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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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A voluntary organization that provides support to homeless individuals in Londonderry is concerned that budget cuts could force its closure. The Department for Communities, responsible for
In a move aimed at addressing concerns about rising borrowing costs, Britain's opposition Labour Party has scaled back its ambitious pledge to invest £28 billion per year in green industries.
Critical radars that protect the Royal Navy’s fleet of warships against hostile airborne and seaborne attacks will be upgraded and maintained under a deal worth £270 million.
The British government has introduced new tax changes aimed at safeguarding energy security and preserving British jobs in the oil and gas sector. These measures were implemented in
Public trust in the police is hanging by a thread, according to the Chief Inspector of Constabulary, Andy Cooke. In his annual report on policing in England and Wales, Cooke warned that the
Three new Yeoman Warders, commonly known as Beefeaters, have been appointed at the Tower of London, and they will be the first to wear the cypher of King Charles III since his reign
The Met Office has issued a thunderstorm weather warning for large parts of England and Wales ahead of what is anticipated to be the hottest weekend of the year so far. As central and
According to job search platform Indeed, wage growth in the United Kingdom has outpaced the United States and the eurozone. Advertised salaries in the UK recorded a growth rate of 6.8%
Credit ratings agency Moody's has issued a warning that house prices in Britain could experience a 10% decline over the next two years. According to Moody's Investor Service, a more severe
The government spent nearly £40 billion protecting households and businesses from spiralling energy bills over the colder months, new figures today show.