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French President Emmanuel Macron is set to name a new prime minister within the next two days, according to the Elysee Palace. The announcement comes amid growing speculation about

U.S. special envoy Steve Witkoff and Jared Kushner, former President Donald Trump’s son-in-law, are heading to Egypt on Wednesday to take part in peace talks aimed at ending the Gaza
During his visit to India, Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer made it clear that the UK will not be relaxing its visa rules for Indian citizens — despite growing trade and cultural ties between

The British High Commission in Kampala recently brought together senior policymakers, health professionals, diaspora leaders, and development partners for the Uganda–UK Health Summit —
Tesla’s sales in Germany took a hit last month, falling 9.4% compared to the same period last year, according to new data from Germany’s Federal Motor Transport Authority (KBA).

Australia and Papua New Guinea (PNG) have signed a landmark defence agreement that deepens their military ties and commits both nations to come to each other’s aid if either faces attack.

Sanae Takaichi has just shattered one of Japan’s biggest political glass ceilings. On Saturday, the 64-year-old lawmaker won the leadership of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party (LDP), putting
Elon Musk just hit another jaw-dropping milestone—he’s now the first person in history to cross the $500 billion net worth mark.
At the G20 summit in Cape Town, the UK government unveiled a series of new projects aimed at promoting responsible and inclusive use of artificial intelligence (AI) across Africa.

Princess Anne made a surprise trip to Ukraine this week, shining a light on the deep struggles children face living through the ongoing conflict.
UK News
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New charity grant-making guidance issued as financial pressures mount across sector
The Charity Commission has published new guidance aimed at helping trustees make effective and responsible grant-making decisions as charities across England and Wales continue to faceRead More... -
UK aviation reform to deliver faster flights, stronger passenger rights and enhanced safety
Air passengers will benefit from stronger protections, faster journeys and higher safety standards under new aviation legislation designed to modernise the UK's aviation sector.Read More... -
UK regulator forces Google to give publishers more control over AI use of content
The UK’s Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) has introduced a landmark requirement that will give publishers greater control over how their content is used in Google Search, particularlyRead More... -
Russia bars five Britons, including prominent journalists, from entering country
Russia has banned five British nationals from entering the country, including two prominent journalists, in what Moscow described as a response to Britain's anti-Russian policies and supportRead More... -
UK orders hundreds more missiles to reinforce air defence and protect forces in the Middle East
The UK government has awarded £36 million in new contracts to defence manufacturer Thales to supply hundreds of additional Lightweight Multirole Missiles (LMMs), bolstering British airRead More...

Culture
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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... -
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...

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