UK News
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London police arrest over 40 supporters of banned pro-Palestinian group
Police in London announced on Saturday that they had arrested 41 people demonstrating in support of the banned group Palestine Action during a protest outside the British parliament.Read More... -
Keir Starmer to meet Donald Trump during Scotland visit
Labour leader Keir Starmer has accepted an invitation to meet US President Donald Trump during Trump’s anticipated visit to Scotland later this month, according to a report from Reuters.Read More... -
£100 million boost to help thousands with health conditions into work
Thousands of people with disabilities or long-term health conditions will receive targeted support to find and stay in secure jobs, thanks to a new £100 million investment announced by theRead More... -
UK economy shrinks in May, dealing a blow to Chancellor Reeves
The UK economy unexpectedly shrank by 0.1% in May, following a 0.3% decline in April, raising concerns about a possible overall contraction in the second quarter. The figures from the OfficeRead More... -
Royal Mail to end Saturday delivery for second-class post
Royal Mail will stop delivering second-class letters on Saturdays, as part of new cost-cutting measures approved by Ofcom, the UK's postal regulator.Read More...
Culture
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Ai-Da robot unveils AI-painted portrait of King Charles III at Geneva reception
The UK Mission to the WTO and United Nations in Geneva hosted a distinctive reception this week, featuring Ai-Da — the world’s first ultra-realistic humanoid robot artist.Read More... -
Anglican communion considers scaling back Archbishop of Canterbury’s global role to prevent schism
The Anglican Communion is weighing reforms that would reduce the Archbishop of Canterbury’s central leadership role in a bid to hold together its 85 million members amid deepeningRead More... -
Black Sabbath farewell gig raises £140 million for charity, says director
Black Sabbath's final concert has raised a staggering £140 million for charity, according to Tom Morello, the event’s musical director and guitarist for Rage Against The Machine.Read More... -
Bayeux Tapestry to return to the UK for the first time in nearly 1,000 years
The Bayeux Tapestry, one of the most iconic pieces of medieval art, is set to be displayed in the UK for the first time since its creation over 900 years ago, the Department for Culture, MediaRead More... -
Hundreds of new homes proposed for Blenheim Palace estate
Plans to build 500 new homes on the Blenheim Palace estate have been submitted to Cherwell District Council. The development would be located east of Park View in Woodstock, Oxfordshire,Read More... -
The best moments from Oasis’ triumphant return in Cardiff
Oasis made a thunderous comeback in Cardiff, opening their reunion show with Hello and a heartfelt “it’s good to be back,” marking their first performance together in 16 years.Read More... -
Royal Academy of Music to launch new campus in East London
The Royal Academy of Music (RAM) has unveiled plans to open a new campus at London City Island in east London, promising "endless possibilities" for students and staff.Read More... -
Anna Wintour steps down as US Vogue editor-in-chief after 37 years
Dame Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue, a position she has held for an unprecedented 37 years.Read More... -
£35m George Street revamp gets council backing despite funding doubts
Plans to transform Edinburgh’s George Street have been approved by city councillors, with construction expected to begin in August 2027—if the money can be secured.Read More... -
Police seek help after £150,000 violin stolen from North London pub
Police are appealing for information after a rare 18th-century violin, valued at over £150,000, was stolen from a pub in north London.Read More... -
Chris Brown denies assault charge in London nightclub incident
Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty to assault charges related to a 2023 nightclub altercation in London. The 36-year-old US singer is accused of attacking music producer Abraham Diaw with aRead More... -
Louvre workers strike over overtourism, forcing sudden museum closure
The Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum, was forced to close its doors Monday after staff staged a spontaneous strike, citing unbearable working conditions and the overwhelming crush ofRead More...
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Grant Shapps, the UK's defence secretary, called off a scheduled trip to southern Ukraine last week due to "security reasons," as confirmed by the UK defence ministry.
The latest round of trade negotiations between the UK and India has ended without a resolution, as reported by a British official who cited the upcoming Indian elections as a factor delaying an
McDonald's, a global fast food chain, is grappling with technical issues in its restaurants, leaving customers in multiple countries unable to order food.
The US House of Representatives has passed a significant bill that could lead to the banning of TikTok across America. The proposed legislation would compel ByteDance, the Chinese parent
Today, the UK solidifies its economic ties with Texas as Business and Trade Secretary Kemi Badenoch hosts Texas Governor Greg Abbott in London to sign a significant trade pact.
Spanish and European leaders gathered on Monday to mark the solemn occasion of the 20th anniversary of one of Europe's deadliest extremist attacks - the Madrid train bombings of 2004.
The inaugural Global Fraud Summit, organized by the UK's Home Secretary, commenced in London today, bringing together ministers from the G7, Five Eyes, Singapore, and South Korea.
Former US Secretary of State Hillary Clinton recently shared her perspective on the ages of President Joe Biden and former President Donald Trump, highlighting Trump's perceived threat to
India continues to outpace major economies worldwide, maintaining its position as the fastest-growing economy with an impressive 8.4% expansion in the final quarter of 2023 compared to
The Nigerian government has announced its demand for nearly $10 billion in compensation from the cryptocurrency giant Binance, alleging manipulation of foreign exchange rates and