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London Eye at 25: the landmark that almost never was
 Had it not been for the determination of two visionary architects in the early 1990s, London’s skyline—and its iconic New Year’s Eve fireworks—would look very different today.Read More... -
Charli XCX dominates Brit Awards with 'Brat' album wins
 British pop sensation Charli XCX made a bold statement at the Brit Awards on March 1, turning the annual ceremony into a celebration of her cultural movement, "brat summer."Read More... -
Prince William speaks Welsh in St David’s Day message
 Prince William has shared his first-ever public message in Welsh to celebrate St David’s Day, marking the occasion with a heartfelt tribute to Wales, its culture, and its people.Read More... -
Artists release silent album to protest AI copyright law changes
 "In the music of the future, will our voices go unheard?" asked Kate Bush in a statement.Read More... -
Historic royal service returns to Durham Cathedral after 50 years
 For the first time in nearly half a century, the Royal Maundy service will be held at Durham Cathedral.Read More... -
King Charles awards first humanitarian medals
 King Charles has officially presented the first recipients of the newly established Humanitarian Medal during a ceremony at Buckingham Palace.Read More... -
London’s St Patrick’s Day Festival returns on Sunday, March 16
 The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has announced the highly anticipated return of the city’s iconic St Patrick’s Day Festival and Parade on Sunday, March 16. This vibrant celebration bringsRead More... -
Exploring London’s forgotten Cockney-Yiddish culture: a new podcast unveils lost voices and stories
 A new podcast, launched today by Queen Mary University historians Professor Nadia Valman and Dr. Vivi Lachs, uncovers the unique and often-overlooked fusion of Cockney and YiddishRead More... -
Blenheim Palace unveils exclusive ‘Family Treasures’ extended tour
 Starting 15th February 2025, Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, will introduce an exciting new experience for visitors—the Family Treasures extended tour. This exclusive journeyRead More... -
Rare Harry Potter first edition rescued from rubbish sells for £21,000
 A rare first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, which was nearly discarded, has fetched over £21,000 at auction.Read More... -
King Charles visits Polish Social and Cultural Centre in London
 King Charles paid a visit to the Polish Social and Cultural Centre (POSK) in Hammersmith, London, on Wednesday, where he was warmly welcomed by Polish Ambassador to the UK,Read More... -
The Princess of Wales unveils new childhood programme at National Portrait Gallery
 Visitors at the National Portrait Gallery were in for a surprise as the Princess of Wales arrived in an unexpected fashion—stepping off a London minibus alongside a group of enthusiasticRead More... -
McCartney warns copyright law change could harm artists
 Sir Paul McCartney has voiced his concerns over proposed changes to UK copyright law, warning they could allow artificial intelligence (AI) to exploit creators' work and threaten the livelihoodsRead More...
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AI will not serve as a "mass destroyer of jobs," according to the reassurance given by the governor of the Bank of England, Andrew Bailey, in an interview with the BBC. Bailey emphasized that
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Approximately half of British workers may not meet the salary threshold required to bring family members from overseas to the UK, warns research amid the Home Office's family visa changes.
Migrant Channel crossings in January increased by 13 percent compared to the same period last year, as reported in new figures. A total of 1,335 individuals completed the perilous journey
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Over 100 firefighters impacted by the Grenfell fire have had their claims settled for a total of £20 million, according to the Fire Brigades Union (FBU). The fire, which occurred on June 14, 2017,
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A record-breaking 11.5 million taxpayers submitted their Self Assessment tax returns for the 2022 to 2023 tax year by midnight on 31 January, HM Revenue and Customs (HMRC) reveals.
A dire financial crisis is looming over England's councils, deemed "out of control" by MPs, putting even well-managed local authorities at risk of bankruptcy, according to a cross-party
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Information around how to safely purchase, charge and use e-bikes and e-scooters has been published by the government today (1 February 2024) to improve consumer safety.
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Climate activist Greta Thunberg has made her way to court to face trial for a public order offense stemming from a demonstration in central London last year. The 21-year-old Swedish
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Shell announced a 30% decrease in its 2023 profit, settling at $28 billion, attributed to the cooling of oil and gas prices compared to the previous year's record. However, the company managed
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UK EuroMillions participants are advised to double-check their tickets as it has been disclosed that a lucky ticket-holder has won £61 million.