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According to the Nikkei newspaper, NATO plans to establish a liaison office in Tokyo in 2024, which will serve as a hub for cooperation with Australia, Japan, New Zealand, and South Korea.

Art Basel, the renowned international art show, kicked off with a flurry of high-value transactions on its first day, indicating a promising revival for art fairs. Works by esteemed artists such as

The President of the Republic, Marcelo Rebelo de Sousa, has arrived in London to commemorate the 650th anniversary of the Portuguese-British alliance. As part of the celebrations, President

After a careful selection process, the British Embassy in Argentina has announced that six Argentine young women aged between 19 and 26 are the winners of the “Ambassador for a day”
The Bank of Japan announced on Monday that wholesale prices in the country increased at the slowest pace in approximately two years in May. The year-on-year gain stood at 5.1 percent,

US billionaire philanthropist George Soros has passed the reins of his $25 billion (£19.9 billion) financial and charitable empire to his son Alex, stating that he has "earned it" in an interview

Marriages in China have reached a historic low, according to a report by local news outlet Yicai. Data published on the Ministry of Civil Affairs website revealed that only 6.83 million couples

Three individuals were tragically killed and ten others wounded when Russian forces launched an attack on a boat carrying evacuees from flooded occupied territory to the Ukrainian-controlled

Chinese Vice President Han Zheng met with Nicholas Lyons, Lord Mayor of the City of London, in Beijing on Thursday to discuss the economic and trade ties between China and Britain.

In a significant announcement today, the United States and the United Kingdom have introduced the Atlantic Declaration, establishing a framework for a dynamic and forward-looking U.S.-UK
UK News
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Government commits £22m to rebuild Brighton seafront arches and protect King's Road
The UK government has announced £22 million in funding to replace deteriorating Victorian arches beneath Brighton's seafront, securing the future of King's Road and reducing the risk ofRead More... -
Britain’s car market posts strongest June in six years as electric vehicles reach new high
Britain's new car market recorded its strongest June performance since 2019, driven by rising demand for electric vehicles and a broader range of affordable models, according to industryRead More... -
Communities take centre stage in driving local climate and nature action
Bradford, Manchester, Bristol, London and Birmingham host the first annual Energising Britain events, bringing together local leaders, businesses and communities to accelerate climate andRead More... -
Prince Harry misses Buckingham Palace stay after accommodation offer lapses
Prince Harry will not be staying at Buckingham Palace during his visit to Britain this week after an offer of royal accommodation expired before it was accepted, according to the BBC.Read More... -
Welfare reform removes earnings penalty for supported housing residents
More than 300,000 people living in supported housing and temporary accommodation will be able to keep more of their earnings when they take on extra work or increase their hours,Read More...

Culture
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More than 400 UK towns compete for inaugural Town of Culture title as shortlist nears
More than 400 towns across the UK have entered the race to become the country's first-ever UK Town of Culture, as ministers prepare to unveil a shortlist in the coming weeks.Read More... -
Historic Bayeux Tapestry returns to England after nearly a millennium for landmark exhibition
The British Museum is preparing for overwhelming public interest as tickets go on sale for a once-in-a-generation exhibition featuring the legendary Bayeux Tapestry. The remarkableRead More... -
Universal unveils £5 billion UK theme park project, set to open in 2031
Comcast NBCUniversal has confirmed plans to invest more than £5 billion in building its first-ever European theme park and resort, marking one of the largest entertainment investments in theRead More... -
London gears up for biggest-ever summer of live music as global superstars take over the capital
London is preparing for a landmark summer of live music, reinforcing its status as the world's leading music city with an unparalleled programme of exclusive performances from some of theRead More... -
Eid festival marks 20 years in Trafalgar Square with music, food and family events
London’s annual Eid on the Square celebration will return to Trafalgar Square on Saturday, 30 May, as the popular event marks its 20th anniversary in the heart of the capital.Read More... -
Beatles’ final rooftop performance to be preserved in new London museum
The rooftop where The Beatles staged their iconic final live performance is set to become the centerpiece of a new museum celebrating the legendary band’s legacy.Read More... -
Rare Declaration of Independence to headline landmark exhibition on America’s founding
A major new exhibition marking 250 years since the birth of the United States is set to open this summer, bringing together some of the most important documents from the AmericanRead More... -
Newly released UK archives shed light on early years of Northern Ireland Troubles
Nearly 1,000 previously hard-to-access government records documenting the early years of the Northern Ireland Troubles have been published online, marking a significant step in openingRead More... -
£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...

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