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Maddison’s strike seals Tottenham’s 1-0 win over Manchester United
Maddison’s strike seals Tottenham’s 1-0 win over Manchester United
James Maddison’s early goal proved decisive as Tottenham Hotspur edged past Manchester United 1-0 on Sunday, securing their first home Premier League victory in over three months.
Read More... Chelsea footballer Sam Kerr found not guilty of racial harassment over 'stupid and white' comment
Chelsea footballer Sam Kerr found not guilty of racial harassment over 'stupid and white' comment
Chelsea striker Sam Kerr has been acquitted of racially aggravated harassment after a jury ruled her comment to a police officer did not amount to a criminal offense.
Read More... West Ham at the heart of alarming £206.7m London Stadium forecast
West Ham at the heart of alarming £206.7m London Stadium forecast
West Ham United find themselves at the heart of a worrying financial projection surrounding the London Stadium, as reported by The Sun on Sunday.
Read More... Spurs secure Czech goalkeeper Kinsky in £12.5m deal
Spurs secure Czech goalkeeper Kinsky in £12.5m deal
Tottenham Hotspur have secured the signing of 21-year-old Czech goalkeeper Antonin Kinsky from Slavia Prague in a transfer deal valued at approximately £12.5 million.
Read More... Arsenal and Chelsea stumble as Newcastle's winning streak rolls on
Arsenal and Chelsea stumble as Newcastle's winning streak rolls on
Leandro Trossard takes a shot during Arsenal's 1-1 draw against Brighton & Hove Albion on Saturday, a result that saw the Gunners miss an opportunity to close the gap on league leaders
Read More... Liverpool poised to deepen Manchester United's woes
Liverpool poised to deepen Manchester United's woes
When Liverpool triumphed 3-0 at Old Trafford in September, Manchester United slumped to 14th in the Premier League standings. Four months later, their fortunes remain dire, with
Read More... UK sports exporters thriving thanks to soaring Gulf demand
UK sports exporters thriving thanks to soaring Gulf demand
The UK's sports industry is witnessing a significant surge in demand from the Gulf region, aligning with the ongoing trade negotiations between the UK and the Gulf Cooperation Council (GCC).
Read More... Magnus Carlsen to rejoin World Blitz Chess Championship after resolving jeans dispute
Magnus Carlsen to rejoin World Blitz Chess Championship after resolving jeans dispute
World No. 1 chess player Magnus Carlsen has confirmed he will participate in the World Blitz Chess Championship after initially withdrawing from the tournament due to a dispute over
Read More... Postecoglou: Spurs must strengthen in January
Postecoglou: Spurs must strengthen in January
Tottenham Hotspur manager Ange Postecoglou has emphasized the need for reinforcements during the January transfer window, acknowledging that the team is "short in a couple of areas."
Read More... London poised to become the global hub for women’s sports in 2025
London poised to become the global hub for women’s sports in 2025
London is set to cement its status as the global capital for women’s sports in 2025, hosting a packed calendar of world-class events that showcase the city’s commitment to promoting female
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Lord Hague officially installed as Oxford University’s Chancellor
Lord Hague of Richmond has been formally inaugurated as the 160th Chancellor of the University of Oxford in a ceremony held today at the Sheldonian Theatre. His appointment follows hisRead More... -
Romanian startup Bible chat secures $14M, becomes fastest-growing faith app worldwide
Romanian startup Bible Chat has raised $14 million in a Series A funding round led by Silicon Valley-based True Ventures, with additional support from Early Game Ventures and Play Ventures.Read More... -
Declining demand for school places poses tough choices for London schools
London schools are facing increasing challenges as demand for school places continues to fall, according to a new report from London Councils.Read More... -
Government reforms aim to boost apprenticeships and economic growth
The government is introducing key reforms to streamline apprenticeships, aiming to qualify up to 10,000 more apprentices annually by reducing bureaucratic barriers. These changes includeRead More... -
Parents warned of hefty fines for unauthorised school absences
Parents across the UK have been cautioned that they could face fines of up to £2,500 for persistently taking their children out of school without permission. In the last academic year alone, anRead More... -
Amal Clooney appointed visiting professor at Oxford University
Renowned human rights barrister Amal Clooney has joined the University of Oxford as a visiting professor of practice in international law at the Blavatnik School of Government,Read More... -
Holocaust archive digitizes thousands of Nazi-era documents
The Wiener Holocaust Library, one of the most extensive archives documenting Nazi-era atrocities, has launched an ambitious digital portal, granting global access to over 250,000 pages ofRead More... -
Cecil Rhodes exhibition at Oxford University’s Oriel College
Oriel College at Oxford University is set to launch a new exhibition aimed at "contextualizing the legacy" of Cecil Rhodes, the controversial imperialist whose statue has been at the center ofRead More... -
Government unveils plan to address ‘stuck’ schools and elevate education standards
Education Secretary outlines ambitious reforms for school improvementRead More... -
Westminster authorities reject Holocaust exhibition, citing political concerns
House of Commons authorities have ruled against displaying a Holocaust memorial exhibition in Westminster Hall, citing concerns over political neutrality.Read More...
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UK media regulator ends investigation into underage access to OnlyFans
Britain’s media regulator, Ofcom, has closed its investigation into whether individuals under the age of 18 have been accessing OnlyFans. However, the regulator stated that it will continue05 February 2025Read More... -
TikToker goes viral after running from London to Birmingham in 25 hours
Rodrick Ekechi, a TikTok fitness enthusiast and university student, has captured the internet’s attention after completing an extraordinary 25-hour run from London to Birmingham.26 January 2025Read More... -
Facebook removes and reinstates British anti-racism organisation’s page
One of Britain’s largest anti-racism organisations, Stand Up to Racism, revealed on Wednesday that its Facebook page had been taken down for allegedly violating the platform’s community23 January 2025Read More... -
Sun publisher to pay Prince Harry ‘substantial’ damages in unlawful intrusion case
The publisher of the Sun newspaper has agreed to pay “substantial damages” and issued an apology to Prince Harry to resolve a protracted legal battle over allegations of unlawful intrusion22 January 2025Read More... -
Google secures UK injunction to block enforcement of Russian judgments over YouTube account closures
Google achieved a significant legal victory on Wednesday as London’s High Court granted an injunction to prevent the enforcement of Russian judgments against the tech giant over the closure22 January 2025Read More...
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Exploring London’s forgotten Cockney-Yiddish culture: a new podcast unveils lost voices and stories
A new podcast, launched today by Queen Mary University historians Professor Nadia Valman and Dr. Vivi Lachs, uncovers the unique and often-overlooked fusion of Cockney and YiddishRead More... -
Blenheim Palace unveils exclusive ‘Family Treasures’ extended tour
Starting 15th February 2025, Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, will introduce an exciting new experience for visitors—the Family Treasures extended tour. This exclusive journeyRead More... -
Rare Harry Potter first edition rescued from rubbish sells for £21,000
A rare first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, which was nearly discarded, has fetched over £21,000 at auction.Read More... -
King Charles visits Polish Social and Cultural Centre in London
King Charles paid a visit to the Polish Social and Cultural Centre (POSK) in Hammersmith, London, on Wednesday, where he was warmly welcomed by Polish Ambassador to the UK,Read More... -
The Princess of Wales unveils new childhood programme at National Portrait Gallery
Visitors at the National Portrait Gallery were in for a surprise as the Princess of Wales arrived in an unexpected fashion—stepping off a London minibus alongside a group of enthusiasticRead More... -
McCartney warns copyright law change could harm artists
Sir Paul McCartney has voiced his concerns over proposed changes to UK copyright law, warning they could allow artificial intelligence (AI) to exploit creators' work and threaten the livelihoodsRead More... -
Two Van Gogh paintings to be displayed in London for the first time
Two remarkable paintings by Vincent van Gogh, created shortly after the artist famously mutilated his ear, will be showcased in London for the first time.Read More... -
Bloomsbury renews Amazon UK contract to avoid sales disruption
Bloomsbury Publishing, the renowned publisher of the Harry Potter series, has renewed its supply agreement with Amazon UK, resolving months of stalled negotiations that had threatened aRead More... -
Chinese New Year Gala celebrated in London
The Chinese Students and Scholars Association UK (CSSAUK) hosted a vibrant Chinese New Year Gala in London on January 21, 2025. This festive event brought together performers andRead More... -
Woman arrested after bombarding Joey Essex and His Love Island girlfriend Jessy Potts with over 100,000 messages
A woman in her 40s has been arrested following allegations that she sent more than 100,000 messages, including death threats, to Joey Essex and his Love Island girlfriend, Jessy Potts.Read More... -
UK rules out TikTok ban, says cat videos are not a security threat
Cat and dancing videos don’t appear to pose a national security risk, a senior UK Cabinet minister has said, confirming that there are no current plans to ban TikTok in the UK.Read More...
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A new podcast, launched today by Queen Mary University historians Professor Nadia Valman and Dr. Vivi Lachs, uncovers the unique and often-overlooked fusion of Cockney and Yiddish
Starting 15th February 2025, Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, will introduce an exciting new experience for visitors—the Family Treasures extended tour. This exclusive journey
A rare first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, which was nearly discarded, has fetched over £21,000 at auction.
King Charles paid a visit to the Polish Social and Cultural Centre (POSK) in Hammersmith, London, on Wednesday, where he was warmly welcomed by Polish Ambassador to the UK,
Visitors at the National Portrait Gallery were in for a surprise as the Princess of Wales arrived in an unexpected fashion—stepping off a London minibus alongside a group of enthusiastic
Sir Paul McCartney has voiced his concerns over proposed changes to UK copyright law, warning they could allow artificial intelligence (AI) to exploit creators' work and threaten the livelihoods
Two remarkable paintings by Vincent van Gogh, created shortly after the artist famously mutilated his ear, will be showcased in London for the first time.
For the first time in over seven centuries, Ripley Castle, a historic Grade I listed property in North Yorkshire, is up for sale with an asking price of £21 million. However, the news has stirred
HOTA – Home of the Arts – on Australia’s iconic Gold Coast will host the world premiere of Writers Revealed: Treasures from the British Library and National Portrait Gallery, London this April.
Bloomsbury Publishing, the renowned publisher of the Harry Potter series, has renewed its supply agreement with Amazon UK, resolving months of stalled negotiations that had threatened a