Education

In a recent development, plans to rename Linacre College in Oxford after Vietnamese airline mogul Nguyen Thi Phuong Thao have been shelved, as reported today. The college had initially

Employees at numerous British universities have canceled an impending strike set for next week, following agreements by several employers to cease pay deductions
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is contemplating a potential overhaul of the education system in England, which might introduce a new qualification known as the "British baccalaureate."
Queen's University has announced plans to create over 220 jobs as it commits to investing up to £100 million in constructing 460 student accommodations across three sites. These residences

In a noteworthy development, the number of 18-year-olds in the United Kingdom being admitted to universities has witnessed a decrease for the first time in five years. This decline follows a

New figures published by the government reveal that the number of schools in England dealing with deteriorating concrete has reached 174. This number has increased from

New research reveals that over 25% of universities in the UK are operating food banks and one in 10 are providing food vouchers to students amid the ongoing cost-of-living crisis.

Concrete surveys are being conducted at 120 schools in Northern Ireland to check for potentially unstable reinforced autoclaved aerated concrete (Raac), according to the
Thousands more pupils are set to benefit from learning languages such as German, French and Spanish, as 19 schools have been selected to lead on boosting how these

Several schools in Leeds and Bradford have chosen to keep their students indoors on Thursday due to a received email threat. West Yorkshire Police has initiated an
Media
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UK-backed science training empowers West African journalists to elevate evidence-based reporting
Journalists from Ghana and Nigeria have completed a specialised science reporting programme at Imperial College London, equipping them with the tools to translate complex scientific09 April 2026Read More... -
UK trials social media curbs for teens: families test bans, curfews and screen-time limits
The British government has launched a new pilot program to explore whether restricting teenagers’ access to social media can improve their wellbeing, sleep, and academic performance.25 March 2026Read More... -
BBC moves to dismiss Trump’s $10 billion defamation lawsuit over edited January 6 documentary
The BBC has asked a U.S. court to throw out a $10 billion defamation lawsuit filed by former President Donald Trump, arguing that the case lacks merit and fails to demonstrate reputational18 March 2026Read More...

Culture
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£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... -
Paul McCartney announces new album “The Boys of Dungeon Lane,” a nostalgic return to Liverpool roots
Legendary musician Paul McCartney is set to release his first solo album in more than five years, offering fans an intimate journey back to his childhood streets in Liverpool. The upcomingRead More...

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