Culture
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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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A fire erupted at a 10-storey construction site in east London, leading to seven people being hospitalized. The blaze broke out near Silvertown Way in Canning Town shortly after 08:20 BST,
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Persistent wet weather and ongoing cost-of-living pressures cast a shadow over British consumer spending in May. A recent survey indicated the weakest spending
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British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced a commitment to introduce a legal cap on immigration if re-elected, addressing one of the key issues ahead of next month’s national vote.
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All train services at a busy London station have been halted due to an incident, resulting in delays of up to three hours. National Rail announced on X (formerly known as Twitter) that the
Two companies from West Sussex have been found guilty of illegally dumping waste at a golf club near Gatwick Airport, with the golf club owners complicit in the act.
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The Foreign Office has issued a new travel warning for Thailand, alerting UK holidaymakers to potential risks of "being held in detention" due to new visa rules.
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London stocks opened the week on a positive trajectory, mirroring gains in Asian markets, as investors anticipated a potential rate cut by the European Central Bank (ECB). However, gains were
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Sir Keir Starmer has committed to lowering net migration to the UK if Labour wins the upcoming general election. The Labour leader plans to introduce new laws to
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A significant police presence was observed at Wembley during Saturday's Champions League final. Authorities made 53 arrests, mainly for attempts to enter the
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Met Police officers were out in force today, overseeing protests and preparing for the Champions League final at Wembley.