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Liverpool set to launch groundbreaking inclusive sport and culture festival in 2027
Liverpool set to launch groundbreaking inclusive sport and culture festival in 2027
Liverpool is set to transform its historic waterfront into a hub of sport, art, and creativity with a pioneering inclusive festival in May 2027. The week-long event will
Read More... Lindsey Vonn crashes in Olympic Downhill as breezy Johnson claims gold at Milan-Cortina Games
Lindsey Vonn crashes in Olympic Downhill as breezy Johnson claims gold at Milan-Cortina Games
Lindsey Vonn’s emotional bid for Olympic glory ended in heartbreak on Sunday as the alpine skiing great crashed out of the women’s downhill at the Milan-Cortina
Read More... Ukraine endorses Olympic truce proposal for Milano Cortina games, urges Russia to show will for peace
Ukraine endorses Olympic truce proposal for Milano Cortina games, urges Russia to show will for peace
Ukraine has thrown its support behind a call for a temporary ceasefire with Russia during the upcoming Winter Olympics, backing an appeal rooted in the ancient Olympic tradition of laying
Read More... Europe’s royals gather in Italy ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics
Europe’s royals gather in Italy ahead of the 2026 Winter Olympics
While many royals make a point of attending the Summer Olympic Games, far fewer regularly appear at the Winter Olympics. However, with the Milano Cortina
Read More... Premier League publishes special edition of British Journal of Sports Medicine on player health and concussion management
Premier League publishes special edition of British Journal of Sports Medicine on player health and concussion management
The Premier League has released a dedicated special edition of the 'British Journal of Sports Medicine' (BJSM), highlighting the League’s commitment to
Read More... Man City set up EFL Cup final clash with Arsenal after dominant win over Newcastle
Man City set up EFL Cup final clash with Arsenal after dominant win over Newcastle
Manchester City booked their place in next month’s EFL Cup final with a commanding 3-1 victory over Newcastle United at the Etihad Stadium, completing a thumping 5-1 aggregate win in the
Read More... Noni Madueke officially credited with goal in Arsenal’s 4-0 rout of Leeds
Noni Madueke officially credited with goal in Arsenal’s 4-0 rout of Leeds
Noni Madueke has officially been awarded Arsenal’s second goal in their emphatic 4-0 victory over Leeds United, following a saying by the Premier League’s Goal Accreditation Panel.
Read More... How sport challenged hatred: Holocaust Memorial Day exhibition at Stamford Bridge
How sport challenged hatred: Holocaust Memorial Day exhibition at Stamford Bridge
Chelsea Football Club marked Holocaust Memorial Day with a powerful exhibition at Stamford Bridge, bringing together supporters and staff to reflect on the role sport
Read More... UK cities revealed for 2027 Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes as routes confirmed
UK cities revealed for 2027 Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes as routes confirmed
The UK’s host towns and cities for the 2027 Tour de France and Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift have been officially confirmed, with organisers unveiling the start
Read More... Premier League enters Roblox with “Dribble Dash” football game
Premier League enters Roblox with “Dribble Dash” football game
The Premier League has officially stepped deeper into the gaming world with the launch of Dribble Dash, a new football-themed experience now live on Roblox.
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New 10-year government plan to rebuild schools, boost inclusion and future-proof classrooms
Schools to be designed for inclusion, with dedicated support bases and modern, climate-resilient buildingsRead More... -
Using social science to protect vulnerable people in emergencies
When emergencies strike—whether floods, power cuts or disease outbreaks—the impacts are rarely felt equally. While crises can disrupt daily life for everyone,Read More... -
Celebrating 18 years of scholarly impact: the Centre for European Democracy Studies (CEDS)
In 2026, the Centre for European Democracy Studies (CEDS) proudly marks its 18th anniversary, a milestone that underscores nearly two decades of rigorousRead More... -
Clarendon Fund at Oxford celebrates 25 years of supporting world-class graduate scholars
Oxford University is marking a major milestone this academic year as the Clarendon Fund, its largest and most prestigious graduate scholarship programme, celebrates 25 years of impact.Read More... -
Ofqual fines University of West London £150,000 over exam failures impacting thousands of music students
The University of West London (UWL) has been fined £150,000 by exams regulator Ofqual after serious regulatory failures affected thousands of students takingRead More... -
Parents favour primary schools with free breakfast clubs as 300,000 children set to benefit
Parents across the country are increasingly prioritising primary schools that offer free breakfast clubs, as new government figures reveal the growing impact of the Best Start programme onRead More... -
London school rolls fall sharply, raising fears over funding cuts and education standards
A steep decline in pupil numbers across London is threatening school budgets, staff levels and curriculum breadth, with councils warning that education standardsRead More... -
From Australia to Europe, governments crack down on Children’s social media use
Governments around the world are moving to tighten controls on children’s access to social media, as concerns grow over online safety, mental health, and excessive screen time.Read More... -
UK–Uruguay Youth Mobility Scheme 2026: how young people can live, work and travel abroad
The UK–Uruguay Youth Mobility Scheme (YMS) continues to open doors in 2026, giving young people from both countries the chance to live, work and immerse themselves in a new culture forRead More...
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Londoners on trial: 700 years of crime revealed in a free City archives exhibition
From medieval pickpockets to notorious Victorian figures, seven centuries of crime, punishment and public fascination are laid bare in a new exhibition atRead More... -
Lost for centuries, Henry VIII’s golden love pendant finds a home at the British Museum
A golden heart pendant once symbolizing the doomed marriage of Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon has finally been secured for permanent display at the BritishRead More... -
British High Commission hosts Caledonian Ball in Lahore to celebrate growing Scotland–Pakistan partnership
The British High Commission brought a touch of Scotland to Lahore this week as it hosted the Caledonian Ball at the historic Sir Ganga Ram Residence, celebratingRead More... -
300-year-old Rysbrack Marble putti blocked from export as UK scrambles to save national treasure
A three-century-old marble sculpture by renowned eighteenth-century sculptor Michael Rysbrack has been placed under a temporary UK export ban, giving BritishRead More... -
Inside ICG PR: how an international PR agency shapes reputation for luxury, fashion, and cultural brands
Interview: the co-founder of Iris Consulting Group Iryna Kotlyarevska on building global visibility with cultural intelligenceRead More... -
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...
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Italy pushes naval blockade law to curb migrant arrivals amid EU asylum clampdown
Italy’s right-wing government has taken another hard line on migration, approving draft legislation that would allow naval blockades to stop migrant...11 February 2026Read More...
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£35m investment aims to retain top business talent and scale Scotland’s life sciences sector
Scotland is stepping up efforts to retain top business talent and accelerate the growth of its life sciences sector with a new £35 million public...11 February 2026Read More...
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Antisemitic incidents in the UK hit second-highest level on record in 2025, CST reports
Antisemitic incidents in the UK reached their second-highest annual total on record in 2025, according to new figures published by the Community Security...11 February 2026Read More... -
UK to double troop deployment in Arctic as NATO boosts defence against rising Russian activity
The UK is significantly strengthening its military presence in the Arctic and High North, responding to what ministers describe as the most serious...11 February 2026Read More... -
Government issues new statement on small boat crossings
A Home Office spokesperson said: “This Government is bearing down on small boat crossings.10 February 2026Read More... -
Train driver age cut to 18 as government opens rail careers to school leavers
School leavers across Britain will soon be able to apply to become train drivers, after the government confirmed plans to lower the minimum age requirement...10 February 2026Read More... -
Government to create 13,000 construction apprenticeships and T Levels through major school rebuilding programme
The government has announced plans to create 13,000 new apprenticeship and T Level placement opportunities as part of a long-term drive to rebuild...10 February 2026Read More... -
Buckingham Palace signals full cooperation with police over fresh allegations against Prince Andrew
Buckingham Palace has said it is prepared to assist police should they open a formal investigation into fresh allegations involving Prince Andrew,...10 February 2026Read More... -
New toilets open at Morden Tube station under Mayor’s £15m London transport upgrade
New customer toilets have opened at Morden Underground station, marking the first new facilities on the London Underground network delivered under...09 February 2026Read More... -
UK expands BN(O) visa scheme, opening independent pathway for thousands of young Hong Kongers
Thousands more people from Hong Kong will be able to start new lives in the UK after the government announced a significant expansion of the British...09 February 2026Read More... -
Universal Credit reforms aim to boost work incentives and support sick and disabled people into jobs
The government is pressing ahead with major welfare reforms designed to encourage more people into work, as new Universal Credit legislation is formally...09 February 2026Read More...
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NatWest agrees to buy Evelyn Partners for £2.7bn in major wealth management push
NatWest Group has struck a deal to acquire Evelyn Partners, one of the UK’s largest wealth managers, for £2.7 billion ($3.68 billion), including...09 February 2026Read More... -
Ocado plans up to 1,000 job cuts as cost pressures mount on automated warehouses
Ocado is preparing to cut up to 1,000 jobs as the British online grocery and technology group steps up efforts to rein in costs after a challenging...08 February 2026Read More... -
Beavers set for return to South West England as government approves new wild releases
Beavers are set to make a long-awaited return to rivers in South West England, with Natural England approving two new wild release projects due to...08 February 2026Read More...
World News
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Battle for Pokrovsk intensifies as Ukrainian command warns of final phase in Eastern front fighting
Russian forces are stepping up pressure on the eastern Ukrainian city of Pokrovsk, with Kyiv warning that the fighting has entered what could be its...11 February 2026Read More...
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UK and Malaysia deepen partnership to advance green transport and low-carbon mobility
The United Kingdom and Malaysia are strengthening bilateral cooperation to accelerate the development of a sustainable, integrated and future-ready...11 February 2026Read More...
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French wine and spirits exports hit 25-year volume low amid trade tensions
French wine and spirits exports sank to their lowest volume in at least 25 years last year, battered by rising trade barriers, weakening demand in...10 February 2026Read More... -
Canada and France establish Greenland consulates amid growing Arctic geopolitical tensions
Canada and France are opening new diplomatic consulates in Greenland’s capital, Nuuk, underscoring their support for Denmark and signaling increased...09 February 2026Read More... -
Iran detains senior reformist leaders amid widening post-protest crackdown
Iranian authorities have arrested at least four prominent figures linked to the country’s reformist camp, deepening a sweeping security crackdown...09 February 2026Read More... -
Advent and FedEx strike $9.2 billion deal to acquire European parcel locker giant InPost
A consortium led by private equity firm Advent International and U.S. delivery giant FedEx has agreed to acquire European parcel locker operator InPost...09 February 2026Read More... -
Portugal presidential runoff: socialist Antonio José Seguro crushes far-right rival, exit polls show
Portugal’s moderate Socialist candidate Antonio José Seguro was on course for a decisive victory in the country’s presidential runoff on Sunday,...08 February 2026Read More... -
UK sells HMS Enterprise to Bangladesh, deepening defence and maritime security ties
The United Kingdom and Bangladesh have strengthened their defence partnership with the signing of a government-to-government agreement for the sale of...08 February 2026Read More... -
Indian refiners shun Russian crude as New Delhi eyes breakthrough U.S. trade deal
Indian refiners are quietly stepping back from buying Russian oil, a shift that trade and refining sources say could smooth the path for a long-awaited...08 February 2026Read More... -
US animal rights activist to be extradited from UK over 2003 California bombings
A London court has ruled that U.S. animal rights activist Daniel San Diego can be extradited to the United States to face charges over bombings connected...06 February 2026Read More... -
French Navy seizes cocaine shipment in Caribbean, hands suspects to Barbados authorities
The French Navy has intercepted a vessel carrying a shipment of cocaine in the Caribbean, transferring the boat and those on board to Barbadian authorities,...05 February 2026Read More... -
Lufthansa at 100: German airline confronts its Nazi-era history and forced labour legacy
As it marks its 100th anniversary, Germany’s flagship airline Lufthansa is publicly confronting one of the darkest chapters of its history: its deep...04 February 2026Read More... -
UK and EU seal landmark North Sea deal to power clean energy future
The UK and European partners have signed a landmark clean energy agreement aimed at transforming the North Sea into one of the world’s largest sources...04 February 2026Read More... -
U.S. and India strike major trade deal: tariffs cut to 18% as New Delhi agrees to phase out Russian oil imports
In a significant shift in global trade and energy politics, U.S. President Donald Trump announced on Monday that the United States and India have reached...03 February 2026Read More...
Media
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Former Daily Mail editor Paul Dacre tells UK court he is “angry and upset” over Prince Harry privacy claims
Paul Dacre, the long-serving former editor of the Daily Mail and one of the most influential figures in British journalism, told the High Court in...11 February 2026Read More... -
BBC TV licence fee to rise to £180 from April, sparking anger as costs overtake streaming rivals
The annual TV licence fee will rise by £5.50 to £180 from April 1, dealing another blow to household budgets already stretched by the cost-of-living...06 February 2026Read More... -
Elton John’s husband David Furnish accuses Daily Mail of homophobia and privacy violations in High Court trial
David Furnish, the husband of British music icon Elton John, has accused the publisher of the Daily Mail of unlawfully obtaining private information...06 February 2026Read More... -
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...