Culture
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Plans to demolish former Museum of London site put on pauseA last-minute intervention from Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove has halted plans to demolish the former Museum of London site.Read More...
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June’s London Fashion Week returns with fresh conceptThe 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...
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London's inaugural Taiwanese culture festival explores island's identity and historyLondon'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...
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Soho showcase: The Art of Banksy unveils London's largest collectionThe 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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Taylor Swift joins billionaire elite: a look at the wealthiest of 2024Taylor Swift has ascended to the ranks of the world's wealthiest individuals, marking her debut on the billionaire list alongside luminaries such as Elon Musk. This revelation comes courtesy of aRead More...
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JK Rowling challenges police to "arrest her" amid Twitter controversy surrounding Scotland's Hate Crime ActThe Hate Crime and Public Order Act has officially taken effect in Scotland, sparking a fiery debate over free speech and expression. At the center of this controversy is renowned authorRead More...
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UK-Australia Free Trade Agreement unlocks royalty windfall for British artistsBritish artists are poised to receive a substantial boost in royalties from their work sold in Australia, thanks to the recently enacted UK-Australia Free Trade Agreement.Read More...
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Controversial Prince Philip statue to be removed from CambridgeA contentious £150,000 sculpture depicting Prince Philip is set to be dismantled after the city council labeled it as potentially the lowest-quality artwork ever submitted.Read More...
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Freddie Mercury’s former London residence hits the market for £30 millionGarden Lodge, the esteemed London abode once inhabited by rock icon Freddie Mercury, is now available for purchase, beckoning those with a penchant for legendary rock history and a heftyRead More...
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Katie Price declared bankrupt again over £750,000 unpaid tax billKatie Price, the 45-year-old former glamour model, has faced bankruptcy for the second time due to her failure to settle over £750,000 in unpaid tax. Unless she can repay the amount owed toRead More...
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Princess Anne presents the Gold CupNesea, situated in Palmanova just 300 meters from the beach and adjacent to the La Vila shopping center, offers an ideal location for those seeking to reside a mere 3 minutes away fromRead More...
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Glastonbury line-up 2024: Dua Lipa, Coldplay, SZA, and Shania Twain top the billDua Lipa, Coldplay, and SZA are set to headline this year's Glastonbury Festival, as announced by organizers.Read More...
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Groucho Club expands beyond London, set to open Yorkshire branchRenowned as one of London's premier private members' clubs, The Groucho Club has announced its plans for expansion into Yorkshire. The new establishment, dubbed Groucho Bretton,Read More...
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The British economy's growth forecast for 2024 has been revised down to 0.7%, announced Finance Minister Jeremy Hunt, referring to the latest projections from the Office for Budget
Plans unveiled by Petroineos, the owners of Scotland's sole oil refinery, suggest the potential shutdown of the facility by 2025. The company cited significant challenges stemming from global
Pensioners are poised to receive a substantial boost of nearly £18 per week in their state pensions as Chancellor Jeremy Hunt upholds the 'triple lock' policy, steadfastly tied to the soaring
British autocatalyst manufacturer Johnson Matthey has disclosed plans to slash approximately 600 positions within its support functions, aiming to optimize its focus on energy transition
The Treasury has revealed a significant boost in the National Living Wage, set to rise by over a pound an hour starting April, marking the most substantial increase in more than ten years.
Successful schemes to make the capital more energy efficient are set to save more than 50,000 tonnes of carbon in 2024 – equivalent to nearly 85,000 flights from London to New York – the
IAG, the parent company of British Airways, projected a medium-term operating margin of 12% to 15% during its capital markets day. Despite robust results in the third quarter and an
Councils in London are grappling with a substantial financial gap of £600 million amidst a deepening "homelessness crisis" in the city, according to London Councils, representing the
Buckingham Palace is set to welcome South Korea's President Yoon Suk Yeol for a grand state banquet hosted by King Charles. The visit marks the first incoming state visit since the King's
With incidents of hate crime recently having risen in the capital and nationwide, the Mayor has today announced £250,000 in new funding for the Community Alliance To Combat Hate (CATCH)