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A major new £11.78 million funding programme has opened in Port Talbot, offering a significant boost to local businesses, job creation and long-term
UK businesses are being warned not to leave themselves exposed to cyber criminals as the government launches a new nationwide campaign aimed at boosting

Britain’s labour market showed fresh signs of strain as unemployment rose to its highest level in more than a decade outside the pandemic, while wage growth
The UK’s biggest purpose-built tribunal centre is opening in London, marking a major step in efforts to reduce long delays and improve access to justice across England and Wales.

The UK government is stepping up its efforts to protect children online, with the Prime Minister announcing swift action to rein in powerful tech platforms and close legal loopholes that put

UK property asking prices have stabilised after a sharp post-budget surge over the Christmas and New Year period, according to data published on Monday by Rightmove.

Westminster City Council has announced a fresh round of neighbourhood investment worth more than £2 million, targeting school facilities, community spaces, public Wi-Fi and heritage sites

Passengers flying out early from London Luton Airport this February half term can now enjoy a smoother start to their journey, thanks to a brand-new evening bag

British soldiers will soon head into operations with a powerful new advantage: an advanced acoustic system that can pinpoint enemy gunfire, mortars and
Two men have been handed lengthy prison sentences in the United Kingdom after a court found they were preparing an Islamic State-inspired terrorist attack

Culture
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Who stood behind Western support for Ukraine’s independence?
From the life story of British politician Stefan TerlezkyRead More... -
London secures £4.66m lifeline for Notting Hill Carnival as iconic festival marks 60 years
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has stepped in with a crucial £4.66 million funding package to ensure the Notting Hill Carnival goes ahead this August, as the world-famous event celebratesRead More... -
Paul McCartney announces new album “The Boys of Dungeon Lane,” a nostalgic return to Liverpool roots
Legendary musician Paul McCartney is set to release his first solo album in more than five years, offering fans an intimate journey back to his childhood streets in Liverpool. The upcomingRead More... -
The National Gallery visitor numbers surge 29% in 2025 after bicentenary and Sainsbury Wing reopening
The National Gallery has reported a remarkable resurgence in visitor numbers, with a 29% increase in attendance during 2025 following its landmark bicentenary celebrations and theRead More... -
The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded £141,000 to preserve historic synagogues
A new grant from the National Lottery will help preserve historic synagogues in areas such as Wales, Brighton, and the East End, addressing the challenges of declining congregations andRead More... -
Lady Mayor hosts landmark Mansion House dinner celebrating women leaders and future trailblazers in the UK
In a historic first for Mansion House, the official residence of the City of London’s Lord Mayor, a special dinner was held to honour the achievements of women leaders across the UK and theRead More... -
Natural History Museum becomes UK’s most visited attraction in 2025, surpassing British Museum
London’s Natural History Museum has claimed the spot as the United Kingdom’s most popular tourist attraction in 2025, drawing a record-breaking 7.1 million visitors over the year.Read More... -
IWM acquires Dame Vera Lynn’s wartime archive: 600 letters reveal untold stories of love and loss
The Imperial War Museums (IWM) has secured a remarkable piece of British history with the acquisition of the complete Second World War archive of Dame Vera Lynn — the belovedRead More... -
UK City of Culture 2029: nine destinations shortlisted as cultural race heats up
Nine destinations across the UK have been officially longlisted in the race to become the UK City of Culture for 2029, marking the next phase of one of the country’s most influential culturalRead More... -
Paris museum unveils enchanting “Unicorns!” exhibition exploring myth across cultures
The Musée National du Moyen Âge, also known as the Musée de Cluny, is inviting visitors into a world where myth meets history with its captivating exhibition, “Unicorns!”. The show delvesRead More...

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