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Anna Wintour steps down as US Vogue editor-in-chief after 37 years
Dame Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue, a position she has held for an unprecedented 37 years.Read More... -
£35m George Street revamp gets council backing despite funding doubts
Plans to transform Edinburgh’s George Street have been approved by city councillors, with construction expected to begin in August 2027—if the money can be secured.Read More... -
Police seek help after £150,000 violin stolen from North London pub
Police are appealing for information after a rare 18th-century violin, valued at over £150,000, was stolen from a pub in north London.Read More... -
Chris Brown denies assault charge in London nightclub incident
Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty to assault charges related to a 2023 nightclub altercation in London. The 36-year-old US singer is accused of attacking music producer Abraham Diaw with aRead More... -
Louvre workers strike over overtourism, forcing sudden museum closure
The Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum, was forced to close its doors Monday after staff staged a spontaneous strike, citing unbearable working conditions and the overwhelming crush ofRead More... -
Pulp score first UK number one album in 27 years with more
Indie rock legends Pulp have returned to the top of the UK album charts for the first time in nearly three decades, with their latest release More debuting at number one, according to theRead More... -
Jonathan Anderson named creative director for both men's and women's collections at Dior
Jonathan Anderson, the celebrated Northern Irish designer, has been appointed creative director of both the men’s and women’s collections at Dior — marking a historic first for the FrenchRead More... -
King Charles to make history with new Canadian throne
When King Charles delivers the Speech from the Throne on Parliament Hill, he’ll mark a historic milestone: he will be the first reigning monarch to sit on Canada’s newly crafted throne.Read More... -
Animal welfare rules in British zoos undergo major overhaul
Zoos and aquariums across Great Britain are set to implement sweeping changes under new animal welfare standards aimed at improving the lives of animals and reinforcing the UK’sRead More... -
Royals and Beckham companions take center stage at Chelsea Flower Show
The Chelsea Flower Show opened on Monday with a star-studded lineup and an unexpected spotlight on dogs.Read More...
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Britain’s service sector activity in August grew at its fastest pace since April, with price pressures easing, suggesting a more favorable inflation outlook and economic stabilization
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer issued a formal apology on Wednesday to the victims of the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire, which claimed the lives of 72 people.
Keir Starmer appears poised to yield to mounting pressure for a parliamentary vote on the proposed cuts to the winter fuel allowance, as dissent within the Labour Party grows.
Five children have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of an 80-year-old man who was assaulted while walking his dog in a Leicester park.
Scotland's Finance Secretary, Shona Robison, has warned that upcoming budget cuts will significantly impact the Scottish government's ability to deliver essential services.
The UK's Chief Rabbi, Sir Ephraim Mirvis, sharply criticized the British government's decision on Monday to suspend 30 out of approximately 350 arms export licenses to Israel.
British consumer spending saw a modest annual increase in August, driven by a rise in food and drink purchases during the warm summer weather, according to surveys released
The UK government has announced the immediate suspension of approximately 30 arms export licences to Israel, specifically for items that could be used in military operations in Gaza.
In August, British factories reported their most robust performance in over two years, driven by strong domestic demand, which outweighed a decline in exports, according to a
As Members of Parliament (MPs) return to Parliament, they can anticipate a "packed legislative agenda," according to Commons Leader Lucy Powell. The agenda includes