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A new international initiative aimed at tackling violence against women and girls was formally launched on Tuesday, 2 December 2025, bringing together prominent female leaders and experts
The Louvre Museum will significantly increase ticket prices for visitors from outside the European Union starting early next year, following a decision by its board

Twelve internationally recognised UK beauty brands are preparing to make their mark at Cosmoprof India, taking place from 4–6 December, as the sector positions itself to capitalise on new
Labour MP Tulip Siddiq has been handed a two-year prison sentence by a Bangladeshi court after being convicted in absentia of involvement in a corruption
Lebanon on Friday unveiled the “King Charles III Cedar Trail,” a reforestation and eco-tourism initiative in the Shouf Biosphere Reserve, launched in tribute to the coronation of

The British Embassy will take part in monitoring Honduras’ general elections, set for 30 November 2025, following an invitation from the country’s National Electoral Council (CNE).

More than 600,000 residents in Kyiv and its surrounding region were left without electricity early Saturday after a barrage of Russian missile and drone strikes targeted Ukraine’s energy
A French police officer stands on the beach at Gravelines as a French maritime police rib approaches a small boat off the coast in the background, taken in July.

Belgian Prime Minister Bart De Wever has cautioned that the European Union’s push to use frozen Russian state assets to fund Ukraine risks undermining the chances of securing a future peace
Swiss wages showed signs of recovery in 2024, ending a two-year decline driven by inflation and global economic pressures, according to data released Tuesday by the
UK News
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London activates emergency severe weather measures for the first time this winter
London has activated its Severe Weather Emergency Protocol (SWEP) for the first time this winter, as falling temperatures and increasingly unpredictable weather conditions highlight theRead More... -
Britain expands jobs guarantee to help 90,000 young people enter the labour market
The British government is significantly expanding its employment support programme for young people, making the transition from education to the labour market one of the centralRead More... -
UK Charity Commission takes action over antisemitic sermons at London islamic centre
Rising antisemitism in the United Kingdom is becoming an increasingly serious concern for society, Jewish communities and law enforcement agencies. Security arrangements for JewishRead More... -
More than 80,000 knives removed from British streets as government steps up fight against violent crime
Street safety remains one of the most pressing social challenges facing British cities. Knife-related violence, including robberies and attacks involving bladed weapons, has long been aRead More... -
Climate disinformation poses growing threat to British society and economic development
Misinformation has become one of the most pressing challenges facing British society. While false or misleading claims about politics, public health and international affairs attractRead More...

Culture
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London releases final tickets for spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks as demand surges
London is preparing to welcome 2027 with one of the world's most recognisable New Year’s Eve celebrations, as Mayor Sadiq Khan announces the release of the final allocation of ticketsRead More... -
King’s Award celebrates 250 groups making a difference across the UK
The King’s Award for Voluntary Service, formerly known as The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, remains one of the most prestigious honours recognising exceptional contributions toRead More... -
400 schools to benefit from new UK theatre education programme
Theatre and the performing arts play an important role in the education and personal development of younger generations, helping children develop creativity, confidence, communicationRead More... -
King Charles celebrates 50 years of charitable work as the King’s Trust marks major anniversary
Charitable work has long been one of the most important elements of King Charles III's public activities. Throughout his decades of royal service, he has supported numerous charitableRead More... -
British Library to open major Agatha Christie exhibition exploring the life behind her crime novels
The British Library in London is set to host a major exhibition celebrating the life, adventures and literary legacy of Agatha Christie, one of the world's most celebrated crime writers.Read More... -
Diwali celebrations at Trafalgar Square cancelled due to storm warnings
London’s annual Diwali celebration at Trafalgar Square has been cancelled at short notice because of forecast storms and safety concerns, organisers announced on Saturday.Read More... -
London to celebrate Diwali with free festival of music, dance and culture in Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square will become the centre of London’s Diwali celebrations on Sunday, 25 October, as the capital prepares to welcome thousands of residents and visitors for a free festivalRead More... -
England’s national museums to keep free admission for all visitors
Government rules out charges for international tourists as museums receive further investmentRead More... -
UK museums given three months to keep rare Renaissance bronze in Britain
British museums and galleries have been given a limited window to secure a rare Renaissance sculpture valued at more than £4.6 million, after the Government temporarily halted itsRead More... -
Oasis set to return in 2027 with massive 38-date global tour
Oasis are extending their long-awaited comeback with an ambitious 38-date tour scheduled for 2027, taking the iconic Britpop group across the UK, Ireland, continental Europe and theRead More... -
UK moves to keep Stanley Spencer’s landmark resurrection painting
The British government has stepped in to prevent a major early work by Stanley Spencer from leaving the country, giving museums and galleries a limited window to secure the paintingRead More... -
London’s record summer of live music delivers £3.4bn boost
London has enjoyed a record-breaking summer of live music, with millions of fans attending concerts across the capital as some of the world’s biggest artists took to its stadiums, arenasRead More...

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