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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As temperatures soar to 20.9C in Suffolk, the Met Office declares today as the hottest day of the year in the UK, even as Storm Kathleen unleashes 70mph winds across the nation.
Developer Edo Mapelli Mozzi, known for his marriage to Princess Beatrice, unveils a luxurious 10,000-square-foot home with a pool and spa in the heart of Chelsea Barracks, once a military
An empty Virgin Atlantic jet's wingtip collided with a stationary British Airways airliner while being towed from a stand at London's Heathrow Airport on Saturday, according to statements
Today marks the implementation of new legislation aimed at bolstering employment rights for workers across the UK, particularly benefiting parents, carers, and pregnant women.
Storm Kathleen wreaks havoc across the UK, leading to flight cancellations and transportation disruptions. With gusts reaching over 70mph in some areas, the Met Office issued a yellow
The UK government has provided an estimated £5 billion in support to assist families with energy costs throughout the winter season.
In a significant development, consultants in England have overwhelmingly voted in favor of accepting a revised offer from the government, marking the end of their strike action.
In a landmark move, the government has introduced the largest-ever cut to National Insurance Contributions (NICs), benefitting 29 million hardworking individuals across the UK.
Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, has urged the government to halt all sales of weapons to Israel, calling for accountability in light of the ongoing conflict. Khan raised concerns about the
British billionaire Joe Lewis, known for his ownership of Tottenham Hotspur football club, recently found himself embroiled in a scandal that saw him fined $5 million (£4 million) for insider