Culture
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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... -
London’s St Patrick’s Day Festival returns on Sunday, March 16
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has announced the highly anticipated return of the city’s iconic St Patrick’s Day Festival and Parade on Sunday, March 16. This vibrant celebration bringsRead More... -
Exploring London’s forgotten Cockney-Yiddish culture: a new podcast unveils lost voices and stories
A new podcast, launched today by Queen Mary University historians Professor Nadia Valman and Dr. Vivi Lachs, uncovers the unique and often-overlooked fusion of Cockney and YiddishRead More... -
Blenheim Palace unveils exclusive ‘Family Treasures’ extended tour
Starting 15th February 2025, Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, will introduce an exciting new experience for visitors—the Family Treasures extended tour. This exclusive journeyRead More...
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Michael Gove, the Secretary for Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities, is spearheading a scheme to turn Cambridge into Britain's equivalent of Silicon Valley. The ambitious proposal includes
The Church of England (CoE) is taking steps to draft new pastoral guidance and materials to allow for the blessing of same-sex couples by priests. During a four-hour debate on July 8, the
Jeremy Hunt, the British finance minister, is set to reveal long-awaited proposals on Monday aimed at incentivizing pension funds and other asset managers to invest in high-growth industries,
U.S. President Joe Biden is scheduled to arrive in Britain on Sunday for a short visit, during which he will meet with British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and engage in climate change discussions
In a pay dispute with Amazon, nearly 900 workers at a warehouse in Britain are set to stage a strike for three days next week, according to labour union GMB. The strike will occur from July
A staggering number of 686 migrants arrived in the UK yesterday, marking the highest daily total in over seven months. The figure brings the total number of illegal Channel crossings by small
Murals of popular cartoon characters that were meant to welcome child asylum seekers to a reception center in Dover have been painted over under the instruction of immigration minister
During a conversation with Turkish President Tayyip Erdogan on Friday, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak expressed his hopes for the prompt ratification of Sweden's accession to NATO,
The Trade Remedies Authority (TRA) has today (Friday 7 July) initiated a scope review regarding countervailing measures on continuous filament glass fibre products imported to the UK from
"Dangerous" muscle-building drugs, known as SARMS, are being illegally sold in shops across the UK, according to a BBC investigation.