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Man arrested in connection with theft of £150,000 violin
A man has been arrested as part of an investigation into the theft of a valuable 18th-century violin, worth over £150,000, stolen from a north London pub.Read More... -
Ai-Da robot unveils AI-painted portrait of King Charles III at Geneva reception
The UK Mission to the WTO and United Nations in Geneva hosted a distinctive reception this week, featuring Ai-Da — the world’s first ultra-realistic humanoid robot artist.Read More... -
Anglican communion considers scaling back Archbishop of Canterbury’s global role to prevent schism
The Anglican Communion is weighing reforms that would reduce the Archbishop of Canterbury’s central leadership role in a bid to hold together its 85 million members amid deepeningRead More... -
Black Sabbath farewell gig raises £140 million for charity, says director
Black Sabbath's final concert has raised a staggering £140 million for charity, according to Tom Morello, the event’s musical director and guitarist for Rage Against The Machine.Read More... -
Bayeux Tapestry to return to the UK for the first time in nearly 1,000 years
The Bayeux Tapestry, one of the most iconic pieces of medieval art, is set to be displayed in the UK for the first time since its creation over 900 years ago, the Department for Culture, MediaRead More... -
Hundreds of new homes proposed for Blenheim Palace estate
Plans to build 500 new homes on the Blenheim Palace estate have been submitted to Cherwell District Council. The development would be located east of Park View in Woodstock, Oxfordshire,Read More... -
The best moments from Oasis’ triumphant return in Cardiff
Oasis made a thunderous comeback in Cardiff, opening their reunion show with Hello and a heartfelt “it’s good to be back,” marking their first performance together in 16 years.Read More... -
Royal Academy of Music to launch new campus in East London
The Royal Academy of Music (RAM) has unveiled plans to open a new campus at London City Island in east London, promising "endless possibilities" for students and staff.Read More... -
Anna Wintour steps down as US Vogue editor-in-chief after 37 years
Dame Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue, a position she has held for an unprecedented 37 years.Read More... -
£35m George Street revamp gets council backing despite funding doubts
Plans to transform Edinburgh’s George Street have been approved by city councillors, with construction expected to begin in August 2027—if the money can be secured.Read More... -
Police seek help after £150,000 violin stolen from North London pub
Police are appealing for information after a rare 18th-century violin, valued at over £150,000, was stolen from a pub in north London.Read More... -
Chris Brown denies assault charge in London nightclub incident
Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty to assault charges related to a 2023 nightclub altercation in London. The 36-year-old US singer is accused of attacking music producer Abraham Diaw with aRead More...
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In one of the largest drug seizures in UK history, authorities have confiscated 2.4 tonnes of cocaine valued at approximately £96 million. The massive haul was discovered hidden beneath
Bamburgh in Northumberland has once again claimed the title of the UK’s favourite seaside destination, topping the list for the fifth year running, according to consumer group Which?.
Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky has been named the new chairman of Royal Mail, according to an announcement from his investment firm, EP Group, on Friday.
London is on track to see its population rise to nearly 9.5 million by 2032, setting the stage for a total of 10 million residents by the middle of the next decade, according to new figures from
The UK government has opened a six-week Call for Evidence, inviting input from across the steel industry to help design stronger, long-term trade protections. The initiative aims to support
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is set to make a full state visit to the United Kingdom later this year, following scheduling conflicts that prevented an informal summer meeting
A new report from the Resolution Foundation suggests that living standards in the UK are set to remain mostly flat for the rest of the decade, with lower-income households expected to see
An ambitious and architecturally striking 10-storey development named the Holborn Dome is set to dramatically reshape the landscape of central London. Positioned just a short walk from
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has publicly opposed the government’s proposed benefit cuts for disabled people, urging ministers to "urgently think again" about the planned reforms.
The UK will commit to spending 5% of its GDP on defence by 2035, Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced, following weeks of diplomatic discussions and pressure from international allies.