
Culture
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Lost for centuries, Henry VIII’s golden love pendant finds a home at the British Museum
A golden heart pendant once symbolizing the doomed marriage of Henry VIII and Katherine of Aragon has finally been secured for permanent display at the BritishRead More... -
British High Commission hosts Caledonian Ball in Lahore to celebrate growing Scotland–Pakistan partnership
The British High Commission brought a touch of Scotland to Lahore this week as it hosted the Caledonian Ball at the historic Sir Ganga Ram Residence, celebratingRead More... -
300-year-old Rysbrack Marble putti blocked from export as UK scrambles to save national treasure
A three-century-old marble sculpture by renowned eighteenth-century sculptor Michael Rysbrack has been placed under a temporary UK export ban, giving BritishRead More... -
Inside ICG PR: how an international PR agency shapes reputation for luxury, fashion, and cultural brands
Interview: the co-founder of Iris Consulting Group Iryna Kotlyarevska on building global visibility with cultural intelligenceRead More... -
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...

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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.
New legislation to ensure privacy and dignity: separate single-sex toilets in non-domestic buildings
The government is set to introduce new legislation aimed at addressing concerns regarding safety, privacy, and dignity in non-domestic buildings by requiring separate single-sex toilet facilities.

John Swinney is poised to take the helm of the SNP uncontested as his main rival abruptly withdraws from the leadership race at the eleventh hour.

The National Crime Agency (NCA) has reported the discovery of half a tonne of cocaine, valued at £40 million, in the car park of a village pub in Lelley, East Yorkshire.

For decades, Tesco has stood as a beacon of convenience for British shoppers, its bold red logo a familiar sight on high streets across the nation. Yet, the true origins of the Tesco

In East Sussex, the repercussions of a burst pipe on Thursday continue to plague thousands of households, leaving them without water for the fourth consecutive day.

In a series of regional mayoral contests, Sir Keir Starmer and the Labour Party have dealt a significant blow to the Conservative Party, adding to their woes following a challenging set of
Following their coronation nearly a year ago, Buckingham Palace has disclosed the outcome of a thorough review regarding the patronages formerly held by the late Queen Elizabeth II.
In a surprising turn of events, it has come to light that Prime Minister Rishi Sunak did not cast his vote in favor of the Conservative candidate Susan Hall, who faced defeat against Sadiq Khan

As the Bank Holiday weekend unfolds, Britons can anticipate a blend of sunshine and unsettled weather, according to forecasts.

