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Knight Club: where chess meets culture for London’s youth
Knight Club: where chess meets culture for London’s youth
Blending the strategic calm of chess with the pulse of dance music and the buzz of social media, Knight Club is redefining how young Londoners connect. Every Tuesday night, this rapidly
Read More... £32 million boost for safer roads and cycle lanes in North East and Yorkshire
£32 million boost for safer roads and cycle lanes in North East and Yorkshire
More than £32 million is being invested in the North East and Yorkshire to improve road safety and promote cycling—especially for women—as the region hosts Stage 2 of the Lloyds Tour of
Read More... Wales 'confident' about hosting Euro 2028 opening ceremony
Wales 'confident' about hosting Euro 2028 opening ceremony
Cardiff is expected to host the opening ceremony of the UEFA Euro 2028 football tournament, according to details shared during a Senedd meeting.
Read More... 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.
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School faces backlash over prom ticket policy
A secondary school in Houghton-le-Spring is under fire from parents over what they call a "cruel" system of allocating prom tickets, which has left some students excluded fromRead More... -
Free school meals to reach 500,000 more children in England
Starting in September 2026, every child in England whose parents receive Universal Credit will be eligible for free school meals, regardless of how much their household earns.Read More... -
First schools install Great British Energy Solar panels, saving thousands
The first 11 schools in England have installed solar panels through the government-backed Great British Energy initiative, resulting in annual savings of £175,000.Read More... -
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...
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Jonathan Anderson named creative director for both men's and women's collections at Dior
Jonathan Anderson, the celebrated Northern Irish designer, has been appointed creative director of both the men’s and women’s collections at Dior — marking a historic first for the FrenchRead More... -
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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Nine million pensioners to receive Winter fuel payments
This winter, around nine million pensioners in England and Wales will receive Winter Fuel Payments, as the government extends eligibility to all pensioners...09 June 2025Read More...
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UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves to meet Chinese Vice Premier during London visit
UK Finance Minister Rachel Reeves is set to meet Chinese Vice Premier He Lifeng this week during his visit to Britain, a government source confirmed...09 June 2025Read More... -
Government plans to expand ban on destructive bottom trawling to protect marine life
The UK Government has proposed extending a ban on bottom trawling in vulnerable areas of the sea around England to better protect rare marine species...09 June 2025Read More... -
Major UK fashion retailer River Island 'at risk of collapse' amid financial struggles
One of the UK’s most well-known high street brands, River Island, is reportedly facing a serious risk of collapse, as company leaders scramble to...08 June 2025Read More... -
UK to invest $116 billion in research and development under new spending plan
Britain’s finance minister, Rachel Reeves, is set to allocate £86 billion (approximately $116 billion) toward research and development as part of...08 June 2025Read More... -
UK government to unveil $3 trillion spending plan that will define Labour’s future
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is set to allocate more than £2 trillion ($2.7 trillion) across government departments this Wednesday, in a spending review...08 June 2025Read More... -
Government struggles to cut foreign aid used for asylum hotels
The UK government is facing difficulties in reducing the amount of foreign aid being spent on hotel accommodation for asylum seekers, according to...07 June 2025Read More... -
Crackdown on illegal working intensifies as border security push escalates
Since the last general election, immigration enforcement efforts have surged across the UK, leading to over 6,000 arrests and nearly 9,000 site visits...07 June 2025Read More... -
New government tech marketplace could save taxpayers £1.2 billion annually
A revolutionary digital marketplace is being developed to transform how the UK public sector purchases technology — with the potential to save taxpayers...07 June 2025Read More...
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London reaches 2,000 zero-emission buses milestone
Transport for London (TfL) now operates more than 2,000 zero-emission buses across the capital, Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced. This makes London's...06 June 2025Read More... -
UK house prices dip by £1,150 in May – Halifax
UK house prices fell by an average of £1,150 (0.4%) in May compared to April, according to the latest Halifax House Price Index. This follows a 0.3%...06 June 2025Read More... -
UK’s Finance Minister Rachel Reeves says economy improving but public still frustrated
Britain’s economy is showing signs of recovery following a sluggish end to 2024, according to Finance Minister Rachel Reeves, though she acknowledged...06 June 2025Read More...
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"The sums don’t add up": nearly half of London boroughs face bankruptcy risk over SEND funding crisis
Almost half of London’s boroughs are facing a serious risk of bankruptcy due to growing financial pressure from underfunded special educational needs...05 June 2025Read More... -
Six men on trial over London arson attack allegedly tied to Russia’s Wagner group
Six men appeared in court on Wednesday, accused of carrying out an arson attack in London allegedly orchestrated by Russia’s Wagner mercenary group....05 June 2025Read More... -
Scammers steal £47 million from HMRC using phishing attacks
Scammers have stolen £47 million from HMRC by accessing the online accounts of around 100,000 people, according to the tax authority.05 June 2025Read More...
World News
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British gran upset by Benidorm holiday over hotel experience and guest demographics
A British grandmother has expressed disappointment over her recent holiday to Benidorm, claiming that her experience at the Hotel Poseidon Playa was...09 June 2025Read More...
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Prince William rallies world leaders to protect oceans at Monaco forum
Prince William has issued a stark warning about the state of the world’s oceans, describing the crisis as unlike any challenge humanity has faced...08 June 2025Read More... -
Trump’s rapid response to LA protests energizes supporters but risks escalating tensions
In a move that underscores his hardline stance on public order, President Donald Trump swiftly mobilized federal forces in response to weekend protests...08 June 2025Read More... -
UK and India strengthen economic and migration ties as Foreign Secretary visits New Delhi
Foreign Secretary David Lammy is set to strengthen economic and migration ties between the UK and India during his visit to New Delhi this weekend,...07 June 2025Read More... -
Russia accuses British Council of espionage activities
Russia’s Federal Security Service (FSB) on Thursday accused British intelligence of using the British Council as a front to undermine the country....06 June 2025Read More... -
Chaos in the skies: turbulence injures nine on Ryanair flight from Berlin to Milan
A Ryanair flight from Berlin to Milan turned into a nightmare for passengers when severe turbulence struck mid-air, injuring nine people and forcing...05 June 2025Read More... -
Helping Zambian farmers go green: UK supports sustainable agriculture and eco-tourism
The UK’s International Climate Finance (ICF) is backing efforts in Zambia to promote sustainable farming and eco-tourism as a way to reduce emissions...04 June 2025Read More... -
New UK-Morocco business partnerships set to boost British economy
Foreign Secretary visits Morocco to expand trade and investment ties02 June 2025Read More... -
Ukraine strikes deep into Russia, destroys dozens of strategic bombers in major drone attack
Two key Russian airbases housing strategic bombers—one in the Arctic and the other in Siberia—were reportedly set ablaze in a bold drone strike...01 June 2025Read More... -
Royal Navy seizes £26 million in drugs in major Arabian Sea operation
The Royal Navy has struck a significant blow against international drug trafficking, seizing over £26 million worth of narcotics during a major bust...30 May 2025Read More... -
UAE summons Israeli Ambassador over Al-Aqsa ‘provocations’
The United Arab Emirates has formally summoned Israeli Ambassador Yossi Shelley to protest what it called “shameful and offensive” actions by Israeli...29 May 2025Read More... -
UK and Maldives deepen ties at Second Strategic Dialogue in Malé
The United Kingdom and the Maldives convened for their Second Strategic Dialogue on 28 May 2025 in Malé, reaffirming their dedication to strengthening...29 May 2025Read More... -
Uruguayan officials visit UK to strengthen justice and security ties
Uruguay's Deputy Chief of Staff Jorge Díaz and Interior Minister Carlos Negro made their first official visit to London from May 20 to 23, 2025, engaging...28 May 2025Read More... -
Walking 7,000 steps a day or doing chores may lower cancer risk, study finds
A new study led by the University of Oxford suggests that everyday activities like walking, shopping, or even tidying up around the house could play...27 May 2025Read More... -
France detains UK fishing vessel over alleged illegal activity in Channel
A British fishing boat has been seized by French authorities amid allegations it was operating without a licence in French waters. The vessel was intercepted...25 May 2025Read More...
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Restaurant asks Tommy Robinson to leave after staff express discomfort
Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, widely known as Tommy Robinson, was asked to leave a Hawksmoor restaurant in London after staff and diners reportedly felt uneasy...07 June 2025Read More... -
Zia Yusuf resigns as Reform UK chairman amid party turmoil
Zia Yusuf has stepped down as chairman of Reform UK, stating that pushing to elect a Reform government is no longer "a good use of my time."05 June 2025Read More... -
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...25 May 2025Read More... -
Top UK Jewish journalists urge Israel and Egypt to allow media access to Gaza
A group of prominent British Jewish journalists, including Robert Peston, Emily Maitlis, and Jon Sopel, have publicly called on Israel and Egypt to...23 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...16 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,...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...13 May 2025Read More...