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The former head of MI6, Sir Alex Younger, has warned that Britain may need to introduce a new type of conscription in response to growing global threats, particularly from Russia.
King Charles and Queen Camilla recently celebrated the importance of British media through a series of high-profile engagements, highlighting both the vital role of local journalism and the
BBC News correspondent Mark Lowen has been deported from Turkey following his arrest in Istanbul on Wednesday, according to a statement from the BBC.
A heavily redacted set of court documents related to Prince Harry’s US visa has been released, with his exact immigration status withheld due to concerns that disclosure could lead to
Starting Monday, tech companies operating in the UK must implement stricter measures to prevent the spread of illegal content, including child sexual abuse images, as authorities step up
Reach, the publisher of the Daily Mirror and Express, has exceeded annual profit expectations as its cost-cutting strategies begin to yield results.
Britain’s media regulator, Ofcom, has closed its investigation into whether individuals under the age of 18 have been accessing OnlyFans. However, the regulator stated that it will continue
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.
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 community
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 intrusion
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Premier League confirms 2026/27 fixture release date and season schedule
Premier League confirms 2026/27 fixture release date and season schedule
The Premier League has officially announced when fans can expect the fixture list for the 2026/27 campaign, offering an early glimpse into what promises to be another tightly packed season
Read More... Haaland hat-trick powers Manchester City past Liverpool 4-0 as Chelsea hit seven in FA cup rout
Haaland hat-trick powers Manchester City past Liverpool 4-0 as Chelsea hit seven in FA cup rout
Erling Haaland delivered a devastating performance to send Manchester City marching into the FA Cup semi-finals, scoring a hat-trick in a commanding 4-0 victory over Liverpool at the Etihad
Read More... Chelsea FC reports record £262m loss despite revenue growth and European success in 2024–25 season
Chelsea FC reports record £262m loss despite revenue growth and European success in 2024–25 season
Chelsea FC has posted the largest financial loss ever recorded in English football, revealing a pre-tax deficit of £262.4 million ($349.5 million) for the 2024–25 season.
Read More... UK government announces £10m boost for grassroots sport as Football Foundation marks 25 years
UK government announces £10m boost for grassroots sport as Football Foundation marks 25 years
The UK government has unveiled fresh investment in grassroots sport, pledging an additional £10 million to improve community facilities, as the Football Foundation celebrated its 25th
Read More... Global student talent heads to Lausanne for record-breaking Olympic Case Study final 2026
Global student talent heads to Lausanne for record-breaking Olympic Case Study final 2026
A record number of universities have taken part in this year’s International Olympic Case Study Competition (CSC), with the top student teams now set to face off in the global final in
Read More... Milano Cortina 2026 draws record media interest with over 13,000 accredited journalists and broadcasters
Milano Cortina 2026 draws record media interest with over 13,000 accredited journalists and broadcasters
The upcoming Milano Cortina 2026 Olympic Winter Games is already shaping up to be one of the most widely covered Winter Olympics in history, with a remarkable 13,478 media
Read More... Wimbledon expansion wins key court battle, clearing path for major upgrade
Wimbledon expansion wins key court battle, clearing path for major upgrade
Wimbledon’s ambitious expansion project has secured a significant legal victory after London’s High Court dismissed a challenge aimed at halting the development of new tennis facilities.
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Premier League set for five Champions League spots again? Here’s what needs to happen for 2026/27
Premier League set for five Champions League spots again? Here’s what needs to happen for 2026/27
The Premier League is edging closer to securing a fifth UEFA Champions League qualification spot for the 2026/27 season—potentially repeating a historic expansion seen just a year earlier.
Read More... Port Vale stun Sunderland to reach FA Cup quarter-finals for first time since 1954
Port Vale stun Sunderland to reach FA Cup quarter-finals for first time since 1954
Third-tier strugglers Port Vale produced one of the biggest shocks of this season’s FA Cup after defeating Sunderland 1-0 on Sunday to secure a historic place in the quarter-finals.
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Scottish Greens propose new private school tax to fund state education amid wider reform debate
The Scottish Greens have unveiled plans to introduce a new tax on private schools, arguing the measure would help address chronic underfunding in state education and public services acrossRead More... -
Oxford University secures £2m gift to boost primary care in Tunisia, extending legacy of global health philanthropy
The University of Oxford has received a further £2 million donation from Fondation Docteur Sadok Besrour, deepening its efforts to expand primary health care research and education in TunisiaRead More... -
Oxford historian Lyndal Roper wins 2026 Holberg Prize for groundbreaking research on Witch Hunts and Martin Luther
Lyndal Roper, Emeritus Regius Professor of History at University of Oxford, has been named the 2026 laureate of the prestigious Holberg Prize—one of the world’s most significant honours forRead More... -
UK issues first official screen time guidance for under-5s as parents struggle with digital overload
The UK government has unveiled its first clear national guidance on screen time for children under five, stepping into what many parents describe as one of the toughest challenges of modernRead More... -
UK expands school-based nurseries to cut childcare costs by thousands for families in need
The UK government has announced a major expansion of school-based nurseries, aiming to ease childcare costs and improve access for families in the country’s most disadvantaged areas.Read More... -
London launches school uniform reuse network to cut costs, reduce waste, and support families
A new London-wide initiative aimed at tackling rising school uniform costs and reducing textile waste has officially launched, offering practical support to both families and schools.Read More... -
Ofsted launches pilot to bring more serving school and college leaders into inspection teams
Ofsted has announced a new pilot programme aimed at bringing more serving school and college leaders into inspection teams across England’s education system. The initiative is designed toRead More... -
Ofsted report warns children in care face education ‘lottery’ due to inconsistent local authority support
A new report from Ofsted has highlighted significant barriers preventing many children in care from reaching their full academic potential, despite strong efforts by schools and collegesRead More... -
UK regulators warn Meta, TikTok, YouTube and Snapchat to strengthen age checks to protect children online
Britain’s media and privacy watchdogs have issued a stark warning to the world’s largest social media companies, urging them to do far more to prevent children from accessing platformsRead More... -
King Charles III awards Queen Elizabeth Prizes to Oxford researchers for groundbreaking health data platform
Researchers from the University of Oxford have been honoured with the prestigious Queen Elizabeth Prizes for Higher and Further Education during a ceremony hosted at St James's Palace inRead More...
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Aid flotilla sets sail from Barcelona in renewed push to challenge Gaza blockade
A new humanitarian flotilla is preparing to depart from Barcelona on Sunday, marking the latest international effort to deliver aid to Gaza and challenge Israel’s long-standing blockade on theRead More... -
UK backs £128m submarine rescue exports to Indonesia in strategic boost for defence industry
The UK government has unveiled a £128 million export finance package to support the delivery of advanced submarine rescue systems to Indonesia, marking a significant step in strengtheningRead More... -
UK halts Chagos deal amid diplomatic uncertainty and political fallout
The UK government has put its proposed Chagos Islands agreement on hold after failing to secure formal approval from the United States, exposing growing tensions between Keir Starmer andRead More... -
Strait of Hormuz paralysed as Iran–US ceasefire fails to calm oil markets
Despite a fragile ceasefire between the United States and Iran, one of the world’s most critical maritime chokepoints remains eerily quiet. The Strait of Hormuz—through which roughly aRead More... -
Western leaders warn of escalation as Israel’s Lebanon strikes threaten wider regional conflict
European leaders have issued stark warnings over Israel’s intensified military campaign in Lebanon, cautioning that continued escalation could unravel fragile diplomatic efforts tied to theRead More...
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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... -
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...
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