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Bankes and Nightingale make British Olympic history with dramatic snowboard cross gold
Bankes and Nightingale make British Olympic history with dramatic snowboard cross gold
Matt Weston makes history with dominant Olympic skeleton gold for Team GB
Matt Weston makes history with dominant Olympic skeleton gold for Team GB
Italy clears biathlete Rebecca Passler to compete at Winter Olympics after positive doping test
Italy clears biathlete Rebecca Passler to compete at Winter Olympics after positive doping test
Federica Brignone’s golden comeback: Italian star claims super-G glory at Milano-Cortina
Federica Brignone’s golden comeback: Italian star claims super-G glory at Milano-Cortina
Liverpool set to launch groundbreaking inclusive sport and culture festival in 2027
Liverpool set to launch groundbreaking inclusive sport and culture festival in 2027
Lindsey Vonn crashes in Olympic Downhill as breezy Johnson claims gold at Milan-Cortina Games
Lindsey Vonn crashes in Olympic Downhill as breezy Johnson claims gold at Milan-Cortina Games
Ukraine endorses Olympic truce proposal for Milano Cortina games, urges Russia to show will for peace
Ukraine endorses Olympic truce proposal for Milano Cortina games, urges Russia to show will for peace
Europe’s royals gather in Italy ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics
Europe’s royals gather in Italy ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics
Premier League publishes special edition of British Journal of Sports Medicine on player health and concussion management
Premier League publishes special edition of British Journal of Sports Medicine on player health and concussion management
Man City set up EFL Cup final clash with Arsenal after dominant win over Newcastle
Man City set up EFL Cup final clash with Arsenal after dominant win over Newcastle
Education
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Schools white paper pledges funding shake-up to close the disadvantage gap and transform life chances
The government has unveiled a sweeping schools white paper that promises to rewire England’s education system, overhaul how deprivation funding is allocated, and break what ministersRead More... -
Unite Group flags 2026 earnings dip as international student demand cools
UK student accommodation giant Unite Group has warned that its profits are set to fall in 2026, as softer demand and slower booking trends—particularly fromRead More... -
Labour sparks school funding row with plan to link pupil support to parents’ income
Labour has ignited a fierce political row after unveiling plans to overhaul how billions of pounds in school funding are distributed, with critics accusing the party ofRead More... -
Government moves to cap independent special school fees and put children first
The government has announced a major overhaul of the independent special school system, aiming to rein in spiralling fees and ensure public money is spent on improving outcomes forRead More...
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UK unveils ambitious AI strategy to power science, healthcare and public service innovation
The UK has set out a bold new vision to harness artificial intelligence as a driving force behind world-leading science, research and innovation — from earlierRead More... -
Too much school pressure at 15 may raise depression and self-harm risk well into adulthood, study finds
Academic pressure during the teenage years may leave a far deeper mark on mental health than previously thought, according to new research led by scientists atRead More... -
Government unveils new employer grant to raise standards in early years education
A major new government funding package is set to strengthen the early years workforce, helping nurseries and childcare providers improve the quality of education for young children whileRead More... -
Barnsley College hosts clean energy jobs fair as 20,000 new roles loom for Yorkshire
More than 170 school pupils and college students from across South Yorkshire gathered at Barnsley College this week to explore future careers in clean energy, asRead More... -
UK universities expand Into India as immigration curbs squeeze international student intake
Facing tightening immigration rules and financial pressure at home, British universities are increasingly looking east — and setting up shop in India.Read More... -
New 10-year government plan to rebuild schools, boost inclusion and future-proof classrooms
Schools to be designed for inclusion, with dedicated support bases and modern, climate-resilient buildingsRead More...
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Jet2 confirms profit outlook as summer 2026 flight capacity jumps 8%
British leisure airline and holiday group Jet2 has said its annual profit is expected to come in broadly in line with market forecasts, as the company acceleratesRead More... -
UK makes electronic travel authorisation mandatory for visa-free visitors from 85 countries
The United Kingdom is set to tighten its border controls this week, as a long-planned digital travel permit becomes mandatory for millions of overseas visitors.Read More... -
£345m farm tech boost: government backs innovation, productivity and profitable British farming
British farming is set for a major technology and productivity boost, with £345 million of new government funding aimed at strengthening farm profitability, accelerating innovation and helpingRead More... -
UK unleashes largest sanctions yet on Russia, targeting oil revenues four years after Ukraine invasion
Four years after Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine, the UK has rolled out its most extensive sanctions package since the early months of the war,Read More...
Culture
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Emery Walker revealed: new exhibition explores the man behind the arts and crafts legend
A new exhibition opening this spring at Emery Walker’s House sets out to restore depth, warmth, and personality to one of Britain’s most influential yetRead More... -
London confirms St Patrick’s Day 2026 parade and Trafalgar Square festival
London will turn green once again next spring after the Mayor confirmed the capital’s St Patrick’s Day celebrations will take place on Sunday 15 March 2026, with aRead More... -
Masterpieces beyond the Museum: National Gallery brings life-size art to communities ccross the UK
World-famous paintings from the National Gallery are stepping out of Trafalgar Square and into everyday life, as part of a major touring project that will seeRead More... -
Award-winning Polish writer Mariusz Szczygieł brings ‘Not There’ essay collection on UK tour
Polish writer Mariusz Szczygieł, one of Central Europe’s most acclaimed literary reporters, will tour the UK later this month with a series of public events marking the English-language release...Read More... -
Professor Dame Carol Black GBE reappointed as Chair of the British Library for 2026–2027
The UK Secretary of State has confirmed the extension of Professor Dame Carol Black GBE as Chair of the British Library, continuing her leadership from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027.Read More... -
Climate, community and care: Soma Surovi Jannat’s landmark exhibition at the Ashmolean Museum
From spring through autumn 2026, the Ashmolean Museum presents 'Soma Surovi Jannat: Climate Culture Care', a powerful new exhibition that places climateRead More... -
Londoners on trial: 700 years of crime revealed in a free City archives exhibition
From medieval pickpockets to notorious Victorian figures, seven centuries of crime, punishment and public fascination are laid bare in a new exhibition atRead More... -
Lost for centuries, Henry VIII’s golden love pendant finds a home at the British Museum
A golden heart pendant once symbolizing the doomed marriage of Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon has finally been secured for permanent display at the BritishRead More... -
British High Commission hosts Caledonian Ball in Lahore to celebrate growing Scotland–Pakistan partnership
The British High Commission brought a touch of Scotland to Lahore this week as it hosted the Caledonian Ball at the historic Sir Ganga Ram Residence, celebratingRead More... -
300-year-old Rysbrack Marble putti blocked from export as UK scrambles to save national treasure
A three-century-old marble sculpture by renowned eighteenth-century sculptor Michael Rysbrack has been placed under a temporary UK export ban, giving BritishRead More... -
Inside ICG PR: how an international PR agency shapes reputation for luxury, fashion, and cultural brands
Interview: the co-founder of Iris Consulting Group Iryna Kotlyarevska on building global visibility with cultural intelligenceRead More... -
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...
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Britain has moved quickly to clarify its position on the future of the Chagos Islands after mixed messages from the government suggested the ratification of a controversial sovereignty deal had been put on hold.
On Wednesday, officials said there was no pause in the process to ratify an agreement that would see the UK hand sovereignty of the Chagos Archipelago to Mauritius, following earlier comments by a foreign office minister that indicated talks with Washington had temporarily halted progress.
A government spokesperson later corrected the record, stressing that no formal delay had been announced.
“There is no pause. We have never set a deadline. Timings will be announced in the usual way,” the spokesperson said.
The Chagos Archipelago, located in the Indian Ocean, is home to Diego Garcia, a strategically vital military base operated jointly by the UK and the United States. Under the proposed deal, Britain would transfer sovereignty of the islands to Mauritius while retaining control of Diego Garcia through a 99-year lease, ensuring the continuation of US military operations.
The agreement was reached last year under Prime Minister Keir Starmer, but it has since attracted renewed scrutiny from Washington. Former US president Donald Trump last week criticised the arrangement, warning that Britain was making a “big mistake” by proceeding.
In the UK, the legislation required to ratify the deal is currently before the House of Lords, where several peers have raised objections. A date for a full debate and vote has yet to be scheduled, adding to uncertainty around the timetable.
Despite the political noise on both sides of the Atlantic, the government insists discussions with the United States are ongoing and that no final steps will be taken without US backing for the future of the base on Diego Garcia.
Istanbul is poised to eclipse London as Europe’s busiest aviation hub as early as this year or next, according to the chief executive of Heathrow Airport, adding fresh urgency to long-delayed
Pope Leo is preparing to take to the international stage in 2026, with the Vatican confirming a series of overseas visits that will span Europe and Africa in the first half of the year.
UK–Europe rail freight revival: £15m barking Eurohub deal set to restart Channel Tunnel cargo trains
Regular rail freight services through the Channel Tunnel are set to make a long-awaited comeback after a landmark, government-backed deal aimed at
The arrival of the Royal Navy’s nuclear-powered submarine HMS Anson in Western Australia marks a major turning point for the AUKUS partnership, as the UK,
The UK has announced a fresh wave of initiatives to deepen partnerships with Africa on critical minerals, sustainable development and small-business growth at Mining Indaba 2026, reinforcing
British police officers assigned to protect Prince Andrew were instructed to provide security at a dinner party hosted by Jeffrey Epstein in New York in 2010,
Iranian university students began the new academic term on Saturday with coordinated protests across several campuses, reigniting tensions between young
U.S. President Donald Trump said Saturday that the United States is preparing to send a hospital ship to Greenland, describing the move as a humanitarian effort
Ukraine has accused Hungary and Slovakia of resorting to “blackmail” after both countries threatened to halt electricity supplies unless Kyiv restores the transit of Russian oil through