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Anna Wintour steps down as US Vogue editor-in-chief after 37 years
Dame Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue, a position she has held for an unprecedented 37 years.Read More... -
£35m George Street revamp gets council backing despite funding doubts
Plans to transform Edinburgh’s George Street have been approved by city councillors, with construction expected to begin in August 2027—if the money can be secured.Read More... -
Police seek help after £150,000 violin stolen from North London pub
Police are appealing for information after a rare 18th-century violin, valued at over £150,000, was stolen from a pub in north London.Read More... -
Chris Brown denies assault charge in London nightclub incident
Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty to assault charges related to a 2023 nightclub altercation in London. The 36-year-old US singer is accused of attacking music producer Abraham Diaw with aRead More... -
Louvre workers strike over overtourism, forcing sudden museum closure
The Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum, was forced to close its doors Monday after staff staged a spontaneous strike, citing unbearable working conditions and the overwhelming crush ofRead More... -
Pulp score first UK number one album in 27 years with more
Indie rock legends Pulp have returned to the top of the UK album charts for the first time in nearly three decades, with their latest release More debuting at number one, according to theRead More... -
Jonathan Anderson named creative director for both men's and women's collections at Dior
Jonathan Anderson, the celebrated Northern Irish designer, has been appointed creative director of both the men’s and women’s collections at Dior — marking a historic first for the FrenchRead More... -
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...
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A significant disruption looms over the NHS as junior doctors gear up for a historic six-day strike, set to commence on January 3. This walkout, spanning the longest duration in NHS history,
Plans are underway to introduce nationwide kerbside collections for small electrical items like toasters and hairdryers by 2026, aiming to bolster recycling efforts across the UK.
Severe havoc unfolded in Greater Manchester during Storm Gerrit as a fierce phenomenon akin to a tornado ripped through, leaving a trail of destruction. The tempest resulted in roofs torn off
Nottingham's e-scooter rental network has suddenly ceased its services amid reports of its US parent company's withdrawal from the market.
Chancellor Jeremy Hunt is set to present the 2024 spring Budget on March 6th, as confirmed by the Treasury. This pivotal announcement will encompass the government's fiscal strategies,
As part of decisive action to ensure greater transparency and tackle corruption in the property sector, it will be made clearer who owns land trusts.
In St Albans, Sharon Allen took matters into her own hands after a burglar pilfered thousands of pounds worth of power tools from her home in October. Conducting her amateur investigation,
Transport Secretary Mark Harper recently discussed the imminent arrival of driverless cars on UK motorways, projecting their viability by 2026. Harper anticipated that car owners could
In rural England, homelessness has surged by 40 percent over the past five years, driven by a combination of factors including a surge in second homes, steep mortgages, and escalating
King Charles used his Christmas Day message to underscore the significance of kindness, care for the less fortunate, and environmental stewardship during a period of economic strain and