UK News
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Rishi Sunak commits to achieving 2.5% GDP defence spending target by 2030In a recent address, Rishi Sunak outlined plans for substantial increases in defence spending in the coming years, citing the current global landscape as the most perilousRead More...
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Government dismisses calls to reschedule Rwanda Bill vote amid Pesach concernsCrossbench peer Lord Carlile has voiced dismay after the government overlooked "strong representations" to reschedule the crucial Rwanda Bill vote, which coincided with theRead More...
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British grocery inflation declines to 3.2%, reports KantarAccording to industry data released on Tuesday, UK grocery price inflation experienced a continued decline for the 14th consecutive month in April, partly fueled by increased promotionalRead More...
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UK Parliament passes Rwanda asylum law as Sunak pledges flights to begin soonBritish Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced plans to commence the transfer of asylum seekers to Rwanda within the next 10 to 12 weeks, following the passage of required legislation byRead More...
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UK government borrowing exceeds forecastsRecent data from the Office for National Statistics reveals that government borrowing surpassed expectations for the last financial year.Read More...
Culture
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Rishi Sunak: remembering those lost in terror attackIn his Passover message to the Jewish community, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak acknowledges the somber reality that "for too many families, there will be empty seats" at the Seder table thisRead More...
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Co-op Live: Manchester's new arena opens with high capacity and ambitionsA monumental addition to Manchester's entertainment landscape, the new £365m Co-op Live arena is poised to claim the title of the largest indoor arena in the UK. Nestled beside ManchesterRead More...
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Brontë birthplace unveils open day prior to renovationThe birthplace of the renowned Brontë sisters is set to welcome visitors for a special glimpse inside before embarking on a significant refurbishment.Read More...
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Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' smashes Spotify recordTaylor Swift's latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," has shattered Spotify's record for the most-streamed album in a single day, the platform has announced. Not only did Swift'sRead More...
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Historic London pub, linked to Royalty, ravaged by fire: a heartbreaking lossA renowned London pub, steeped in history dating back possibly to the 16th century, has suffered extensive damage in a devastating fire. The Burn Bullock, a grade II-listed establishmentRead More...
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Salvator Rosa painting stolen from Oxford, recovered in Romania, and returned to UKA painting valued at EUR 2 million, stolen from an art gallery at Oxford University approximately four years ago, has been recovered in Romania and returned to UK judicial authorities,Read More...
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Plans to demolish former Museum of London site put on pauseA last-minute intervention from Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove has halted plans to demolish the former Museum of London site.Read More...
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June’s London Fashion Week returns with fresh conceptThe British Fashion Council has unveiled an innovative approach for the upcoming London Fashion Week in June, aiming to spark a cultural phenomenon. Set to take place fromRead More...
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London's inaugural Taiwanese culture festival explores island's identity and historyLondon's vibrant Notting Hill district is about to experience a taste of Taiwanese culture with the launch of the 16-day Taiwan Festival on Friday, April 12.Read More...
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Soho showcase: The Art of Banksy unveils London's largest collectionThe largest collection of original Banksy artworks is set to make its debut in London's Soho, featuring over 150 pieces from the enigmatic Bristol-based artist. Opening at 100 CharingRead More...
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Taylor Swift joins billionaire elite: a look at the wealthiest of 2024Taylor Swift has ascended to the ranks of the world's wealthiest individuals, marking her debut on the billionaire list alongside luminaries such as Elon Musk. This revelation comes courtesy of aRead More...
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JK Rowling challenges police to "arrest her" amid Twitter controversy surrounding Scotland's Hate Crime ActThe Hate Crime and Public Order Act has officially taken effect in Scotland, sparking a fiery debate over free speech and expression. At the center of this controversy is renowned authorRead More...
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UK-Australia Free Trade Agreement unlocks royalty windfall for British artistsBritish artists are poised to receive a substantial boost in royalties from their work sold in Australia, thanks to the recently enacted UK-Australia Free Trade Agreement.Read More...
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World News
Marriages in China have reached a historic low, according to a report by local news outlet Yicai. Data published on the Ministry of Civil Affairs website revealed that only 6.83 million couples
Three individuals were tragically killed and ten others wounded when Russian forces launched an attack on a boat carrying evacuees from flooded occupied territory to the Ukrainian-controlled
Chinese Vice President Han Zheng met with Nicholas Lyons, Lord Mayor of the City of London, in Beijing on Thursday to discuss the economic and trade ties between China and Britain.
In a significant announcement today, the United States and the United Kingdom have introduced the Atlantic Declaration, establishing a framework for a dynamic and forward-looking U.S.-UK
Qantas, the Australian airline, has made significant changes to its uniform rules by relaxing gender-based restrictions. The new style guide allows male employees to wear makeup and have
A grave situation unfolds in eastern Ukraine as more than 40,000 individuals face the imminent risk of losing their homes due to flooding. The catastrophic event was
Ukraine can count on the UK’s support, both on the battlefield and during its recovery, the Foreign Secretary has told the country during his second visit to Kyiv.
The United States has imposed sanctions on several Chinese and Hong Kong firms accused of providing support to Iran's ballistic missile program, citing concerns about
Tensions between Ukraine and Russia heightened as both sides accused each other of blowing up a major dam near Kherson in southern Ukraine. The destruction of the Kakhovka dam, located
NATO reinforcements have commenced their arrival in Kosovo on Monday (5 June 2023) following the recent outbreak of violence, which resulted in nearly 40 injured KFOR peacekeeping