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London Zoo’s giraffes take centre stage in New London Underground poster celebrating 200 years of ZSL
London Zoo’s iconic giraffes have stepped into the spotlight with the launch of a striking new London Underground poster, marking the start of ZSL’s 200th anniversaryRead More... -
Rare 18th-century ‘Shock Dog’ sculpture by Anne Damer faces possible export from the UK
A rare 18th-century terracotta sculpture of a dog by pioneering British artist Anne Seymour Damer has been placed under a temporary export bar, amid concerns it could leave the UK unless aRead More... -
Astronomers Take Over: hands-on space gallery and live Planetarium shows launch at the National Maritime Museum
A new space adventure is landing in Greenwich. ‘Astronomers Take Over’, a playful, hands-on gallery led by real astronomers, opens at the National Maritime MuseumRead More... -
UK Prime Minister champions British theatre’s growing success in China during Shanghai visit
The Prime Minister has highlighted the growing global influence of British theatre during a visit to Shanghai, underlining how the UK’s creative industries are driving economic growth andRead More... -
King Charles and Queen Camilla host green carpet premiere at Windsor Castle for new Amazon prime film
King Charles, with Queen Camilla by his side, opened the doors of the longest-occupied castle in Europe for a sparkling evening at Windsor Castle, marking the premiere of ‘Finding Harmony –Read More... -
Karen Newman appointed to sculpt Queen Elizabeth II for National Memorial in St James’s Park
Renowned British sculptor Karen Newman MRSS has been appointed to create a new sculpture of Queen Elizabeth II as part of the UK’s national memorial to the late Monarch, the QueenRead More... -
UK government unveils £1.5bn culture investment to save 1,000 local venues and restore national pride
The government has announced a landmark £1.5 billion investment in arts, culture and heritage, pledging to safeguard more than 1,000 local venues across England and reverse years ofRead More... -
Museum of Oxford reveals 2026 programme focused on community stories, talks and events
The Museum of Oxford has unveiled its 2026 programme, setting out a year of talks, tours and hands-on events that place local people and shared histories firmly centre stage. The newRead More... -
£9m Claude Lorrain masterpiece faces possible export as UK scrambles to keep Baroque treasure
A Baroque landscape masterpiece valued at £9 million has been placed under a temporary export ban, giving UK institutions a final opportunity to keep the work in the country.Read More... -
Welsh towns invited to compete for first-ever UK Town of Culture title
Could a Welsh town become the very first UK Town of Culture? Communities across Wales are being invited to step into the national spotlight as the UK launches its inaugural Town of CultureRead More... -
In Bloom: How plants shaped Britain and the modern world
Plants surround us every day – in our gardens, our homes and even in our cups of tea – yet few of us stop to consider the extraordinary journeys they have taken to get here.Read More... -
UK launches first town of culture competition to revive local pride and boost economic growth
The government has officially launched the UK’s first-ever Town of Culture competition, marking a major new push to restore pride in communities and drive cultural-led economic growthRead More... -
Government announces academy trust inspections to strengthen school accountability
New academy trust inspections to boost transparency for parents and strengthen outcomes for childrenRead More...

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Barclays reported a stronger-than-expected 23% rise in first-half profits, driven by a surge in trading activity sparked by U.S. President Donald Trump’s trade tariffs.
Food prices in the UK surged in July, reaching their highest inflation level in 17 months, largely driven by the rising costs of everyday staples like tea and meat. According to the British Retail
A 41-year-old man was arrested on Sunday after causing a disruption aboard a flight from London to Glasgow. Witnesses reported that the man stood up during the flight and began shouting

The City of London Corporation has achieved the largest reduction in carbon emissions within its sphere of influence among all UK local authorities between 2005 and 2023, according to recent

Recycling services across England are set for a major upgrade, with £1.1 billion being allocated to local councils to improve collections and infrastructure, Circular Economy Minister Mary
Pubs and live music venues in England and Wales could soon face fewer noise complaints, thanks to proposed changes in planning and licensing laws.

The UK Home Office has warned that single adult male asylum seekers who refuse to move from hotels into "suitable alternative accommodation" may face eviction and potential
U.S. President Donald Trump is heading to Scotland on Friday for a visit blending leisure and diplomacy, while questions about his ties to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein continue to

Retail sales in the UK rose by 0.9% in June, driven by hot weather that encouraged shoppers to buy summer clothes, stock up on drinks, and travel more, according to data from the Office for

Shoplifting in England and Wales has soared to an all-time high, with over 530,000 recorded offences in the year leading up to March 2025, according to new figures from the Office for

