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A strong commitment to international law is central to the foreign policy of Sir Keir Starmer’s government, according to Attorney General Lord Richard Hermer.

The London Weekly, one of the capital's most resilient and independent news outlets, proudly celebrates its 17th anniversary this month, marking nearly two decades of dedicated journalism,
Marks & Spencer has reopened its website for online orders, six weeks after a major cyberattack forced the retailer to suspend its digital operations.

Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, widely known as Tommy Robinson, was asked to leave a Hawksmoor restaurant in London after staff and diners reportedly felt uneasy about his presence.
Zia Yusuf has stepped down as chairman of Reform UK, stating that pushing to elect a Reform government is no longer "a good use of my time."
OnlyFans, the adult content subscription platform, may soon change hands in a major deal. Its parent company, Fenix International Ltd., is reportedly in advanced discussions to sell the

A group of prominent British Jewish journalists, including Robert Peston, Emily Maitlis, and Jon Sopel, have publicly called on Israel and Egypt to lift restrictions preventing international media

The UK government will now allow foreign states to own up to a 15% stake in British newspapers and news magazines under new legislation aimed at balancing media independence with

On May 12, 2025, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, celebrated Mother’s Day in the United States with a rare Instagram post featuring her children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet,
A man’s murder conviction was overturned after nearly four decades in prison, marking a significant moment for UK criminal justice. The Court of Appeal ruled that new evidence, including
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Guterres to host Cyprus talks as UN seeks path towards ending decades-long division
United Nations Secretary-General António Guterres has announced plans to bring together key parties in a renewed effort to find a way forward in resolving the long-running Cyprus dispute.Read More... -
H&M ordered to end staff bag and locker searches in Spain after privacy ruling
A Spanish court has ordered fashion retailer H&M to immediately stop carrying out routine bag inspections and random locker searches of employees, ruling that the measures unlawfullyRead More... -
Iran warns Britain it could be targeted if it backs US in any conflict
Iran's Revolutionary Guards have warned that Britain would become a "definite and legitimate target" if it supported the United States in any military conflict with Tehran.Read More... -
Romania downs third Russian drone after repeated airspace incursions
Romania has shot down a third Russian drone in three days after it entered the country's airspace over the Black Sea, prompting President Nicusor Dan to condemn the incursions asRead More... -
US ends tariffs on Scotch whisky in boost for Britain's biggest export market
Scotch whisky exports to the United States will enter the country tariff-free from Friday after the UK and US implemented a trade agreement reached earlier this year, in a move welcomed byRead More...

Culture
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Bloomsbury keeps profit outlook unchanged as AI partnerships boost early-year trading
Bloomsbury Publishing has maintained its full-year financial outlook after reporting a solid start to the new fiscal year, supported by continued income from artificial intelligence licensingRead More... -
Salman Rushdie warns free speech is under threat as London honours his literary legacy
Author Salman Rushdie has warned that freedom of speech is facing growing threats around the world, saying the right to express dissenting views is under increasing pressure even inRead More... -
More than 400 UK towns compete for inaugural Town of Culture title as shortlist nears
More than 400 towns across the UK have entered the race to become the country's first-ever UK Town of Culture, as ministers prepare to unveil a shortlist in the coming weeks.Read More... -
Historic Bayeux Tapestry returns to England after nearly a millennium for landmark exhibition
The British Museum is preparing for overwhelming public interest as tickets go on sale for a once-in-a-generation exhibition featuring the legendary Bayeux Tapestry. The remarkableRead More... -
Universal unveils £5 billion UK theme park project, set to open in 2031
Comcast NBCUniversal has confirmed plans to invest more than £5 billion in building its first-ever European theme park and resort, marking one of the largest entertainment investments in theRead More... -
London gears up for biggest-ever summer of live music as global superstars take over the capital
London is preparing for a landmark summer of live music, reinforcing its status as the world's leading music city with an unparalleled programme of exclusive performances from some of theRead More... -
Eid festival marks 20 years in Trafalgar Square with music, food and family events
London’s annual Eid on the Square celebration will return to Trafalgar Square on Saturday, 30 May, as the popular event marks its 20th anniversary in the heart of the capital.Read More... -
Beatles’ final rooftop performance to be preserved in new London museum
The rooftop where The Beatles staged their iconic final live performance is set to become the centerpiece of a new museum celebrating the legendary band’s legacy.Read More... -
Rare Declaration of Independence to headline landmark exhibition on America’s founding
A major new exhibition marking 250 years since the birth of the United States is set to open this summer, bringing together some of the most important documents from the AmericanRead More... -
Newly released UK archives shed light on early years of Northern Ireland Troubles
Nearly 1,000 previously hard-to-access government records documenting the early years of the Northern Ireland Troubles have been published online, marking a significant step in openingRead More... -
£127.8 million lifeline for UK arts venues signals renewed push for cultural access
More than 130 cultural venues across England are set to receive a significant financial boost as part of a £127.8 million government investment aimed at widening public access to arts andRead More... -
Paddington and Sondheim lead the pack as Olivier Awards mark 50 years of theatre excellence
London’s theatre scene is buzzing ahead of this year’s Olivier Awards, where a charming Peruvian bear and a classic Stephen Sondheim musical are tied at the top of the nominations list.Read More...

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