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India and UK launch major tech security initiative during British Foreign Minister's visit
India and the United Kingdom have launched a new technology security initiative designed to boost economic growth and deepen collaboration on critical technologies.Read More... -
David Lammy's mission: strengthening UK-India relations and pursuing trade deals
Britain's Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, has arrived in India for discussions with ministers and business leaders. This visit aims to reset Britain's relationship with India and the broaderRead More... -
President Biden withdraws from 2024 race, endorses Kamala Harris for Democratic nomination
President Joe Biden announced on social media that he is withdrawing from the presidential race, a historic and unexpected decision that significantly impacts the 2024Read More... -
Majorca residents protest against overwhelming tourism surge
This summer in Majorca, two unstoppable forces converge: the timeless waves of the Balearic Sea and a modern tsunami of tourism. Beaches are packed, parking is scarce, and sunbeds areRead More... -
Record-breaking dinosaur skeleton sells for $44.6 million at Sotheby's auction
A significant dinosaur skeleton, discovered by chance by a professional fossil hunter in 2022, has fetched a record $44.6 million (£34 million) at a Sotheby's auction inRead More...
Culture
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JSO activists face jail time for soup attack on Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers'
Two activists from Just Stop Oil (JSO), Phoebe Plummer and Anna Holland, both 22, have been found guilty of criminal damage after throwing tomato soup overRead More... -
Harold Wilson sold papers to fund care amid Alzheimer's battle
Harold Wilson, who served as Prime Minister during the 1960s and 1970s, sold his personal and political papers to fund his care in his later years, as revealed byRead More... -
Kew Gardens adapts to climate change with new tree planting strategy
More than 11,000 native and foreign species currently thrive at the 320-acre Kew Gardens in west London. However, scientists warn that over half of these trees couldRead More... -
King and Queen attend Thistle service in Edinburgh
Members of the Royal Family gathered in Edinburgh for the Thistle service, where Queen Camilla and the Duke of Edinburgh were formally appointed to Scotland'sRead More... -
Queen Camilla celebrates Scottish literature during abbreviated Holyrood week
Queen Camilla has kicked off Holyrood Week in Scotland with a literary focus. The King and Queen arrived for a condensed visit, with Tuesday morning dedicated to aRead More... -
Enfield Chase set to become London's Largest nature haven
A transformative landscape restoration project at Enfield Chase is set to create London's largest nature haven, converting up to 1,000 hectares (2,471 acres)Read More... -
Sir Elton John leads celebrity endorsements for Labour party
Sir Elton John has voiced his support for Sir Keir Starmer in a video message that resonated with hundreds of enthusiastic Labour supporters on Saturday.Read More... -
City of London endorses transformation of Cold War tunnels into tourist attraction
The City of London Corporation has given its backing to a proposal aimed at converting the historic Kingsway Exchange Tunnels into a captivating tourist destinationRead More... -
Taylor Swift enchants fans with electrifying Wembley stadium performance
Taylor Swift dazzled her fans at London's Wembley Stadium during her Eras Tour, creating an unforgettable night for her devoted followers. Dressed in a sparkling goldRead More... -
Historic Barons Court station approved for restoration and color scheme enhancement
Barons Court station, a 120-year-old west London Tube station, is set to undergo extensive repairs and aesthetic enhancements following approval from Hammersmith and Fulham Council for aRead More... -
Stonehenge solstice sunrise draws 15,000 visitors
Approximately 15,000 people gathered at Stonehenge to witness the summer solstice sunrise. Each year, English Heritage opens the historic site near Salisbury inRead More... -
Barclays halts festival sponsorship amid protests
Barclays has decided to suspend its sponsorship of all 2024 music festivals organized by Live Nation, including Download, Latitude, and the Isle of Wight.Read More...
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SNP voters are turning away from the party after the arrest of Nicola Sturgeon in a fraud probe, according to a recent poll that positions Labour as the largest party in Scotland.
An additional £60 million of funding from the UK to NATO’s Comprehensive Assistance Package (CAP) has been announced by the Defence Secretary, bringing the UK’s total contribution to over
Experts have raised concerns about the future of Harry and Meghan's brand following Spotify's decision to terminate their deal with the royal couple. The move could result in losses of up to
Capita, the company recently affected by a data breach, has successfully obtained a £50 million contract from the City of London police to oversee contact and engagement services for their
A British couple who relocated their family to Australia eight years ago is facing deportation because they are deemed "too old" to qualify for permanent residency. Glenn Tunnicliff, 57, and his
Gusbourne Blanc de Blancs 2018, an English sparkling wine, has claimed one of the top honors at the esteemed Decanter World Wine Awards, signaling a significant achievement for the UK
More than 800 guests, including politicians and representatives from various political parties, gathered in central London for an Israel 75 celebration hosted by Tzipi Hotovely, the Israeli
The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) and the National Travel Health Network and Centre (NaTHNaC) are reminding Hajj and Umrah pilgrims to be aware of the risks of MERS-CoV and other
The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA), the UK's competition watchdog, has reached agreements with supermarket chains Sainsbury's and Asda to put an end to their use of unlawful
Waitrose, a prominent British supermarket chain, has announced a significant reduction in prices for over 200 products as part of a £100 million ($126 million) plan unveiled earlier this year.