Culture
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Gustav Klimt portrait sells for £25.7 million at Vienna auctionA long-lost portrait by Gustav Klimt, depicting a young woman, fetched a staggering 30 million euros (£25.7 million) at an auction held in Vienna on Wednesday.Read More...
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Rishi Sunak: remembering those lost in terror attackIn his Passover message to the Jewish community, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak acknowledges the somber reality that "for too many families, there will be empty seats" at the Seder table thisRead More...
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Co-op Live: Manchester's new arena opens with high capacity and ambitionsA monumental addition to Manchester's entertainment landscape, the new £365m Co-op Live arena is poised to claim the title of the largest indoor arena in the UK. Nestled beside ManchesterRead More...
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Brontë birthplace unveils open day prior to renovationThe birthplace of the renowned Brontë sisters is set to welcome visitors for a special glimpse inside before embarking on a significant refurbishment.Read More...
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Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' smashes Spotify recordTaylor Swift's latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," has shattered Spotify's record for the most-streamed album in a single day, the platform has announced. Not only did Swift'sRead More...
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Historic London pub, linked to Royalty, ravaged by fire: a heartbreaking lossA renowned London pub, steeped in history dating back possibly to the 16th century, has suffered extensive damage in a devastating fire. The Burn Bullock, a grade II-listed establishmentRead More...
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Salvator Rosa painting stolen from Oxford, recovered in Romania, and returned to UKA painting valued at EUR 2 million, stolen from an art gallery at Oxford University approximately four years ago, has been recovered in Romania and returned to UK judicial authorities,Read More...
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Plans to demolish former Museum of London site put on pauseA last-minute intervention from Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove has halted plans to demolish the former Museum of London site.Read More...
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June’s London Fashion Week returns with fresh conceptThe British Fashion Council has unveiled an innovative approach for the upcoming London Fashion Week in June, aiming to spark a cultural phenomenon. Set to take place fromRead More...
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London's inaugural Taiwanese culture festival explores island's identity and historyLondon's vibrant Notting Hill district is about to experience a taste of Taiwanese culture with the launch of the 16-day Taiwan Festival on Friday, April 12.Read More...
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Soho showcase: The Art of Banksy unveils London's largest collectionThe largest collection of original Banksy artworks is set to make its debut in London's Soho, featuring over 150 pieces from the enigmatic Bristol-based artist. Opening at 100 CharingRead More...
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Taylor Swift joins billionaire elite: a look at the wealthiest of 2024Taylor Swift has ascended to the ranks of the world's wealthiest individuals, marking her debut on the billionaire list alongside luminaries such as Elon Musk. This revelation comes courtesy of aRead More...
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JK Rowling challenges police to "arrest her" amid Twitter controversy surrounding Scotland's Hate Crime ActThe Hate Crime and Public Order Act has officially taken effect in Scotland, sparking a fiery debate over free speech and expression. At the center of this controversy is renowned authorRead More...
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Dame Alison Rose has been informed by NatWest that she will not receive £7.6 million in potential payments after leaving the company in July amid the debanking dispute with Nigel Farage.
The fact that people are living longer compared to a century ago is a triumph of medicine and public health but an expansion of the period in ill-health is not inevitable.
A Falklands War veteran, Keith Eamer, has been joyfully reunited with his war medals almost four decades after they were stolen. The medals were taken from the boot of Mr. Eamer's car on
More than 30,000 ordinary Ukrainian men and women have trained to become soldiers under the largest military training programme of its kind on British soil since the Second World War.
Nine new Export Champions for Wales have been announced by the UK Government at the start of International Trade Week 2023.
The UK government is seeking public input on proposals to reduce ground rents, potentially saving homeowners in England and Wales significant amounts over the duration of their lease.
Following approval from the British health regulator for Eli Lilly's new weight-loss treatment, Health Secretary Steve Barclay expressed optimism about the potential benefits for thousands of
Health Secretary Michael Matheson is facing backlash after accumulating an £11,000 roaming charges bill while using his parliamentary iPad on vacation in Morocco. While Matheson has agreed
American semiconductor company Vishay Intertechnology has acquired the UK's largest chipmaking facility, Newport Wafer Fab, for $177 million. Located in South Wales, Newport Wafer Fab
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has today hailed the importance of the capital’s creative economy, as new figures show that it is playing an increasingly significant role in supporting the