UK News
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London Councils unveils low-carbon homes guide to cut embodied emissions in UK housing
London’s local authorities have taken another step toward greener housebuilding with the publication of a new low-carbon homes guide designed to help planners tackle emissions embedded inRead More... -
London Tube accessibility expansion 2026: five new stations considered for step-free access
Transport accessibility in London is set to take another step forward, as Transport for London (TfL) confirms plans to assess five additional Underground stations for step-free access.Read More... -
UK charities boost impact spending by £5bn in 2024 despite financial pressures, says Charity Commission
Charities across England and Wales increased their spending on public benefit by £5 billion in 2024, even as many organisations continued to grapple with financial strain, according to newRead More... -
Easter travel in London 2026: key TfL disruptions, line closures and what passengers need to know
Londoners planning to travel over the Easter holidays are being urged to check routes in advance, as Transport for London (TfL) prepares for a series of planned engineering works that willRead More...

Culture
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The National Gallery visitor numbers surge 29% in 2025 after bicentenary and Sainsbury Wing reopening
The National Gallery has reported a remarkable resurgence in visitor numbers, with a 29% increase in attendance during 2025 following its landmark bicentenary celebrations and theRead More... -
The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded £141,000 to preserve historic synagogues
A new grant from the National Lottery will help preserve historic synagogues in areas such as Wales, Brighton, and the East End, addressing the challenges of declining congregations andRead More... -
Lady Mayor hosts landmark Mansion House dinner celebrating women leaders and future trailblazers in the UK
In a historic first for Mansion House, the official residence of the City of London’s Lord Mayor, a special dinner was held to honour the achievements of women leaders across the UK and theRead More... -
Natural History Museum becomes UK’s most visited attraction in 2025, surpassing British Museum
London’s Natural History Museum has claimed the spot as the United Kingdom’s most popular tourist attraction in 2025, drawing a record-breaking 7.1 million visitors over the year.Read More... -
IWM acquires Dame Vera Lynn’s wartime archive: 600 letters reveal untold stories of love and loss
The Imperial War Museums (IWM) has secured a remarkable piece of British history with the acquisition of the complete Second World War archive of Dame Vera Lynn — the belovedRead More... -
UK City of Culture 2029: nine destinations shortlisted as cultural race heats up
Nine destinations across the UK have been officially longlisted in the race to become the UK City of Culture for 2029, marking the next phase of one of the country’s most influential culturalRead More... -
Paris museum unveils enchanting “Unicorns!” exhibition exploring myth across cultures
The Musée National du Moyen Âge, also known as the Musée de Cluny, is inviting visitors into a world where myth meets history with its captivating exhibition, “Unicorns!”. The show delvesRead More... -
Queen Mary academics spotlighted in global exhibition examining AI’s power and human agency
Researchers from Queen Mary University of London are among the contributors to a major international exhibition exploring how artificial intelligence is reshaping the balance betweenRead More... -
Courtauld Gallery unveils first exhibition dedicated to Georges Seurat’s seascapes
London’s Courtauld Gallery is set to shine a new light on the work of French master Georges Seurat with the opening of a landmark exhibition devoted entirely to his seascapes. Running fromRead More... -
New book on Prince Harry branded a ‘deranged conspiracy’ by his spokesperson
A newly released biography about Prince Harry has sparked controversy after the Duke of Sussex’s spokesperson dismissed its claims as a “deranged conspiracy,” intensifying the ongoingRead More... -
Ireland and UK launch €5 million cultural partnership funding 12 major arts projects through 2030
Ireland and the United Kingdom have unveiled a major new cultural investment, committing €5 million to a dozen collaborative arts and heritage projects that will run through 2030.Read More... -
UK ministers host major interfaith Ramadan iftar at Lancaster House celebrating British muslim contributions
More than 180 guests from across the United Kingdom gathered at Lancaster House in London for a major community iftar hosted by government ministers, celebrating the contributions ofRead More... -
Ashmolean Museum returns 16th-century bronze icon to India
A 16th-century bronze statue that once stood in a temple in southern India has been returned by the Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford, marking the end of a years-longRead More...

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World News
Russian authorities have launched a criminal investigation into an alleged assault on a freelance journalist, reportedly by an employee of the British embassy, the Russian Interior Ministry

A popular American fast food chain, hailed by some fans as "better than KFC," is gearing up to open 16 new branches across the UK.
The UK faces the possibility of becoming a "dumping ground" for Chinese-made solar panels as shipments originally destined for the United States are rerouted due to Donald Trump’s tariffs on

Prince Harry need not worry about deportation under a potential second term of Donald Trump, as the former U.S. president has dismissed any notion of expelling the Duke of Sussex.
The UK is ramping up its support for Ukraine, committing £55 million to boost resilience and economic growth while reinforcing its long-term partnership with the war-torn nation.

This ambitious yet comfortable journey offers an immersive way to reach Tunisia, setting the stage for an unforgettable exploration of its rich history, cuisine, and vibrant medinas.

The BBC has issued an apology after a presenter mistakenly referred to Israeli hostages held by Hamas as “prisoners.”

Markets tumbled today as former U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his trade war, extending tariffs beyond Mexico, Canada, and China to target the European Union (EU).

Sir Keir Starmer is set to make history as the first British prime minister to attend a European Union leaders' meeting since Brexit. His visit to Brussels, aimed at enhancing defence and security

His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh arrived in India today, 2 February, for a three-day visit aimed at supporting young people and highlighting the impact of non-formal education

