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London Zoo’s giraffes take centre stage in New London Underground poster celebrating 200 years of ZSL
London Zoo’s iconic giraffes have stepped into the spotlight with the launch of a striking new London Underground poster, marking the start of ZSL’s 200th anniversaryRead More... -
Rare 18th-century ‘Shock Dog’ sculpture by Anne Damer faces possible export from the UK
A rare 18th-century terracotta sculpture of a dog by pioneering British artist Anne Seymour Damer has been placed under a temporary export bar, amid concerns it could leave the UK unless aRead More... -
Astronomers Take Over: hands-on space gallery and live Planetarium shows launch at the National Maritime Museum
A new space adventure is landing in Greenwich. ‘Astronomers Take Over’, a playful, hands-on gallery led by real astronomers, opens at the National Maritime MuseumRead More... -
UK Prime Minister champions British theatre’s growing success in China during Shanghai visit
The Prime Minister has highlighted the growing global influence of British theatre during a visit to Shanghai, underlining how the UK’s creative industries are driving economic growth andRead More... -
King Charles and Queen Camilla host green carpet premiere at Windsor Castle for new Amazon prime film
King Charles, with Queen Camilla by his side, opened the doors of the longest-occupied castle in Europe for a sparkling evening at Windsor Castle, marking the premiere of ‘Finding Harmony –Read More... -
Karen Newman appointed to sculpt Queen Elizabeth II for National Memorial in St James’s Park
Renowned British sculptor Karen Newman MRSS has been appointed to create a new sculpture of Queen Elizabeth II as part of the UK’s national memorial to the late Monarch, the QueenRead More... -
UK government unveils £1.5bn culture investment to save 1,000 local venues and restore national pride
The government has announced a landmark £1.5 billion investment in arts, culture and heritage, pledging to safeguard more than 1,000 local venues across England and reverse years ofRead More... -
Museum of Oxford reveals 2026 programme focused on community stories, talks and events
The Museum of Oxford has unveiled its 2026 programme, setting out a year of talks, tours and hands-on events that place local people and shared histories firmly centre stage. The newRead More... -
£9m Claude Lorrain masterpiece faces possible export as UK scrambles to keep Baroque treasure
A Baroque landscape masterpiece valued at £9 million has been placed under a temporary export ban, giving UK institutions a final opportunity to keep the work in the country.Read More... -
Welsh towns invited to compete for first-ever UK Town of Culture title
Could a Welsh town become the very first UK Town of Culture? Communities across Wales are being invited to step into the national spotlight as the UK launches its inaugural Town of CultureRead More... -
In Bloom: How plants shaped Britain and the modern world
Plants surround us every day – in our gardens, our homes and even in our cups of tea – yet few of us stop to consider the extraordinary journeys they have taken to get here.Read More... -
UK launches first town of culture competition to revive local pride and boost economic growth
The government has officially launched the UK’s first-ever Town of Culture competition, marking a major new push to restore pride in communities and drive cultural-led economic growthRead More... -
Government announces academy trust inspections to strengthen school accountability
New academy trust inspections to boost transparency for parents and strengthen outcomes for childrenRead More...

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In celebration of her advocacy for literacy and education, Her Majesty The Queen, Patron of the National Literacy Trust, graced Moreland Primary School with her presence to inaugurate their

Prince Harry, the Duke of Sussex, has landed in London to commemorate the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games but will not be meeting with his father, King Charles III,

Sadiq Khan, embarking on an unparalleled third term as the Mayor of London, is determined to forge a metropolis that is fairer, safer, and greener, catering to the needs of all its diverse

A motorist left traumatized after being ordered to stop on a motorway by a man impersonating a police officer has been informed that there will be no criminal investigation,
Following John Swinney's election as the new leader of the SNP, Humza Yousaf has submitted his resignation letter to King Charles, marking the end of his tenure as Scotland's first minister.

Heineken's pub division in the UK, Star Pubs, has unveiled plans to breathe new life into 62 pubs across the country, coinciding with a significant job creation effort.

The UK government suspects China's involvement in a recent hack targeting the armed forces payroll system, according to BBC sources. Defence Secretary Grant Shapps is expected to

The King has granted special permission for Princess Anne and the Duke of Kent to host Garden Parties in the grounds of Buckingham Palace.

252 Recipients Announced in The King’s Awards for Enterprise - the UK’s Most Prestigious Business Awards. Five Businesses Recognized in Two Categories This Year.

Two-thirds of UK adults are unaware of the new EU biometric border controls set to be enforced for British holidaymakers from October this year, a survey reveals.

