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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
Read More... Usyk triumphs over Fury to retain world heavyweight titles
Usyk triumphs over Fury to retain world heavyweight titles
Ukraine’s Oleksandr Usyk defended his WBA (Super), WBO, and WBC world heavyweight titles, defeating Britain’s Tyson Fury by unanimous decision in a gripping bout at the Kingdom Arena on
Read More... Man City's troubles worsen with loss to Villa
Man City's troubles worsen with loss to Villa
Manchester City’s struggles deepened with a 2-1 defeat at Aston Villa on Saturday, marking an almost unthinkable downturn for a team that has dominated the Premier League over the past
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Keir and Victoria Starmer host emotional Downing Street event for Holocaust survivors
Keir Starmer, alongside his wife Victoria, hosted a deeply moving reception at Downing Street for Holocaust survivors. The gathering followed the Prime Minister’s recent visit toRead More... -
UK children reveal their favourite slang words – and parents may be scratching their heads
In a nationwide poll conducted by the University of Oxford, children across the UK have crowned "slay" as their favorite slang word of the year. The term, which may perplex many parents, isRead More... -
Education Secretary announces digital revolution to transform schools
The Education Secretary, Bridget Phillipson, has unveiled ambitious plans to modernize the education sector, harnessing technology to drive teaching innovation and improve outcomes forRead More... -
King Charles to attend Auschwitz commemoration event
Later this month, King Charles will travel to Auschwitz to participate in an event commemorating the 80th anniversary of the liberation of the Nazi concentration camp.Read More... -
The University of Oxford: leading producer of billionaires
The University of Oxford, the oldest university in the English-speaking world, has been recognized as the leading billionaire-producing institution in Britain.Read More... -
UK universities retreat from Elon Musk's X amid misinformation concerns
Several UK universities and higher education institutions are scaling back or abandoning their presence on Elon Musk's social media platform, X, due to concerns over misinformation and itsRead More... -
Government calls on YouTube to highlight 'high-quality' children's programming
The UK government has urged video platforms like YouTube to give greater prominence to "high-quality" children's content, emphasizing its importance for educational andRead More... -
State schools to gain £1.7bn annually from VAT on private schools
Labour’s decision to impose VAT on private schools has sparked controversy, but state schools stand to benefit significantly.Read More... -
Pope Francis shares New Year message on BBC Radio, invited by Oxford Vice-Chancellor
Pope Francis delivered an inspiring New Year message as a guest of Professor Irene Tracey, Vice-Chancellor of the University of Oxford, during the Thought for the Day segment on BBC RadioRead More... -
Oxford faces criticism over diversity scheme reserving places for disadvantaged students
Oxford University has come under scrutiny from some academics who claim that the institution is lowering its standards to meet diversity targets. The university’s Opportunity Oxford programRead More...
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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... -
Prince Harry’s legal showdown with Murdoch’s Newspaper Group opens at London High Court
Prince Harry’s protracted legal battle against Rupert Murdoch’s News Group Newspapers (NGN) has entered a pivotal stage, with an eight-week trial commencing at the High Court in London.21 January 2025Read More...
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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... -
Robbie Williams wins permission to fell fungus-ridden tree at £17 million mansion
Robbie Williams has secured permission to remove a fungus-infected tree from his £17 million London mansion, despite opposition from his neighbors, including Led Zeppelin guitaristRead More... -
Hanukkah and Christmas align for the first time since 2005
This year marks a rare calendar coincidence as the first night of Hanukkah aligns with Christmas Day, an overlap that has not occurred since 2005. Such intersections happen roughly five timesRead More... -
‘Brain rot’ named Oxford Word of the Year 2024
After a public vote involving over 37,000 participants, Oxford Languages has officially named ‘brain rot’ as the Oxford Word of the Year for 2024. This decision reflects the evolvingRead More... -
Final tickets for London’s iconic New Year’s Eve fireworks go on sale Monday
The last chance to secure tickets for the Mayor of London’s renowned New Year’s Eve fireworks display arrives on Monday, 2 December, with sales opening at midday.Read More... -
London's pie and mash makers push for protected status to preserve Cockney tradition
Rick Poole, who grew up in his family’s pie and mash shop in London, is hopeful that a new campaign to secure protected status for the traditional Cockney dish will ensure its survival forRead More...
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London Nautical School, currently under the jurisdiction of Lambeth Council, is in the process of transforming into an academy sponsored by the City of London Corporation, according to a
Speaking at the Bett show in London today (Wednesday 24 January), the Education Secretary encouraged the sector to innovate and explore the potential of Artificial Intelligence (AI)
A 12-year-old student from Devon, Rory Bidwell, has gained entry into Mensa after achieving an impressive IQ score higher than both Albert Einstein and Stephen Hawking. Rory, hailing from
Jackie Currie, Executive Director, Business Operations provides an update on student Maintenance Loan payments.
Achieving a longer and healthier life involves adopting simple habits that can slow the aging process and promote overall well-being. Dr. Nirusa Kumaran, the medical director at London
Labour leader Keir Starmer is advocating for a comprehensive child health plan that includes measures such as supervised toothbrushing for three to five-year-olds, a ban on junk food
Driving up attendance and tackling persistent absence is at the centre of new stronger measures launched today as pupils return to school.
The New Year Honours recognise the achievements and service of extraordinary people across the UK.
A recent survey conducted by Global Student Living has revealed concerning sentiments among Jewish students regarding their university experiences. The survey, encompassing
Disputes have arisen over trademark applications involving the name "Cambridge," leading to clashes between the city's renowned university and various companies seeking to register the