World News
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Putin and Xi strengthen alliance as Iran and North Korea leaders head to Beijing
Russian President Vladimir Putin was in Beijing on Tuesday, standing shoulder-to-shoulder with his “dear friend” Chinese President Xi Jinping. The two leaders praised what they called theirRead More... -
Norway chooses UK to build £10bn fleet of warships
Norway has struck a huge £10 billion deal with the UK to build a new generation of warships in Glasgow, a move both countries say will strengthen European security at a time of risingRead More... -
Japan–UK defence partnership boosts British jobs and investment
Defence Secretary John Healey has wrapped up his first official visit to Japan, where he met Prime Minister Ishiba and Defence Minister Nakatani — celebrating the UK’s growing partnershipRead More... -
UK steps up support for women and girls in Gaza
The UK government has announced new emergency funding to support women and girls in Gaza, where the ongoing humanitarian crisis has left many strugglingRead More... -
British expats in France shocked by unexpected pension tax bills
British retirees living in France are facing unexpected four-figure tax bills on their public sector pensions—despite long-standing rules meant to protect them.Read More...
Culture
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His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards 2026–2027
Nominations are now open for the 2026 His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards.Read More... -
“Toxic bullying culture” and “pandering to far right”: South London councillor walks away from Labour
A Lambeth councillor has dramatically quit the Labour Party, accusing it of fostering a “toxic culture of bullying” and “pandering to the far right.”Read More... -
For the very first time, Queen Marie of Romania’s delicate floral watercolors are heading to London
From September 18 to October 12, her works—kept safe for over a century in the manuscripts of the Romanian Academy—will be shown at The King’s Foundation Garrison Chapel Gallery,Read More... -
A huge Japanese food & culture festival is coming to London next month – and it’s totally free
For one day only, Trafalgar Square will transform into a vibrant hub of Japanese food, music, and traditions – and you won’t want to miss it. On September 21, the UK’s biggest annualRead More... -
Why England’s streets are suddenly covered in flags
Lately, if you’ve been driving around parts of England, you’ve probably noticed something unusual: lampposts covered in Union Jacks and St George’s crosses. In places like Birmingham,Read More... -
Notting Hill Carnival safety crackdown: 100 arrests and 50 weapons seized
Police have launched a major safety operation ahead of this year’s Notting Hill Carnival, arresting 100 people and seizing dozens of weapons in a bid to keep the huge celebration safe.Read More... -
Norwich castle reopens after £27.5 million transformation
After nearly five years behind scaffolding, one of England’s most iconic Norman landmarks has reopened its doors. Norwich Castle Keep – first built almost 900 years ago – has undergone aRead More... -
Kneecap rapper faces terror charge in London over Hezbollah flag
One of the members of Irish rap group Kneecap appeared in a London court on Wednesday, facing a terrorism charge for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag during a performance.Read More... -
Soho House goes private in $2.7B deal — with Ashton Kutcher joining the board
Soho House, the exclusive members-only club that started above a London café in the ’90s, is set to go private again in a $2.7 billion deal. The move is being led by New York–based MCRRead More... -
France to loan iconic Bayeux Tapestry to UK for first time in 900 years
For the first time in nearly a millennium, the Bayeux Tapestry, one of France’s most treasured cultural artifacts, will leave French soil. The 11th-century embroidery, which depicts theRead More... -
‘Skibidi’, ‘delulu’ and ‘tradwife’ join the Cambridge Dictionary – thanks to TikTok’s influence
The English language has a few new additions – and they’re straight out of internet culture. Words like ‘skibidi’, ‘delulu’ and ‘tradwife’ have officially made it into the Cambridge...Read More... -
Grand new UK festival set to debut at Blenheim Palace
In 2026, a brand-new five-day festival is landing at one of the most stunning locations in the country – Blenheim Palace in Oxfordshire, a UNESCO World Heritage Site.Read More... -
London museum highlights forgotten African and Indian troops of WWII
The overlooked contributions of African and Indian soldiers who fought in South Asia during the Second World War are taking centre stage in a new London exhibition.Read More...
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West Ham United have secured the signing of defender Aaron Wan-Bissaka from Manchester United in a deal worth £15 million. The 26-year-old has committed to a
For the first time in its history, Oxford University's Oriel College saw two of its students win medals at the same Olympic Games—and both were gold.
As the Paris 2024 Olympics draw to a close after more than two weeks of thrilling sports, the city is gearing up for the grand closing ceremony.
Shreyas Royal, a 15-year-old chess prodigy from south-east London, has made history by becoming Britain’s youngest chess grandmaster. Achieving this prestigious title at the British Chess
Britain's women shattered the world record during the qualifying rounds of the Olympic track cycling team sprint at the National Velodrome on Monday.
Great Britain secured their first gold medal at the Paris 2024 Games by retaining their Olympic team eventing title, with Laura Collett also claiming individual bronze.
In 2024, the Summer Olympics will return to Paris, offering a beautiful and familiar backdrop for this prestigious event. Paris, one of the most frequent hosts in the
Simone Biles made a radiant and highly anticipated comeback at the Paris Olympics on Sunday, eliciting thunderous applause from an enthusiastic, star-studded
Charlotte Dujardin, Britain's joint-most decorated female Olympian, has announced her withdrawal from the Paris 2024 Olympics following the emergence of a video