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£100 million boost to transform local sports facilities across the UK
£100 million boost to transform local sports facilities across the UK
Communities across the UK are set to benefit from a major £100 million government investment aimed at upgrading local grassroots sports facilities.
Read More... Manchester United to build £2 billion stadium, aiming for the best in the world
Manchester United to build £2 billion stadium, aiming for the best in the world
Manchester United have announced plans to construct a new £2 billion (S$3.44 billion) stadium next to Old Trafford, with a vision of creating the “world’s greatest football stadium.”
Read More... London Lions unveil plans for world-class basketball arena with mayor’s backing
London Lions unveil plans for world-class basketball arena with mayor’s backing
The London Lions have announced ambitious plans to construct a state-of-the-art basketball arena, marking a significant step in the sport’s growth within the capital. The project has received
Read More... Liverpool extend League lead to 16 points; Forest stun Man City
Liverpool extend League lead to 16 points; Forest stun Man City
Liverpool took another step towards the Premier League title with a commanding 3-1 win over bottom-placed Southampton on Saturday. Mohamed Salah netted twice, while Darwin Nunez also
Read More... Newcastle United sees 28% revenue surge as losses drop significantly in 2023-24 season
Newcastle United sees 28% revenue surge as losses drop significantly in 2023-24 season
Newcastle United has reported a significant financial upturn, with revenue climbing to £320 million ($406.88 million) for the financial year ending June 2024—a 28% increase from £250 million
Read More... Victor Lindelof considering Summer exit as Ruben Amorim plans ruthless Manchester United overhaul
Victor Lindelof considering Summer exit as Ruben Amorim plans ruthless Manchester United overhaul
Victor Lindelof is reportedly eyeing a summer departure from Manchester United, potentially ending his eight-year tenure at Old Trafford. The Swedish defender, who joined the club in 2017
Read More... Paula Radcliffe runs first marathon in a decade at age 51
Paula Radcliffe runs first marathon in a decade at age 51
Former marathon world record holder Paula Radcliffe made a competitive return to the distance after 10 years, completing the Tokyo Marathon on Sunday.
Read More... Man City overcome FA Cup scare as O'Reilly shines against Plymouth
Man City overcome FA Cup scare as O'Reilly shines against Plymouth
Manchester City survived an FA Cup upset as teenage sensation Nico O'Reilly led a spirited comeback in their 3-1 victory over Plymouth Argyle in the fifth round on Saturday.
Read More... Maddison’s strike seals Tottenham’s 1-0 win over Manchester United
Maddison’s strike seals Tottenham’s 1-0 win over Manchester United
James Maddison’s early goal proved decisive as Tottenham Hotspur edged past Manchester United 1-0 on Sunday, securing their first home Premier League victory in over three months.
Read More... Chelsea footballer Sam Kerr found not guilty of racial harassment over 'stupid and white' comment
Chelsea footballer Sam Kerr found not guilty of racial harassment over 'stupid and white' comment
Chelsea striker Sam Kerr has been acquitted of racially aggravated harassment after a jury ruled her comment to a police officer did not amount to a criminal offense.
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Nearly 95% of London pupils secure a preferred secondary school place
New data from the Pan-London Admissions Board, released on National Secondary Offer Day 2025, reveals that 94.8% of children set to start secondary school in London this SeptemberRead More... -
UK concludes IHRA presidency, passing leadership to Israel
After a successful year at the helm of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA), the UK formally hands over the presidency to Israel on 3 March 2025.Read More... -
LSE defends hosting of book launch that questions Hamas’ vilification since October 7
The London School of Economics (LSE) has defended its decision to host the launch of a book at its Middle East Centre, which argues that Hamas has been unfairly "vilified and demonized"Read More... -
Decline in Jewish school enrolments for the first time in 30 years, says new report
A new report from the Institute for Jewish Policy Research (JPR) reveals that the number of students attending Jewish schools in the UK has declined for the first time in three decades.Read More... -
First schools confirmed for landmark free breakfast club scheme
750 Schools Set to Launch Free Breakfast Clubs from April, Supporting Families Across EnglandRead More... -
Lord Hague officially installed as Oxford University’s Chancellor
Lord Hague of Richmond has been formally inaugurated as the 160th Chancellor of the University of Oxford in a ceremony held today at the Sheldonian Theatre. His appointment follows hisRead More... -
Romanian startup Bible chat secures $14M, becomes fastest-growing faith app worldwide
Romanian startup Bible Chat has raised $14 million in a Series A funding round led by Silicon Valley-based True Ventures, with additional support from Early Game Ventures and Play Ventures.Read More... -
Declining demand for school places poses tough choices for London schools
London schools are facing increasing challenges as demand for school places continues to fall, according to a new report from London Councils.Read More... -
Government reforms aim to boost apprenticeships and economic growth
The government is introducing key reforms to streamline apprenticeships, aiming to qualify up to 10,000 more apprentices annually by reducing bureaucratic barriers. These changes includeRead More... -
Parents warned of hefty fines for unauthorised school absences
Parents across the UK have been cautioned that they could face fines of up to £2,500 for persistently taking their children out of school without permission. In the last academic year alone, anRead More...
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Blackpool Pleasure Beach to cut hours and close rides after £2.7m loss
One of the UK’s most iconic theme parks, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, has announced it will be closing some rides and reducing opening hours following a £2.7 million pre-tax loss.Read More... -
Charity shop stunned as rare Chinese Bible fetches £56,000 at auction
Staff at an Oxfam bookshop in Chelmsford were left "absolutely speechless" after a donated Bible sold at auction for an astonishing £56,280—far exceeding its estimated value of just £800.Read More... -
London Marathon 2025: a historic milestone for the UK’s capital race
The 2025 TCS London Marathon is gearing up to make history. Celebrating its 45th edition, the event is set to become the world’s largest marathon, surpassing the New York City Marathon'sRead More... -
British Museum tops UK visitor charts again in 2024
For the second consecutive year, the British Museum has claimed the title of the UK’s most-visited attraction. The iconic London institution welcomed an impressive 6,479,952 visitors in 2024,Read More... -
Britain's Bloomsbury Publishing expects annual trading to exceed forecasts
Bloomsbury Publishing (BMY.L) announced on Thursday that its annual trading performance is set to surpass market expectations, driven by strong demand for its fiction titles and anRead More... -
£1.1bn British Library expansion moves forward
Plans for a £1.1bn extension of the British Library are officially moving ahead, with completion expected by 2032, the developer has confirmed.Read More... -
Waterstones to leave historic Oxford bookstore for new Queen Street location
Oxford’s iconic Waterstones bookstore is set to leave its historic home in William Baker House and relocate to a new premises in the city centre.Read More... -
Edvard Munch’s portraits take center stage in new London exhibition
A new exhibition at London’s National Portrait Gallery is shining a light on Edvard Munch’s mastery of portraiture, revealing a deeper side to the artist best known for The Scream.Read More... -
This is London’s best bookshop, according to Time Out
Daunt Books in Marylebone takes the top spot, thanks to its stunning Edwardian interiors and exceptional book selection.Read More... -
King Charles shares the soundtrack of his life for Commonwealth Day
From the legendary reggae rhythms of Bob Marley to the chart-topping hits of Kylie Minogue and the soulful melodies of Raye, King Charles has unveiled a selection of songs that have shapedRead More... -
London Eye at 25: the landmark that almost never was
Had it not been for the determination of two visionary architects in the early 1990s, London’s skyline—and its iconic New Year’s Eve fireworks—would look very different today.Read More... -
Charli XCX dominates Brit Awards with 'Brat' album wins
British pop sensation Charli XCX made a bold statement at the Brit Awards on March 1, turning the annual ceremony into a celebration of her cultural movement, "brat summer."Read More... -
Prince William speaks Welsh in St David’s Day message
Prince William has shared his first-ever public message in Welsh to celebrate St David’s Day, marking the occasion with a heartfelt tribute to Wales, its culture, and its people.Read More...
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A major crackdown on illegal tobacco and vaping products is ramping up, with new officers on the streets and fresh funding to protect children and communities from harmful products.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has urged government departments to improve efficiency through artificial intelligence and technology, ahead of the upcoming Spring Statement.
Ceredigion among the hardest places to buy a home, report reveals
Welsh Secretary Jo Stevens highlights innovative R&D work in Wales
The UK government has announced a major investment of over £600 million to train the next generation of construction workers, aiming to build 1.5 million homes and boost local communities
A British man has been sentenced to nearly four decades in prison after plotting a terrorist attack on a military base in northern England using a homemade bomb crafted from fireworks.
London’s Heathrow Airport has reopened following a major power outage caused by a nearby fire, but travelers are being warned to brace for continued delays as airlines work to restore
Hundreds of schools and hospitals across the UK are set to benefit from a £180 million investment in solar panels, thanks to the government’s new publicly owned energy company,
London’s Heathrow Airport — one of the world’s busiest aviation hubs — was forced to shut down all operations Friday after a major fire at a nearby electrical substation caused a widespread
The British pound edged lower on Thursday after reaching its highest level in over four months, as investors awaited the Bank of England’s (BoE) interest rate decision later in the day.