UK News
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London Northwestern and West Midlands Railway return to public ownership in major rail reform milestone
Passengers using London Northwestern Railway and West Midlands Railway will see their services return to public ownership from Sunday, 1 February 2026, markingRead More... -
Warm home discount extended to 2031: £150 energy bill boost secured for millions of UK families
Millions of households across the UK will continue to receive help with soaring energy costs after the government confirmed the Warm Home Discount will run until theRead More... -
Independent review launched to overhaul single living accommodation for 80,000 UK service personnel
Around 80,000 military personnel living in single and unaccompanied accommodation in the UK and overseas are set to benefit from a major overhaul, as theRead More... -
Saga lifts profit forecast as cruise boom and over-50s travel demand surge
UK travel and insurance group Saga has raised its annual profit outlook after a strong year for its cruise and holiday businesses, buoyed by robust demand from over-50s travellers.Read More... -
London nightlife taskforce unveils 23-point plan to revitalise the capital after dark
London’s nightlife could be on the brink of a major reset after the publication of a landmark new report setting out how the capital can protect, support and grow its night-time economy.Read More...

Culture
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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... -
Karen Newman appointed to sculpt Queen Elizabeth II for National Memorial in St James’s Park
Renowned British sculptor Karen Newman MRSS has been appointed to create a new sculpture of Queen Elizabeth II as part of the UK’s national memorial to the late Monarch, the QueenRead More... -
UK government unveils £1.5bn culture investment to save 1,000 local venues and restore national pride
The government has announced a landmark £1.5 billion investment in arts, culture and heritage, pledging to safeguard more than 1,000 local venues across England and reverse years ofRead More... -
Museum of Oxford reveals 2026 programme focused on community stories, talks and events
The Museum of Oxford has unveiled its 2026 programme, setting out a year of talks, tours and hands-on events that place local people and shared histories firmly centre stage. The newRead More... -
£9m Claude Lorrain masterpiece faces possible export as UK scrambles to keep Baroque treasure
A Baroque landscape masterpiece valued at £9 million has been placed under a temporary export ban, giving UK institutions a final opportunity to keep the work in the country.Read More... -
Welsh towns invited to compete for first-ever UK Town of Culture title
Could a Welsh town become the very first UK Town of Culture? Communities across Wales are being invited to step into the national spotlight as the UK launches its inaugural Town of CultureRead More... -
In Bloom: How plants shaped Britain and the modern world
Plants surround us every day – in our gardens, our homes and even in our cups of tea – yet few of us stop to consider the extraordinary journeys they have taken to get here.Read More... -
UK launches first town of culture competition to revive local pride and boost economic growth
The government has officially launched the UK’s first-ever Town of Culture competition, marking a major new push to restore pride in communities and drive cultural-led economic growthRead More... -
Government announces academy trust inspections to strengthen school accountability
New academy trust inspections to boost transparency for parents and strengthen outcomes for childrenRead More... -
Cumbrian animated flood film scoops international science award
A short animated film featuring a red squirrel from Cumbria has won an international education award, shining a global spotlight on how trees can help tackle floodingRead More...

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World News
As winter approaches and temperatures drop, Russian attacks on Ukrainian energy infrastructure have intensified, with approximately 60 recent incidents, raising concerns in Ukraine.

Prince William of the United Kingdom embarked on a significant visit to Singapore to attend the annual Earthshot Prize ceremony, where he awarded 1 million pounds to each of five pioneering

Arriving in Japan (Tuesday 7 November) for the G7 Foreign Ministers’ meeting, Foreign Secretary, James Cleverly will be addressing developments in the Middle East, including to prevent a

According to Sapo News, one year after the amendment to the foreigners' law, the Portuguese Government has granted 2,600 visas to "digital nomads" from regions beyond Europe.

Justice Minister Eric Dupond-Moretti faces allegations of conflicts of interest for initiating investigations against magistrates he had disputes with during his time as a lawyer. He will stand trial

The Duchess of Edinburgh embarked on an official visit to Canada over the weekend, where the focus was primarily on military-related activities during the initial two days of her trip.
The British Foreign Office has confirmed its decision to temporarily withdraw certain staff members from the British embassy in Lebanon. This move comes as a response to the ongoing conflict

The tense hostage situation at Hamburg Airport came to a conclusion this afternoon, concluding an 18-hour ordeal after a man forcefully entered the airport grounds with his four-year-old

Hamburg Airport is currently under lockdown as authorities work to resolve a hostage situation that unfolded when an armed man drove through a security barrier, reaching the tarmac area.

A new partnership between the UK and German governments has been agreed today (Friday 3 November 2023) to help secure safe, affordable and clean energy for consumers in both nations

