Culture
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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... -
Kneecap rapper faces terror charge in London over Hezbollah flag
One of the members of Irish rap group Kneecap appeared in a London court on Wednesday, facing a terrorism charge for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag during a performance.Read More...
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Met Office meteorologists have identified the onset of a warm trend that could elevate UK temperatures to levels reminiscent of much warmer European regions.
Residents of a quaint UK town find themselves increasingly frustrated as their peaceful town center is plagued by a persistent bird problem, with seagulls and pigeons leaving their mark all over
Petrol prices have continued their upward trend, marking the fourth consecutive month of increases, with an average rise of 4.5 pence per litre in September, as reported by the RAC.
In his speech at the Conservative Party Conference, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is expected to announce the cancellation of the HS2 high-speed rail line connecting the West Midlands to
A man has been taken into custody following a severe dog attack that left another man "seriously injured," according to Northumbria Police.
A distressing incident has come to light as a student in Northern Ireland fell victim to a scam and lost a staggering £200,000. Two individuals posing as Chinese policemen exploited the student
According to Sir Patrick Vallance's pandemic diaries, experts were allegedly used as "human shields" by the UK Government, and officials selectively interpreted scientific data to justify their
Three Welsh towns along with Wrexham, which was recently granted city-status, have been named by the Prime Minister as part of £1.1 billion levelling up investment being provided to
Patients across the country will benefit from a £30 million government investment in innovative medical technology (medtech) which will help ease pressures on the NHS this winter and could
In a striking reflection of changing times, the Kingsway Shopping Centre in Newport, Gwent, has been sold for £615,000, nearly £400,000 below its initial guide price, shortly after falling into