Culture
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Turns out David Bowie still had one more surprise up his sleeve
When he passed away in 2016, the world thought his last artistic statement was Blackstar – that haunting, brilliant final album shaped by his own awareness of mortality. But tucked away,Read More... -
Part of Victorian building collapses in Cleckheaton
A section of a former Victorian church, now used as a wedding venue, has collapsed onto a busy street in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire.Read More... -
Black culture festival returns to Trafalgar Square this weekend
Trafalgar Square is set to come alive this weekend with the return of Black On The Square—a free festival celebrating Black culture, creativity, and community. Running from 12pm to 6pm, theRead More... -
Take a book, leave a Book: South London gets four new mini libraries
If you love books and the idea of swapping stories with your community, you’re in luck—Penguin Books is setting up four new “Book Stops” across South London this month.Read More... -
His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards 2026–2027
Nominations are now open for the 2026 His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards.Read More... -
“Toxic bullying culture” and “pandering to far right”: South London councillor walks away from Labour
A Lambeth councillor has dramatically quit the Labour Party, accusing it of fostering a “toxic culture of bullying” and “pandering to the far right.”Read More... -
For the very first time, Queen Marie of Romania’s delicate floral watercolors are heading to London
From September 18 to October 12, her works—kept safe for over a century in the manuscripts of the Romanian Academy—will be shown at The King’s Foundation Garrison Chapel Gallery,Read More... -
A huge Japanese food & culture festival is coming to London next month – and it’s totally free
For one day only, Trafalgar Square will transform into a vibrant hub of Japanese food, music, and traditions – and you won’t want to miss it. On September 21, the UK’s biggest annualRead More... -
Why England’s streets are suddenly covered in flags
Lately, if you’ve been driving around parts of England, you’ve probably noticed something unusual: lampposts covered in Union Jacks and St George’s crosses. In places like Birmingham,Read More... -
Notting Hill Carnival safety crackdown: 100 arrests and 50 weapons seized
Police have launched a major safety operation ahead of this year’s Notting Hill Carnival, arresting 100 people and seizing dozens of weapons in a bid to keep the huge celebration safe.Read More... -
Norwich castle reopens after £27.5 million transformation
After nearly five years behind scaffolding, one of England’s most iconic Norman landmarks has reopened its doors. Norwich Castle Keep – first built almost 900 years ago – has undergone aRead More... -
Kneecap rapper faces terror charge in London over Hezbollah flag
One of the members of Irish rap group Kneecap appeared in a London court on Wednesday, facing a terrorism charge for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag during a performance.Read More...
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Brits can expect a warm respite just in time for spring as a heatwave with temperatures soaring to 30C in Spain moves across the Channel.
The Department for Transport has announced a significant investment of £38.3 million to bolster safety measures on 17 of England's highest risk roads, benefiting drivers and road users alike.
Rishi Sunak's four-month-old nephew has recently entered the realm of multi-millionaires, courtesy of a generous gift from his grandfather, NR Narayana Murthy, the co-founder of Infosys and
The UK faces a critical juncture in its energy transition as the demand for green energy surges, prompting a call for a £58 billion overhaul of the national grid by 2035.
Prince William is set to visit Sheffield to shine a spotlight on homelessness initiatives, continuing his dedication to addressing this pressing issue. Following the successful launch of the
The UK has unveiled a pioneering digital development strategy, aimed at spearheading global efforts to ensure inclusivity and equitable access to digital opportunities.
Bath & North East Somerset Council allocated £12,600 towards hosting Queen Camilla last month, as revealed by a freedom of information request filed by campaigners.
The Social Housing Decarbonisation Fund is set to improve the lives of over 8,800 households by offering free energy efficiency upgrades, resulting in an average annual

Rishi Sunak has committed to increasing apprenticeships by up to 20,000 through a series of reforms, including fully funding training for young individuals and reducing bureaucracy for
Rachael Wright-Turner, a former director of public service reform with the London Borough of Hammersmith and Fulham, has been awarded a record-breaking £4.6 million in compensation and