Culture
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Exploring London’s forgotten Cockney-Yiddish culture: a new podcast unveils lost voices and stories
A new podcast, launched today by Queen Mary University historians Professor Nadia Valman and Dr. Vivi Lachs, uncovers the unique and often-overlooked fusion of Cockney and YiddishRead More... -
Blenheim Palace unveils exclusive ‘Family Treasures’ extended tour
Starting 15th February 2025, Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, will introduce an exciting new experience for visitors—the Family Treasures extended tour. This exclusive journeyRead More... -
Rare Harry Potter first edition rescued from rubbish sells for £21,000
A rare first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, which was nearly discarded, has fetched over £21,000 at auction.Read More... -
King Charles visits Polish Social and Cultural Centre in London
King Charles paid a visit to the Polish Social and Cultural Centre (POSK) in Hammersmith, London, on Wednesday, where he was warmly welcomed by Polish Ambassador to the UK,Read More... -
The Princess of Wales unveils new childhood programme at National Portrait Gallery
Visitors at the National Portrait Gallery were in for a surprise as the Princess of Wales arrived in an unexpected fashion—stepping off a London minibus alongside a group of enthusiasticRead More... -
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...
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Plans are underway to introduce direct train services from London to Germany, Switzerland, and France, as part of efforts to increase passenger numbers at St Pancras station.
London Councils is renewing its call for a long-term, sustainable funding solution for local authorities, rejecting the government’s Exceptional Financial Support (EFS) as an inadequate response
British retail sales saw an unexpected surge in January, rising by 1.7%—the largest monthly increase since May last year—according to official data released on Friday. The sharp jump suggests
The UK government recorded its highest-ever borrowing surplus for January, according to official data, although increased public spending is adding pressure on the Chancellor ahead of the
The number of job postings in the UK rose for the first time in seven months this January, suggesting that the job market may be holding up despite increased employer taxes, according to a
Motorists in London are set to face higher parking fines as Mayor Sir Sadiq Khan has approved a proposal to increase penalty charge notices (PCNs) by £30. The move means drivers caught
Brexit campaigner Nigel Farage has officially stepped back from his formal control of Reform UK, a political party currently leading in opinion polls, as part of an effort to professionalize its
Get Online London has supported over 100,000 digitally excluded Londoners through 1,106 Digital Inclusion Hubs across the capital.
HMS Somerset has been putting its anti-submarine warfare skills to the test in the Norwegian fjords, aggressively pursuing allied submarines at full speed as part of Exercise Arctic Dolphin.
The UK housing market is experiencing a significant upturn, with average property prices rising by over £12,000 in the past year. Homeowners in sought-after suburban areas are seeing