Culture
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£1bn Chinese ceramics gift to British Museum approved
The Charity Commission has officially approved the largest donation in the British Museum’s history—a collection of Chinese ceramics valued at around £1 billion.Read More... -
UK to return Nazi-looted painting to Jewish family
A 17th-century painting stolen by the Nazis in 1940 from a Jewish art collector in Belgium is set to be returned to the collector’s descendants, the British government announced on Saturday,Read More... -
Queen Camilla launches new Reading Medal to celebrate literary champions
Queen Camilla has unveiled The Queen’s Reading Room Medal, a new honor recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to promoting books, reading, and literature in theirRead More... -
Blackpool Pleasure Beach to cut hours and close rides after £2.7m loss
One of the UK’s most iconic theme parks, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, has announced it will be closing some rides and reducing opening hours following a £2.7 million pre-tax loss.Read More... -
Charity shop stunned as rare Chinese Bible fetches £56,000 at auction
Staff at an Oxfam bookshop in Chelmsford were left "absolutely speechless" after a donated Bible sold at auction for an astonishing £56,280—far exceeding its estimated value of just £800.Read More... -
London Marathon 2025: a historic milestone for the UK’s capital race
The 2025 TCS London Marathon is gearing up to make history. Celebrating its 45th edition, the event is set to become the world’s largest marathon, surpassing the New York City Marathon'sRead More... -
British Museum tops UK visitor charts again in 2024
For the second consecutive year, the British Museum has claimed the title of the UK’s most-visited attraction. The iconic London institution welcomed an impressive 6,479,952 visitors in 2024,Read More... -
Britain's Bloomsbury Publishing expects annual trading to exceed forecasts
Bloomsbury Publishing (BMY.L) announced on Thursday that its annual trading performance is set to surpass market expectations, driven by strong demand for its fiction titles and anRead More... -
£1.1bn British Library expansion moves forward
Plans for a £1.1bn extension of the British Library are officially moving ahead, with completion expected by 2032, the developer has confirmed.Read More... -
Waterstones to leave historic Oxford bookstore for new Queen Street location
Oxford’s iconic Waterstones bookstore is set to leave its historic home in William Baker House and relocate to a new premises in the city centre.Read More... -
Edvard Munch’s portraits take center stage in new London exhibition
A new exhibition at London’s National Portrait Gallery is shining a light on Edvard Munch’s mastery of portraiture, revealing a deeper side to the artist best known for The Scream.Read More... -
This is London’s best bookshop, according to Time Out
Daunt Books in Marylebone takes the top spot, thanks to its stunning Edwardian interiors and exceptional book selection.Read More... -
King Charles shares the soundtrack of his life for Commonwealth Day
From the legendary reggae rhythms of Bob Marley to the chart-topping hits of Kylie Minogue and the soulful melodies of Raye, King Charles has unveiled a selection of songs that have shapedRead More...
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UK News
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UK pay awards drop to lowest level in three years, IDR survey finds
Pay increases granted by UK employers have slowed to their lowest level in three years, according to a new report by Incomes Data Research (IDR). The...02 April 2025Read More... -
UK nears Chagos Islands deal with Mauritius, says Downing Street
The UK government is finalising an agreement with Mauritius over the future of the Chagos Islands, Downing Street has confirmed.01 April 2025Read More... -
Mayor invests over £10m to supercharge London’s creative industries and add £2.5bn to the economy
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has announced a major investment of more than £10 million over the next four years to support the capital’s creative...01 April 2025Read More... -
UK grocery inflation ticks up, says Kantar
Shoppers in the UK saw a slight increase in grocery prices last month, putting more pressure on household budgets, according to new data from market...01 April 2025Read More... -
UK house prices flat in March amid tax change, says Nationwide
British house prices showed no growth in March, according to mortgage lender Nationwide, following a recent government move to lower the threshold...01 April 2025Read More... -
Mayor Sadiq Khan unveils bold new London policing plan for 2025–2029
Mayor of London Sadiq Khan has launched an ambitious new Police and Crime Plan aimed at revitalising neighbourhood policing and making London safer...31 March 2025Read More... -
Primark CEO resigns after 'error of judgement'
Paul Marchant, CEO of Primark, has stepped down following a complaint by a woman regarding his behaviour in a social setting.31 March 2025Read More... -
UK job vacancies see sharpest rise in three years, says Adzuna
The UK job market saw a notable boost in February, with job vacancies growing at their fastest monthly pace in three years, according to figures released...31 March 2025Read More... -
London Councils respond to Spring Statement with urgent call for local investment
Following the government's Spring Statement, London Councils – the cross-party group representing the capital’s boroughs – has called for significant...27 March 2025Read More... -
Next hits £1 billion profit milestone, raises outlook
British fashion retailer Next has reported a 10.1% increase in annual profits, surpassing £1 billion for the first time. The company announced a pretax...27 March 2025Read More... -
UK vehicle production drops in February amid global headwinds
UK vehicle production fell sharply in February, reflecting ongoing struggles in the auto industry amid global economic uncertainty.27 March 2025Read More... -
Pound edges lower as UK inflation cools more than expected
The British pound slipped slightly on Wednesday after UK inflation eased more than anticipated. Consumer prices rose by 2.8% year-on-year in February,...26 March 2025Read More... -
UK inflation drops to 2.8%, offering boost to Rachel Reeves ahead of Spring Statement
Inflation in the UK dropped to 2.8% in February, bringing a bit of good news for Chancellor Rachel Reeves just before her spring statement in the House...26 March 2025Read More... -
MPs to debate London borough funding crisis on day of Spring Statement
A parliamentary debate on the financial crisis facing London’s boroughs will take place on the same day as the Spring Statement, a move welcomed by...26 March 2025Read More...
World News
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Starmer: US-UK trade talks 'well advanced' as Trump tariffs loom
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has said that trade negotiations between the UK and the US are "well advanced," even as new tariffs from Donald Trump...01 April 2025Read More... -
France's Le Pen convicted of embezzlement, banned from office for five years
Marine Le Pen, leader of France’s far-right National Rally (RN) party, was convicted Monday of embezzling European Union funds. She received a five-year...01 April 2025Read More... -
Austrian player wins record £209m EuroMillions jackpot, UK misses out
A record-breaking EuroMillions jackpot of £209 million has been claimed by a lucky winner from Austria, marking the biggest-ever prize in the game’s...29 March 2025Read More... -
Poland and the UK see record growth in trade and investment
In 2023, trade between Poland and the United Kingdom hit an all-time high, reaching €36.4 billion—a 35% increase since 2018. The services sector...26 March 2025Read More... -
Trump-era immigration crackdown affects British and European tourists amid tighter US border controls
Tourists heading to the United States are being warned of stricter and more aggressive border checks that have already led to several detainments and...24 March 2025Read More... -
UK exports thrive in Angola with major infrastructure and renewable energy deal
British firm Dints International has landed a £12.5 million contract to supply infrastructure and renewable energy operations in Angola—thanks in...24 March 2025Read More... -
More than 630,000 Israeli citizens live abroad, with the Israeli community in Europe growing
According to a report by the Institute for Jewish Policy Research (JPR), around one million people worldwide are now “connected to Israel.” The...22 March 2025Read More... -
Prince William meets Estonia’s president amid rising tensions with Russia
Prince William has embarked on a two-day visit to Estonia to strengthen ties between the United Kingdom and the Baltic nation, particularly in light...20 March 2025Read More... -
Lloyd’s of London projects $2.3 billion in losses from California wildfires
Lloyd’s of London estimates losses of approximately $2.3 billion (£1.78 billion) from the devastating wildfires that swept through Los Angeles earlier...17 March 2025Read More... -
New Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney seeks European allies amid Trump tensions
Newly elected Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney is embarking on his first international trip, heading to Paris and London on Monday to strengthen...17 March 2025Read More... -
North Macedonia nightclub fire kills 59, injures over 155
A devastating fire at the Pulse nightclub in Kocani, North Macedonia, has claimed the lives of at least 59 people and left more than 155 others injured,...16 March 2025Read More... -
UK expresses disappointment over US tariffs, says business secretary Reynolds
UK Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds has described the United States' decision to impose global tariffs on steel and aluminium as "disappointing,"...12 March 2025Read More... -
Ukraine agrees to 30-day ceasefire as Trump resumes military aid and intelligence sharing
Ukraine has agreed to a 30-day ceasefire with Russia, following a push from the United States, as President Donald Trump lifts the pause on military...11 March 2025Read More... -
Has the Ukrainian government decided to arm all citizens?
This week, an important reform was launched in Ukraine: permits for purchasing firearms have begun to be issued online. According to the UNIAN news agency,...11 March 2025Read More... -
UK PM Starmer to hold virtual talks on Ukraine ceasefire support
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer is set to host virtual discussions on Saturday with leaders from nations willing to back a ceasefire in Ukraine, his...10 March 2025Read More...
Media
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King Charles applauds regional media while Queen Camilla marks ITV’s 70th anniversary
King Charles and Queen Camilla recently celebrated the importance of British media through a series of high-profile engagements, highlighting both the...29 March 2025Read More... -
Prince Harry’s US visa documents released in redacted form amid harassment concerns
A heavily redacted set of court documents related to Prince Harry’s US visa has been released, with his exact immigration status withheld due to...19 March 2025Read More... -
Tech firms must take action to protect UK users from illegal content
Starting Monday, tech companies operating in the UK must implement stricter measures to prevent the spread of illegal content, including child sexual...17 March 2025Read More... -
UK media regulator ends investigation into underage access to OnlyFans
Britain’s media regulator, Ofcom, has closed its investigation into whether individuals under the age of 18 have been accessing OnlyFans. However,...05 February 2025Read More... -
TikToker goes viral after running from London to Birmingham in 25 hours
Rodrick Ekechi, a TikTok fitness enthusiast and university student, has captured the internet’s attention after completing an extraordinary 25-hour...26 January 2025Read More...