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Russia unleashed a large-scale overnight assault on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure on Saturday, triggering explosions across Kyiv and cutting electricity to more than 1.2 million homes

UK-based Nuclear Transport Solutions and US nuclear giant Westinghouse have signed a landmark agreement to accelerate the safe transport of advanced nuclear fuel, strengthening

U.S. President Donald Trump warned on Saturday that the United States would impose sweeping tariffs on Canadian goods if Canada moves forward with a trade agreement with China,
Libya will sign a 25-year oil development agreement this Saturday with France’s TotalEnergies and U.S. energy major ConocoPhillips, marking one of the country’s largest foreign investment

The European Union is stepping up emergency support to Ukraine after relentless Russian missile and drone strikes knocked out power, heating and water supplies for more than one million

France’s government has cleared the first major hurdle in its battle to pass the 2026 budget, surviving a no-confidence vote in parliament on Friday after using constitutional powers to bypass a

Interview with the European representative SABAVA Impex Lidia Dart.

NATO allies will need to significantly strengthen their presence and cooperation in the Arctic following a new framework deal on Greenland agreed with U.S. President Donald Trump, NATO
The United Kingdom has renewed its firm support for the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF), underlining the army’s central role in safeguarding Lebanon’s security and reinforcing state authority

The UK and Denmark are holding high-level defence talks in Copenhagen today as Defence Secretary John Healey MP meets his Danish counterpart, Troels Lund Poulsen, with security in the
UK News
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UK renters to gain stronger protections as councils prepare crackdown on rogue landlords
From 1 May, renters across England are set to benefit from sweeping new protections as the government rolls out the long-anticipated Renters’ Rights Act, marking one of the most significantRead More... -
UK consumers rein in spending as fuel costs surge amid Middle East tensions
Rising fuel prices driven by escalating tensions in Iran cast a shadow over British consumer activity last month, prompting households to cut back on spending and rethink travel plans. FreshRead More... -
UK corporate confidence hits six-year low as energy fears and rate pressures mount
Confidence among Britain’s largest companies has fallen sharply, reaching its lowest level in six years, as escalating geopolitical tensions and economic pressures weigh heavily on businessRead More... -
£3 million boost fuels bus overhaul as England expands free travel and new routes
A fresh wave of investment is accelerating the transformation of bus services across England, as the government commits an additional £3 million to help regional leaders take greater controlRead More... -
UK launches first small modular reactor programme with Rolls-Royce deal
The UK has taken a major step toward its clean energy ambitions after Great British Energy – Nuclear signed a landmark contract with Rolls-Royce SMR to begin work on the country’s firstRead More...

Culture
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£127.8 million lifeline for UK arts venues signals renewed push for cultural access
More than 130 cultural venues across England are set to receive a significant financial boost as part of a £127.8 million government investment aimed at widening public access to arts andRead More... -
Paddington and Sondheim lead the pack as Olivier Awards mark 50 years of theatre excellence
London’s theatre scene is buzzing ahead of this year’s Olivier Awards, where a charming Peruvian bear and a classic Stephen Sondheim musical are tied at the top of the nominations list.Read More... -
A century of Marilyn: landmark London exhibition reexamines the woman behind the icon
In 2026, London’s National Portrait Gallery will mark the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe with a major exhibition that promises to go beyond the myth and into the making of one of theRead More... -
£4 million boost brings new life to UK museums and expands public access
A fresh wave of investment is set to transform museums and galleries across the UK, with £4 million allocated to improve access, modernise displays, and better preserve collections for futureRead More... -
Kanye West banned from UK over antisemitism row, Wireless Festival 2026 cancelled
Britain has barred U.S. rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, from entering the country, forcing the cancellation of London’s Wireless Festival where he had been scheduled to headline in July.Read More... -
Who stood behind Western support for Ukraine’s independence?
From the life story of British politician Stefan TerlezkyRead More... -
London secures £4.66m lifeline for Notting Hill Carnival as iconic festival marks 60 years
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has stepped in with a crucial £4.66 million funding package to ensure the Notting Hill Carnival goes ahead this August, as the world-famous event celebratesRead More... -
Paul McCartney announces new album “The Boys of Dungeon Lane,” a nostalgic return to Liverpool roots
Legendary musician Paul McCartney is set to release his first solo album in more than five years, offering fans an intimate journey back to his childhood streets in Liverpool. The upcomingRead More... -
The National Gallery visitor numbers surge 29% in 2025 after bicentenary and Sainsbury Wing reopening
The National Gallery has reported a remarkable resurgence in visitor numbers, with a 29% increase in attendance during 2025 following its landmark bicentenary celebrations and theRead More...

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