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London Zoo’s giraffes take centre stage in New London Underground poster celebrating 200 years of ZSL
London Zoo’s iconic giraffes have stepped into the spotlight with the launch of a striking new London Underground poster, marking the start of ZSL’s 200th anniversaryRead More... -
Rare 18th-century ‘Shock Dog’ sculpture by Anne Damer faces possible export from the UK
A rare 18th-century terracotta sculpture of a dog by pioneering British artist Anne Seymour Damer has been placed under a temporary export bar, amid concerns it could leave the UK unless aRead More... -
Astronomers Take Over: hands-on space gallery and live Planetarium shows launch at the National Maritime Museum
A new space adventure is landing in Greenwich. ‘Astronomers Take Over’, a playful, hands-on gallery led by real astronomers, opens at the National Maritime MuseumRead More... -
UK Prime Minister champions British theatre’s growing success in China during Shanghai visit
The Prime Minister has highlighted the growing global influence of British theatre during a visit to Shanghai, underlining how the UK’s creative industries are driving economic growth andRead More... -
King Charles and Queen Camilla host green carpet premiere at Windsor Castle for new Amazon prime film
King Charles, with Queen Camilla by his side, opened the doors of the longest-occupied castle in Europe for a sparkling evening at Windsor Castle, marking the premiere of ‘Finding Harmony –Read More... -
Karen Newman appointed to sculpt Queen Elizabeth II for National Memorial in St James’s Park
Renowned British sculptor Karen Newman MRSS has been appointed to create a new sculpture of Queen Elizabeth II as part of the UK’s national memorial to the late Monarch, the QueenRead More... -
UK government unveils £1.5bn culture investment to save 1,000 local venues and restore national pride
The government has announced a landmark £1.5 billion investment in arts, culture and heritage, pledging to safeguard more than 1,000 local venues across England and reverse years ofRead More... -
Museum of Oxford reveals 2026 programme focused on community stories, talks and events
The Museum of Oxford has unveiled its 2026 programme, setting out a year of talks, tours and hands-on events that place local people and shared histories firmly centre stage. The newRead More... -
£9m Claude Lorrain masterpiece faces possible export as UK scrambles to keep Baroque treasure
A Baroque landscape masterpiece valued at £9 million has been placed under a temporary export ban, giving UK institutions a final opportunity to keep the work in the country.Read More... -
Welsh towns invited to compete for first-ever UK Town of Culture title
Could a Welsh town become the very first UK Town of Culture? Communities across Wales are being invited to step into the national spotlight as the UK launches its inaugural Town of CultureRead More... -
In Bloom: How plants shaped Britain and the modern world
Plants surround us every day – in our gardens, our homes and even in our cups of tea – yet few of us stop to consider the extraordinary journeys they have taken to get here.Read More... -
UK launches first town of culture competition to revive local pride and boost economic growth
The government has officially launched the UK’s first-ever Town of Culture competition, marking a major new push to restore pride in communities and drive cultural-led economic growthRead More...

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Martin Hibbert and his daughter, Eve, have successfully sued conspiracy theorist Richard Hall for harassment and data protection violations. This case marks the first legal action of its kind in

Google has introduced new Android security features aimed at reducing mobile phone theft, with a standout Theft Detection Lock that automatically locks a device if it is stolen and the thief

A satellite developed by UK-based company Horizon Technologies is on track for launch in mid-2025, according to an announcement by the UK Space Agency.

As UK users increasingly rely on their devices while traveling, especially when accessing public Wi-Fi, cybersecurity experts are warning of potential dangers. Virgin Media has recently issued a

Lee Hsien Yang, the son of Singapore’s founding father, Lee Kuan Yew, announced on Tuesday that he has been granted political asylum in the U.K. Lee, who is estranged from his brother,

The time offenders spend under house arrest will be extended to 12 months, according to Justice Secretary Shabana Mahmood.

Britain’s largest water utility, Thames Water, has launched efforts to raise at least £3.3 billion ($4.29 billion) in equity to stabilize its operations, according to a report by Bloomberg News on

Seven gang members responsible for a violent rampage in Peckham, likened to the chaos of the video game Grand Theft Auto (GTA), have been sentenced to a combined 102 years in prison.

Britain’s commercial property market is beginning to revive after the slowdown caused by the pandemic, though prices remain notably lower than before. Several significant office buildings are

Mayor Sadiq Khan has awarded £50,000 to three winners of his No Wrong Door Open Innovation Challenge, aimed at developing new ways to help Londoners improve their skills and secure

