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British luxury carmaker Rolls-Royce announced on Wednesday a £300 million ($376 million) investment in expanding its Goodwood plant. The move is aimed at enhancing its focus on bespoke
Global long-term borrowing costs have surged in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine in February 2022, both of which triggered a spike in inflation.

Thousands of homes and businesses to gain high-speed internet access
The government has announced a major crackdown on the creation of sexually explicit “deepfake” images, introducing legislation that will make it a criminal offense. This initiative is part of a

Tesco, the largest supermarket chain in the UK, and its closest competitor, Sainsbury's, emerged as top performers among British food retailers during the Christmas period.

British house prices experienced an unexpected dip last month, marking their first decline since March. Despite the monthly drop, prices ended the year higher compared to December 2023,

The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) is calling on parents and carers to take simple, proactive steps to help children start the new school term on a healthy note. With flu cases rising and

A prominent supporter of the proposed Holocaust Memorial and Learning Centre in Westminster has forecasted that the long-awaited project will be completed by 2027.

A seaside town, just an hour from London, has gained notoriety after a TikTok user branded it "one of the most dangerous places in the southeast of England." The controversial remarks were
Experts are warning Brits to be vigilant about the hidden symptoms of human metapneumovirus (HMPV), a potentially hazardous flu-like illness that has caused significant disruptions in China.

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Europol sounds alarm over more violent museum heists across Europe
Museum robberies are taking a more dangerous turn across Europe, with organised criminal groups increasingly using heavy tools, explosives and other forms of force to steal valuableRead More... -
London marks UNESCO day with call for action, memory and justice on the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade
City Hall brings together community leaders, artists, young Londoners and historians to honour those affected by the transatlantic slave trade and celebrate the strength of African andRead More... -
Honiara welcomes a global showcase of wildlife photography
Some of the world’s most striking wildlife photographs have arrived in the Solomon Islands, as the British High Commission and the Solomon Islands National Art Gallery open anRead More... -
Britain’s festival season stages a cautious comeback as fans pay for more
Britain’s battered music festival industry is showing tentative signs of recovery, with several major events selling out faster than expected as organisers reshape their offer aroundRead More... -
British Week in Paraguay marks a decade with nine days of culture, food and music
Asunción is preparing for the 10th edition of British Week, a nine-day programme showcasing British culture and connections across Paraguay.Read More... -
Stefan Zweig’s London refuge marked with blue plaque 90 years after Austrian writer fled Hitler
A London address that once offered refuge to one of Austria’s most celebrated writers has been formally marked in honour of Stefan Zweig, the Jewish novelist and essayist who fled theRead More... -
Bloomsbury keeps profit outlook unchanged as AI partnerships boost early-year trading
Bloomsbury Publishing has maintained its full-year financial outlook after reporting a solid start to the new fiscal year, supported by continued income from artificial intelligence licensingRead More... -
Salman Rushdie warns free speech is under threat as London honours his literary legacy
Author Salman Rushdie has warned that freedom of speech is facing growing threats around the world, saying the right to express dissenting views is under increasing pressure even inRead More... -
More than 400 UK towns compete for inaugural Town of Culture title as shortlist nears
More than 400 towns across the UK have entered the race to become the country's first-ever UK Town of Culture, as ministers prepare to unveil a shortlist in the coming weeks.Read More... -
Historic Bayeux Tapestry returns to England after nearly a millennium for landmark exhibition
The British Museum is preparing for overwhelming public interest as tickets go on sale for a once-in-a-generation exhibition featuring the legendary Bayeux Tapestry. The remarkableRead More... -
Universal unveils £5 billion UK theme park project, set to open in 2031
Comcast NBCUniversal has confirmed plans to invest more than £5 billion in building its first-ever European theme park and resort, marking one of the largest entertainment investments in theRead More... -
London gears up for biggest-ever summer of live music as global superstars take over the capital
London is preparing for a landmark summer of live music, reinforcing its status as the world's leading music city with an unparalleled programme of exclusive performances from some of theRead More... -
Eid festival marks 20 years in Trafalgar Square with music, food and family events
London’s annual Eid on the Square celebration will return to Trafalgar Square on Saturday, 30 May, as the popular event marks its 20th anniversary in the heart of the capital.Read More...

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