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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.
Read More... Chelsea's Champions League ambitions
Chelsea's Champions League ambitions
Trending on X within the last three hours, Chelsea Football Club’s push for a Champions League spot under manager Enzo Maresca has sparked intense discussion. Maresca, facing scrutiny for
Read More... University of Brighton to launch UK’s largest indoor cricket academy
University of Brighton to launch UK’s largest indoor cricket academy
The University of Brighton is set to open the UK’s largest indoor cricket academy, offering aspiring cricketers the chance to develop their sporting talents alongside academic studies.
Read More... Chelsea close In on top-five finish as Newcastle hold Brighton
Chelsea close In on top-five finish as Newcastle hold Brighton
Chelsea boosted their Champions League hopes on Sunday with a 3-1 victory over a much-rotated Liverpool side, while Newcastle United were forced to settle for a 1-1 draw at
Read More... New world record set for 2026 TCS London Marathon ballot
New world record set for 2026 TCS London Marathon ballot
The TCS London Marathon has once again shattered records, with an unprecedented 1,133,813 people from the UK and around the world applying for a spot in the public ballot for the 2026
Read More... Liverpool fans' goal celebrations trigger earth tremors at Anfield
Liverpool fans' goal celebrations trigger earth tremors at Anfield
Liverpool fans shook the ground—literally—during the club’s 5-1 win over Tottenham Hotspur at Anfield on 27 April, which secured their 20th top-flight title. Scientists from the
Read More... Sadiq Khan eyes London bid for 2040 Olympics
Sadiq Khan eyes London bid for 2040 Olympics
Even before the first race is run at the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics, discussions have already begun about London potentially hosting the Games once again—this time in 2040.
Read More... Mohamed Salah signs new Liverpool contract until 2027
Mohamed Salah signs new Liverpool contract until 2027
Mohamed Salah has put an end to speculation about his future by signing a new contract with Liverpool FC, extending his stay at Anfield until 2027.
Read More... Premier League clubs unite in completing Antisemitism awareness training
Premier League clubs unite in completing Antisemitism awareness training
Every club in the Premier League has now taken part in antisemitism awareness workshops, marking a major milestone in efforts to tackle anti-Jewish racism in football.
Read More... UK set to host 2035 Women's World Cup as sole valid bidder
UK set to host 2035 Women's World Cup as sole valid bidder
The United Kingdom is poised to host the 2035 FIFA Women's World Cup after emerging as the only "valid" bidder for the tournament, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed.
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Londonderry primary school closes amid security alert
A primary school in Londonderry has been closed following a security alert in the city's Waterside area.Read More... -
Rising Antisemitism leaves Jewish students unsafe on UK campuses, new report finds
A new report has exposed a surge in antisemitic abuse at UK universities following the Hamas attacks on 7 October, leaving many Jewish students feeling threatened, silenced, and unsupportedRead More... -
Postgraduate student finance applications now open for 2025/26
Applications are now open for postgraduate Master’s and Doctoral Loans for the 2025 to 2026 academic year!Read More... -
Government expands school improvement programme to over 200 schools
Thousands more children are set to benefit from the government's major school improvement initiative as the RISE (Regional Improvement for Standards and Excellence) programmeRead More... -
University of Oxford leads UK in building repair investment
The University of Oxford has been ranked the top university in the UK for investment in building repairs and remediation, according to a new national report.Read More... -
Dad threatens to move son over school’s silent corridor policy
A father has decided to move his son to a new school after Southchurch High School in Southend-on-Sea introduced strict "silent transitions" between lessons, with one-hour same-dayRead More... -
AI could save workers 122 hours a year, says Google
Google says UK workers could save over 120 hours a year on administrative tasks by using AI—unlocking a potential £400 billion ($533 billion) economic boost if the workforce is properlyRead More... -
Oxford University announces 2025 honorary degree recipients
Oxford University has named nine distinguished individuals who will receive honorary degrees during the annual Encaenia ceremony on Wednesday, 25 June 2025.Read More... -
Free breakfast clubs launch nationwide, saving families up to £8,000
Starting today, thousands of children across the UK will benefit from free breakfast clubs as 750 schools open their doors early, delivering on a key government promise to supportRead More... -
Seagull shuts down Oxford University building after dropping rock on roof
A building at the University of Oxford has been closed for nearly a week after an unusual incident involving a seagull repeatedly dropping a rock onto a glass roof, eventually cracking it.Read More...
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OnlyFans in talks for $8 billion sale, led by Forest Road investment group
OnlyFans, the adult content subscription platform, may soon change hands in a major deal. Its parent company, Fenix International Ltd., is reportedly in advanced discussions to sell the25 May 2025Read More... -
UK to permit foreign states to own up to 15% of newspapers
The UK government will now allow foreign states to own up to a 15% stake in British newspapers and news magazines under new legislation aimed at balancing media independence with16 May 2025Read More... -
Meghan Markle’s Mother’s Day post sparks royal debate
On May 12, 2025, Meghan Markle, the Duchess of Sussex, celebrated Mother’s Day in the United States with a rare Instagram post featuring her children, Prince Archie and Princess Lilibet,14 May 2025Read More... -
Man’s murder conviction quashed after 40 years
A man’s murder conviction was overturned after nearly four decades in prison, marking a significant moment for UK criminal justice. The Court of Appeal ruled that new evidence, including13 May 2025Read More...
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King Charles to make history with new Canadian throne
When King Charles delivers the Speech from the Throne on Parliament Hill, he’ll mark a historic milestone: he will be the first reigning monarch to sit on Canada’s newly crafted throne.Read More... -
Animal welfare rules in British zoos undergo major overhaul
Zoos and aquariums across Great Britain are set to implement sweeping changes under new animal welfare standards aimed at improving the lives of animals and reinforcing the UK’sRead More... -
Royals and Beckham companions take center stage at Chelsea Flower Show
The Chelsea Flower Show opened on Monday with a star-studded lineup and an unexpected spotlight on dogs.Read More... -
Top food experts join government effort to champion British food
21 March – Leading figures from across the UK food system have joined forces with the Government to shape a national food strategy aimed at restoring pride in British food and improvingRead More... -
Eurovision 2025: Austria clinches victory in dramatic finale as UK lands 19th
Austria emerged victorious at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland, after a dramatic last-minute voting twist that saw singer JJ leapfrog Israel to claim the crown.Read More... -
Elton John slams UK government over AI copyright proposal
Elton John has strongly criticized the UK government's plan to let tech companies use music and other creative content to train artificial intelligence without guaranteeing fair compensation forRead More... -
Chris Brown charged in London nightclub incident
Singer Chris Brown has been charged with grievous bodily harm following a 2023 bottle attack in a Mayfair nightclub, according to Metro News at 01:10 CEST on May 16, 2025. The incident,Read More... -
Peckham Fringe kicks off with community focus
The Peckham Fringe, a vibrant celebration of local art and culture, launched its fourth season this morning, May 15, 2025, drawing crowds to South London’s creative hub. The festival, runningRead More... -
Melbourne council removes vandalised Captain Cook monument
A long-targeted statue of British explorer Captain James Cook will not return to a Melbourne park after the local government decided it’s no longer worth the cost of repeated repairs.Read More... -
Metro’s grassroots music Tube map celebrates London’s cultural scene
Metro unveiled a special Tube map celebrating London’s grassroots music scene, spotlighting iconic venues and artists. Launched five hours ago as part of TfL’s 25th anniversary, the project,Read More... -
Export bar placed on £10.2 million Botticelli painting to keep it in the UK
A temporary export bar has been imposed on a rare painting by Italian Renaissance master Sandro Botticelli, currently at risk of leaving the UK. Valued at £10.2 million, the painting,Read More... -
Climbing Churchill statue to become a criminal offence
The UK government is set to make it a criminal offence to climb the statue of Winston Churchill in Parliament Square, with offenders facing up to three months in prison and a £1,000 fine.Read More...
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A temporary export bar has been imposed on a rare painting by Italian Renaissance master Sandro Botticelli, currently at risk of leaving the UK. Valued at £10.2 million, the painting,
The UK government is set to make it a criminal offence to climb the statue of Winston Churchill in Parliament Square, with offenders facing up to three months in prison and a £1,000 fine.
Thousands of jobs in the UK’s film and TV industry are at risk following President Donald Trump’s proposal of a 100% tariff on foreign-made films, a move that could impact nearly two-thirds of
The UK’s arts, culture, creative industries, tourism, and sports sectors are set for a major boost thanks to a new cultural cooperation agreement signed with India. This initiative supports the
While Japan’s iconic cherry blossom season draws millions each year, a town in North Yorkshire is proving you don’t need to fly 6,000 miles to experience the magic.
The British Library, the largest in the UK, is set for a major transformation with a £1.1 billion expansion project now approved.
Two paintings by the 18th-century Italian artist Agostino Brunias, both depicting scenes from the Caribbean island of St Vincent, have been placed under temporary export bars to give UK
The Vatican has taken a significant step toward making renowned Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí a saint, officially recognizing his "heroic virtues." Often referred to as "God's architect,"
Veeraswamy, the UK's oldest Indian restaurant, is facing the threat of closure just before reaching its centenary, due to a lease disagreement with the Crown Estate.
This summer, communities across the UK will be able to nominate their favourite traditions—from iconic celebrations like Notting Hill Carnival and Hogmanay to time-honoured crafts like