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Mayor of London meets NBA Deputy Commissioner to explore major basketball opportunities in the capital
Mayor of London meets NBA Deputy Commissioner to explore major basketball opportunities in the capital
Mayor Sadiq Khan met with NBA Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer Mark Tatum to discuss their mutual goal of expanding basketball’s presence and
Read More... 2024 London Marathon sets world record with £73.5 million raised for charity
2024 London Marathon sets world record with £73.5 million raised for charity
The 2024 London Marathon set a new world record by raising £73.5 million, marking the highest-ever total for a one-day fundraising event. The final amount was
Read More... UEFA warns England could face Euros ban over football regulator plans
UEFA warns England could face Euros ban over football regulator plans
Plans introduced in July propose the creation of a new body to oversee the top five tiers of men's football in England, with the goal of "protecting clubs" and
Read More... Young British tennis star Mika Stojsavljevic wins US Open juniors title
Young British tennis star Mika Stojsavljevic wins US Open juniors title
15-year-old British tennis sensation Mika Stojsavljevic has made history by winning the US Open girls' title, marking the first time in 15 years that a UK player has
Read More... Paris 2024: The Olympic rings will remain on the Eiffel Tower, announces Anne Hidalgo
Paris 2024: The Olympic rings will remain on the Eiffel Tower, announces Anne Hidalgo
After the Paris 2024 Olympic and Paralympic Games, the Eiffel Tower will retain its Olympic rings, announced the mayor of Paris, Anne Hidalgo, on Saturday, August 31.
Read More... West Ham sign Aaron Wan-Bissaka from Manchester United for £15 million
West Ham sign Aaron Wan-Bissaka from Manchester United for £15 million
West Ham United have secured the signing of defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka from Manchester United in a deal worth £15 million. The 26-year-old has committed to a
Read More... Oxford University's Oriel College celebrates historic Olympic success with double gold medals
Oxford University's Oriel College celebrates historic Olympic success with double gold medals
For the first time in its history, Oxford University's Oriel College saw two of its students win medals at the same Olympic Games—and both were gold.
Read More... Paris Olympics closing ceremony: everything you need to know
Paris Olympics closing ceremony: everything you need to know
As the Paris 2024 Olympics draw to a close after more than two weeks of thrilling sports, the city is gearing up for the grand closing ceremony.
Read More... Woolwich teen becomes UK's youngest chess grandmaster
Woolwich teen becomes UK's youngest chess grandmaster
Shreyas Royal, a 15-year-old chess prodigy from south-east London, has made history by becoming Britain’s youngest chess grandmaster. Achieving this prestigious title at the British Chess
Read More... British women break world record in Olympic team sprint qualifying
British women break world record in Olympic team sprint qualifying
Britain's women shattered the world record during the qualifying rounds of the Olympic track cycling team sprint at the National Velodrome on Monday.
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University of Glasgow to lead £5.5m sustainable electronics innovation hub
The University of Glasgow has been selected to lead the newly established Responsible Electronics and Circular Technologies Centre (REACT), a £5.5 million initiative aimed at promotingRead More... -
Ofqual poll highlights importance of cyber security training in schools
Ofqual is urging schools and colleges to prioritize cyber security after a recent poll revealed the risks associated with inadequate cyber hygiene.Read More... -
Oxford Brookes University breaks into the top 50 in national rankings
Oxford Brookes University has made a significant leap in the latest national university rankings, climbing 11 places from its 2024 position of 61st to secure 50th placeRead More... -
European diplomats push back on UK VAT plan for private education, seek exemption for international schools
European embassies in London are actively lobbying the UK government to exempt international schools from the upcoming 20 per cent VAT charge on privateRead More... -
Manchester launches $2.3 billion science and technology innovation district
The city of Manchester, in northern England, has officially opened the first phase of a £1.7 billion ($2.3 billion) science and technology innovation hub.Read More... -
Jewish students express concerns about returning to campuses one year after 7 October attacks
A recent survey conducted by University Jewish Chaplaincy (UJC) highlights the impact of the 7 October Hamas attacks on Jewish students in the UK.Read More... -
Scottish universities unite to provide refuge for academics amid Ukraine and Gaza conflicts
Scottish universities are stepping up efforts to support academics seeking refuge from conflicts in Ukraine, Gaza, and other regions facing political instability.Read More... -
Starmer confirms Holocaust education will be mandatory in all UK schools
UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer has announced that all schools across the UK will be required to teach students about the Holocaust, as part of a new nationalRead More... -
Leading universities urged to cap private school admissions at 10% to boost social mobility
Strictly limiting the number of private school students admitted to Oxford, Cambridge, and other top universities to just 10% is a "radical" measure necessaryRead More... -
London primary school enrollment set to drop by 52,000 by 2028
The number of primary school students in London is projected to decline by 52,000 by 2028, which is twice the national average, according to analysis reported by theRead More...
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Guildhall Library celebrates 600th anniversary with exhibition honoring founder and London’s legendary figure
Six centuries ago, the first library at Guildhall was established through a bequest from Richard Whittington, a former Lord Mayor of the City of London, who was renowned as a shrewdRead More... -
Honiara: London Fashion Week show Blo Iumi returns bigger and better in 2024
The British High Commission in Honiara hosted its second edition of the popular London Fashion Week Show Blo Iumi on Tuesday, September 17, 2024, featuringRead More... -
Wiener Holocaust Library reopens after major renovations with exhibition on Jewish émigré sculptor Fred Kormis
The world’s oldest Holocaust studies library and research center, the Wiener Holocaust Library, is set to reopen its doors on September 20th following extensiveRead More... -
Van Gogh's 'Les Canots Amarrés' expected to fetch $50 million at Hong Kong auction
A painting by Vincent van Gogh, titled "Les canots amarrés" (The Anchored Boats), is set to be auctioned at Christie's 20th and 21st Century Evening Auction inRead More... -
Silk Roads at the British Museum: a first glimpse at a route of vast historical importance
The upcoming "Silk Roads" exhibition at the British Museum promises to be an expansive exploration of one of history's most significant trade networks.Read More... -
Library closures are a 'decimation,' says former Children's Laureate
Former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen has strongly condemned the closure of libraries across the UK, describing it as a "decimation." Rosen, who grew up in Harrow,Read More... -
Historic painting once owned by Britain's first Prime Minister faces export risk
A temporary export bar has been placed on Le Rêve de L’Artiste, a painting by the influential 18th-century French artist Jean-Antoine Watteau, to allow time for a UK galleryRead More... -
National Gallery enlists social media influencers to attract Gen Z and shed 'stuffy' image
In an effort to draw in Gen Z visitors and refresh its image, the National Gallery has teamed up with social media influencers to promote its art and engage with aRead More... -
Liverpool library rises from the ashes: community defies UK riots
Amid a wave of community support, a library in Liverpool is rebuilding after being set on fire during a series of racist riots that swept across England last week.Read More... -
Banksy's latest artwork in London stolen just hours after unveiling
Another of Banksy's animal-themed artworks was stolen in London only hours after it was unveiled. The piece, which featured a stencil of a wolf howling towards the sky, was painted on whatRead More... -
UK museums introduce child-friendly hours for summer visitors
Several museums and galleries across London and the UK are introducing designated child-friendly hours this summer to make parents feel more comfortable bringingRead More... -
Cineworld to close six UK cinemas in major restructuring effort
Cineworld has announced its decision to close six cinemas across the UK as part of a comprehensive restructuring plan. The closures come as the world'sRead More...
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Tory leadership election: James Cleverly drops out as Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick reach final two
In a surprising turn of events, James Cleverly was eliminated from the Conservative leadership race on Tuesday, leaving Kemi Badenoch and Robert Jenrick...09 October 2024Read More...
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Renter protections advance as renters' Rights Bill progresses through Parliament
Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner will present the Renters' Rights Bill to Parliament today, aiming to abolish Section 21 ‘no fault’ evictions,...09 October 2024Read More...
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Marston's pub group cuts debt and outperforms market with strong sales growth
British pub group Marston's announced on Wednesday that it expects a significant reduction in its net debt and reported that its annual like-for-like...09 October 2024Read More... -
UK government intervenes in major London film studio development dispute
In a decisive move, the UK government has chosen to intervene in a high-profile planning conflict surrounding a proposed film studio development near...09 October 2024Read More... -
UK government fast-tracks modernisation of pensions system
Following the Chancellor's recent visit to Canada, where he observed how retirement schemes successfully pool employee contributions into larger funds...08 October 2024Read More... -
UK water firms ordered to cut bills by $206 million over environmental failings
Britain's water companies have been ordered to return 157.6 million pounds ($206 million) to customers after missing environmental targets, as penalties...08 October 2024Read More... -
UK grocery inflation rises, pressuring shoppers
British shoppers faced increased pressure on their budgets last month as grocery price inflation edged higher, according to industry data released...08 October 2024Read More... -
Donald Trump to open second golf course in Aberdeenshire in 2025
Former U.S. President Donald Trump is set to open a second golf course at his resort in Aberdeenshire next year. The new 18-hole links course, named...07 October 2024Read More... -
England’s salmon population hits record low due to poor water quality
England's Atlantic salmon population has reached an all-time low, highlighting the deteriorating condition of its marine and freshwater ecosystems,...07 October 2024Read More... -
Sterling falls against euro and dollar amid geopolitical concerns and central bank uncertainty
The British pound weakened against both the euro and the U.S. dollar on Monday, as geopolitical tensions and uncertainty around central bank monetary...07 October 2024Read More... -
UK house prices see largest annual increase since November 2022, says Halifax
British house prices surged in September, marking the fastest annual rise since November 2022, according to data from mortgage lender Halifax. The uptick...07 October 2024Read More... -
UK PM Starmer's chief of staff resigns amid rumors of internal conflict
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer's chief of staff, Sue Gray, resigned on Sunday after speculation about internal tensions within his advisory team....06 October 2024Read More... -
Carter Jonas marks 100 years of success in Oxford with Ashmolean Museum celebration
National property consultancy Carter Jonas has marked the 100th anniversary of its Oxford office.06 October 2024Read More... -
House of Commons debate to commemorate anniversary of October 7 Hamas attacks
On Monday, a significant debate will take place in the House of Commons to mark the first anniversary of the Hamas attacks on October 7. This adjournment...06 October 2024Read More...
World News
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Zelensky set to visit Downing Street as he seeks increased European support for Ukraine
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky is set to visit Downing Street on Thursday as he continues his efforts to secure additional support from European...09 October 2024Read More...
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UK Foreign Secretary Lammy to visit China in effort to rebuild ties and boost trade talks
Britain’s Foreign Secretary, David Lammy, is set to visit China next week as the new Labour government aims to ease tensions with the world’s second-largest...09 October 2024Read More...
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Keir Starmer rejects calls for total arms sales ban to Israel amid controversy
Prime Minister Keir Starmer has firmly dismissed demands for a total ban on arms sales to Israel, describing such a move as “the wrong position”...07 October 2024Read More... -
1,000 UK troops demonstrate commitment to Eastern Europe in major NATO exercise
Over 1,000 British troops have embarked on one of the largest military exercises of the year in the Balkans, underscoring the UK’s dedication to...07 October 2024Read More... -
UK organizes final charter flight from Lebanon amid escalating conflict
More than 250 British nationals have already been evacuated from Lebanon on UK government-chartered flights. British citizens still in the country...05 October 2024Read More... -
Argentina vows to pursue 'full sovereignty' over Falklands after UK's eeturn of Chagos Islands
Argentina has pledged to intensify its efforts to gain "full sovereignty" over the Falkland Islands following the UK's decision to cede control of...04 October 2024Read More... -
How countries are evacuating their citizens from Lebanon amid escalating conflict
As tensions between Israel and the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah intensify, countries around the world have started to implement contingency plans...04 October 2024Read More... -
Caribbean leaders hope for progress on slavery reparations with new UK Labour government
Caribbean leaders are hopeful that the new Labour government in the UK may reconsider its long-standing refusal to discuss slavery reparations and...04 October 2024Read More... -
UK cedes Chagos Islands to Mauritius in deal securing Diego Garcia military base
On Thursday, the UK agreed to relinquish sovereignty over the Chagos Islands, an archipelago of over 60 islands in the Indian Ocean, to Mauritius....03 October 2024Read More... -
UK increases charter flights to evacuate British nationals from Lebanon amid rising tensions
The UK government has arranged additional charter flights to assist British nationals in leaving Lebanon due to the worsening security situation in...03 October 2024Read More...
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UK sanctions Russian cyber-crime group Evil Corp for NATO attacks
The United Kingdom announced on Tuesday that it has imposed sanctions on 16 members of the Russian cyber-crime group Evil Corp, which it accuses of being...02 October 2024Read More... -
Singapore's million-dollar flat sales reach record high in Q3, research reveals
Demand for public housing priced above S$1 million ($776,940) is surging in Singapore, with the number of units sold so far in 2024 exceeding the total...01 October 2024Read More... -
France mulls tax hike for major corporations, Le Monde reports
France's newly appointed Prime Minister, Michel Barnier, is considering a temporary increase in corporate taxes for the country's largest companies,...29 September 2024Read More... -
Israeli Ambassador: "Eighty percent of Palestinians supported October 7 attack"
In an interview with LBC’s Nick Ferrari, Israeli Ambassador to the UK, Tzipi Hotovely, claimed that 80% of Palestinians supported the Hamas-led attacks...27 September 2024Read More...
Media
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BBC cancels Boris Johnson interview after Laura Kuenssberg’s 'embarrassing mistake'
An interview with former prime minister Boris Johnson, set to promote his upcoming memoir, has been cancelled by the BBC after presenter Laura Kuenssberg...03 October 2024Read More... -
UK puts world's oldest Sunday newspaper, The Observer, up for sale
The Observer, the world's oldest Sunday newspaper, may soon change hands as its owner, the Guardian Media Group (GMG), has entered negotiations to...18 September 2024Read More... -
BBC breached own guidelines 1,553 times on Israel, report claims
The BBC allegedly violated its editorial guidelines 1,553 times over a four-month period starting on October 7, 2023, according to a new report.10 September 2024Read More... -
AI-altered content erodes trust in science, warns Oxford professor
A growing body of research indicates that between 33% and 50% of Americans struggle to distinguish between real and altered digital content....04 September 2024Read More... -
The London Weekly and SW1 Politics launched Westminster Weekly in August 2024
The London Weekly is an online newspaper which was launched in 2008 by a group of British journalists who wrote about politics, the economy, culture,...08 August 2024Read More... -
Over 200 TV and film industry professionals call for urgent investigation into alleged antisemitism at BBC
More than 200 individuals from the TV and film industry have demanded an immediate investigation into claims of antisemitism at the BBC.02 August 2024Read More... -
Huw Edwards admits guilt in case of indecent images of children
Former BBC presenter Huw Edwards has admitted to possessing 41 indecent images of children on WhatsApp, as reported by PA Media.31 July 2024Read More...