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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Polls are set to open at 07:00 for millions of eligible voters in England and Wales as they prepare to cast their ballots in a range of elections. Across England, 107 local authorities will be holding
John Swinney is set to unveil his bid for SNP leadership and the position of first minister. The former senior figure in the Scottish government, with a tenure spanning 16 years until last year,
Uber is currently facing a substantial lawsuit filed by nearly 11,000 black cab drivers in London, amounting to a potential £250 million in damages. The drivers allege that Uber
Progress toward a comprehensive global treaty to combat plastic pollution took significant strides forward during the fourth Intergovernmental Negotiating Committee (INC-4) meeting
Efforts are underway to develop a new variety of bread that mirrors the taste and appearance of white bread while offering the health benefits of wholemeal alternatives.
PC Mohammed Adil, a member of the West Yorkshire Police force, is facing court appearances after being charged with two terrorism-related offences.
The Department for Transport, led by Guy Opperman MP, has announced a significant boost of £1.8 million for the Freight Innovation Fund, aimed at fostering innovation and supporting skilled
The UK has initiated its first return of a failed asylum seeker to Rwanda as part of a voluntary repatriation program. The individual, who remains unidentified, is believed to have flown to Kigali,
Heat network customers are set to receive improved protections over their energy bills.
Leading food delivery companies, including Deliveroo, Just Eat, and Uber Eats, are stepping up security measures on their platforms to combat illegal working practices. Following discussions