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British authorities say at least 60 people are set to face prosecution for backing Palestine Action, the activist group that was banned last month under terrorism laws. Three others have already

Transport for London (TfL) says the 60+ Oyster card, which gives free travel to Londoners over 60, cost them around £84 million in lost revenue last year. The figures came to light through a
The Prince and Princess of Wales are preparing for a new chapter in Windsor life as they get ready to move house with their three children, Prince George, Princess Charlotte, and Prince Louis.

Shein’s British business saw a strong surge in 2024, with sales climbing 32.3% to £2.05 billion ($2.77 billion), making the UK its third-largest market after the United States and Germany.

From August 26, Lloyds Bank will roll out a new app feature allowing customers to deposit cash at more than 30,000 PayPoint locations — including convenience stores where they might also
The London Ambulance Service (LAS) is reaching patients faster than it did a year ago, according to newly released NHS England figures.

The Pound Sterling gained ground on Tuesday after fresh UK labour market figures beat expectations for the three months to June.

The UK government is urging local councils and charities to help more people get online through a new £9.5 million Digital Inclusion Innovation Fund. The initiative aims to tackle digital
Rolls-Royce’s plan to power artificial intelligence (AI) with its nuclear reactors could catapult it to become the UK’s most valuable company, according to its CEO.
The UK’s fourth heatwave of the summer is set to bring more sweltering conditions today, with temperatures possibly hitting 34°C in some parts of England, before thunderstorms arrive later

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Europol sounds alarm over more violent museum heists across Europe
Museum robberies are taking a more dangerous turn across Europe, with organised criminal groups increasingly using heavy tools, explosives and other forms of force to steal valuableRead More... -
London marks UNESCO day with call for action, memory and justice on the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade
City Hall brings together community leaders, artists, young Londoners and historians to honour those affected by the transatlantic slave trade and celebrate the strength of African andRead More... -
Honiara welcomes a global showcase of wildlife photography
Some of the world’s most striking wildlife photographs have arrived in the Solomon Islands, as the British High Commission and the Solomon Islands National Art Gallery open anRead More... -
Britain’s festival season stages a cautious comeback as fans pay for more
Britain’s battered music festival industry is showing tentative signs of recovery, with several major events selling out faster than expected as organisers reshape their offer aroundRead More... -
British Week in Paraguay marks a decade with nine days of culture, food and music
Asunción is preparing for the 10th edition of British Week, a nine-day programme showcasing British culture and connections across Paraguay.Read More... -
Stefan Zweig’s London refuge marked with blue plaque 90 years after Austrian writer fled Hitler
A London address that once offered refuge to one of Austria’s most celebrated writers has been formally marked in honour of Stefan Zweig, the Jewish novelist and essayist who fled theRead More... -
Bloomsbury keeps profit outlook unchanged as AI partnerships boost early-year trading
Bloomsbury Publishing has maintained its full-year financial outlook after reporting a solid start to the new fiscal year, supported by continued income from artificial intelligence licensingRead More... -
Salman Rushdie warns free speech is under threat as London honours his literary legacy
Author Salman Rushdie has warned that freedom of speech is facing growing threats around the world, saying the right to express dissenting views is under increasing pressure even inRead More... -
More than 400 UK towns compete for inaugural Town of Culture title as shortlist nears
More than 400 towns across the UK have entered the race to become the country's first-ever UK Town of Culture, as ministers prepare to unveil a shortlist in the coming weeks.Read More... -
Historic Bayeux Tapestry returns to England after nearly a millennium for landmark exhibition
The British Museum is preparing for overwhelming public interest as tickets go on sale for a once-in-a-generation exhibition featuring the legendary Bayeux Tapestry. The remarkableRead More... -
Universal unveils £5 billion UK theme park project, set to open in 2031
Comcast NBCUniversal has confirmed plans to invest more than £5 billion in building its first-ever European theme park and resort, marking one of the largest entertainment investments in theRead More... -
London gears up for biggest-ever summer of live music as global superstars take over the capital
London is preparing for a landmark summer of live music, reinforcing its status as the world's leading music city with an unparalleled programme of exclusive performances from some of theRead More... -
Eid festival marks 20 years in Trafalgar Square with music, food and family events
London’s annual Eid on the Square celebration will return to Trafalgar Square on Saturday, 30 May, as the popular event marks its 20th anniversary in the heart of the capital.Read More...

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