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Russia's Federal Security Service (FSB) announced on Monday that two individuals linked to the British embassy in Moscow have been ordered to leave the country over allegations of

Swiss Railways plans direct connection to the UK by 2030

The United Kingdom, France, Italy, and Germany have welcomed the Arab League’s initiative to rebuild Gaza, emphasizing its potential for sustainable recovery.
China has fired back at President Donald Trump's latest tariff measures with a stark warning, declaring that Beijing is prepared for a full-scale trade war—or any other type of conflict.

The United Kingdom and Vietnam have reinforced their commitment to tackling irregular migration by signing a joint communiqué during the third annual UK-Vietnam Migration Dialogue in
U.S. President Donald Trump abruptly suspended military aid to Ukraine after President Volodymyr Zelensky stated that the war with Russia was "very, very far from over," a comment that
Former Polish president and iconic Solidarity leader Lech Walesa has joined 39 former political prisoners in denouncing former U.S. President Donald Trump's recent confrontation with Ukrainian

The mayor of Ambleteuse, Stéphane Pinto, has called on Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to visit northern France to witness firsthand the impact of small boat crossings.
Microsoft has confirmed that Skype, the once-dominant video-calling service, will be shutting down in May. The platform, which revolutionized online communication by enabling free
The UK is reinforcing its commitment to Ukraine’s defence with a £2.26 billion loan, set to be repaid using profits from sanctioned Russian sovereign assets. The agreement will be formally
UK News
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London renters get new support as Mayor backs £400,000 crackdown on rogue landlords
Sadiq Khan is stepping up support for London’s private renters, with a £400,000 enforcement fund designed to help tenants understand new legal protections and take action againstRead More... -
UK widens venture capital pipeline as £100m fund targets growth beyond London
The UK is preparing to inject a further £100 million into the country’s early-stage investment market, with the government seeking to widen access to venture capital and encourage theRead More... -
Sterling treads water as markets await possible reopening of Strait of Hormuz
The pound remained broadly unchanged against the dollar and euro on Thursday as investors waited for signs of a possible agreement between Iran and Oman that could lead to theRead More... -
Rural broadband reaches 60,000 more homes and businesses across Yorkshire and Lincolnshire
More than 60,000 homes and businesses in rural Yorkshire and Lincolnshire can now access faster broadband as part of the UK Government’s £5 billion Project Gigabit programme.Read More... -
UK expands Global Talent visa to bring more top researchers to Britain
More than 100 innovative British companies will be able to support leading scientists and engineers from around the world to move to the UK under an expanded Global Talent visa schemeRead More...

Culture
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Bloomsbury keeps profit outlook unchanged as AI partnerships boost early-year trading
Bloomsbury Publishing has maintained its full-year financial outlook after reporting a solid start to the new fiscal year, supported by continued income from artificial intelligence licensingRead More... -
Salman Rushdie warns free speech is under threat as London honours his literary legacy
Author Salman Rushdie has warned that freedom of speech is facing growing threats around the world, saying the right to express dissenting views is under increasing pressure even inRead More... -
More than 400 UK towns compete for inaugural Town of Culture title as shortlist nears
More than 400 towns across the UK have entered the race to become the country's first-ever UK Town of Culture, as ministers prepare to unveil a shortlist in the coming weeks.Read More... -
Historic Bayeux Tapestry returns to England after nearly a millennium for landmark exhibition
The British Museum is preparing for overwhelming public interest as tickets go on sale for a once-in-a-generation exhibition featuring the legendary Bayeux Tapestry. The remarkableRead More... -
Universal unveils £5 billion UK theme park project, set to open in 2031
Comcast NBCUniversal has confirmed plans to invest more than £5 billion in building its first-ever European theme park and resort, marking one of the largest entertainment investments in theRead More... -
London gears up for biggest-ever summer of live music as global superstars take over the capital
London is preparing for a landmark summer of live music, reinforcing its status as the world's leading music city with an unparalleled programme of exclusive performances from some of theRead More... -
Eid festival marks 20 years in Trafalgar Square with music, food and family events
London’s annual Eid on the Square celebration will return to Trafalgar Square on Saturday, 30 May, as the popular event marks its 20th anniversary in the heart of the capital.Read More... -
Beatles’ final rooftop performance to be preserved in new London museum
The rooftop where The Beatles staged their iconic final live performance is set to become the centerpiece of a new museum celebrating the legendary band’s legacy.Read More... -
Rare Declaration of Independence to headline landmark exhibition on America’s founding
A major new exhibition marking 250 years since the birth of the United States is set to open this summer, bringing together some of the most important documents from the AmericanRead More... -
Newly released UK archives shed light on early years of Northern Ireland Troubles
Nearly 1,000 previously hard-to-access government records documenting the early years of the Northern Ireland Troubles have been published online, marking a significant step in openingRead More... -
£127.8 million lifeline for UK arts venues signals renewed push for cultural access
More than 130 cultural venues across England are set to receive a significant financial boost as part of a £127.8 million government investment aimed at widening public access to arts andRead More... -
Paddington and Sondheim lead the pack as Olivier Awards mark 50 years of theatre excellence
London’s theatre scene is buzzing ahead of this year’s Olivier Awards, where a charming Peruvian bear and a classic Stephen Sondheim musical are tied at the top of the nominations list.Read More...

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