Culture
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National Gallery receives £375m boost for landmark expansion
The National Gallery in London is preparing for a major transformation after securing a record-breaking £375 million in donations to fund a brand-new wing.Read More... -
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...
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The UK economy expanded at its fastest pace in a year during the first quarter of 2025, driven by a surge in property purchases ahead of a tax break deadline and increased manufacturing
Confidence among British businesses has surged to its highest level in nine years, according to Lloyds Bank. Its latest Business Barometer shows optimism rose by one point in June to 51%
The UK government has announced a new initiative aimed at tackling obesity by encouraging supermarkets and food manufacturers in England to make healthier food options more
The government’s flagship free breakfast club initiative has hit a major milestone, serving two million meals in its first term—marking significant progress in the Plan for Change.
The British pound was poised for its largest weekly gain against the U.S. dollar in nearly four months on Friday, continuing to benefit from a weakening greenback rather than any significant
London is expected to see temperatures hit 30°C for a second consecutive day as a heatwave continues to grip the UK. Forecasts from the Met Office show that the East of England and the
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has warned that Nigel Farage’s steel industry proposals could lead to the loss of 5,000 jobs in Wales. Speaking at the Welsh Labour conference in Llandudno,
In one of the largest drug seizures in UK history, authorities have confiscated 2.4 tonnes of cocaine valued at approximately £96 million. The massive haul was discovered hidden beneath
Bamburgh in Northumberland has once again claimed the title of the UK’s favourite seaside destination, topping the list for the fifth year running, according to consumer group Which?.
Czech billionaire Daniel Kretinsky has been named the new chairman of Royal Mail, according to an announcement from his investment firm, EP Group, on Friday.