UK News
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England leads global chart in child alcohol consumption, WHO report revealsEngland has emerged atop a concerning global chart in child alcohol consumption, according to a recent report by the World Health Organization (WHO), prompting alarm among healthRead More...
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UK increases access to life-saving malaria treatmentThe UK government has announced its commitment to enhancing access to malaria drugs, aiming to combat one of the leading causes of child mortality in sub-Saharan Africa.Read More...
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Expansion plans: Dartford set to welcome 12,640 new homes by 2037Dartford, ranked as the second-fastest growing borough in England, is gearing up for significant urban development with the approval of ambitious housebuilding plans. By 2037, the boroughRead More...
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Sainsbury's experiences uptick in food sales amidst challenging market conditionsSainsbury's, the UK's second-largest supermarket chain, has reported robust growth in its food sales, attributing it to strategic efforts to maintain competitive pricing and attract customers.Read More...
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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...
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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World News
The military juntas of Burkina Faso and Mali have issued a warning that any attempt to forcefully restore President Mohamed Bazoum in Niger will be considered an act of war against them.
The Foreign Secretary will announce a new package of support to make Nigeria’s agriculture sector more climate resilient, as he arrives in the country today, continuing his four-day African
The UK has today formally acknowledged that acts of genocide were committed against the Yazidi people by Daesh in 2014.
The UK has contributed £2m (about MWK 2.5 billion) towards the Malawi Electoral Support Project to support the Malawi Electoral Commission to deliver the 2025 elections in accordance with
According to reports from Kyiv, Ukraine, Russia launched a missile attack on the central Ukrainian city of Kryvyi Rih, resulting in at least two fatalities and 20 injuries on Monday.
In a heartwarming gesture, a farmer from Kansas, USA, has created a stunning surprise gift for his wife by planting a massive field of sunflowers. Lee Wilson, together with his son, secretly
The son of Colombia's president, Nicolas Petro, has been arrested as part of a probe into money laundering and illicit enrichment, according to a statement from the Colombian attorney
Italy's Defense Minister, Guido Crosetto, has referred to his country's decision to join China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) as "wicked." In an interview with Corriere della Sera, Crosetto stated
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that war is "gradually returning" to Russia after the latest series of attacks, including a drone strike on a business and shopping development
President Joe Biden has sent his national security adviser, Jake Sullivan, to Saudi Arabia for discussions with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, also known as MbS. The visit aims to foster a