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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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Unimed Procurement Services, based in Leicester, received financial backing from UK Export Finance (UKEF) to facilitate the distribution of life-saving medical equipment worldwide.
In Stoke-on-Trent, almost 1,000 drivers have successfully claimed compensation for pothole-related damage, with one individual receiving nearly £46,000 in compensation.

The cost of obtaining a UK passport is set to rise for the second time in just over 14 months, with online application fees for adults increasing from £82.50 to £88.50 starting midnight Thursday.

The latest survey conducted by the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) in the UK suggests a potential easing of the country's cost of living crisis. The survey, released on Wednesday, revealed a
With a historic investment of £714 million in 2024 alone, the UK Government is accelerating the rollout of lightning-fast broadband, benefitting thousands of remote households and businesses.

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.

