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The UK is set to benefit from a major wave of US investment, with financial heavyweights including PayPal, Bank of America, Citi, BlackRock, and S&P Global committing more than £1.25 billion
Donald Trump says he’s ready to hit Moscow with sweeping new sanctions—but only if NATO countries cut off their oil purchases from Russia.

NATO is stepping up its presence in Eastern Europe after more than a dozen Russian drones crossed into Polish airspace this week, sparking fears of

A Royal Navy frigate has sailed through the Taiwan Strait alongside a U.S. Navy destroyer, despite stern warnings from Beijing.

The UK and Brazil have signed a new agreement aimed at reducing the environmental footprint of fertilisers while unlocking new economic opportunities in agriculture.

Prince Harry made a surprise trip to Kyiv today after being invited by Superhumans, an organization helping Ukrainians who’ve suffered life-changing injuries in the war.

Poland has deployed 40,000 troops to its eastern frontier as tensions with Russia and Belarus spike ahead of massive joint military drills known as Zapad 2025.

Alexander Lukashenko told a U.S. envoy representing Donald Trump on Thursday that he was open to striking a deal on the release of prisoners, according to Belarusian state media.
The UK-led International Fund for Ukraine has now secured over £2 billion in military support, delivering thousands of drones, missiles, air defence systems, and radars to help Ukraine defend

For the first time since 2018, the UK and China are sitting down for formal trade talks, with the government promising that this step will bring real benefits for businesses, workers, and the
UK News
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UK to invest £190m in long-range missiles to boost army firepower and NATO role
The UK government has announced a £190m investment in a new long-range missile system designed to strengthen the British Army's battlefield capabilities and reinforce NATO'sRead More... -
Water companies face faster fines of up to £500,000 under new pollution rules
Water companies in England will face faster financial penalties of up to £500,000 for breaking environmental rules under new government measures aimed at tackling pollution.Read More... -
UK freezes assets of Russian scientists and institutes over Navalny and Sturgess poisonings
The UK has imposed sanctions on seven Russian individuals and two scientific research institutes accused of helping to develop chemical agents linked to the deaths of opposition leaderRead More... -
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...

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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