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Library closures are a 'decimation,' says former Children's Laureate
Former Children's Laureate Michael Rosen has strongly condemned the closure of libraries across the UK, describing it as a "decimation." Rosen, who grew up in Harrow,Read More... -
Historic painting once owned by Britain's first Prime Minister faces export risk
A temporary export bar has been placed on Le Rêve de L’Artiste, a painting by the influential 18th-century French artist Jean-Antoine Watteau, to allow time for a UK galleryRead More... -
National Gallery enlists social media influencers to attract Gen Z and shed 'stuffy' image
In an effort to draw in Gen Z visitors and refresh its image, the National Gallery has teamed up with social media influencers to promote its art and engage with aRead More... -
Liverpool library rises from the ashes: community defies UK riots
Amid a wave of community support, a library in Liverpool is rebuilding after being set on fire during a series of racist riots that swept across England last week.Read More... -
Banksy's latest artwork in London stolen just hours after unveiling
Another of Banksy's animal-themed artworks was stolen in London only hours after it was unveiled. The piece, which featured a stencil of a wolf howling towards the sky, was painted on whatRead More... -
UK museums introduce child-friendly hours for summer visitors
Several museums and galleries across London and the UK are introducing designated child-friendly hours this summer to make parents feel more comfortable bringingRead More... -
Cineworld to close six UK cinemas in major restructuring effort
Cineworld has announced its decision to close six cinemas across the UK as part of a comprehensive restructuring plan. The closures come as the world'sRead More... -
Unseen letters from Diana, Princess of Wales, to be auctioned
Previously unseen letters from Diana, Princess of Wales, are set to be auctioned this weekend, offering a rare glimpse into her personal correspondence withRead More... -
JSO activists face jail time for soup attack on Van Gogh's 'Sunflowers'
Two activists from Just Stop Oil (JSO), Phoebe Plummer and Anna Holland, both 22, have been found guilty of criminal damage after throwing tomato soup overRead More... -
Harold Wilson sold papers to fund care amid Alzheimer's battle
Harold Wilson, who served as Prime Minister during the 1960s and 1970s, sold his personal and political papers to fund his care in his later years, as revealed byRead More... -
Kew Gardens adapts to climate change with new tree planting strategy
More than 11,000 native and foreign species currently thrive at the 320-acre Kew Gardens in west London. However, scientists warn that over half of these trees couldRead More... -
King and Queen attend Thistle service in Edinburgh
Members of the Royal Family gathered in Edinburgh for the Thistle service, where Queen Camilla and the Duke of Edinburgh were formally appointed to Scotland'sRead More... -
Queen Camilla celebrates Scottish literature during abbreviated Holyrood week
Queen Camilla has kicked off Holyrood Week in Scotland with a literary focus. The King and Queen arrived for a condensed visit, with Tuesday morning dedicated to aRead More...
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Over 40 nations will be represented at the meeting, hosted by UK Deputy Prime Minister, Dominic Raab, and the Netherlands Minister for Justice and Security, Dilan Yeşilgöz-Zegerius, at
A protest at the Indian High Commission in London resulted in a senior British diplomat being summoned by the Indian foreign ministry. The protest occurred on Sunday when a crowd
Bank of England assures the safety of UK's banking system following Credit Suisse's $2bn rescue deal
The recent acquisition of Credit Suisse by UBS has sparked concerns about job losses in the UK and the stability of the banking system. However, the Bank of England has moved quickly to
The UK government has announced that it could begin deporting asylum-seekers to Rwanda in the coming months, but only if UK courts approve the controversial policy. The Home Office has
Labour MP Clive Lewis has called for Prince George, the nine-year-old son of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge, to attend a state school instead of following in his father's footsteps and
Welsh Secretary David Davies has stated that he is "pragmatic" about the number of immigrants allowed into the country and does not mind "highly-skilled people who've got something to
Oxford Street, once the hub of Britain's high-end stores, is now a shopping destination that is being increasingly abandoned by the big name brands that earned it such esteem. MailOnline has
To help residents with the rising cost of living, Westminster City Council announced an additional £2million cost of living support package in November 2022. The funding was split into two
British Airways and VisitBritain have partnered to launch a new campaign aimed at showcasing modern Britain to American visitors. Titled ‘Ask Britain Anything’, the campaign delves into 50 of
Thousands of people gathered in cities across the UK on Saturday to protest against the government’s illegal migration bill. Organizers Stand Up To Racism and the Scottish Trades Union