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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In a surprising turn of events, various Indian opposition leaders have accused the government of making an attempt to hack their phones after they received warning messages from Apple.
Sultan Ibrahim Sultan Iskandar, aged 64 and hailing from the state of Johor, has been elected as Malaysia's next monarch. This election is a part of Malaysia's unique system, where the nine
An almost silent hum and a fleeting shadow across the night sky – the operation required the utmost discretion and followed a well-trodden path. A drone flew stealthily over the prison walls,
Israel has called upon Russia to safeguard the lives of "all its citizens and all Jews" following a violent mob attack in Dagestan, where a large group, some shouting anti-Semitic slogans,
The Prime Minister spoke to President Zelenskyy this morning to reiterate the UK’s support for Ukraine.
From 29 September to 7 October, the Government Chief Scientific Adviser (GCSA) Professor Dame Angela McLean visited Japan and Korea where she met with representatives from
Piotr Cywiński, the director of the Auschwitz Museum in southern Poland, has been awarded the Officer of the Most Excellent Order of the British Empire (OBE) in a ceremony held in Warsaw.
A new £48 million programme to improve infrastructure in lower income countries has been set out by Minister of State for Development and Africa Andrew Mitchell at the Global Gateway
A British model and TikToker, Modou Adams, has been sentenced to nearly seven years in a Peruvian prison for attempting to smuggle 2.9kg (6.4lb) of cocaine out of Peru. The 25-year-old was
Portugal has clinched the top honors at the 10th World Golf Awards ceremony held in Abu Dhabi. The country received the coveted title of the "Best Golf Destination in the World," reaffirming