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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... -
Artists release silent album to protest AI copyright law changes
 "In the music of the future, will our voices go unheard?" asked Kate Bush in a statement.Read More... -
Historic royal service returns to Durham Cathedral after 50 years
 For the first time in nearly half a century, the Royal Maundy service will be held at Durham Cathedral.Read More... -
King Charles awards first humanitarian medals
 King Charles has officially presented the first recipients of the newly established Humanitarian Medal during a ceremony at Buckingham Palace.Read More... -
London’s St Patrick’s Day Festival returns on Sunday, March 16
 The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has announced the highly anticipated return of the city’s iconic St Patrick’s Day Festival and Parade on Sunday, March 16. This vibrant celebration bringsRead More... -
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...
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Set up one month after the terror atrocities, the tribute has been vandalized 20 times.
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Reform UK's membership has surged by 50% in the week following Nigel Farage's announcement to run as a parliamentary candidate, as per exclusive figures obtained
King Charles III and Queen Camilla are set to visit Jersey on 15 July as part of a royal tour of the Channel Islands. This visit marks the first time since 2005 that a
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UK budget computer firm Raspberry Pi saw its shares skyrocket by up to 40% on Tuesday morning following its initial public offering (IPO). The shares peaked at 392p
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This year's general election sees a record-breaking number of candidates vying for seats. Over 4,500 candidates are standing for election across the 650 constituencies
On Monday, Nigel Farage’s right-wing Reform UK party proposed a £40 billion ($51 billion) tax cut for voters. The plan suggests eliminating the interest paid to banks by
The Liberal Democrats have unveiled an £8bn package for health and care services in England as part of their election manifesto. During the launch, party leader
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Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross has announced he will step down after the general election and, if elected to Westminster, will also resign as an MSP.
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Home Office data reveals that more than 3,000 asylum-seeking children are currently living in hotels in London. Of these, 64 have been residing in hotels for over two
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The Labour Party has pledged to create 100,000 additional childcare places and establish more than 3,000 new nurseries as part of its comprehensive childcare plan.