Culture
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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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On March 2nd, 2023, the Crown Prince and Crown Princess of Norway visited the United Kingdom and met with the Prince and Princess of Wales at Windsor Castle. The focus of their
London City Airport experienced significant disruptions caused by fog for three days last month, leading to a number of cancellations that suppressed February growth. However, despite this
The London Stock Exchange Group has welcomed a thaw in relations between the UK and the European Union, following an agreement on disputes over Northern Ireland. LSEG does not
London Assembly members have urged Sadiq Khan, the Mayor of London, to consider reducing rent for women due to the gender pay gap. This comes after a report by City Hall's cross-party
A 138-year-old drinking fountain in London’s East End, built in memory of Leonard Montefiore, a Jewish philanthropist and advocate of women’s emancipation in Victorian England, has been
Last year, despite the energy crisis, the rising cost of living, a more stringent immigration system, and unpredictable weather, the UK welcomed a record-breaking number of people. According
Luciana Berger, a former MP who quit the UK's Labour Party in 2019 citing institutional antisemitism, has rejoined the party following an apology from current leader Sir Keir Starmer. Berger,
According to mortgage lender Nationwide, British house prices experienced the largest monthly drop in over a decade in the previous month. The data adds to signs of a slowdown in the
Government statistics have revealed that London has experienced the biggest rise in rough sleepers in England, with a 34% increase over a 12-month period. The report found that there were
According to a recent report by Kantar, food prices in the UK have hit an all-time high, with inflation rising to 17.1% in the four weeks leading up to 19 February 2023. This means that