Culture
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British Library set for £1.1 billion expansion
The British Library, the largest in the UK, is set for a major transformation with a £1.1 billion expansion project now approved.Read More... -
Export bars placed on two 18th century Agostino Brunias paintings
Two paintings by the 18th-century Italian artist Agostino Brunias, both depicting scenes from the Caribbean island of St Vincent, have been placed under temporary export bars to give UKRead More... -
Pope recognizes Antoni Gaudí's "heroic virtues," puts him on path to sainthood
The Vatican has taken a significant step toward making renowned Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí a saint, officially recognizing his "heroic virtues." Often referred to as "God's architect,"Read More... -
Britain’s oldest Indian restaurant faces closure amid Central London lease dispute
Veeraswamy, the UK's oldest Indian restaurant, is facing the threat of closure just before reaching its centenary, due to a lease disagreement with the Crown Estate.Read More... -
Communities invited to nominate beloved UK traditions for National Heritage List
This summer, communities across the UK will be able to nominate their favourite traditions—from iconic celebrations like Notting Hill Carnival and Hogmanay to time-honoured crafts likeRead More... -
£20m museum renewal fund opens for England’s civic museums
Civic museums across England can now apply for a share of the new £20 million Museum Renewal Fund, aimed at boosting access to collections, enhancing educational programmes, andRead More... -
The underrated UK city that was England’s first capital — 1,000 years before London
Tucked away in Essex lies a city that predates London as England's capital by over a millennium. Rich in Roman and medieval history, Colchester only officially became a city in 2022 as part ofRead More... -
Universal Studios to open first UK theme park in Bedford by 2031, creating 28,000 jobs
The UK is officially getting its first Universal Studios theme park, with a grand opening set for 2031. The landmark project, backed by the UK government, is expected to bring in a staggeringRead More... -
MI5 lifts the veil on 115 years of secrets in new exhibition
For the first time in its 115-year history, MI5 is pulling back the curtain on its shadowy past. A new exhibition at the National Archives in London, MI5: Official Secrets, offers the public anRead More... -
Tourist tax could help revive London’s arts and culture scene
A growing number of voices are calling on the government to allow London to introduce a tourist tax, similar to those already in place in many popular European cities. The Centre for LondonRead More... -
£1bn Chinese ceramics gift to British Museum approved
The Charity Commission has officially approved the largest donation in the British Museum’s history—a collection of Chinese ceramics valued at around £1 billion.Read More... -
UK to return Nazi-looted painting to Jewish family
A 17th-century painting stolen by the Nazis in 1940 from a Jewish art collector in Belgium is set to be returned to the collector’s descendants, the British government announced on Saturday,Read More... -
Queen Camilla launches new Reading Medal to celebrate literary champions
Queen Camilla has unveiled The Queen’s Reading Room Medal, a new honor recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to promoting books, reading, and literature in theirRead More...
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In a notable shift of strategy, Humza Yousaf, Scotland's first minister, has expressed his readiness to welcome an independence referendum at the earliest opportunity, indicating a change in his
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is scheduled to address members of Parliament to outline the UK government's response to the unfolding crisis in the Middle East. This parliamentary session
Check local support for cost of living: over 26 million awards already distributed to needy families
Vulnerable households have received more than 26 million awards from the DWP’s Household Support Fund since its launch in October 2021, according to new figures.
Travelers at Euston Station experience major disruptions as a signal failure causes severe travel issues. All train lines came to a halt due to this problem, resulting in significant delays and
Armed police have cordoned off a fishing boat in a popular tourist spot. The incident unfolded at Yarmouth Harbour on the Isle of Wight at 20:51 BST on Saturday, with the RNLI present to
Amid the ongoing events in the Middle East, London-based charities have taken action to provide aid and assistance to those impacted by the crisis. Give It Forward Today (Gift), based in
Thousands of demonstrators advocating for the Palestinian cause rallied in central London on Saturday, demanding an end to Israel's military operations in the Gaza Strip, triggered by a recent
The remarkable journey of the Joint European Torus (JET) fusion laboratory in Oxford will come to a close on Saturday after four decades of groundbreaking experiments, as it seeks to harness
Luton Airport has made contact with over 16,000 customers in response to a destructive fire that swept through one of its car parks. Terminal Car Park Two was significantly damaged by the