UK News
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Nurse receives prison sentence for embezzling over £100k from elderly patientsKelvin Ramasta, a nurse at Addenbrooke's Hospital in Cambridge, has been sentenced to four years and six months in prison for the theft of more than £100,000 from elderly and vulnerableRead More...
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Three arrested in connection with tragic Channel migrant deathsThree individuals have been apprehended following the devastating loss of five lives in the English Channel on Tuesday, as confirmed by the UK's National Crime Agency (NCA).Read More...
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PM announces 'turning point' in European security as UK set to increase defence spending to 2.5% by 2030Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has revealed plans for the UK to ramp up defence spending to 2.5% by 2030.Read More...
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Government launches new free business management course for small businessesIn an effort to bolster support for small businesses, the government has unveiled the Help to Grow: Management Essentials, a comprehensive online training program tailored for small businessRead More...
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Rishi Sunak commits to achieving 2.5% GDP defence spending target by 2030In a recent address, Rishi Sunak outlined plans for substantial increases in defence spending in the coming years, citing the current global landscape as the most perilousRead More...
Culture
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Gustav Klimt portrait sells for £25.7 million at Vienna auctionA long-lost portrait by Gustav Klimt, depicting a young woman, fetched a staggering 30 million euros (£25.7 million) at an auction held in Vienna on Wednesday.Read More...
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Rishi Sunak: remembering those lost in terror attackIn his Passover message to the Jewish community, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak acknowledges the somber reality that "for too many families, there will be empty seats" at the Seder table thisRead More...
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Co-op Live: Manchester's new arena opens with high capacity and ambitionsA monumental addition to Manchester's entertainment landscape, the new £365m Co-op Live arena is poised to claim the title of the largest indoor arena in the UK. Nestled beside ManchesterRead More...
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Brontë birthplace unveils open day prior to renovationThe birthplace of the renowned Brontë sisters is set to welcome visitors for a special glimpse inside before embarking on a significant refurbishment.Read More...
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Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' smashes Spotify recordTaylor Swift's latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," has shattered Spotify's record for the most-streamed album in a single day, the platform has announced. Not only did Swift'sRead More...
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Historic London pub, linked to Royalty, ravaged by fire: a heartbreaking lossA renowned London pub, steeped in history dating back possibly to the 16th century, has suffered extensive damage in a devastating fire. The Burn Bullock, a grade II-listed establishmentRead More...
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Salvator Rosa painting stolen from Oxford, recovered in Romania, and returned to UKA painting valued at EUR 2 million, stolen from an art gallery at Oxford University approximately four years ago, has been recovered in Romania and returned to UK judicial authorities,Read More...
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Plans to demolish former Museum of London site put on pauseA last-minute intervention from Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove has halted plans to demolish the former Museum of London site.Read More...
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June’s London Fashion Week returns with fresh conceptThe British Fashion Council has unveiled an innovative approach for the upcoming London Fashion Week in June, aiming to spark a cultural phenomenon. Set to take place fromRead More...
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London's inaugural Taiwanese culture festival explores island's identity and historyLondon's vibrant Notting Hill district is about to experience a taste of Taiwanese culture with the launch of the 16-day Taiwan Festival on Friday, April 12.Read More...
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Soho showcase: The Art of Banksy unveils London's largest collectionThe largest collection of original Banksy artworks is set to make its debut in London's Soho, featuring over 150 pieces from the enigmatic Bristol-based artist. Opening at 100 CharingRead More...
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Taylor Swift joins billionaire elite: a look at the wealthiest of 2024Taylor Swift has ascended to the ranks of the world's wealthiest individuals, marking her debut on the billionaire list alongside luminaries such as Elon Musk. This revelation comes courtesy of aRead More...
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JK Rowling challenges police to "arrest her" amid Twitter controversy surrounding Scotland's Hate Crime ActThe Hate Crime and Public Order Act has officially taken effect in Scotland, sparking a fiery debate over free speech and expression. At the center of this controversy is renowned authorRead More...
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Imran Khan, the former prime minister of Pakistan, has been prohibited from participating in public office for a period of five years by the nation's electoral authorities.
Recent reports of new arms deals with India and Qatar indicate that France's defense industry is rapidly expanding. Meanwhile, Russian arms exports are on the decline following the war in
In an unfortunate turn of events, a swimming test event for the upcoming Paris 2024 Olympics has been called off due to the water quality in the River Seine falling below acceptable
In an unprecedented announcement, Elon Musk has confirmed that his much-anticipated showdown with Mark Zuckerberg will indeed take place and will be live-streamed on his platform, X.
Ex-Pakistan Prime Minister Imran Khan has been sentenced to three years in jail on corruption charges, leading him to call for nationwide protests. Mr. Khan was found guilty of not disclosing
Climate activist Greta Thunberg has canceled her appearance at the Edinburgh International Book Festival in protest against its ties to the fossil fuel industry. Originally scheduled to speak on
Heather Morgan and Ilya Lichtenstein, a husband and wife duo involved in cyber-crime, have pleaded guilty to attempting to launder $4.5 billion (£3.5 billion) worth of Bitcoin, which
City leaders from around the world have expressed their support for Sadiq Khan amid criticism of his clean air policies in London. The recent victory of the Conservative party in the Uxbridge
In a concerning development, the oceans have reached their highest-ever recorded temperature, driven by the effects of climate change, with grave consequences for the health of our planet.
Starting in 2024, travelers from over 60 visa-free countries, including the US and the UK, will be required to obtain authorization through the European Travel Information and Authorisation