UK News
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New government cyber security campaign urges UK businesses to “lock the door” on hackers
UK businesses are being warned not to leave themselves exposed to cyber criminals as the government launches a new nationwide campaign aimed at boostingRead More... -
UK unemployment climbs to decade high as cooling wages fuel rate-cut expectations
Britain’s labour market showed fresh signs of strain as unemployment rose to its highest level in more than a decade outside the pandemic, while wage growthRead More... -
UK opens largest tribunal centre in London to cut case backlogs and speed up justice
The UK’s biggest purpose-built tribunal centre is opening in London, marking a major step in efforts to reduce long delays and improve access to justice across England and Wales.Read More... -
UK government moves to close online safety loopholes as PM vows tougher rules to protect children
The UK government is stepping up its efforts to protect children online, with the Prime Minister announcing swift action to rein in powerful tech platforms and close legal loopholes that putRead More... -
UK house prices pause after budget bounce as supply hits 11-year high
UK property asking prices have stabilised after a sharp post-budget surge over the Christmas and New Year period, according to data published on Monday by Rightmove.Read More...

Culture
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Professor Dame Carol Black GBE reappointed as Chair of the British Library for 2026–2027
The UK Secretary of State has confirmed the extension of Professor Dame Carol Black GBE as Chair of the British Library, continuing her leadership from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027.Read More... -
Climate, community and care: Soma Surovi Jannat’s landmark exhibition at the Ashmolean Museum
From spring through autumn 2026, the Ashmolean Museum presents 'Soma Surovi Jannat: Climate Culture Care', a powerful new exhibition that places climateRead More... -
Londoners on trial: 700 years of crime revealed in a free City archives exhibition
From medieval pickpockets to notorious Victorian figures, seven centuries of crime, punishment and public fascination are laid bare in a new exhibition atRead More... -
Lost for centuries, Henry VIII’s golden love pendant finds a home at the British Museum
A golden heart pendant once symbolizing the doomed marriage of Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon has finally been secured for permanent display at the BritishRead More... -
British High Commission hosts Caledonian Ball in Lahore to celebrate growing Scotland–Pakistan partnership
The British High Commission brought a touch of Scotland to Lahore this week as it hosted the Caledonian Ball at the historic Sir Ganga Ram Residence, celebratingRead More... -
300-year-old Rysbrack Marble putti blocked from export as UK scrambles to save national treasure
A three-century-old marble sculpture by renowned eighteenth-century sculptor Michael Rysbrack has been placed under a temporary UK export ban, giving BritishRead More... -
Inside ICG PR: how an international PR agency shapes reputation for luxury, fashion, and cultural brands
Interview: the co-founder of Iris Consulting Group Iryna Kotlyarevska on building global visibility with cultural intelligenceRead More... -
London Zoo’s giraffes take centre stage in New London Underground poster celebrating 200 years of ZSL
London Zoo’s iconic giraffes have stepped into the spotlight with the launch of a striking new London Underground poster, marking the start of ZSL’s 200th anniversaryRead More... -
Rare 18th-century ‘Shock Dog’ sculpture by Anne Damer faces possible export from the UK
A rare 18th-century terracotta sculpture of a dog by pioneering British artist Anne Seymour Damer has been placed under a temporary export bar, amid concerns it could leave the UK unless aRead More... -
Astronomers Take Over: hands-on space gallery and live Planetarium shows launch at the National Maritime Museum
A new space adventure is landing in Greenwich. ‘Astronomers Take Over’, a playful, hands-on gallery led by real astronomers, opens at the National Maritime MuseumRead More... -
UK Prime Minister champions British theatre’s growing success in China during Shanghai visit
The Prime Minister has highlighted the growing global influence of British theatre during a visit to Shanghai, underlining how the UK’s creative industries are driving economic growth andRead More... -
King Charles and Queen Camilla host green carpet premiere at Windsor Castle for new Amazon prime film
King Charles, with Queen Camilla by his side, opened the doors of the longest-occupied castle in Europe for a sparkling evening at Windsor Castle, marking the premiere of ‘Finding Harmony –Read More...

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World News

The Royal Navy frigate HMS Iron Duke has concluded the initial phase of its winter deployment in the Baltic Sea, playing a pivotal role in the NATO exercise Freezing Winds.

Ternopil resident Alina Remenets played the piano in a destroyed apartment. It was there, on December 2, that her father, Vitaliy Remenets, lost his life as a result of a Russian drone attack.
Barclays has agreed to pay $19.5 million to resolve a lawsuit brought by shareholders in Manhattan federal court. The shareholders accused the British banking giant of securities fraud, alleging

China has announced a ban on exports to the United States of critical minerals such as gallium, germanium, and antimony, citing their potential military applications. The directive, issued by
Billionaire financier Warren Stephens, a prominent supporter of Donald Trump’s 2024 presidential campaign, has been nominated as the next U.S. ambassador to the United Kingdom.
A potential return of Donald Trump to the White House may signal significant changes in global trade, with proposed tariffs raising concerns across international markets. Central to these

Donald Trump Jr. has emerged as a central figure in shaping his father’s cabinet during the transition to his presidency, according to multiple sources familiar with his involvement.

City officials in Oslo are crossing their fingers that this year’s Christmas tree for London arrives in pristine condition. In recent years, the tree has faced criticism for appearing less than perfect,
Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall has revealed that NATO countries are embroiled in a “hidden cyber war” with Russia, as Moscow intensifies its attempts to destabilize the alliance and

Prime Minister Keir Starmer and European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen met in Brussels to discuss strengthening UK-EU ties.

