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A yellow heat health alert will be in effect across much of the UK starting Monday, as a heatwave is predicted to bring temperatures up to 31°C. This alert marks the end of a prolonged period

British Gas has issued an apology after mistakenly charging a customer, John Spink, £2,500 for energy bills he did not owe. Mr. Spink, 79, received a letter in April

The Scottish Conservatives have received £96,000 from members of the influential billionaire Keswick family, whose company is ultimately owned through an offshore

Two British Airways crew members have been suspended following allegations that they mocked a colleague's weight in a private WhatsApp group.
Flights departing from Manchester Airport’s Terminals 1 and 2 have been heavily impacted by a "major" power cut, causing significant disruptions.
Emperor Naruhito and Empress Masako began a week-long visit to the UK on Saturday. Their itinerary includes a visit to Oxford University, where both studied, and a

Nigel Farage has defended his controversial claim that the West provoked Russia's invasion of Ukraine, a statement that has drawn condemnation from political leaders
Workers are protesting against Tata Steel's plans to cut 2,800 jobs. About 1,500 Tata Steel workers will begin an indefinite strike next month over the company’s plans to cut thousands of jobs,

Two leaders of a charity established to support terminally ill and disabled children have been jailed after stealing funds to finance gambling and pay personal expenses.
Michael Gove, who is stepping down at the next election, hinted that Liz Truss may be responsible if the Conservatives face defeat. The Housing Secretary remarked

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King’s Award celebrates 250 groups making a difference across the UK
The King’s Award for Voluntary Service, formerly known as The Queen’s Award for Voluntary Service, remains one of the most prestigious honours recognising exceptional contributions toRead More... -
400 schools to benefit from new UK theatre education programme
Theatre and the performing arts play an important role in the education and personal development of younger generations, helping children develop creativity, confidence, communicationRead More... -
King Charles celebrates 50 years of charitable work as the King’s Trust marks major anniversary
Charitable work has long been one of the most important elements of King Charles III's public activities. Throughout his decades of royal service, he has supported numerous charitableRead More... -
British Library to open major Agatha Christie exhibition exploring the life behind her crime novels
The British Library in London is set to host a major exhibition celebrating the life, adventures and literary legacy of Agatha Christie, one of the world's most celebrated crime writers.Read More... -
Diwali celebrations at Trafalgar Square cancelled due to storm warnings
London’s annual Diwali celebration at Trafalgar Square has been cancelled at short notice because of forecast storms and safety concerns, organisers announced on Saturday.Read More... -
London to celebrate Diwali with free festival of music, dance and culture in Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square will become the centre of London’s Diwali celebrations on Sunday, 25 October, as the capital prepares to welcome thousands of residents and visitors for a free festivalRead More... -
England’s national museums to keep free admission for all visitors
Government rules out charges for international tourists as museums receive further investmentRead More... -
UK museums given three months to keep rare Renaissance bronze in Britain
British museums and galleries have been given a limited window to secure a rare Renaissance sculpture valued at more than £4.6 million, after the Government temporarily halted itsRead More... -
Oasis set to return in 2027 with massive 38-date global tour
Oasis are extending their long-awaited comeback with an ambitious 38-date tour scheduled for 2027, taking the iconic Britpop group across the UK, Ireland, continental Europe and theRead More... -
UK moves to keep Stanley Spencer’s landmark resurrection painting
The British government has stepped in to prevent a major early work by Stanley Spencer from leaving the country, giving museums and galleries a limited window to secure the paintingRead More... -
London’s record summer of live music delivers £3.4bn boost
London has enjoyed a record-breaking summer of live music, with millions of fans attending concerts across the capital as some of the world’s biggest artists took to its stadiums, arenasRead More... -
Government blocks export of rare Anglo-Saxon artefact in bid to keep national treasure in UK
The UK government has imposed a temporary export ban on an exceptionally rare Anglo-Saxon metal mount, giving museums and galleries time to raise funds to keep the historicRead More...

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