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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Sosthene Munyemana, a former Rwandan doctor, is currently on trial in France, facing charges of genocide and crimes against humanity. At the time of the 1994 genocide in Rwanda,
In a remarkable initiative, Kenya has designated a special holiday for its citizens to collectively plant 100 million trees, contributing to the government's broader objective of planting 15 billion
A dramatic heist of two truckloads of champagne, valued at €600,000 (£525,000), was thwarted by French police in a high-speed chase. The incident unfolded near Reims, at the heart of the
In a groundbreaking agreement, Australia has offered refuge to citizens of Tuvalu, a Pacific island nation highly vulnerable to the devastating impacts of climate change. The low-lying atolls of
Spanish Prime Minister Pedro Sanchez has reached a controversial deal to secure his position by offering amnesty to Catalan separatists. The agreement aims to provide stability to the
In response to criticism that Paris is not doing enough to help Kyiv, a parliamentary report detailed the cost of arms delivered and military training provided.
In New York on Wednesday, UK Treasury Economic Secretary Andrew Griffith addressed concerns about the UK's economic status, emphasizing that the country is not currently facing a
Former French President Nicolas Sarkozy is once again in court, with his appeal trial commencing on Wednesday, November 8. This appeal is in response to the original verdict from the
Australian farmer Colin Deveraux has shared his incredible survival story after a harrowing encounter with a crocodile. Deveraux, a cattle producer, narrowly escaped the jaws of a 3.2-meter
The Polish government has inked a historic €4.6 billion contract for the acquisition of British-designed ground-based air defense systems, as announced by the U.K. Ministry of Defence on