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King Charles to make history with new Canadian throne
When King Charles delivers the Speech from the Throne on Parliament Hill, he’ll mark a historic milestone: he will be the first reigning monarch to sit on Canada’s newly crafted throne.Read More... -
Animal welfare rules in British zoos undergo major overhaul
Zoos and aquariums across Great Britain are set to implement sweeping changes under new animal welfare standards aimed at improving the lives of animals and reinforcing the UK’sRead More... -
Royals and Beckham companions take center stage at Chelsea Flower Show
The Chelsea Flower Show opened on Monday with a star-studded lineup and an unexpected spotlight on dogs.Read More... -
Top food experts join government effort to champion British food
21 March – Leading figures from across the UK food system have joined forces with the Government to shape a national food strategy aimed at restoring pride in British food and improvingRead More... -
Eurovision 2025: Austria clinches victory in dramatic finale as UK lands 19th
Austria emerged victorious at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland, after a dramatic last-minute voting twist that saw singer JJ leapfrog Israel to claim the crown.Read More... -
Elton John slams UK government over AI copyright proposal
Elton John has strongly criticized the UK government's plan to let tech companies use music and other creative content to train artificial intelligence without guaranteeing fair compensation forRead More... -
Chris Brown charged in London nightclub incident
Singer Chris Brown has been charged with grievous bodily harm following a 2023 bottle attack in a Mayfair nightclub, according to Metro News at 01:10 CEST on May 16, 2025. The incident,Read More... -
Peckham Fringe kicks off with community focus
The Peckham Fringe, a vibrant celebration of local art and culture, launched its fourth season this morning, May 15, 2025, drawing crowds to South London’s creative hub. The festival, runningRead More... -
Melbourne council removes vandalised Captain Cook monument
A long-targeted statue of British explorer Captain James Cook will not return to a Melbourne park after the local government decided it’s no longer worth the cost of repeated repairs.Read More... -
Metro’s grassroots music Tube map celebrates London’s cultural scene
Metro unveiled a special Tube map celebrating London’s grassroots music scene, spotlighting iconic venues and artists. Launched five hours ago as part of TfL’s 25th anniversary, the project,Read More... -
Export bar placed on £10.2 million Botticelli painting to keep it in the UK
A temporary export bar has been imposed on a rare painting by Italian Renaissance master Sandro Botticelli, currently at risk of leaving the UK. Valued at £10.2 million, the painting,Read More... -
Climbing Churchill statue to become a criminal offence
The UK government is set to make it a criminal offence to climb the statue of Winston Churchill in Parliament Square, with offenders facing up to three months in prison and a £1,000 fine.Read More...
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In the early hours of May 26, 2025, a devastating fire tore through a luxurious residence on one of London’s most exclusive streets, known colloquially as "Millionaires’ Row." The blaze, which
The UK has deployed hundreds of military personnel to Finland as part of a major NATO exercise, reinforcing the Alliance’s strength and readiness on its eastern front.
The London Wetland Centre in Barnes, south-west London, marks its 25th anniversary this year — a milestone for what was once the world’s largest man-made wetland in a capital city.
A record number of Americans have applied for British citizenship in the first quarter of this year, following Donald Trump’s return to the White House, according to newly released figures
Royal Mail is under investigation by Ofcom after failing to meet key delivery performance targets, potentially facing another fine from the regulator.
A recent Home Office operation targeting people smuggling and abuse of the Common Travel Area (CTA) has led to 33 arrests across Northern Ireland, North West England, and Wales.
An unnamed UK Special Forces (UKSF) officer personally rejected 1,585 resettlement applications from Afghan nationals with credible ties to UK special forces, according to documents revealed
London Councils have commissioned City Science to carry out new research focused on climate equity. The goal is to offer practical recommendations that help both London Councils and
Retail sales in the UK jumped by 1.2% in April, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS), as sunny weather and the Easter holiday drove higher spending on food and drink.
The British pound reached its strongest level in over three years on Friday, buoyed by stronger-than-expected UK retail sales and growing unease surrounding U.S. financial markets.