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Premier Padel makes historic debut in London
Premier Padel makes historic debut in London
Premier Padel is set to make its UK debut, partnering with Saudi Arabian events company Sela to bring the Qatar Airways Premier Padel Tour to London for the first time.
Read More... Stars shine at West Ham Foundation Gala as new community hub open
Stars shine at West Ham Foundation Gala as new community hub open
The West Ham United Foundation, supported by headline sponsor Paragon and backed by the Premier League, celebrated another milestone as its annual Gala Dinner & Awards returned on
Read More... A Christmas essential: why Chelsea’s Stamford Bridge tour lights up the festive season
A Christmas essential: why Chelsea’s Stamford Bridge tour lights up the festive season
For Chelsea supporters, football devotees, and anyone with a Blue in the family, Stamford Bridge offers one of London’s standout holiday experiences — and December may be the perfect
Read More... Arsenal facing FA sanctions after six bookings in draw with Chelsea
Arsenal facing FA sanctions after six bookings in draw with Chelsea
Arsenal are expected to face disciplinary action from the Football Association after receiving six yellow cards during Sunday’s 1–1 draw with Chelsea.
Read More... British gymnast Max Whitlock ends retirement, sets sights on Los Angeles 2028
British gymnast Max Whitlock ends retirement, sets sights on Los Angeles 2028
Sixteen months after bidding what many believed was a final farewell to competitive gymnastics, Britain’s Max Whitlock has announced he is stepping out of retirement with one more Olympic
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Football hooligan turned £1m lottery winner issues stark warning to EuroMillions players
Football hooligan turned £1m lottery winner issues stark warning to EuroMillions players
A former football hooligan who scooped a £1 million EuroMillions prize has revealed he almost missed out on the life-changing windfall due to a little-known technicality.
Read More... Man City sweep aside Liverpool to cut Arsenal’s lead as Aston Villa surge up the table
Man City sweep aside Liverpool to cut Arsenal’s lead as Aston Villa surge up the table
Manchester City marked Pep Guardiola’s 1,000th match in management with a commanding 3-0 victory over Liverpool on Sunday, delivering a performance
Read More... Tories urge ethics probe into Starmer over football watchdog appointment
Tories urge ethics probe into Starmer over football watchdog appointment
The Conservative Party has called for Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to face a standards investigation after Labour donor David Kogan was named the government’s preferred candidate to head
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Education
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Cold snaps and heatwaves cost NHS England billions, study finds
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Cold weather and rising heat are placing a significant and year-round strain on NHS England, with temperature-related illness accounting for around 3% of spending across primary and -
Ukraine’s foreign minister calls on Poland to confront xenophobia after Ukrainian schoolgirl bullied in Warsaw
Ukraine’s foreign minister has urged Polish authorities to take firm action against xenophobic behaviour following reports that a Ukrainian schoolgirl was verbally abused by classmates at aRead More... -
Liverpool researchers secure £1.2M to tackle region’s economic inactivity crisis
University of Liverpool researchers have secured £1.2 million from UK Research and Innovation (UKRI) to launch an ambitious project designed to improve economic activity in communitiesRead More... -
UK and Italy open applications for 2026 Young Leaders Programme
Applications are now open for the 2026 edition of the UK-Italy Young Leaders Programme, an initiative designed to strengthen long-term ties between the two countries by bringing togetherRead More... -
Scientists at London’s Natural History Museum have named 262 new species in 2025, marking a prolific year of discovery and research
Scientists at London’s Natural History Museum have unveiled 262 species new to science this year, capping off a remarkable 12 months in which the institution also published more thanRead More... -
University of London to launch joint BSc in Artificial Intelligence with Brunel
The University of London has announced plans to launch a new BSc in Artificial Intelligence in partnership with Brunel University London, with the first intake of students expected in SeptemberRead More... -
UK to rejoin EU’s Erasmus+ student exchange scheme in symbolic post-Brexit breakthrough
In a move widely viewed as a significant step towards rebuilding trust after years of post-Brexit tension, Britain and the European Union announced on Wednesday that the UK will rejoin theRead More... -
Nearly 8,000 animal species face heightened extinction risk as heat and land use pressures intensify
Almost 8,000 animal species could be pushed closer to extinction by the end of the century as climate change–driven extreme heat combines with human land-use change to make large partsRead More... -
Climate change set to reshape human disease risk, global review finds
Climate change is likely to alter the spread of infectious diseases in complex and unpredictable ways, according to new research that underscores how little scientists still know about the linksRead More... -
University of London unveils Pakistani Law course in Islamabad
The University of London has launched a landmark microcredential in Pakistani law, offering thousands of its LLB students in Pakistan a crucial new pathway to prepare for legal practiceRead More...
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Donald Trump sues BBC for £7.5bn over edited January 6 speech
Donald Trump has launched a £7.5 billion lawsuit against the BBC, accusing the public broadcaster of defamation and deceptive editing in a documentary examining the January 6, 2021, attack16 December 2025Read More... -
Daily Mail owner agrees £500m deal to acquire Telegraph titles
The publisher of the Daily Mail has struck a £500 million agreement to buy the Telegraph newspapers, bringing an end to months of uncertainty over the titles’ future ownership.22 November 2025Read More... -
BBC reports £1.1bn loss as licence fee income falls amid viewer exodus
The BBC has recorded a £1.1 billion loss as growing numbers of viewers either cancel or fail to pay the TV licence fee, according to a new parliamentary report.21 November 2025Read More... -
Trump says he still plans to sue BBC, despite its apology
Donald Trump says he’s moving forward with legal action against the BBC next week, even though the broadcaster has already apologised for misleadingly editing one of his speeches.15 November 2025Read More... -
BBC apologises to Trump for edited Panorama clip — but says it won’t pay damages
The BBC has apologised to US President Donald Trump after a Panorama episode stitched together parts of his 6 January 2021 speech in a way that could imply he was directly calling for14 November 2025Read More...
Culture
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Barbican to host Liam Young’s first UK solo exhibition in 2026
The Barbican has announced ‘In Other Worlds’, the first UK solo exhibition by artist, director and BAFTA-nominated producer Liam Young. Opening May 2026, the immersive show will exploreRead More... -
The Manchester Museum displays thousands of African artefacts it knows little about
A museum in northwest England has unveiled a new gallery showcasing thousands of African artefacts, many of which the institution admits it knows very little about. The exhibition aims toRead More... -
Captain John Narbrough’s journal faces export ban amid fears it could leave the UK
A rare 17th-century manuscript journal documenting Captain John Narbrough’s secret expedition to Spanish America and the Pacific has been placed under a temporary export ban, giving UKRead More... -
Earliest evidence of human fire-making unearthed in Suffolk
A team led by the British Museum has uncovered what is now the earliest known evidence of humans deliberately making fire—dating back around 400,000 years—at a site in Barnham,Read More... -
Rothschild 15th-century prayer book set to fetch up to $7 million at Sotheby’s auction
Ultra-rare 15th-century mahzor features vivid medieval illustrationsRead More... -
Ray Winstone honoured with Freedom of the City of London
Ray Winstone, one of the UK’s most celebrated ‘hard man’ actors, has been awarded the Freedom of the City of London in recognition of his extensive charitable and fundraising work.Read More... -
Golden Globe 2026 nominations announced ahead of January ceremony
The nominations for the 83rd annual Golden Globe Awards were unveiled on Monday, setting the stage for the first major awards ceremony of the season on January 11.Read More... -
Mayor of London granted right to use historic GLC coat of arms
The Mayor of London has been officially granted permission to use the historic coat of arms once belonging to the former Greater London Council (GLC), following approval from the King.Read More... -
Who will shape the National Gallery’s tomorrow? Architects shortlisted for landmark expansion
The National Gallery has announced a shortlist of six architectural teams competing to design a major new wing as part of its ambitious £750 million Project DomaniRead More... -
National Gallery unveils ambitious exhibition programme for 2026
The National Gallery has announced a landmark line-up of exhibitions for 2026, spanning five centuries of European art and bringing together rare loans, first-ever UK presentations, and iconicRead More... -
OUP India launches 100 libraries for underprivileged children across Uttar Pradesh
Oxford University Press (OUP) India has partnered with the National Book Trust (NBT) to establish 100 libraries for underprivileged children across Anganwadi centres inRead More... -
Children’s author Iryna Kotlyarevska: “Stories born from family evenings”
Iryna Kotlyarevska is a name increasingly found on the shelves of family libraries. A mother of four, a Bachelor of Philosophy, a Master of Political Science, and the creator of the worlds ofRead More...
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Excitement filled the air as the King and Queen graced the second day of Royal Ascot, drawing cheers from the delighted crowd in attendance.
On her 77th birthday, the Duchess of Gloucester had the honor of presenting one of the initial trophies at Royal Ascot, adding a special touch to the event.
The National Portrait Gallery (NPG) in London, originally constructed in 1896, is set to reopen its doors on June 22, 2023, following a comprehensive transformation. Led by Jamie Fobert
In a recent announcement, Vogue's Editor-in-Chief Anna Wintour, renowned author Ian McEwan, and esteemed immunologist and geneticist John Bell have been honored as Companions
George Windsor, the Earl of St Andrews and a member of the British royal family, has handed over a 16th-century book to Poland's National Library, which originally belonged to its collection
Renowned graffiti artist Banksy has announced his highly anticipated solo exhibition, marking his first official showcase in 14 years. The exhibition, titled "CUT & RUN: 25 years card labour," will
In a remarkable display of community-driven action, two artists in north London have successfully harnessed people power to combat soaring energy bills and address the urgent issue of global
Archaeologists in south London have made an extraordinary discovery of a "completely unique" Roman mausoleum. The well-preserved remains were found at the Liberty of Southwark site in
The Chief Rabbi, Sir Ephraim Mirvis, known for his scholarly pursuits, has revealed his appreciation for the viral word puzzle game Wordle, emphasizing its ability to foster family bonds.
Manchester Jewish Museum has revealed the long-hidden contents of a time capsule discovered within the walls of a former synagogue. The glass container, found during a £6 million