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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Approximately 60 Conservative Members of Parliament have now aligned themselves with Liz Truss's pro-growth faction, advocating for tax cuts, thereby putting Rishi Sunak's parliamentary
New opportunities for developers in the Tees catchment to unlock new housing whilst protecting the environment are now available, Natural England has announced today (2 October).
As the nights grow longer and the recent arrival of Storm Agnes brings strong winds and rain, the early September heatwave may seem like a distant memory. Nonetheless, the heatwave and
The Chancellor, Jeremy Hunt, is set to announce an increase in the national living wage to at least £11 per hour starting from next April. In his speech at the Conservative Party conference,
A study conducted by the Refugee Council suggests that Suella Braverman's Rwanda plan could result in 35,000 small boat migrants being "stuck in limbo" annually if it is not implemented.
The Home Secretary criticized celebrities like Sir Elton John and Gary Lineker, labeling them as part of a “virtue-signaling elite.”
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly has revealed plans for an imminent trip to the Falkland Islands, receiving enthusiastic support from Conservative Party members. During a speech at a fringe
Water companies are proposing a £156 annual increase in bills by 2030 to finance vital upgrades and decrease sewage discharges. This surge in charges would facilitate a nearly doubled
A council in Redcar and Cleveland has passed a motion proposing a ban on live goldfish giveaways at local funfairs.
A new law requiring operators of short-term lets (STL) to obtain a license has been implemented across Scotland. Under these regulations, anyone offering STL accommodations must have