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British Museum tops UK visitor charts again in 2024
For the second consecutive year, the British Museum has claimed the title of the UK’s most-visited attraction. The iconic London institution welcomed an impressive 6,479,952 visitors in 2024,Read More... -
Britain's Bloomsbury Publishing expects annual trading to exceed forecasts
Bloomsbury Publishing (BMY.L) announced on Thursday that its annual trading performance is set to surpass market expectations, driven by strong demand for its fiction titles and anRead More... -
£1.1bn British Library expansion moves forward
Plans for a £1.1bn extension of the British Library are officially moving ahead, with completion expected by 2032, the developer has confirmed.Read More... -
Waterstones to leave historic Oxford bookstore for new Queen Street location
Oxford’s iconic Waterstones bookstore is set to leave its historic home in William Baker House and relocate to a new premises in the city centre.Read More... -
Edvard Munch’s portraits take center stage in new London exhibition
A new exhibition at London’s National Portrait Gallery is shining a light on Edvard Munch’s mastery of portraiture, revealing a deeper side to the artist best known for The Scream.Read More... -
This is London’s best bookshop, according to Time Out
Daunt Books in Marylebone takes the top spot, thanks to its stunning Edwardian interiors and exceptional book selection.Read More... -
King Charles shares the soundtrack of his life for Commonwealth Day
From the legendary reggae rhythms of Bob Marley to the chart-topping hits of Kylie Minogue and the soulful melodies of Raye, King Charles has unveiled a selection of songs that have shapedRead More... -
London Eye at 25: the landmark that almost never was
Had it not been for the determination of two visionary architects in the early 1990s, London’s skyline—and its iconic New Year’s Eve fireworks—would look very different today.Read More... -
Charli XCX dominates Brit Awards with 'Brat' album wins
British pop sensation Charli XCX made a bold statement at the Brit Awards on March 1, turning the annual ceremony into a celebration of her cultural movement, "brat summer."Read More... -
Prince William speaks Welsh in St David’s Day message
Prince William has shared his first-ever public message in Welsh to celebrate St David’s Day, marking the occasion with a heartfelt tribute to Wales, its culture, and its people.Read More... -
Artists release silent album to protest AI copyright law changes
"In the music of the future, will our voices go unheard?" asked Kate Bush in a statement.Read More... -
Historic royal service returns to Durham Cathedral after 50 years
For the first time in nearly half a century, the Royal Maundy service will be held at Durham Cathedral.Read More... -
King Charles awards first humanitarian medals
King Charles has officially presented the first recipients of the newly established Humanitarian Medal during a ceremony at Buckingham Palace.Read More...
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Oxford University is facing severe backlash for its decision to cut down nearly 100 trees in a village without providing advanced warning to the local community. The university has been
Britain, with its inflation rate measured at 8.7% in May, the highest among developed economies, has sparked discussions about potential revisions to the Bank of England's (BoE) 2% inflation
A prominent Muslim billionaire, Asif Aziz, known as 'Mr West End' for his extensive property portfolio, is undertaking the construction of a grand mosque within London's entertainment district,
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan has today announced the launch of the first phase of the proposed Superloop as the four existing express services on the network will be renumbered over
London workers are more apprehensive about their prospects of securing a new job compared to individuals in other regions of England, indicating a sense of gloom about the economy's
London City Airport (LCY) has filed an appeal against the decision made by the local council to prevent the extension of operating hours on Saturdays. Newham Council, citing concerns over
McDonald's is set to reduce the price of two fan-favorite menu items tomorrow, but customers eager to take advantage of the deal need to act quickly.
Prince William has informed his father, King Charles, that he will need to pay rent if he wishes to stay at his cherished Welsh holiday home, according to The Mail on Sunday. The property in
Talented young Londoners have immersed themselves in world-famous video game Minecraft to design a greener, more sustainable city and win the Mayor’s Design Future London Schools
Gatwick Airport is bracing for potential disruption during the busy summer holiday season as nearly a thousand workers are preparing to embark on eight days of strikes over a pay dispute,