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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... -
£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...

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Francesca Carlesi, the recently appointed UK head of Revolut Ltd., is sounding the alarm bells on London's potential loss of its status as the global hub for fintech companies.

In central London, a startling incident unfolded as a car crashed into the gates of Buckingham Palace, prompting the swift response of armed officers from the Metropolitan Police.

King Charles bestows Scotland's prestigious Order of the Thistle upon his brother, the Duke of Edinburgh, in honor of the Duke's 60th birthday. The Order, reserved for select individuals and
Two ministers have publicly called upon the government to increase defense spending to surpass 2.5% of the national income.
On International Women’s Day, Mayor Sadiq Khan announced that his £1 million cost-of-living fund has made a significant impact in supporting women and children across the capital who are

The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has announced a bold plan to revitalize the Royal Docks, aiming to recapture its former glory and transform it into a vibrant hub for residential, commercial,

Theresa May, the former Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, has announced her decision to step down as the Member of Parliament for Maidenhead at the upcoming general election,

Sophie, the Duchess of Edinburgh, has emphasized the importance of prioritizing the rights and voices of survivors of sexual violence in conflict, calling for concerted efforts to eradicate this
Robin Simcox, the government's counter-extremism commissioner, has raised concerns about London becoming a "no-go zone for Jews" during weekend pro-Palestinian marches, urging

