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Ai-Da robot unveils AI-painted portrait of King Charles III at Geneva reception
The UK Mission to the WTO and United Nations in Geneva hosted a distinctive reception this week, featuring Ai-Da — the world’s first ultra-realistic humanoid robot artist.Read More... -
Anglican communion considers scaling back Archbishop of Canterbury’s global role to prevent schism
The Anglican Communion is weighing reforms that would reduce the Archbishop of Canterbury’s central leadership role in a bid to hold together its 85 million members amid deepeningRead More... -
Black Sabbath farewell gig raises £140 million for charity, says director
Black Sabbath's final concert has raised a staggering £140 million for charity, according to Tom Morello, the event’s musical director and guitarist for Rage Against The Machine.Read More... -
Bayeux Tapestry to return to the UK for the first time in nearly 1,000 years
The Bayeux Tapestry, one of the most iconic pieces of medieval art, is set to be displayed in the UK for the first time since its creation over 900 years ago, the Department for Culture, MediaRead More... -
Hundreds of new homes proposed for Blenheim Palace estate
Plans to build 500 new homes on the Blenheim Palace estate have been submitted to Cherwell District Council. The development would be located east of Park View in Woodstock, Oxfordshire,Read More... -
The best moments from Oasis’ triumphant return in Cardiff
Oasis made a thunderous comeback in Cardiff, opening their reunion show with Hello and a heartfelt “it’s good to be back,” marking their first performance together in 16 years.Read More... -
Royal Academy of Music to launch new campus in East London
The Royal Academy of Music (RAM) has unveiled plans to open a new campus at London City Island in east London, promising "endless possibilities" for students and staff.Read More... -
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...
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On August 2, 2024, the UK Presidency of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA) commemorated Roma Genocide Remembrance Day with an event in Newcastle, marking the
China has resubmitted its plans to construct a new, large embassy in London, a controversial project that may test how the new Labour government navigates its
The UK's aviation regulator, the Civil Aviation Authority (CAA), has selected six projects, including one by e-commerce giant Amazon, to test the use of drones for
Aldi UK, the country’s fourth-largest supermarket chain, announced on Thursday that it will be discontinuing its click and collect service, which was launched at the
The UK economy expanded by 0.6% in the second quarter of 2024, aligning with economists' predictions and following a swift 0.7% recovery in the first quarter after
British consumer price inflation increased in July for the first time this year, according to official figures released on Wednesday. However, the rise was smaller than
A planned 35-storey tower near the River Thames in east London has been scaled back due to concerns over its potential impact on a nearby World Heritage Site.
Violence against women and girls on British railways has surged by more than 50% in the past two years, according to official figures. Data shows that the number of
The UK's inflation rate has increased for the first time this year, according to official figures. The overall price level rose by 2.2% in the year to July, slightly surpassing
A London-based rabbi, detained on charges of performing an illegal circumcision in Dublin, has successfully won the right to receive kosher food while in custody after