Culture
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British Library to celebrate Agatha Christie with landmark 2026 exhibition
The British Library has just announced something pretty exciting: in October 2026, it’s opening a major exhibition dedicated to the Queen of Crime herself, Agatha Christie.Read More... -
America’s secret party palace in London: where presidents crash and celebrities mingle
Tucked away inside Regent’s Park, on a private stretch of land the size of seven football pitches, sits Winfield House — the official residence of the US ambassador to the UK. On paper, it’s...Read More... -
National Gallery receives £375m boost for landmark expansion
The National Gallery in London is preparing for a major transformation after securing a record-breaking £375 million in donations to fund a brand-new wing.Read More... -
Turns out David Bowie still had one more surprise up his sleeve
When he passed away in 2016, the world thought his last artistic statement was Blackstar – that haunting, brilliant final album shaped by his own awareness of mortality. But tucked away,Read More... -
Part of Victorian building collapses in Cleckheaton
A section of a former Victorian church, now used as a wedding venue, has collapsed onto a busy street in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire.Read More... -
Black culture festival returns to Trafalgar Square this weekend
Trafalgar Square is set to come alive this weekend with the return of Black On The Square—a free festival celebrating Black culture, creativity, and community. Running from 12pm to 6pm, theRead More... -
Take a book, leave a Book: South London gets four new mini libraries
If you love books and the idea of swapping stories with your community, you’re in luck—Penguin Books is setting up four new “Book Stops” across South London this month.Read More... -
His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards 2026–2027
Nominations are now open for the 2026 His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards.Read More... -
“Toxic bullying culture” and “pandering to far right”: South London councillor walks away from Labour
A Lambeth councillor has dramatically quit the Labour Party, accusing it of fostering a “toxic culture of bullying” and “pandering to the far right.”Read More... -
For the very first time, Queen Marie of Romania’s delicate floral watercolors are heading to London
From September 18 to October 12, her works—kept safe for over a century in the manuscripts of the Romanian Academy—will be shown at The King’s Foundation Garrison Chapel Gallery,Read More... -
A huge Japanese food & culture festival is coming to London next month – and it’s totally free
For one day only, Trafalgar Square will transform into a vibrant hub of Japanese food, music, and traditions – and you won’t want to miss it. On September 21, the UK’s biggest annualRead More... -
Why England’s streets are suddenly covered in flags
Lately, if you’ve been driving around parts of England, you’ve probably noticed something unusual: lampposts covered in Union Jacks and St George’s crosses. In places like Birmingham,Read More...
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House prices in the UK experienced a modest rise of 0.1% in October, significantly slowing from September’s 0.6% monthly increase, according to mortgage lender Nationwide on Friday.
A 63-year-old man has been arrested by the Metropolitan Police in connection with the theft of 22 tonnes of high-end cheddar cheese, worth over £300,000, from a dairy in London.
British finance minister Rachel Reeves delivered her initial budget statement to parliament on Wednesday, revealing significant tax increases—the largest since 1993—and adjustments to fiscal
The teenager accused of fatally stabbing three young girls and injuring 10 others at a Taylor Swift-themed dance class remained silent in court on Wednesday while facing new charges related
British retailer Next announced on Wednesday that it expects annual profits to surpass £1 billion ($1.3 billion) for the first time, highlighting the success of the company's strategy
Israeli companies are increasingly choosing the London Stock Exchange (LSE) as a strategic platform for international exposure. Today, there are 22 Israeli-affiliated firms listed on the LSE with
On Wednesday, Britain’s new finance minister, Rachel Reeves, is expected to unveil one of the most substantial tax hikes in over 30 years. The tax measures aim to fund improvements in public
In response to rising homelessness, London Mayor Sadiq Khan has convened an urgent summit with Minister for Homelessness and Rough Sleeping Rushanara Ali MP, local councils, healthcare
The government has announced plans to revitalize the country’s housing market by transforming neglected brownfield sites into new housing developments. This effort, aimed at creating jobs
Over a million low-paid workers across the UK could soon see a boost in their wages as Chancellor Rachel Reeves reportedly plans to raise the minimum wage by more than 6%.