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An unnamed UK Special Forces (UKSF) officer personally rejected 1,585 resettlement applications from Afghan nationals with credible ties to UK special forces, according to documents revealed
London Councils have commissioned City Science to carry out new research focused on climate equity. The goal is to offer practical recommendations that help both London Councils and
Retail sales in the UK jumped by 1.2% in April, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), as sunny weather and the Easter holiday drove higher spending on food and drink.

The British pound reached its strongest level in over three years on Friday, buoyed by stronger-than-expected UK retail sales and growing unease surrounding U.S. financial markets.

Millions of public sector employees, including nurses, doctors, teachers, and armed forces personnel, have been offered pay increases ranging from 3.6% to 4.5%, following the government's

Sea temperatures around the UK and Ireland have spiked sharply, with some areas now up to 4°C above normal—a change that could affect marine ecosystems and swimmers alike.
The UK defence industry is set for a significant boost as European missile systems manufacturer MBDA announces a £200 million investment at its Bolton site, creating 700 high-skilled jobs.
The UK Government has been temporarily barred from signing a controversial agreement to transfer sovereignty of the Chagos Islands to Mauritius, after a High Court judge issued an
The UK’s Defined Benefit (DB) pension schemes have reached their strongest financial position ever, with a growing surplus that could unleash up to £160 billion to fuel economic growth and
TIME magazine has recognized the Prince and Princess of Wales as part of its TIME100 Philanthropy 2025, honoring their fresh and impactful approach to royal philanthropy.

Culture
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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 AmericanRead More... -
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 openingRead More... -
£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 andRead More... -
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.Read More... -
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 theRead More... -
£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 futureRead More... -
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.Read More... -
Who stood behind Western support for Ukraine’s independence?
From the life story of British politician Stefan TerlezkyRead More... -
London secures £4.66m lifeline for Notting Hill Carnival as iconic festival marks 60 years
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has stepped in with a crucial £4.66 million funding package to ensure the Notting Hill Carnival goes ahead this August, as the world-famous event celebratesRead More...

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