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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... -
Cumbrian animated flood film scoops international science award
A short animated film featuring a red squirrel from Cumbria has won an international education award, shining a global spotlight on how trees can help tackle floodingRead More... -
Inside an immersive Guildhall Art Gallery exhibition inspired by the London Tube
The sensory world of the London Tube is brought vividly to life in a new immersive exhibition at Guildhall Art Gallery, uniting painter Jock McFadyen RA with musicianRead More... -
Researchers uncover ‘lost geometric code’ embedded in Oxford and Britain’s historic buildings
Researchers say they have uncovered a long-forgotten geometric code woven into some of Britain’s most famous historic buildings, including landmarks in Oxford.Read More... -
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...

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At 23, Joshua Steel found a peace he couldn’t find elsewhere when he began attending Catholic Mass in Britain. For Dan Williamson, 26, it was a longing for something “deeper, ancient and

Health Secretary Wes Streeting has admitted that Labour’s decision to restrict winter fuel payments contributed to the party's poor performance in last week’s local elections.

The UK government is updating its secret war plans amid increasing fears of a potential military attack by Russia, following repeated threats from Moscow in response to Britain’s ongoing

Reforms aimed at accelerating the construction of new homes, transport links, and clean energy projects could add up to £7.5 billion to the UK economy over the next decade, according to

The UK used car market remained stable in April, with retail prices edging up, vehicles selling more quickly, and sales volumes growing, according to new data from Auto Trader.
U.S.-based meal delivery giant DoorDash has agreed to acquire British competitor Deliveroo for £2.9 billion ($3.85 billion), the companies announced Tuesday. The deal is aimed at expanding

The British Pound (GBP) edged higher to around 1.3285 against the US Dollar (USD) during European trading hours on Monday, recovering from an earlier dip to 1.3260. This modest rebound
As the UK prepares to mark VE Day, the Government has unveiled VALOUR—a nationwide support system aimed at improving access to essential care and services for veterans. Part of the

King Charles, alongside senior members of the royal family, is set to lead a series of commemorative events marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day—the day Nazi Germany
Uber is now allowing riders in most UK cities to pay for their trips with cash, expanding beyond its traditional card-only model. The option, currently unavailable in London while under review,

