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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... -
Louvre workers strike over overtourism, forcing sudden museum closure
The Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum, was forced to close its doors Monday after staff staged a spontaneous strike, citing unbearable working conditions and the overwhelming crush ofRead More... -
Pulp score first UK number one album in 27 years with more
Indie rock legends Pulp have returned to the top of the UK album charts for the first time in nearly three decades, with their latest release More debuting at number one, according to theRead More... -
Jonathan Anderson named creative director for both men's and women's collections at Dior
Jonathan Anderson, the celebrated Northern Irish designer, has been appointed creative director of both the men’s and women’s collections at Dior — marking a historic first for the FrenchRead More...
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A prominent supporter of the proposed Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre in Westminster has forecasted that the long-awaited project will be completed by 2027.
A seaside town, just an hour from London, has gained notoriety after a TikTok user branded it "one of the most dangerous places in the southeast of England." The controversial remarks were
Experts are warning Brits to be vigilant about the hidden symptoms of human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a potentially hazardous flu-like illness that has caused significant disruptions in China.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer expressed his confidence in City Minister Tulip Siddiq on Monday, as she faces growing calls to step down amid a financial corruption investigation in
This summer, Wales is on track to finish one of the UK’s largest and most technically complex road projects. Funded by the Welsh Government at a cost of £1.4 billion, the project aims to boost
Millions of patients will soon have access to more appointments closer to home, speeding up the treatment process, as part of a newly announced plan aimed at reducing hospital backlogs.
By the end of Monday, Justin Welby will ceremonially relinquish his role as Archbishop of Canterbury by laying down his ceremonial staff. Following his resignation, Welby has largely stayed out
The UK’s service sector maintained growth momentum in December, as indicated by data released on Monday, though the final quarter of the year remained subdued overall.
New car registrations in the UK recorded growth in 2024, according to industry data released on Monday, marking the end of a difficult year for the automotive sector as it navigates a
Councillors have celebrated a significant milestone in Bristol’s environmental progress, as Bristol City Council continues its rapid transition away from fossil fuel dependency.