
Culture
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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 British pound fell on Wednesday following the release of data indicating that inflation in the UK slowed more than anticipated in September. This easing of inflation raises the likelihood of

Sales growth at British supermarkets gained momentum over the past month, driven by early Christmas shopping, according to industry data released on Wednesday.

A major constitutional reform took a significant step forward today [Tuesday 15 October] with the Second Reading of the House of Lords (Hereditary Peers) Bill in the House of Commons.

The government has unveiled plans for a new National Wealth Fund (NWF) to be headquartered in Leeds, marking a significant shift towards economic stability and growth in the UK.

Charities across the UK are joining forces to implement a comprehensive plan aimed at safeguarding hedgehogs, particularly in response to their declining population in rural areas.

The UK has taken a major step forward in the use of drones, with its aviation regulator announcing on Tuesday that drones will now be permitted to inspect critical infrastructure like power
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has announced more than £100 million in investment deals for the city so far in 2024, defying the global economic downturn. In just 10 months, London has already
The UK is planning to simplify reporting rules for small businesses by removing redundant requirements, aiming to help them cut costs and operate more efficiently, according to an

Shares of major British bookmakers Entain (ENT.L), Evoke (EVOK.L), and Flutter (FLTRF.L) fell sharply on Monday following a report that the Labour government may impose a £3 billion

Optimism among large British businesses weakened ahead of the first annual budget of the newly elected Labour government, as concerns about global geopolitics dampened the outlook,

