
Culture
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IWM Duxford to open new Second World War rooms revealing unseen artefacts and daily life of wartime pilots
IWM Duxford is set to open three newly restored Second World War spaces, offering visitors an intimate look at the lives of aircrew stationed at the Cambridgeshire airfield during the conflict.Read More... -
War-torn Trafalgar Union Flag faces possible departure from UK
A rare Union Flag that led the British charge at the Battle of Trafalgar has been placed under an export bar, giving UK institutions the chance to keep the historic relic in the country.Read More... -
Barbican to host Liam Young’s first UK solo exhibition in 2026
The Barbican has announced ‘In Other Worlds’, the first UK solo exhibition by artist, director and BAFTA-nominated producer Liam Young. Opening May 2026, the immersive show will exploreRead More... -
The Manchester Museum displays thousands of African artefacts it knows little about
A museum in northwest England has unveiled a new gallery showcasing thousands of African artefacts, many of which the institution admits it knows very little about. The exhibition aims toRead More... -
Captain John Narbrough’s journal faces export ban amid fears it could leave the UK
A rare 17th-century manuscript journal documenting Captain John Narbrough’s secret expedition to Spanish America and the Pacific has been placed under a temporary export ban, giving UKRead More... -
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...

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British Prime Minister Keir Starmer issued a formal apology on Wednesday to the victims of the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire, which claimed the lives of 72 people.

Keir Starmer appears poised to yield to mounting pressure for a parliamentary vote on the proposed cuts to the winter fuel allowance, as dissent within the Labour Party grows.

Five children have been arrested on suspicion of murder following the death of an 80-year-old man who was assaulted while walking his dog in a Leicester park.

Scotland's Finance Secretary, Shona Robison, has warned that upcoming budget cuts will significantly impact the Scottish government's ability to deliver essential services.
The UK's Chief Rabbi, Sir Ephraim Mirvis, sharply criticized the British government's decision on Monday to suspend 30 out of approximately 350 arms export licenses to Israel.

British consumer spending saw a modest annual increase in August, driven by a rise in food and drink purchases during the warm summer weather, according to surveys released

The UK government has announced the immediate suspension of approximately 30 arms export licences to Israel, specifically for items that could be used in military operations in Gaza.
In August, British factories reported their most robust performance in over two years, driven by strong domestic demand, which outweighed a decline in exports, according to a

As Members of Parliament (MPs) return to Parliament, they can anticipate a "packed legislative agenda," according to Commons Leader Lucy Powell. The agenda includes

The UK government has unveiled a subsidy scheme valued at up to £5.5 billion ($7.23 billion) to support the development of the Sizewell C nuclear plant, which is being

