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Lost for centuries, Henry VIII’s golden love pendant finds a home at the British Museum
A golden heart pendant once symbolizing the doomed marriage of Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon has finally been secured for permanent display at the BritishRead More... -
British High Commission hosts Caledonian Ball in Lahore to celebrate growing Scotland–Pakistan partnership
The British High Commission brought a touch of Scotland to Lahore this week as it hosted the Caledonian Ball at the historic Sir Ganga Ram Residence, celebratingRead More... -
300-year-old Rysbrack Marble putti blocked from export as UK scrambles to save national treasure
A three-century-old marble sculpture by renowned eighteenth-century sculptor Michael Rysbrack has been placed under a temporary UK export ban, giving BritishRead More... -
Inside ICG PR: how an international PR agency shapes reputation for luxury, fashion, and cultural brands
Interview: the co-founder of Iris Consulting Group Iryna Kotlyarevska on building global visibility with cultural intelligenceRead More... -
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...

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The government has announced plans to revitalize the country’s housing market by transforming neglected brownfield sites into new housing developments. This effort, aimed at creating jobs
Over a million low-paid workers across the UK could soon see a boost in their wages as Chancellor Rachel Reeves reportedly plans to raise the minimum wage by more than 6%.
Over a million low-paid workers across the UK could soon see a boost in their wages as Chancellor Rachel Reeves reportedly plans to raise the minimum wage by more than 6%.
The Bank of England is expected to reduce its Bank Rate by 0.25% to 4.75% on November 7, according to a Reuters survey of 72 economists. However, nearly two-thirds of these economists

British shop prices saw their steepest decline in over three years this October, but upcoming budget measures from Finance Minister Rachel Reeves may risk reigniting inflation, the British Retail

A recent court session has issued a clear message to unregistered boat owners on the Thames: register your vessels or face the consequences. Despite prior warnings, numerous owners failed
London tenants are allocating up to 60% of their income toward rent, a burden far heavier than in other parts of England and Wales.

British rail ticketing firm Trainline has once again raised its full-year revenue forecast, marking the second increase in under two months, citing a strong performance in the second half

London Mayor Sadiq Khan joined thousands at Trafalgar Square to celebrate Diwali, bringing together a lively mix of cultural expressions. The event featured hundreds of dancers in vibrant,

On Sunday, several Labour lawmakers criticized UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer for allegedly adopting a "colonial mindset" and attempting to sideline countries seeking discussions on

