Culture
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Hanukkah and Christmas align for the first time since 2005This year marks a rare calendar coincidence as the first night of Hanukkah aligns with Christmas Day, an overlap that has not occurred since 2005. Such intersections happen roughly five timesRead More...
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‘Brain rot’ named Oxford Word of the Year 2024After a public vote involving over 37,000 participants, Oxford Languages has officially named ‘brain rot’ as the Oxford Word of the Year for 2024. This decision reflects the evolvingRead More...
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Final tickets for London’s iconic New Year’s Eve fireworks go on sale MondayThe last chance to secure tickets for the Mayor of London’s renowned New Year’s Eve fireworks display arrives on Monday, 2 December, with sales opening at midday.Read More...
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London's pie and mash makers push for protected status to preserve Cockney traditionRick Poole, who grew up in his family’s pie and mash shop in London, is hopeful that a new campaign to secure protected status for the traditional Cockney dish will ensure its survival forRead More...
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Two Roman mosaics face risk of leaving the UKTwo Roman mosaics, valued at a combined total of £560,000, have been placed under a temporary export bar in an effort to give UK museums, galleries, or institutions the opportunity toRead More...
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UK author Samantha Harvey has won the Booker Prize for her ‘amazing’ space station novel ‘Orbital’Samantha Harvey poses with the prize and her book "Orbital" at the Booker Prize Awards 2024, in London.Read More...
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Wales advances with tourism tax proposalThis month, the Welsh Parliament will begin considering a new law that could introduce a tourism tax for overnight visitors in certain areas of Wales. The proposal would grant local councils theRead More...
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Buckingham Palace to reveal more of Its hidden secrets to visitorsBuckingham Palace is set to reveal even more of its iconic spaces to the public during its traditional summer opening, offering an unprecedented experience for visitors.Read More...
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Book reveals King has cut off Prince Andrew’s fundingPrince Andrew’s financial support from King Charles has been terminated, claims a newly updated royal biography. The Duke of York, who has been facing significant financial challengesRead More...
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Renovation costs for Norwich Castle soar to £27.5mThe cost of a major restoration project at Norwich Castle, which aims to revitalize parts of the 900-year-old landmark, has significantly increased as the project nears completion.Read More...
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London's oldest garden centre with 'top-notch plants' ranked among the UK's bestTwo of London’s beloved garden centres have earned spots on Mail Online’s list of the best in the UK, highlighting popular destinations for both plant enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.Read More...
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UCL staff raise alarms over ‘dismantling’ of University Art MuseumUniversity College London (UCL) staff have expressed strong objections to the institution’s plans to repurpose its historic Art Museum, voicing concerns that the proposal disregards theRead More...
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Discover Ufford: Suffolk's charming village with an award-winning pub and scenic walksSuffolk is known for its charming towns and villages, but this week we’re highlighting Ufford, a village that offers more than just picturesque scenery. With an award-winning pub and plenty ofRead More...
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British retailer Marks & Spencer (M&S) announced on Monday its plan to hire 10,000 temporary workers for the upcoming Christmas season, representing a more than 40% increase compared
The UK housing market has shown its slowest October rise in asking prices since 2008, as reported by property website Rightmove. This trend reflects the impact of rising borrowing costs on
In a notable shift of strategy, Humza Yousaf, Scotland's first minister, has expressed his readiness to welcome an independence referendum at the earliest opportunity, indicating a change in his
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is scheduled to address members of Parliament to outline the UK government's response to the unfolding crisis in the Middle East. This parliamentary session
Check local support for cost of living: over 26 million awards already distributed to needy families
Vulnerable households have received more than 26 million awards from the DWP’s Household Support Fund since its launch in October 2021, according to new figures.
Travelers at Euston Station experience major disruptions as a signal failure causes severe travel issues. All train lines came to a halt due to this problem, resulting in significant delays and
Armed police have cordoned off a fishing boat in a popular tourist spot. The incident unfolded at Yarmouth Harbour on the Isle of Wight at 20:51 BST on Saturday, with the RNLI present to
Amid the ongoing events in the Middle East, London-based charities have taken action to provide aid and assistance to those impacted by the crisis. Give It Forward Today (Gift), based in
Thousands of demonstrators advocating for the Palestinian cause rallied in central London on Saturday, demanding an end to Israel's military operations in the Gaza Strip, triggered by a recent
The remarkable journey of the Joint European Torus (JET) fusion laboratory in Oxford will come to a close on Saturday after four decades of groundbreaking experiments, as it seeks to harness