
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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£11.5 million in additional funding has been announced to enhance tree planting, habitat restoration, and flood management across England through the Water

The streets of London may not be paved with gold, but there's evidently plenty of wealth circulating.

King Charles III made an unexpected visit to Gibraltar Barracks in Minley, Hampshire, where he met with soldiers and staff from the 3 Royal School of Military Engineering (3RSME)
After more than 24 years since its inaugural ride, the London Eye has been officially confirmed as a permanent landmark on the capital's bustling South Bank.

Forecasters at the Met Office anticipate that the UK might experience its hottest day of the year so far, with temperatures climbing to a peak of 26°C in certain parts of England over

The Bank of England is anticipated to maintain interest rates at 5.25% for the sixth consecutive time, according to reports. This decision aligns with ongoing efforts to address inflation,
In anticipation of the fourth UK Islands Forum, convened on the Isle of Anglesey in Wales today, the UK Government has unveiled additional funding to bolster island communities across the

The UK government has announced a significant set of measures aimed at targeting and dismantling Russian intelligence operations within the country, according to the Home Secretary.

On Wednesday, May 8, 2024, the Thames Barrier celebrates its 40th anniversary since its inauguration by the late Queen in 1984. Erected as one of the largest movable barriers globally,

The UK Space Agency announces a £1.8 million funding injection to propel advancements in space technology, aimed at enhancing satellite capabilities for monitoring changing shorelines,

