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: Published: 31 December 2015

Sport

Manchester United move closer to new era after securing key stadium site

Manchester United have taken a major step toward building their proposed 100,000-seat stadium after securing most of the land required for the ambitious project, the Premier League club

Bookmakers suspend Royal Ascot charity initiative, costing UK charities nearly £500,000

British charities are set to miss out on almost £500,000 in donations from Royal Ascot this year after bookmakers withdrew support for a long-running charity fundraising initiative, citing

West Ham co-chair David Sullivan resigns ahead of publication of historic allegations

West Ham United co-chair David Sullivan has resigned from his role with immediate effect after learning that allegations concerning his personal life are set to be published and broadcast

Liverpool to host 2030 Artistic Gymnastics World Championships

Liverpool will once again welcome the world’s top gymnasts after British Gymnastics secured the rights to host the 2030 Artistic Gymnastics World Championships, bringing one of the sport’s

Arsenal end 22-year wait as North London erupts in celebration

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Northern England Olympic bid explored as government launches sports-led regeneration drive

The government has commissioned an initial assessment into the possibility of bringing the Olympic and Paralympic Games to the North of England in the 2040s, alongside a broader push to

London calling: record 1.33 million hopefuls swell 2027 Marathon ballot

The global appetite for the London Marathon has reached a fever pitch, with organizers announcing on Tuesday that a staggering 1.33 million people have applied for the 2027 race.

Community, care and connection: West Ham United Foundation expands support for vulnerable residents

In collaboration with Goldman Sachs, the West Ham United Foundation has delivered another dedicated community support initiative for individuals experiencing homelessness and those in

London set to make cycling history with first-ever women’s tour team time trial

London is preparing to take centre stage in global cycling as it hosts a groundbreaking moment in the Tour de France Femmes avec Zwift. In 2027, the UK capital will stage the race’s first-ever

Fernandes matches Ronaldo milestone as United captain continues record-breaking form

Bruno Fernandes reached a landmark moment in his Premier League career on Monday night, equalling Cristiano Ronaldo’s total of 140 goal involvements during Manchester United’s victory

Education

Degree choice can mean a £400,000 difference in lifetime earnings, new research finds
Students could see dramatically different financial outcomes depending on the degree subject they choose, with some courses leading to lifetime earnings gains of up to £400,000 while
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Natural History GCSE moves closer as government backs skills for green economy
The government has launched a public consultation on a new Natural History GCSE, bringing the qualification a step closer to classrooms and aiming to equip young people with skills for
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Ofqual hits Cambridge English with £875,000 penalty after global IELTS marking failures affect tens of thousands
Cambridge English has been fined £875,000 by the UK regulator Ofqual after widespread marking errors in international English language tests led to incorrect results being issued to more
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£80m investment to create 2,500 defence skills student places across England
Twenty-four universities and colleges across England have secured a share of £80 million in government funding aimed at expanding higher education capacity in defence-related subjects
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Starmer signals tougher curbs on youth social media access in UK
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UK boosts global science pull as top researchers join and Horizon Europe gains momentum
The UK is strengthening its position as a global hub for scientific innovation, welcoming a new cohort of leading international researchers and recording significant gains in its participation
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Teacher recruitment pledge passes two-thirds mark as government reports 70% delivery milestone
Two years into the current Parliament, the government says it has delivered around 70% of its pledge to recruit and retain an additional 6,500 teachers, according to new figures published by
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Universities risk losing overseas recruitment rights under new visa compliance rules
Universities in the UK could lose the ability to recruit international students if they fail to meet tougher visa compliance standards, under new measures announced by the government to tackle
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Government targets hidden childcare fees as families struggle with rising costs
The government has launched a new crackdown on hidden childcare charges, amid growing concern that families are being forced to pay unexpected fees despite promises of “free” childcare
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Doctors warn social media poses health risks to children comparable to smoking
Senior British doctors have warned that social media is becoming a major public health threat to children, comparing its dangers to smoking and the introduction of seatbelt laws.
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London

Culture

Universal unveils £5 billion UK theme park project, set to open in 2031
Comcast NBCUniversal has confirmed plans to invest more than £5 billion in building its first-ever European theme park and resort, marking one of the largest entertainment investments in the
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London gears up for biggest-ever summer of live music as global superstars take over the capital
London is preparing for a landmark summer of live music, reinforcing its status as the world's leading music city with an unparalleled programme of exclusive performances from some of the
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Eid festival marks 20 years in Trafalgar Square with music, food and family events
London’s annual Eid on the Square celebration will return to Trafalgar Square on Saturday, 30 May, as the popular event marks its 20th anniversary in the heart of the capital.
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Beatles’ final rooftop performance to be preserved in new London museum
The rooftop where The Beatles staged their iconic final live performance is set to become the centerpiece of a new museum celebrating the legendary band’s legacy.
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Rare Declaration of Independence to headline landmark exhibition on America’s founding
A major new exhibition marking 250 years since the birth of the United States is set to open this summer, bringing together some of the most important documents from the American
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Newly released UK archives shed light on early years of Northern Ireland Troubles
Nearly 1,000 previously hard-to-access government records documenting the early years of the Northern Ireland Troubles have been published online, marking a significant step in opening
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Kengo Kuma chosen to lead landmark expansion of London’s National Gallery
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£127.8 million lifeline for UK arts venues signals renewed push for cultural access
More than 130 cultural venues across England are set to receive a significant financial boost as part of a £127.8 million government investment aimed at widening public access to arts and
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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.
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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 the
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£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 future
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Young readers across the globe take center stage in Oxford Big Read 2025
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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.
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