Governor Andrew Bailey said Wednesday Britain's economic recovery from the coronavirus pandemic could be "longer and harder" than anticipated and fresh bids to boost

Prince Harry and his wife Meghan formally step down as senior members of the British royal family on Tuesday, as they start a controversial new life in the United

Help groups on social media are connecting people with those most in need during the coronavirus lockdown, fostering a community spirit often neglected in the capital's fast-paced life.

Boris Johnson's girlfriend Carrie Symonds looked on as the former mayor of London entered his Downing Street headquarters for the first time as prime minister -- but

Ryanair's annual net profit slumped by almost one third as overcapacity in the European short-haul sector caused it to cut ticket prices, the Irish no-frills airline said

Legal PR is one of the most promising areas of the PR services market in modern Europe. Nowadays the possibility of formation of a public opinion on any controversial issue is an

Theresa May briefly escapes the Westminster bear pit to bring her Brexit battle to Brussels on Wednesday, just four days before the divorce deal is to be signed.

British inflation has hit its highest level in almost six years, official data showed Tuesday, forcing Bank of England governor Mark Carney to explain the rise in an exceptional letter.

