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The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan said: "The terrorist attack in Bondi Beach this weekend was an appalling act of antisemitic hatred. Once again, we have seen Jewish people targeted for no

Security Minister Dan Jarvis gave a keynote speech at the Cybersecurity Business Network's inaugural Parliament and Cyber conference.
Creative Industries Minister Ian Murray addressed the British Screen Forum event, speaking about "Standing Out in an Age of Abundance"
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The UK’s Ambassador Holland strongly condemned Russia’s repeated attacks on Ukraine’s energy infrastructure, saying they’re worsening the humanitarian crisis and putting nuclear safety at
London Councils has welcomed fresh comments from Communities Secretary Steve Reed MP signalling support for giving local authorities greater powers to raise their own revenue.
Ambassador Holland welcomed the preliminary findings of the ODIHR Election Observation Mission and extended congratulations to President Maia Sandu’s
The Secretary of State for Northern Ireland has delivered a speech to the 2025 British-Irish Association Conference in Oxford.
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Russia, Ukraine trade ceasefire accusations as Moscow tightens security ahead of Victory Day parade
Russia and Ukraine exchanged accusations of ceasefire violations on Friday as Moscow prepared for its annual Victory Day celebrations under heightened security amid fears of Ukrainian droneRead More... -
PromoLex of Moldova wins 2026 Democracy Defenders Award
The United Kingdom and international partners have announced that Moldovan civil society organisation PromoLex will receive the 2026 Democracy Defenders Award, recognising its workRead More... -
EU defies Russian threats, keeps diplomatic presence in Kyiv
The European Union has dismissed Russian warnings urging foreign missions to leave Kyiv ahead of Russia’s Victory Day celebrations, saying it will maintain its diplomatic presence in theRead More... -
UK renews £1.6 million mine clearance support for Cambodia
The United Kingdom has renewed £1.6 million (USD 2.1 million) in funding for mine clearance and explosive ordnance risk education in Cambodia, extending a partnership that has nowRead More... -
UK and Canada honour fallen journalists at Beirut press freedom reception
The British and Canadian ambassadors to Lebanon hosted a reception in Beirut to commemorate Lebanese Media Martyrs’ Day and World Press Freedom Day, paying tribute to journalists killedRead More...

Culture
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Rare Declaration of Independence to headline landmark exhibition on America’s founding
A major new exhibition marking 250 years since the birth of the United States is set to open this summer, bringing together some of the most important documents from the AmericanRead More... -
Newly released UK archives shed light on early years of Northern Ireland Troubles
Nearly 1,000 previously hard-to-access government records documenting the early years of the Northern Ireland Troubles have been published online, marking a significant step in openingRead More... -
£127.8 million lifeline for UK arts venues signals renewed push for cultural access
More than 130 cultural venues across England are set to receive a significant financial boost as part of a £127.8 million government investment aimed at widening public access to arts andRead More... -
Paddington and Sondheim lead the pack as Olivier Awards mark 50 years of theatre excellence
London’s theatre scene is buzzing ahead of this year’s Olivier Awards, where a charming Peruvian bear and a classic Stephen Sondheim musical are tied at the top of the nominations list.Read More... -
A century of Marilyn: landmark London exhibition reexamines the woman behind the icon
In 2026, London’s National Portrait Gallery will mark the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe with a major exhibition that promises to go beyond the myth and into the making of one of theRead More... -
£4 million boost brings new life to UK museums and expands public access
A fresh wave of investment is set to transform museums and galleries across the UK, with £4 million allocated to improve access, modernise displays, and better preserve collections for futureRead More... -
Kanye West banned from UK over antisemitism row, Wireless Festival 2026 cancelled
Britain has barred U.S. rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, from entering the country, forcing the cancellation of London’s Wireless Festival where he had been scheduled to headline in July.Read More... -
Who stood behind Western support for Ukraine’s independence?
From the life story of British politician Stefan TerlezkyRead More... -
London secures £4.66m lifeline for Notting Hill Carnival as iconic festival marks 60 years
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has stepped in with a crucial £4.66 million funding package to ensure the Notting Hill Carnival goes ahead this August, as the world-famous event celebratesRead More...

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