Culture
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British Library set for £1.1 billion expansion
The British Library, the largest in the UK, is set for a major transformation with a £1.1 billion expansion project now approved.Read More... -
Export bars placed on two 18th century Agostino Brunias paintings
Two paintings by the 18th-century Italian artist Agostino Brunias, both depicting scenes from the Caribbean island of St Vincent, have been placed under temporary export bars to give UKRead More... -
Pope recognizes Antoni Gaudí's "heroic virtues," puts him on path to sainthood
The Vatican has taken a significant step toward making renowned Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí a saint, officially recognizing his "heroic virtues." Often referred to as "God's architect,"Read More... -
Britain’s oldest Indian restaurant faces closure amid Central London lease dispute
Veeraswamy, the UK's oldest Indian restaurant, is facing the threat of closure just before reaching its centenary, due to a lease disagreement with the Crown Estate.Read More... -
Communities invited to nominate beloved UK traditions for National Heritage List
This summer, communities across the UK will be able to nominate their favourite traditions—from iconic celebrations like Notting Hill Carnival and Hogmanay to time-honoured crafts likeRead More... -
£20m museum renewal fund opens for England’s civic museums
Civic museums across England can now apply for a share of the new £20 million Museum Renewal Fund, aimed at boosting access to collections, enhancing educational programmes, andRead More... -
The underrated UK city that was England’s first capital — 1,000 years before London
Tucked away in Essex lies a city that predates London as England's capital by over a millennium. Rich in Roman and medieval history, Colchester only officially became a city in 2022 as part ofRead More... -
Universal Studios to open first UK theme park in Bedford by 2031, creating 28,000 jobs
The UK is officially getting its first Universal Studios theme park, with a grand opening set for 2031. The landmark project, backed by the UK government, is expected to bring in a staggeringRead More... -
MI5 lifts the veil on 115 years of secrets in new exhibition
For the first time in its 115-year history, MI5 is pulling back the curtain on its shadowy past. A new exhibition at the National Archives in London, MI5: Official Secrets, offers the public anRead More... -
Tourist tax could help revive London’s arts and culture scene
A growing number of voices are calling on the government to allow London to introduce a tourist tax, similar to those already in place in many popular European cities. The Centre for LondonRead More... -
£1bn Chinese ceramics gift to British Museum approved
The Charity Commission has officially approved the largest donation in the British Museum’s history—a collection of Chinese ceramics valued at around £1 billion.Read More... -
UK to return Nazi-looted painting to Jewish family
A 17th-century painting stolen by the Nazis in 1940 from a Jewish art collector in Belgium is set to be returned to the collector’s descendants, the British government announced on Saturday,Read More... -
Queen Camilla launches new Reading Medal to celebrate literary champions
Queen Camilla has unveiled The Queen’s Reading Room Medal, a new honor recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to promoting books, reading, and literature in theirRead More...
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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
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.
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
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.
Salesforce announced on Thursday its plans to establish its first flagship artificial intelligence center in the U.K., located in London’s Blue Fin Building. This initiative is part of Salesforce’s
Labour has unveiled plans to crack down on nuisance off-road motorbikes disturbing rural communities. This policy will be part of the party's manifesto pledges to
The Conservatives have committed nearly £730m to expand NHS mental health treatment in England, aiming to reduce rising welfare costs if they secure victory in the
Londoners can enjoy free 30-minute rentals of Santander Cycles bikes on Sundays throughout June. After the initial 30 minutes, pedal bikes cost £1.65 and e-bikes cost