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Foreign interference, terrorism, cyberattacks: Paris Olympics under close surveillance
Foreign interference, terrorism, cyberattacks: Paris Olympics under close surveillance
The Olympic Games officially begin on Friday, during a period marked by significant international tensions. An impressive security system has been put in place to
Read More... Charlotte Dujardin withdraws from Paris 2024 over 'error of judgement'
Charlotte Dujardin withdraws from Paris 2024 over 'error of judgement'
Charlotte Dujardin, Britain's joint-most decorated female Olympian, has announced her withdrawal from the Paris 2024 Olympics following the emergence of a video
Read More... Andy Murray announces retirement after Paris Olympics
Andy Murray announces retirement after Paris Olympics
Andy Murray has confirmed he will retire from tennis following the 2024 Paris Olympics.
Read More... Over half a million tickets remain unsold for Paris Olympics amid strike threats and public discontent
Over half a million tickets remain unsold for Paris Olympics amid strike threats and public discontent
More than half a million tickets remain unsold for the Paris Olympics, just days before the opening ceremony. Organizers have confirmed that between 500,000 and
Read More... Gareth Southgate steps down as England manager following Euro 2024 final defeat
Gareth Southgate steps down as England manager following Euro 2024 final defeat
Gareth Southgate has resigned as England manager after the Three Lions' 2-1 defeat by Spain in the Euro 2024 final on Sunday.
Read More... Gary Lineker names Jurgen Klopp as ideal successor to Gareth Southgate
Gary Lineker names Jurgen Klopp as ideal successor to Gareth Southgate
Gary Lineker believes that England should "go all out" to secure Jurgen Klopp as the next manager, following Gareth Southgate's tenure. Southgate's future is in
Read More... Scottish newspaper sparks outrage with Euro 2024 final headline
Scottish newspaper sparks outrage with Euro 2024 final headline
A Scottish newspaper has ignited controversy with its provocative front page calling on Spain to defeat England in the Euro 2024 final.
Read More... Pubs to stay open late as England aims for European football glory
Pubs to stay open late as England aims for European football glory
Pubs and bars across England and Wales will be allowed to stay open until 1am on Sunday, July 14th, as England competes in the final of the UEFA European Football
Read More... Krejcikova triumphs over Paolini to claim Wimbledon title
Krejcikova triumphs over Paolini to claim Wimbledon title
Barbora Krejcikova fended off a determined Jasmine Paolini to capture her second Grand Slam singles title in a thrilling Wimbledon final.
Read More... Turkish hooligans cause chaos in London and Berlin following defeat by the Netherlands
Turkish hooligans cause chaos in London and Berlin following defeat by the Netherlands
Following the Turkish national team's loss to the Netherlands in the European Championship quarter-finals, supporters of the "Grey Wolves" caused disturbances in London and Berlin.
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Government refocuses university watchdog to ensure financial stability and student outcomes
The Office for Students (OfS) will refocus its efforts to prioritize the financial stability of the higher education sector and improve outcomes for students,Read More... -
Families face rising costs and shortages for summer holiday clubs
Families paying for holiday clubs this summer now face a bill of £1,045 for six weeks of care for one child – a rise of 6%, according to a survey by the charityRead More... -
Revitalizing history: plans unveiled for Oxford's Historic Museum building
Plans have been unveiled to revamp one of the world's oldest public museum buildings, the History of Science Museum in Oxford. The proposals aim to enhance accessibility and inclusivityRead More... -
Bristol emerges as UK's second most expensive city for student accommodation
New research from CBRE has unveiled Bristol as the second most expensive city for student accommodation in the UK, closely trailing behind London.Read More... -
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako's Oxford reunion: nostalgia, honors, and cultural bonds
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako of Japan undertook a nostalgic journey back to their alma mater, the University of Oxford, on June 28th.Read More... -
Oxford University dismantles Gaza protest camp outside Museum
An encampment outside the Oxford University Museum of Natural History, where students were protesting against the war in Gaza, is being dismantled.Read More... -
Pro-Palestinian students end LSE building encampment
Pro-Palestinian student protesters have ended their month-long encampment on the ground floor of a London School of Economics (LSE) building. The group initially set up the encampmentRead More... -
Guatemalan scientist honored in the UK for pioneering research
María Isabel Amorín has been awarded the 2024 Chevening Alumni of the Year for her exceptional contributions to sustainable development projects.Read More... -
Imperial College surpasses Oxford and Cambridge in QS World University Rankings
Imperial College London has achieved a significant milestone by surpassing the universities of Oxford and Cambridge in a prominent global ranking system.Read More...
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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...
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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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Hull City's manager, Liam Rosenior, has spoken out against racist comments directed at him on social media, emphasizing the need for greater accountability online.
Manchester United's defensive lineup could see the return of Lisandro Martinez for their upcoming Premier League encounter against Brentford, according to manager Erik ten Hag. Martinez,
Today, Culture Secretary Lucy Frazer is spearheading a collaborative effort involving industry leaders tasked with implementing the recommendations outlined in the Review of
The Department for Culture, Media and Sport, along with Sports England, has announced a substantial investment of £60.5 million to bolster the long-term financial sustainability
Keir Starmer has stepped into the debate surrounding the latest England football kits, urging for the reversal of the "updated" design of the St. George's Cross.
The introduction of a historic Football Governance Bill in Parliament marks a significant step towards reforming the governance of men's elite football in England and prioritizing the interests of
Dame Laura Kenny, renowned as Britain's most accomplished female Olympian, has declared her retirement from cycling.
Walking just 15,000 steps a week could potentially extend your lifespan by up to three years, according to a recent study. Researchers suggest that adopting this habit could have significant
Everton's penalty for breaching Premier League financial regulations has been lessened from 10 points to six after a successful appeal process.
Schools are facing significant financial strains due to escalating costs associated with contracts with private firms.