UK News
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UK lawmakers urge government to apologise for Britain’s rule in Palestine (1917–1948)
More than 40 British lawmakers are calling on the UK government to formally apologise for Britain’s actions during its administration of Palestine in the early 20th century, arguing that theRead More... -
Westminster’s £5M Healthy Communities Fund delivers major health and wellbeing boost for residents
Residents across Westminster are experiencing significant improvements in their health and wellbeing thanks to the Healthy Communities Fund (HCF), a major community initiative led byRead More... -
London transport staff safety crisis: mayor and TfL hold urgent summit as abuse and violence rise across network
Transport leaders in London have convened an urgent summit to address growing concerns about violence, abuse and intimidation faced by staff working across the capital’s transport network.Read More... -
Major redevelopment plans submitted for Crystal Palace National Sports Centre as Sadiq Khan pushes £23m green upgrade
A major step forward has been taken in the long-awaited transformation of the iconic Crystal Palace National Sports Centre, after a planning application was officially submitted to begin aRead More...

Culture
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New book on Prince Harry branded a ‘deranged conspiracy’ by his spokesperson
A newly released biography about Prince Harry has sparked controversy after the Duke of Sussex’s spokesperson dismissed its claims as a “deranged conspiracy,” intensifying the ongoingRead More... -
Ireland and UK launch €5 million cultural partnership funding 12 major arts projects through 2030
Ireland and the United Kingdom have unveiled a major new cultural investment, committing €5 million to a dozen collaborative arts and heritage projects that will run through 2030.Read More... -
UK ministers host major interfaith Ramadan iftar at Lancaster House celebrating British muslim contributions
More than 180 guests from across the United Kingdom gathered at Lancaster House in London for a major community iftar hosted by government ministers, celebrating the contributions ofRead More... -
Ashmolean Museum returns 16th-century bronze icon to India
A 16th-century bronze statue that once stood in a temple in southern India has been returned by the Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford, marking the end of a years-longRead More... -
Prime Minister reappoints Stephen Belcher and Tim Dugher as Science Museum Group Trustees until 2030
The UK Prime Minister has confirmed the reappointment of Professor Stephen Belcher CBE and Tim Dugher as Trustees of the Science Museum Group for a further four-year term. Their newRead More... -
British Library Business & IP Centre celebrates 20 years of supporting UK start-ups
The British Library is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its Business & IP Centre (BIPC) with a special event designed to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs.Read More... -
Between protestants and princes: the Kozirod family through time
The surname “Kozirod” belongs to the category of relatively rare surnames, which today are found only in a few countries around the world, including Poland, Germany, the USA, the UK,Read More... -
UK music exports get £1.4m boost as 68 independent artists win global growth grants
Rising British music talent is set for a global push after 68 independent UK acts secured a combined £1.4 million in government-backed funding designed to grow international audiences, boostRead More... -
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...

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World News

The Prime Minister welcomed Kenyan President William Ruto to Downing Street today for high-level talks focused on strengthening UK-Kenya relations.

Jewish community under scrutiny as Tehran targets alleged ties to Israel

In a significant victory for LGBTQ+ rights in the Caribbean, a British court has upheld a Cayman Islands law that legalizes same-sex civil partnerships. The ruling, delivered on Monday by the

UK Trade Minister Douglas Alexander is visiting Taiwan for the 27th annual round of UK-Taiwan trade talks, aimed at expanding investment and exports in line with the UK’s new Trade
The Chancellor has secured a key agreement with G7 finance leaders on the future of the global minimum tax, marking a significant step in the fight against aggressive tax planning and

On a hot summer afternoon in Tehran, the Boof Cafe offers a cool respite with its distinctive iced Americanos—perhaps the most unique in the city. Nestled in a leafy corner of the old,
The United Kingdom and Argentina commemorated two centuries of diplomatic ties with a musical gala held last night at the iconic Teatro Colón in Buenos Aires.

Jamaica is preparing to formally request that King Charles seek legal guidance from the Judicial Committee of the Privy Council—the UK’s highest court for overseas territories and some
Switzerland is home to the happiest retirees in Europe, with around 80% of people aged 65 to 80 reporting high levels of life satisfaction, according to a recent YouGov survey commissioned
Israel’s Minister for Diaspora Affairs, Amichai Chikli, has drawn sharp criticism for suggesting that Jewish life in England is under existential threat without major political change.

