Media
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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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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... -
The National Gallery visitor numbers surge 29% in 2025 after bicentenary and Sainsbury Wing reopening
The National Gallery has reported a remarkable resurgence in visitor numbers, with a 29% increase in attendance during 2025 following its landmark bicentenary celebrations and theRead More... -
The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded £141,000 to preserve historic synagogues
A new grant from the National Lottery will help preserve historic synagogues in areas such as Wales, Brighton, and the East End, addressing the challenges of declining congregations andRead More... -
Lady Mayor hosts landmark Mansion House dinner celebrating women leaders and future trailblazers in the UK
In a historic first for Mansion House, the official residence of the City of London’s Lord Mayor, a special dinner was held to honour the achievements of women leaders across the UK and theRead More... -
Natural History Museum becomes UK’s most visited attraction in 2025, surpassing British Museum
London’s Natural History Museum has claimed the spot as the United Kingdom’s most popular tourist attraction in 2025, drawing a record-breaking 7.1 million visitors over the year.Read More... -
IWM acquires Dame Vera Lynn’s wartime archive: 600 letters reveal untold stories of love and loss
The Imperial War Museums (IWM) has secured a remarkable piece of British history with the acquisition of the complete Second World War archive of Dame Vera Lynn — the belovedRead More... -
UK City of Culture 2029: nine destinations shortlisted as cultural race heats up
Nine destinations across the UK have been officially longlisted in the race to become the UK City of Culture for 2029, marking the next phase of one of the country’s most influential culturalRead More... -
Paris museum unveils enchanting “Unicorns!” exhibition exploring myth across cultures
The Musée National du Moyen Âge, also known as the Musée de Cluny, is inviting visitors into a world where myth meets history with its captivating exhibition, “Unicorns!”. The show delvesRead More...

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Education
Free NHS sight tests will be made available within all special school settings, the government and NHS England confirmed today.

Scott Morrison, the former Prime Minister of Australia, has been invited to deliver a keynote address at the prestigious Oxford Union on Thursday, June 15th, at 5 pm. Following his talk,

Teachers in England represented by the National Education Union (NEU) are set to initiate new strikes next month as part of their ongoing pay dispute.

A new agreement recognising UK professional qualifications in Switzerland will be signed by Business and Trade Secretary Kemi Badenoch and Swiss Federal Councillor Guy Parmelin today

Oxford University is embroiled in a legal battle as it seeks a High Court injunction to prevent two Oxford-based companies, Oxford Programs and Oxford Royale Academy, from using the name

Four prominent Greek universities have joined forces to introduce an English-language postgraduate study program in Ancient Philosophy, aiming to attract international students to Athens.

Schools in England now have more teachers than ever before, as new data reveals there are 468,371 teachers in the workforce, as part of the Government’s ongoing work to attract the

In a significant advancement for queer representation in academia, the University of Oxford has appointed the UK's first permanently endowed professorship in LGBTQ+ history. Mansfield

Thousands of students across leading universities face uncertainty as their exam grades are left in limbo due to ongoing lecturer marking strikes. The University and College Union (UCU)
A huge step forward was taken for protecting free speech in our universities as Professor Arif Ahmed has been appointed as the new Director overseeing free speech at the Office for Students.
