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London Marathon sees record-breaking number of applicants for 2025 race
London Marathon sees record-breaking number of applicants for 2025 race
The anticipation for the 2025 London Marathon is soaring as event organizers reveal a remarkable surge in applications, setting a new record for participation.
Read More... Two Premier League players arrested in connection with alleged rape
Two Premier League players arrested in connection with alleged rape
Two Premier League footballers, both aged 19, have been arrested in connection with an alleged rape. They were released on bail after being interviewed by police.
Read More... Kenya dominates London Marathon with Munyao's win and Jepchirchir's record-breaking victory
Kenya dominates London Marathon with Munyao's win and Jepchirchir's record-breaking victory
Alexander Mutiso Munyao of Kenya clinched victory at the London Marathon, honoring the memory of last year's champion Kelvin Kiptum, who tragically passed away in a car accident in
Read More... London Marathon 2024: largest ever field takes on grueling 26.2-mile course
London Marathon 2024: largest ever field takes on grueling 26.2-mile course
A record-breaking 50,000 runners are participating in this year's London Marathon, marking what organizers have touted as the most inclusive event to date. Against the backdrop of a dry and
Read More... Football coaching boosts wellbeing of troubled pupils, study reveals
Football coaching boosts wellbeing of troubled pupils, study reveals
An extensive study conducted in Greater Manchester has uncovered the profound positive impact of intensive mentoring through football kickabouts on the wellbeing of troubled schoolchildren.
Read More... Emma Raducanu's stunning performance leads Britain to historic win in Billie Jean King Cup
Emma Raducanu's stunning performance leads Britain to historic win in Billie Jean King Cup
Former US Open champion Emma Raducanu showcased her exceptional talent as she propelled Great Britain to a remarkable victory against France in the Billie Jean King Cup.
Read More... Manchester Marathon 2024: road closures and race highlights for over 30,000 runners
Manchester Marathon 2024: road closures and race highlights for over 30,000 runners
Today, over 30,000 runners are expected to flood the streets of Manchester for the city's annual marathon.
Read More... London Landmarks Half Marathon raises over £50 million for charity
London Landmarks Half Marathon raises over £50 million for charity
The London Landmarks Half Marathon has reached a significant milestone, with participants raising more than £50 million for charitable causes since its inception, according to organizers.
Read More... Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games injected £1.2 billion into UK economy
Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games injected £1.2 billion into UK economy
The Birmingham 2022 Commonwealth Games has proven to be a financial boon for the UK, contributing nearly £1.2 billion to the economy, according to a new evaluation released today.
Read More... Hull City manager condemns racist social media posts
Hull City manager condemns racist social media posts
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.
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Government plans to remove cap on faith school places
The Department for Education, led by The Rt Hon Gillian Keegan MP, is set to introduce proposals aimed at expanding school options by lifting the cap on faith school places.Read More... -
Home Secretary's actions lead to substantial reduction in migration
Efforts spearheaded by the Home Secretary to overhaul the UK's immigration system and curtail unsustainable levels of migration are yielding tangible results, as indicated byRead More... -
Leaked data reveals: one-third of asylum-seeking foreign students tied to six UK universities
Concerns over the misuse of higher education as an immigration pathway have been reignited as leaked figures expose a significant concentration of asylum claims among foreign students,Read More... -
University of Oxford announces 2024 honorary degree recipients
Six distinguished individuals have been selected to receive honorary degrees from the University of Oxford this year. At the upcoming Encaenia ceremony, the following recipients will beRead More... -
Pro-Palestine protesters disrupt Nancy Pelosi's speech at Oxford Union: police intervene
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Police intervened during Nancy Pelosi's speech at the Oxford Union on Thursday, removing two pro-Palestine protesters who disrupted the event by waving Palestinian flags. -
MI5 alerts: foreign entities target UK universities, threatening national security
Foreign entities are actively targeting British universities with the aim of undermining national security, according to a warning issued by MI5. University leaders from 24 prominent institutionsRead More... -
Harnessing AI for national security: opportunities and risks
The Alan Turing Institute has underscored the pivotal role of artificial intelligence (AI) in informing crucial national security decisions, while also cautioning against potential risks.Read More... -
London school implements 12-hour day to address phone addiction among students
In a bold move aimed at curbing phone addiction among its students, the All Saints Catholic College in Notting Hill, London, has unveiled plans to extend the school day to 12 hours.Read More... -
Ofcom: nearly one-fourth of children aged 5-7 own smartphones
A recent study by Ofcom suggests that nearly a quarter of children aged five to seven in the UK now possess their own smartphones, indicating a significant rise in technology adoption amongRead More... -
Muslim student loses High Court challenge against ban on prayer rituals at London School
A Muslim student's High Court challenge against a ban on prayer rituals at a high-achieving school in London, once dubbed Britain's strictest, was dismissed today.Read More...
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Culture
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Pippa Middleton and James Matthews unveil lodge at Bucklebury Farm
Pippa Middleton and her billionaire husband James Matthews have inaugurated the lodge at Bucklebury Farm Park in Berkshire, offering a venue for parties, events, and Pilates sessions.Read More... -
Five British museums nominated for prestigious arts prize
Museums across Skipton, Dundee, Manchester, and London are vying for the esteemed title of Museum of the Year 2024.Read More... -
Gustav Klimt portrait sells for £25.7 million at Vienna auction
A 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... -
Rishi Sunak: remembering those lost in terror attack
In 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... -
Co-op Live: Manchester's new arena opens with high capacity and ambitions
A 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... -
Brontë birthplace unveils open day prior to renovation
The birthplace of the renowned Brontë sisters is set to welcome visitors for a special glimpse inside before embarking on a significant refurbishment.Read More... -
Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' smashes Spotify record
Taylor 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... -
Historic London pub, linked to Royalty, ravaged by fire: a heartbreaking loss
A 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... -
Salvator Rosa painting stolen from Oxford, recovered in Romania, and returned to UK
A 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... -
Plans to demolish former Museum of London site put on pause
A last-minute intervention from Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove has halted plans to demolish the former Museum of London site.Read More... -
June’s London Fashion Week returns with fresh concept
The 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... -
London's inaugural Taiwanese culture festival explores island's identity and history
London'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... -
Soho showcase: The Art of Banksy unveils London's largest collection
The 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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The number of pubs in England and Wales being demolished or converted for alternative uses has risen by 50% in the latest quarter, according to official government
The leading UK manufacturing trade association has revised its growth forecast for the sector in 2023 and 2024, citing a significant decline in factory output and growing
According to property website Rightmove, asking prices for homes in Britain saw a modest increase this month, bouncing back from a significant drop in August. However,
Sir Keir Starmer, leader of the UK's Labour Party, has declared his intention to pursue a "significantly improved" Brexit agreement with the EU in the event of a Labour victory in the upcoming
Marks & Spencer is making a significant environmental move by replacing plastic carrier bags with paper ones across all of its stores. This initiative expands upon a trial that
In a pointed critique, former Bank of England Governor Mark Carney has lambasted the government led by Liz Truss, accusing it of transforming Britain into "Argentina on
Police authorities have taken a man into custody in the vicinity of Buckingham Palace.
Legal costs will be capped in lower damages clinical negligence claims to support victims, speed up justice and protect taxpayers and NHS England cash.
Ava Stanley, a 63-year-old resident of Higham, Kent, raised alarm bells when she believed her life was in peril due to an alleged disregard for her heart condition by a nurse
Junior Toussaint and Andrene Paul, both from near Paris, were sentenced to a combined 9 years and 11 months at Hove Crown Court today after pleading guilty to assisting