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IWM Duxford to open new Second World War rooms revealing unseen artefacts and daily life of wartime pilots
IWM Duxford is set to open three newly restored Second World War spaces, offering visitors an intimate look at the lives of aircrew stationed at the Cambridgeshire airfield during the conflict.Read More... -
War-torn Trafalgar Union Flag faces possible departure from UK
A rare Union Flag that led the British charge at the Battle of Trafalgar has been placed under an export bar, giving UK institutions the chance to keep the historic relic in the country.Read More... -
Barbican to host Liam Young’s first UK solo exhibition in 2026
The Barbican has announced ‘In Other Worlds’, the first UK solo exhibition by artist, director and BAFTA-nominated producer Liam Young. Opening May 2026, the immersive show will exploreRead More... -
The Manchester Museum displays thousands of African artefacts it knows little about
A museum in northwest England has unveiled a new gallery showcasing thousands of African artefacts, many of which the institution admits it knows very little about. The exhibition aims toRead More... -
Captain John Narbrough’s journal faces export ban amid fears it could leave the UK
A rare 17th-century manuscript journal documenting Captain John Narbrough’s secret expedition to Spanish America and the Pacific has been placed under a temporary export ban, giving UKRead More... -
Earliest evidence of human fire-making unearthed in Suffolk
A team led by the British Museum has uncovered what is now the earliest known evidence of humans deliberately making fire—dating back around 400,000 years—at a site in Barnham,Read More... -
Rothschild 15th-century prayer book set to fetch up to $7 million at Sotheby’s auction
Ultra-rare 15th-century mahzor features vivid medieval illustrationsRead More... -
Ray Winstone honoured with Freedom of the City of London
Ray Winstone, one of the UK’s most celebrated ‘hard man’ actors, has been awarded the Freedom of the City of London in recognition of his extensive charitable and fundraising work.Read More... -
Golden Globe 2026 nominations announced ahead of January ceremony
The nominations for the 83rd annual Golden Globe Awards were unveiled on Monday, setting the stage for the first major awards ceremony of the season on January 11.Read More... -
Mayor of London granted right to use historic GLC coat of arms
The Mayor of London has been officially granted permission to use the historic coat of arms once belonging to the former Greater London Council (GLC), following approval from the King.Read More... -
Who will shape the National Gallery’s tomorrow? Architects shortlisted for landmark expansion
The National Gallery has announced a shortlist of six architectural teams competing to design a major new wing as part of its ambitious £750 million Project DomaniRead More... -
National Gallery unveils ambitious exhibition programme for 2026
The National Gallery has announced a landmark line-up of exhibitions for 2026, spanning five centuries of European art and bringing together rare loans, first-ever UK presentations, and iconicRead More...

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The UK has deployed hundreds of military personnel to Finland as part of a major NATO exercise, reinforcing the Alliance’s strength and readiness on its eastern front.

The London Wetland Centre in Barnes, south-west London, marks its 25th anniversary this year — a milestone for what was once the world’s largest man-made wetland in a capital city.
A record number of Americans have applied for British citizenship in the first quarter of this year, following Donald Trump’s return to the White House, according to newly released figures

Royal Mail is under investigation by Ofcom after failing to meet key delivery performance targets, potentially facing another fine from the regulator.

A recent Home Office operation targeting people smuggling and abuse of the Common Travel Area (CTA) has led to 33 arrests across Northern Ireland, North West England, and Wales.
An unnamed UK Special Forces (UKSF) officer personally rejected 1,585 resettlement applications from Afghan nationals with credible ties to UK special forces, according to documents revealed
London Councils have commissioned City Science to carry out new research focused on climate equity. The goal is to offer practical recommendations that help both London Councils and
Retail sales in the UK jumped by 1.2% in April, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), as sunny weather and the Easter holiday drove higher spending on food and drink.

The British pound reached its strongest level in over three years on Friday, buoyed by stronger-than-expected UK retail sales and growing unease surrounding U.S. financial markets.

Millions of public sector employees, including nurses, doctors, teachers, and armed forces personnel, have been offered pay increases ranging from 3.6% to 4.5%, following the government's

