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Historic Football Governance Act becomes law, ushering in a new era for English football
Historic Football Governance Act becomes law, ushering in a new era for English football
The Football Governance Act has officially become law after receiving Royal Assent, marking a historic moment for the future of English football. The legislation establishes a new, Independent
Read More... Usyk crushes Dubois in rematch to regain undisputed heavyweight title
Usyk crushes Dubois in rematch to regain undisputed heavyweight title
Oleksandr Usyk delivered a dominant performance to stop Daniel Dubois in the fifth round and reclaim the title of undisputed heavyweight champion for a second time. The Ukrainian maestro
Read More... UK government backs bid to host 2029 World Athletics and Para Athletics Championships
UK government backs bid to host 2029 World Athletics and Para Athletics Championships
The UK Government has officially announced its support for bids to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships and the 2029 World Para Athletics Championships, reaffirming the nation’s
Read More... William and Kate to attend Wimbledon men’s final
William and Kate to attend Wimbledon men’s final
The Prince and Princess of Wales will be in attendance for the Wimbledon men’s singles final this Sunday, Kensington Palace has confirmed.
Read More... Football clubs should help cover £70m policing bill, says Met Police chief
Football clubs should help cover £70m policing bill, says Met Police chief
Metropolitan Police Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley says football clubs should chip in for the £70 million it costs to police matches across the UK each year.
Read More... England under-21s edge Germany in extra-time thriller to retain Euro title
England under-21s edge Germany in extra-time thriller to retain Euro title
England's Under-21 side pulled off a dramatic extra-time victory over Germany to retain their European Championship crown, sealing back-to-back titles for the first time
Read More... Knight Club: where chess meets culture for London’s youth
Knight Club: where chess meets culture for London’s youth
Blending the strategic calm of chess with the pulse of dance music and the buzz of social media, Knight Club is redefining how young Londoners connect. Every Tuesday night, this rapidly
Read More... £32 million boost for safer roads and cycle lanes in North East and Yorkshire
£32 million boost for safer roads and cycle lanes in North East and Yorkshire
More than £32 million is being invested in the North East and Yorkshire to improve road safety and promote cycling—especially for women—as the region hosts Stage 2 of the Lloyds Tour of
Read More... Wales 'confident' about hosting Euro 2028 opening ceremony
Wales 'confident' about hosting Euro 2028 opening ceremony
Cardiff is expected to host the opening ceremony of the UEFA Euro 2028 football tournament, according to details shared during a Senedd meeting.
Read More... Team GB wins European gymnastics gold in Leipzig
Team GB wins European gymnastics gold in Leipzig
Great Britain's men's gymnastics team has claimed gold at the European Championships in Leipzig, Germany — their first team title at the event since 2022.
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Historic East London school to close after over 460 years
A primary school in East London, founded in 1563 during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, is set to close its doors due to a sharp decline in student numbers.Read More... -
UK introduces eVisas for Pakistani students and workers
Starting today (15 July), most Pakistani students and workers travelling to the UK will no longer require a physical visa sticker in their passports. The UK government is transitioning to a newRead More... -
Plan to add foreign soldiers' names to Oxford WW1 memorial approved
An Oxford college has received permission to add the names of foreign soldiers to its World War One memorial honoring former students.Read More... -
Westminster primary schools set to merge amid falling pupil numbers
Five primary schools in Westminster will be merged into two due to declining student numbers and financial pressures.Read More... -
New scholarship to highlight Jewish medical contributions in Wales
A new academic opportunity is being launched to uncover the rich history of Jewish healthcare professionals in Wales, from the 18th century to the present day.Read More... -
Dundee University to receive additional £40m to tackle financial crisis
The University of Dundee is set to receive an extra £40 million in government funding as it grapples with a significant financial crisis, including a £35 million deficit and the loss of aroundRead More... -
Oxford University tops UK rankings in 10 subjects
The University of Oxford has once again cemented its status as a global academic leader, being named the best in the UK for 10 subjects in the newly released 2026 Complete University GuideRead More... -
Scotland to host UK’s most powerful supercomputer with £750 million investment
Scotland is set to become home to the UK’s most advanced supercomputer, thanks to a £750 million investment confirmed by the Chancellor during the latest Spending Review.Read More... -
UK secondary schools invited to join ‘Taskmaster Club 100’
The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) has teamed up with Taskmaster Education to launch Taskmaster Club 100—an exciting new initiative offering UK secondary schools a chance to boostRead More... -
School faces backlash over prom ticket policy
A secondary school in Houghton-le-Spring is under fire from parents over what they call a "cruel" system of allocating prom tickets, which has left some students excluded fromRead More...
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First-ever UK coin honouring Princess Anne unveiled
The Royal Mint has unveiled the first UK commemorative coin celebrating Princess Anne, marking her 75th birthday this summer.Read More... -
French town pulls Rock-en-Seine festival funding over Kneecap booking
The municipality of Saint-Cloud, a suburb of Paris, has withdrawn its €40,000 subsidy for the Rock-en-Seine music festival following the announcement that Irish rap group Kneecap is part ofRead More... -
Man arrested in connection with theft of £150,000 violin
A man has been arrested as part of an investigation into the theft of a valuable 18th-century violin, worth over £150,000, stolen from a north London pub.Read More... -
Ai-Da robot unveils AI-painted portrait of King Charles III at Geneva reception
The UK Mission to the WTO and United Nations in Geneva hosted a distinctive reception this week, featuring Ai-Da — the world’s first ultra-realistic humanoid robot artist.Read More... -
Anglican communion considers scaling back Archbishop of Canterbury’s global role to prevent schism
The Anglican Communion is weighing reforms that would reduce the Archbishop of Canterbury’s central leadership role in a bid to hold together its 85 million members amid deepeningRead More... -
Black Sabbath farewell gig raises £140 million for charity, says director
Black Sabbath's final concert has raised a staggering £140 million for charity, according to Tom Morello, the event’s musical director and guitarist for Rage Against The Machine.Read More... -
Bayeux Tapestry to return to the UK for the first time in nearly 1,000 years
The Bayeux Tapestry, one of the most iconic pieces of medieval art, is set to be displayed in the UK for the first time since its creation over 900 years ago, the Department for Culture, MediaRead More... -
Hundreds of new homes proposed for Blenheim Palace estate
Plans to build 500 new homes on the Blenheim Palace estate have been submitted to Cherwell District Council. The development would be located east of Park View in Woodstock, Oxfordshire,Read More... -
The best moments from Oasis’ triumphant return in Cardiff
Oasis made a thunderous comeback in Cardiff, opening their reunion show with Hello and a heartfelt “it’s good to be back,” marking their first performance together in 16 years.Read More... -
Royal Academy of Music to launch new campus in East London
The Royal Academy of Music (RAM) has unveiled plans to open a new campus at London City Island in east London, promising "endless possibilities" for students and staff.Read More... -
Anna Wintour steps down as US Vogue editor-in-chief after 37 years
Dame Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue, a position she has held for an unprecedented 37 years.Read More... -
£35m George Street revamp gets council backing despite funding doubts
Plans to transform Edinburgh’s George Street have been approved by city councillors, with construction expected to begin in August 2027—if the money can be secured.Read More...
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The King Is hiring a housekeeper — with the chance to live at Buckingham Palace
A rare opportunity has arisen to join the Royal Household as a Housekeeping Assistant — with the extraordinary perk of living within the iconic Buckingham...22 July 2025Read More...
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UK to ban public sector from paying ransoms to hackers in crackdown on cybercrime
The UK government is set to prohibit public sector organisations from paying ransoms to cybercriminals, as part of a broader effort to deter ransomware...22 July 2025Read More...
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Five-day doctor strike to proceed, confirms BMA
The British Medical Association (BMA) has confirmed that a planned five-day strike by resident doctors in England will begin this Friday.22 July 2025Read More...
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Kemi Badenoch to announce major shadow cabinet reshuffle
Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch is set to unveil a significant reshuffle of her shadow cabinet later today, marking a broader overhaul than...22 July 2025Read More...
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Government to ease national security rules for businesses under new reform plan
The UK government has announced plans to simplify investment security regulations under the National Security and Investment (NSI) Act 2021, aiming...22 July 2025Read More... -
Woman arrested after alleged Antisemitic abuse at London café
A 32-year-old woman has been arrested following reports of antisemitic abuse and assaults at a café on Baker Street in central London.21 July 2025Read More... -
UK to review potential rise in state pension age
The UK government announced on Monday that it will launch a new review into the state pension age—a critical element influencing the country’s...21 July 2025Read More... -
c2c rail services move to public ownership
As of 20 July 2025, all c2c rail services have officially transitioned to public ownership and are now operated by DfT Operator Ltd (DFTO).21 July 2025Read More... -
UK property prices see record July drop, says Rightmove
The UK housing market saw a significant dip in asking prices this July, with newly listed homes experiencing their largest monthly fall for the time...21 July 2025Read More... -
Record summer expected at London Stansted airport
London Stansted Airport is preparing for its busiest summer ever, with an estimated 4.4 million passengers expected to travel through the terminal...20 July 2025Read More... -
Report uncovers alarming rise in Antisemitism across key UK sectors
A newly released report has found a troubling rise in antisemitism across major UK institutions, revealing widespread failures to protect Jewish individuals...19 July 2025Read More... -
UK exposes Russian military intelligence for cyber espionage using new malware
The UK Government has formally accused Russian military intelligence of deploying a sophisticated cyber espionage tool targeting email accounts. The...19 July 2025Read More... -
London police arrest 55 protesters at rally supporting banned Palestine Action group
London’s Metropolitan Police arrested 55 people outside the UK Parliament on Saturday during a protest supporting Palestine Action, a group recently...19 July 2025Read More... -
Record £14.5 billion in export financing supports 70,000 UK jobs
UK Export Finance (UKEF) delivered a record £14.5 billion in new support last year, backing over 667 UK businesses and helping to sustain up to 70,000...18 July 2025Read More...
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Reckitt sells majority stake in Cillit Bang and Calgon Unit for up to £3.6 billion
Reckitt Benckiser has struck a deal valued at up to $4.8 billion (£3.6 billion) to sell a majority share of its household cleaning division, which...18 July 2025Read More...
World News
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Hundreds of firefighters battle Southern France wildfire as weather conditions improve
Nearly 1,000 firefighters and several helicopters were deployed on July 18 to combat a wildfire burning roughly 40 km northwest of Marseille, France's...20 July 2025Read More... -
Paraguayan President Santiago Peña makes historic visit to the United Kingdom
This week, Paraguayan President Santiago Peña made an official visit to the United Kingdom, marking a significant milestone in the long-standing relationship...18 July 2025Read More... -
French Prime Minister proposes elimination of two public holidays to support economic recovery
In a bold move aimed at strengthening the national economy and addressing France’s financial challenges, Prime Minister Francois Bayrou announced...15 July 2025Read More... -
World’s largest fund to support vulnerable children and families launched
A new £500 million government fund — the largest of its kind globally — has been announced to support vulnerable children and families across...14 July 2025Read More... -
£250 million export boost for British pharmaceutical firms in Vietnam
A major trade breakthrough has unlocked up to £250 million in export opportunities for British pharmaceutical companies in Vietnam, following changes...14 July 2025Read More... -
Original Birkin bag breaks record with £7 million auction sale
The very first Birkin bag — the model that launched what would become one of fashion’s most coveted accessories — has made history by selling...13 July 2025Read More... -
$99 million wine fraud: British national pleads not guilty in U.S. court
A British citizen pleaded not guilty on Friday (July 11) in New York to charges tied to a nearly $100 million investment fraud scheme involving fake...13 July 2025Read More... -
France and UK forge nuclear cooperation amid rising European security threats
In a landmark move to bolster European defense, France and the United Kingdom announced on Thursday a new phase of cooperation centered on their nuclear...10 July 2025Read More... -
Iranian cleric issues fatwa against Trump and Netanyahu, calling them 'enemies of God'
A senior Iranian religious authority has issued a fatwa—a formal Islamic legal ruling—against former U.S. President Donald Trump and Israeli Prime...10 July 2025Read More... -
UK to return just 50 migrants per week to France under new 'one in, one out' pilot deal
Britain is expected to return only 50 Channel migrants to France each week as part of a trial "one in, one out" agreement, according to French media...09 July 2025Read More... -
UK secures £7.5 billion Japanese investment in clean energy and infrastructure
The UK has secured a major £7.5 billion investment from Japanese trading giant Sumitomo Corporation, boosting key sectors such as clean energy and...09 July 2025Read More... -
British teen freed from Dubai prison after Royal pardon
A British teenager, Marcus Fakana, 19, from Tottenham, north London, has returned home after being released from a Dubai prison following a royal pardon...07 July 2025Read More... -
Trump imposes new fee on foreign travelers to U.S. national parks
President Donald Trump has signed a new executive order raising fees on foreign tourists to U.S. national parks, while reducing or leaving untouched for...04 July 2025Read More... -
24 Iranian Jews remain imprisoned amid widening government crackdown
Jewish community under scrutiny as Tehran targets alleged ties to Israel01 July 2025Read More...
Media
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Ellen DeGeneres says she moved to the UK after Trump’s re-election
Ellen DeGeneres has made her first public appearance in the UK since relocating, revealing that former President Donald Trump’s re-election was the...20 July 2025Read More... -
Burberry’s turnaround gains momentum after a year under new leadership
A year into CEO Josh Schulman’s tenure, investors are seeing encouraging signs of progress at Burberry, even though sales remain in decline.14 July 2025Read More... -
Britain’s first female MI6 chief has controversial family ties
Blaise Metreweli is set to become the first woman to lead MI6, Britain’s foreign intelligence service, later this year. At 47, Metreweli has risen...27 June 2025Read More... -
No signal on your train? That could change by 2028
Passengers fed up with losing signal on train journeys may soon see relief, as Network Rail has pledged to eliminate mobile blackspots on several major...26 June 2025Read More... -
Starmer government places international law at core of foreign policy, says Attorney General
A strong commitment to international law is central to the foreign policy of Sir Keir Starmer’s government, according to Attorney General Lord Richard...24 June 2025Read More... -
The London Weekly celebrates 17 years of independent journalism
The London Weekly, one of the capital's most resilient and independent news outlets, proudly celebrates its 17th anniversary this month, marking nearly...23 June 2025Read More...
