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Sterling strengthened modestly against the US dollar on Friday as declining oil prices eased concerns over rising global borrowing costs, although the British currency remained close to its

A £370 million defence contract to supply Kuwait with advanced, artificial intelligence-enabled air defence technology will create 100 new jobs in the United Kingdom, strengthening British

New cross-sector initiative will bring together more than 50 organisations to strengthen extreme-weather preparedness, improve coordination and ensure communities help shape national

British government borrowing costs climbed to their highest levels in almost 20 years on Thursday, as a sharp increase in global oil prices intensified pressure on bond markets and

A major German investment firm has announced plans to commit £1 billion to affordable housing in the UK, with the project expected to deliver up to 4,000 professionally managed homes

The Duke of Sussex has spoken about experiencing a period of depression shortly after leaving the UK in 2019, describing how the sudden absence of stress left him struggling to function

Britain has imposed fresh sanctions on 38 individuals and organisations accused of helping Russia finance its war in Ukraine, with oil tankers, cryptocurrency exchanges and military supply
A new government-backed campaign is encouraging parents and children to become more active together, after research found that many families lack confidence when it comes to sport

Millions of motorists across the UK will have a new way to compare petrol and diesel prices after Google Maps began displaying near real-time fuel costs at filling stations.

UK airports are preparing for a major overhaul of the arrival process, with new contactless eGates designed to make border checks faster while retaining existing security safeguards.

Culture
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London releases final tickets for spectacular New Year’s Eve fireworks as demand surges
London is preparing to welcome 2027 with one of the world's most recognisable New Year’s Eve celebrations, as Mayor Sadiq Khan announces the release of the final allocation of ticketsRead More... -
King’s Award celebrates 250 groups making a difference across the UK
The King’s Award for Voluntary Service, formerly known as The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, remains one of the most prestigious honours recognising exceptional contributions toRead More... -
400 schools to benefit from new UK theatre education programme
Theatre and the performing arts play an important role in the education and personal development of younger generations, helping children develop creativity, confidence, communicationRead More... -
King Charles celebrates 50 years of charitable work as the King’s Trust marks major anniversary
Charitable work has long been one of the most important elements of King Charles III's public activities. Throughout his decades of royal service, he has supported numerous charitableRead More... -
British Library to open major Agatha Christie exhibition exploring the life behind her crime novels
The British Library in London is set to host a major exhibition celebrating the life, adventures and literary legacy of Agatha Christie, one of the world's most celebrated crime writers.Read More... -
Diwali celebrations at Trafalgar Square cancelled due to storm warnings
London’s annual Diwali celebration at Trafalgar Square has been cancelled at short notice because of forecast storms and safety concerns, organisers announced on Saturday.Read More... -
London to celebrate Diwali with free festival of music, dance and culture in Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square will become the centre of London’s Diwali celebrations on Sunday, 25 October, as the capital prepares to welcome thousands of residents and visitors for a free festivalRead More... -
England’s national museums to keep free admission for all visitors
Government rules out charges for international tourists as museums receive further investmentRead More... -
UK museums given three months to keep rare Renaissance bronze in Britain
British museums and galleries have been given a limited window to secure a rare Renaissance sculpture valued at more than £4.6 million, after the Government temporarily halted itsRead More... -
Oasis set to return in 2027 with massive 38-date global tour
Oasis are extending their long-awaited comeback with an ambitious 38-date tour scheduled for 2027, taking the iconic Britpop group across the UK, Ireland, continental Europe and theRead More... -
UK moves to keep Stanley Spencer’s landmark resurrection painting
The British government has stepped in to prevent a major early work by Stanley Spencer from leaving the country, giving museums and galleries a limited window to secure the paintingRead More... -
London’s record summer of live music delivers £3.4bn boost
London has enjoyed a record-breaking summer of live music, with millions of fans attending concerts across the capital as some of the world’s biggest artists took to its stadiums, arenasRead More...

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