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24 Iranian Jews remain imprisoned amid widening government crackdown
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UK court upholds Cayman Islands' same-sex civil partnership law in landmark ruling
In a significant victory for LGBTQ+ rights in the Caribbean, a British court has upheld a Cayman Islands law that legalizes same-sex civil partnerships. The ruling, delivered on Monday by theRead More... -
UK-Taiwan trade boost as Minister visits Taipei for strategic talks
UK Trade Minister Douglas Alexander is visiting Taiwan for the 27th annual round of UK-Taiwan trade talks, aimed at expanding investment and exports in line with the UK’s new TradeRead More... -
G7 reaches agreement on global minimum tax, offering certainty for UK businesses
The Chancellor has secured a key agreement with G7 finance leaders on the future of the global minimum tax, marking a significant step in the fight against aggressive tax planning andRead More... -
Tehran stirs back to life, but Its people remain deeply shaken
On a hot summer afternoon in Tehran, the Boof Cafe offers a cool respite with its distinctive iced Americanos—perhaps the most unique in the city. Nestled in a leafy corner of the old,Read More...
Culture
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Anna Wintour steps down as US Vogue editor-in-chief after 37 years
Dame Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue, a position she has held for an unprecedented 37 years.Read More... -
£35m George Street revamp gets council backing despite funding doubts
Plans to transform Edinburgh’s George Street have been approved by city councillors, with construction expected to begin in August 2027—if the money can be secured.Read More... -
Police seek help after £150,000 violin stolen from North London pub
Police are appealing for information after a rare 18th-century violin, valued at over £150,000, was stolen from a pub in north London.Read More... -
Chris Brown denies assault charge in London nightclub incident
Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty to assault charges related to a 2023 nightclub altercation in London. The 36-year-old US singer is accused of attacking music producer Abraham Diaw with aRead More... -
Louvre workers strike over overtourism, forcing sudden museum closure
The Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum, was forced to close its doors Monday after staff staged a spontaneous strike, citing unbearable working conditions and the overwhelming crush ofRead More... -
Pulp score first UK number one album in 27 years with more
Indie rock legends Pulp have returned to the top of the UK album charts for the first time in nearly three decades, with their latest release More debuting at number one, according to theRead More... -
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...
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Nurseries are set to receive a £204 million cash boost as part of the Government’s promise to deliver the largest ever investment in childcare.
Sukh Chamdal, the founder of the successful vegan bakery Cake Box, which is valued at £35 million and operates over 200 franchises nationwide, is facing accusations of felling numerous
Prince Harry has filed a claim for £320,000 in damages for 33 newspaper articles published by Mirror Group Newspapers, alleging a breach of his privacy.
Lawyers representing Mirror Group Newspapers (MGN) argued in London's High Court that Prince Harry should be awarded a maximum of £500 ($637) in damages for one admitted instance of
British shop price inflation has eased this month, offering some relief to households grappling with a surge in living costs and higher borrowing expenses, according to a survey released on
UK supermarket Sainsbury's has announced its investment of £15 million ($19.1 million) in slashing prices on essential products. The move aims to maintain competitiveness and cater to
An investigation has revealed that academics from Cambridge University have been assisting Iran in the development of "suicide drones."
Offenders will be on call to swiftly clean up egregious instances of fly-tipping, vandalism and littering as part of a new government plan to tackle the scourge of anti-social behaviour.
Suella Braverman, the Home Office minister, chaired the inaugural gathering of the Jewish Community Crime, Policing, and Security Taskforce. The meeting, held on Tuesday, brought together
Next steps to ban the keeping of primates as pets have been set out by the government today (Tuesday 20 June).