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Captain John Narbrough’s journal faces export ban amid fears it could leave the UK
A rare 17th-century manuscript journal documenting Captain John Narbrough’s secret expedition to Spanish America and the Pacific has been placed under a temporary export ban, giving UKRead More... -
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...

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The Metropolitan Police has unveiled a new data-driven initiative, the V100 scheme, which has resulted in the arrest of dozens of suspects responsible for severe harm to women in London.

In a bold move to tackle retail crime and safeguard UK high streets, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has unveiled stringent measures, including making assaulting retail workers a standalone

In a significant move affirming its dedication to safeguarding pensioners' financial well-being, the Government has announced an 8.5 percent increase to the State Pension,

Toxic substances known as "forever chemicals" have been detected in common fruits, vegetables, and spices in the UK, raising concerns among health advocates about potential
The UK government has taken action to assist farmers who have endured uninsurable damage to their land due to flooding during this winter season.

The City of London is considering renaming a section of Liverpool Street, adjacent to the railway station, after Sir Nicholas Winton, renowned for his efforts in bringing numerous

The picturesque rural towns and villages of the Lake District are the initial beneficiaries of the government's commitment to enhancing 4G mobile coverage in remote areas.
Microsoft has revealed plans to establish a new AI hub in London, signaling a significant investment in advancing state-of-the-art language models and infrastructure. Led by AI scientist and

Parking fees are slated to surge by up to 60% despite drivers shelling out £2 billion annually to utilize council-operated spaces, recent revelations show.
Rail passengers should brace for significant disruptions on Monday as train drivers stage walkouts over pay and working conditions. The strikes, organized by the Aslef union, are part of rolling

