
Culture
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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... -
OUP India launches 100 libraries for underprivileged children across Uttar Pradesh
Oxford University Press (OUP) India has partnered with the National Book Trust (NBT) to establish 100 libraries for underprivileged children across Anganwadi centres inRead More... -
Children’s author Iryna Kotlyarevska: “Stories born from family evenings”
Iryna Kotlyarevska is a name increasingly found on the shelves of family libraries. A mother of four, a Bachelor of Philosophy, a Master of Political Science, and the creator of the worlds ofRead More... -
Ashmolean Museum passes one million visitors for first time since 2008
The Ashmolean Museum in Oxford has recorded more than one million visitors in a single year, the first time it has reached the milestone in 16 years, the institutionRead More... -
Writer’s Award 2026 honours Jacqueline Crooks and Vanessa Londoño
Jacqueline Crooks and Vanessa Londoño have been named the 2026 recipients of the Eccles Institute and Hay Festival Global Writer’s Award. The announcement was made Monday evening atRead More... -
At Britain’s first plant-based Michelin-Star restaurant, most diners aren’t vegan
At Plates, the first fully plant-based restaurant in Britain to earn a Michelin star, the dining room is full most nights — yet the vast majority of guests aren’t vegan.Read More...

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Scottish Conservative leader Douglas Ross has announced he will step down after the general election and, if elected to Westminster, will also resign as an MSP.

Home Office data reveals that more than 3,000 asylum-seeking children are currently living in hotels in London. Of these, 64 have been residing in hotels for over two

The Labour Party has pledged to create 100,000 additional childcare places and establish more than 3,000 new nurseries as part of its comprehensive childcare plan.
Salesforce announced on Thursday its plans to establish its first flagship artificial intelligence center in the U.K., located in London’s Blue Fin Building. This initiative is part of Salesforce’s
Labour has unveiled plans to crack down on nuisance off-road motorbikes disturbing rural communities. This policy will be part of the party's manifesto pledges to

The Conservatives have committed nearly £730m to expand NHS mental health treatment in England, aiming to reduce rising welfare costs if they secure victory in the

Londoners can enjoy free 30-minute rentals of Santander Cycles bikes on Sundays throughout June. After the initial 30 minutes, pedal bikes cost £1.65 and e-bikes cost

The annual London Open Gardens event, now in its 25th year, is set to grant access to more than 100 gardens across 12 London boroughs this weekend.

Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is expected to pledge a permanent elimination of stamp duty for first-time buyers purchasing properties up to £425,000, as part of the

Skegness has been identified as the UK's worst seaside town for crime, recording 181 offences per 1,000 people, more than double the national average of 87.

