Culture
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Turns out David Bowie still had one more surprise up his sleeve
When he passed away in 2016, the world thought his last artistic statement was Blackstar – that haunting, brilliant final album shaped by his own awareness of mortality. But tucked away,Read More... -
Part of Victorian building collapses in Cleckheaton
A section of a former Victorian church, now used as a wedding venue, has collapsed onto a busy street in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire.Read More... -
Black culture festival returns to Trafalgar Square this weekend
Trafalgar Square is set to come alive this weekend with the return of Black On The Square—a free festival celebrating Black culture, creativity, and community. Running from 12pm to 6pm, theRead More... -
Take a book, leave a Book: South London gets four new mini libraries
If you love books and the idea of swapping stories with your community, you’re in luck—Penguin Books is setting up four new “Book Stops” across South London this month.Read More... -
His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards 2026–2027
Nominations are now open for the 2026 His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards.Read More... -
“Toxic bullying culture” and “pandering to far right”: South London councillor walks away from Labour
A Lambeth councillor has dramatically quit the Labour Party, accusing it of fostering a “toxic culture of bullying” and “pandering to the far right.”Read More... -
For the very first time, Queen Marie of Romania’s delicate floral watercolors are heading to London
From September 18 to October 12, her works—kept safe for over a century in the manuscripts of the Romanian Academy—will be shown at The King’s Foundation Garrison Chapel Gallery,Read More... -
A huge Japanese food & culture festival is coming to London next month – and it’s totally free
For one day only, Trafalgar Square will transform into a vibrant hub of Japanese food, music, and traditions – and you won’t want to miss it. On September 21, the UK’s biggest annualRead More... -
Why England’s streets are suddenly covered in flags
Lately, if you’ve been driving around parts of England, you’ve probably noticed something unusual: lampposts covered in Union Jacks and St George’s crosses. In places like Birmingham,Read More... -
Notting Hill Carnival safety crackdown: 100 arrests and 50 weapons seized
Police have launched a major safety operation ahead of this year’s Notting Hill Carnival, arresting 100 people and seizing dozens of weapons in a bid to keep the huge celebration safe.Read More... -
Norwich castle reopens after £27.5 million transformation
After nearly five years behind scaffolding, one of England’s most iconic Norman landmarks has reopened its doors. Norwich Castle Keep – first built almost 900 years ago – has undergone aRead More... -
Kneecap rapper faces terror charge in London over Hezbollah flag
One of the members of Irish rap group Kneecap appeared in a London court on Wednesday, facing a terrorism charge for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag during a performance.Read More...
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Hundreds of individuals have crossed the English Channel in small boats, marking a significant influx on a day marred by tragedy, with one person losing their life and another sustaining serious
Alex Batty, a British teenager who had been missing for six years, has been located in France and is expected to return to the UK soon.
MP Scott Benton faces 35-day Commons suspension over standards breach, sparking by-election concerns
Scott Benton, an MP formerly affiliated with the Conservatives, faces a substantial suspension from Parliament, potentially lasting 35 days, due to what's described as a severe violation
Former Minister David Davis intervenes to halt attack near Parliament, preventing potential fatality
Former minister David Davis took action to stop an assault on a homeless person near Parliament, confirming his intervention during the Tuesday evening incident. The seasoned Tory
Complaints about car insurance and vehicle finance have surged by 75%, according to the Financial Ombudsman Service (FOS), marking a substantial increase in grievances concerning
The government is prepared to introduce legislation to "safeguard" Northern Ireland's position in the UK's internal market, announced the prime minister.
The Met Office forecasts that the UK might narrowly miss experiencing a white Christmas this year. While snow is anticipated later in December and into the New Year, the odds of a snowy
Mark Drakeford, the First Minister of Wales, has revealed his intention to step down from his position, making the announcement via X.
October saw an unexpected decline in the UK economy, driven by increased interest rates that restrained consumer spending and adverse weather conditions sweeping across the nation.
Thousands of products containing endangered plant and animal species have been seized by Border Force as part of an intensive international operation to target the criminal networks behind