
Culture
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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... -
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...

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UK News
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£150 million boost for UK high streets as government moves to revive local communities
Britain’s struggling high streets are set for a major revival after the government announced a £150 million investment aimed at restoring community...01 February 2026Read More... -
UK PM Keir Starmer urges Prince Andrew to testify before U.S. Congress over Epstein links
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has said that Prince Andrew should testify before a U.S. congressional committee investigating the crimes of disgraced...01 February 2026Read More... -
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,...30 January 2026Read 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...30 January 2026Read 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,...30 January 2026Read 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...29 January 2026Read 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,...29 January 2026Read More... -
Storm Chandra sparks ongoing flood risk in Somerset and Dorset, Environment Agency warns
The Environment Agency has warned that the risk of flooding remains high across parts of Somerset and Dorset following heavy rainfall brought by Storm...29 January 2026Read More... -
Lloyds raises profitability targets after annual profit jumps 12% despite motor finance charges
Lloyds Banking Group reported a stronger-than-expected rise in annual profit, prompting Britain’s biggest mortgage lender to upgrade its profitability...29 January 2026Read More... -
Government secures future of Isle of Wight Vestas factory, saving 300 wind energy jobs
More than 300 skilled jobs on the Isle of Wight have been saved after government intervention and fresh investment from wind turbine manufacturer Vestas...28 January 2026Read More... -
New farm pollution rules aim to clean up rivers while easing burden on farmers
Simplified regulations and tighter sludge controls designed to protect water quality and support sustainable food production28 January 2026Read More... -
HSBC breaks $300 billion market value barrier as shares hit record high
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UK government taps top British AI talent to transform public services and strengthen national security
The UK government is bringing some of the country’s leading artificial intelligence experts into Whitehall as part of a major push to modernise public...27 January 2026Read More... -
London marks Holocaust Memorial Day as Mayor and Assembly host moving City Hall commemoration
London’s City Hall became a place of reflection and remembrance on 19 January, as Mayor of London Sadiq Khan and the Deputy Chair of the London Assembly,...27 January 2026Read More... -
TfL’s five-year road plan wims to cut congestion, speed up buses and future-proof London’s streets
Transport for London (TfL) has unveiled an ambitious five-year strategy designed to tackle congestion, improve safety and modernise how London’s...26 January 2026Read More...
World News
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Slovakia PM’s security adviser steps down after Epstein messages surface
Slovakia’s prime minister has accepted the resignation of his national security adviser after newly released US documents revealed past message exchanges...01 February 2026Read More... -
Danes rally at U.S. Embassy after Trump comments spark outrage among veterans
Hundreds of people gathered outside the U.S. Embassy in Copenhagen on Saturday to show solidarity with Danish veterans after comments by former U.S....31 January 2026Read More... -
France slashes safety limits for infant formula after global contamination recalls
France has tightened safety standards for infant milk after a wave of international recalls linked to a toxin found in baby formula ingredients, a...31 January 2026Read More... -
UK secures over £4.5bn in trade, investment and market access as Prime Minister ends landmark China visit
The Prime Minister has returned from China with a package of trade, investment and market-access agreements worth billions of pounds, marking the UK’s...31 January 2026Read More... -
Power grid crisis in Ukraine triggers blackouts in Moldova and Kyiv
A major power grid emergency in Ukraine has spilled over into neighboring Moldova, causing widespread electricity outages and disrupting essential...31 January 2026Read More... -
Burkina Faso junta bans all political parties, deepening military grip on power
Burkina Faso’s military rulers have announced a sweeping ban on all political parties, marking a major escalation in the junta’s consolidation...30 January 2026Read More... -
China grants visa-free entry to UK citizens during Keir Starmer’s Beijing visit
China has agreed to ease visa restrictions for British citizens, allowing short-term visa-free travel as Prime Minister Keir Starmer wrapped up high-level...30 January 2026Read More... -
Germany weighs European nuclear shield as transatlantic ties grow uncertain, Merz says
Germany is exploring the idea of a shared European nuclear umbrella with its allies, Chancellor Friedrich Merz said, as debates intensify across the...29 January 2026Read More... -
Hungary unveils $157 million heating subsidy as election nears and living costs bite
Hungary’s government has announced a 50 billion forint ($157 million) support scheme to help households cope with rising heating bills this winter,...29 January 2026Read More... -
From tradition to global markets: Lidia Dart’s insights from SABAVA
Interview with the European representative SABAVA Impex Lidia Dart.28 January 2026Read More... -
EU greenlights €3.1 billion Spanish state aid scheme to boost high-efficiency cogeneration power
The European Commission has given the green light to a €3.1 billion Spanish state aid scheme aimed at ramping up electricity production from highly...28 January 2026Read More... -
Starmer visits China in diplomatic reset, urges UK businesses to expand ties despite security concerns
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer arrived in China on Wednesday for the first visit by a UK leader in eight years, striking an optimistic but cautious...28 January 2026Read More... -
Spain announces €20 million compensation plan after deadly high-speed train crash
Spain will allocate 20 million euros ($24 million) in compensation to victims of last week’s high-speed train derailment that killed 45 people and...27 January 2026Read More... -
Switzerland sees second straight year of slowing immigration as departures rise
Immigration to Switzerland lost momentum in 2025, with fewer foreign nationals moving to the country and more deciding to leave, according to provisional...26 January 2026Read More... -
Gold miner stocks rally as gold prices smash $5,100 record on safe-haven surge
Shares of gold mining companies surged in premarket trading on Monday after bullion prices soared to a fresh all-time high of $5,100 per ounce, extending...26 January 2026Read More...
Media
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UK culture secretary signals possible intervention in £500m Telegraph takeover
Britain’s culture secretary, Lisa Nandy, has signalled she may step in to review the proposed £500 million takeover of the Daily Telegraph by Daily...21 January 2026Read More... -
Prince Harry takes the stand as privacy lawsuit against Daily Mail publisher begins at High Court
Prince Harry has arrived at the High Court in London for the opening of a major privacy trial against the publisher of the Daily Mail, marking...19 January 2026Read More... -
Prince Harry to testify in High Court privacy battle against Daily Mail publisher
Prince Harry is set to return to a London courtroom next week, where he will personally give evidence in a high-profile privacy lawsuit against the...15 January 2026Read More... -
UK government turns to TikTok to publicise immigration raids amid voter backlash
The British government has taken its immigration message to TikTok, launching an official account that showcases raids on people accused of working...14 January 2026Read More... -
Keir Starmer threatens action against Elon Musk over AI ‘Deepfake’ abuse on X
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has issued a stark warning to Elon Musk, urging the tech billionaire to rein in his AI chatbot Grok after it was reportedly...13 January 2026Read More... -
BBC moves to dismiss Donald Trump’s $5bn defamation lawsuit over January 6 documentary
The BBC is preparing to ask a US court to throw out Donald Trump’s $5bn (£3.7bn) defamation lawsuit, arguing that the case has no legal footing...13 January 2026Read More... -
Meta blocks 550,000 social media accounts as Australia enforces world’s toughest youth ban
Meta has blocked more than half a million social media accounts in the opening days of Australia’s sweeping new law banning children under 16 from...12 January 2026Read More...

