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Earliest evidence of human fire-making unearthed in Suffolk
A team led by the British Museum has uncovered what is now the earliest known evidence of humans deliberately making fire—dating back around 400,000 years—at a site in Barnham,Read More... -
Rothschild 15th-century prayer book set to fetch up to $7 million at Sotheby’s auction
Ultra-rare 15th-century mahzor features vivid medieval illustrationsRead More... -
Ray Winstone honoured with Freedom of the City of London
Ray Winstone, one of the UK’s most celebrated ‘hard man’ actors, has been awarded the Freedom of the City of London in recognition of his extensive charitable and fundraising work.Read More... -
Golden Globe 2026 nominations announced ahead of January ceremony
The nominations for the 83rd annual Golden Globe Awards were unveiled on Monday, setting the stage for the first major awards ceremony of the season on January 11.Read More... -
Mayor of London granted right to use historic GLC coat of arms
The Mayor of London has been officially granted permission to use the historic coat of arms once belonging to the former Greater London Council (GLC), following approval from the King.Read More... -
Who will shape the National Gallery’s tomorrow? Architects shortlisted for landmark expansion
The National Gallery has announced a shortlist of six architectural teams competing to design a major new wing as part of its ambitious £750 million Project DomaniRead More... -
National Gallery unveils ambitious exhibition programme for 2026
The National Gallery has announced a landmark line-up of exhibitions for 2026, spanning five centuries of European art and bringing together rare loans, first-ever UK presentations, and iconicRead More... -
OUP India launches 100 libraries for underprivileged children across Uttar Pradesh
Oxford University Press (OUP) India has partnered with the National Book Trust (NBT) to establish 100 libraries for underprivileged children across Anganwadi centres inRead More... -
Children’s author Iryna Kotlyarevska: “Stories born from family evenings”
Iryna Kotlyarevska is a name increasingly found on the shelves of family libraries. A mother of four, a Bachelor of Philosophy, a Master of Political Science, and the creator of the worlds ofRead More... -
Ashmolean Museum passes one million visitors for first time since 2008
The Ashmolean Museum in Oxford has recorded more than one million visitors in a single year, the first time it has reached the milestone in 16 years, the institutionRead More... -
Writer’s Award 2026 honours Jacqueline Crooks and Vanessa Londoño
Jacqueline Crooks and Vanessa Londoño have been named the 2026 recipients of the Eccles Institute and Hay Festival Global Writer’s Award. The announcement was made Monday evening atRead More... -
At Britain’s first plant-based Michelin-Star restaurant, most diners aren’t vegan
At Plates, the first fully plant-based restaurant in Britain to earn a Michelin star, the dining room is full most nights — yet the vast majority of guests aren’t vegan.Read More...

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The Church of England's second-highest-ranking official, Archbishop of York Stephen Cottrell, has called for repentance and transformation within the institution as it grapples with the fallout

Dame Angela Eagle, the Minister for Border Security and Asylum, has expressed her gratitude to the thousands of Border Force and Immigration Enforcement staff working diligently to ensure
Councillors in Barnsley have approved plans to raise their basic allowance by approximately £400 for the next financial year. The decision, made at a council meeting last month, comes amid

The UK government has significantly escalated efforts to combat illegal working across England since the summer, targeting rogue employers and disrupting exploitative practices.

British homebuilder Vistry (VTY.L) issued its third profit warning for fiscal 2024 on Tuesday, attributing the downgrade to delays in year-end transactions and project completions.

Lord Stuart Peach’s visit underscored the UK’s ongoing commitment to promoting security, stability, and prosperity in Bosnia and Herzegovina (BiH), while supporting its aspirations for

The UK housing market showed signs of cautious recovery in November, with the average house price rising to £267,500, according to data from Zoopla. This figure reflects a 1.9% increase
Aviva has finalized an agreement to acquire its competitor, Direct Line, in a landmark £3.7 billion transaction, solidifying its position as a dominant player in the UK insurance market.

The UK economy showed no growth in the third quarter, according to revised figures released by the Office for National Statistics (ONS) on Monday. The ONS downgraded its estimate for gross

Thousands of people gathered at the ancient Stonehenge monument to welcome the winter solstice sunrise, celebrating themes of renewal, rebirth, and unity. The site opened its Monument

