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Climbing Churchill statue to become a criminal offence
The UK government is set to make it a criminal offence to climb the statue of Winston Churchill in Parliament Square, with offenders facing up to three months in prison and a £1,000 fine.Read More... -
Harrogate’s cherry blossoms rival Japan’s sakura season
While Japan’s iconic cherry blossom season draws millions each year, a town in North Yorkshire is proving you don’t need to fly 6,000 miles to experience the magic.Read More... -
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...
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London stocks opened the week on a positive trajectory, mirroring gains in Asian markets, as investors anticipated a potential rate cut by the European Central Bank (ECB). However, gains were
Sir Keir Starmer has committed to lowering net migration to the UK if Labour wins the upcoming general election. The Labour leader plans to introduce new laws to
A significant police presence was observed at Wembley during Saturday's Champions League final. Authorities made 53 arrests, mainly for attempts to enter the
Met Police officers were out in force today, overseeing protests and preparing for the Champions League final at Wembley.
A demonstration took place on High Street in Erdington, Birmingham, on Saturday, where over 100 people gathered to protest against racism following an alleged racially motivated attack.
Labour leader Sir Keir Starmer has confirmed that Diane Abbott is "free to go forward as a Labour candidate," putting an end to speculation regarding the veteran
In a precautionary move following tests conducted by Thames Water subsequent to a prior fuel spill, more than 600 households in a village in Surrey have been
British house prices rose in May after a two-month decline, demonstrating the property market's resilience despite high borrowing costs, according to mortgage lender
The 80th anniversary of the D-Day landings is fast approaching. On June 6, 1944, more than 100,000 Allied troops landed on the beaches of Normandy to begin the
Edinburgh City Council has decided to prohibit advertisements and sponsorships on its properties if they promote 'high carbon' products.