Culture
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Export bars placed on two 18th century Agostino Brunias paintings
Two paintings by the 18th-century Italian artist Agostino Brunias, both depicting scenes from the Caribbean island of St Vincent, have been placed under temporary export bars to give UKRead More... -
Pope recognizes Antoni Gaudí's "heroic virtues," puts him on path to sainthood
The Vatican has taken a significant step toward making renowned Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí a saint, officially recognizing his "heroic virtues." Often referred to as "God's architect,"Read More... -
Britain’s oldest Indian restaurant faces closure amid Central London lease dispute
Veeraswamy, the UK's oldest Indian restaurant, is facing the threat of closure just before reaching its centenary, due to a lease disagreement with the Crown Estate.Read More... -
Communities invited to nominate beloved UK traditions for National Heritage List
This summer, communities across the UK will be able to nominate their favourite traditions—from iconic celebrations like Notting Hill Carnival and Hogmanay to time-honoured crafts likeRead More... -
£20m museum renewal fund opens for England’s civic museums
Civic museums across England can now apply for a share of the new £20 million Museum Renewal Fund, aimed at boosting access to collections, enhancing educational programmes, andRead More... -
The underrated UK city that was England’s first capital — 1,000 years before London
Tucked away in Essex lies a city that predates London as England's capital by over a millennium. Rich in Roman and medieval history, Colchester only officially became a city in 2022 as part ofRead More... -
Universal Studios to open first UK theme park in Bedford by 2031, creating 28,000 jobs
The UK is officially getting its first Universal Studios theme park, with a grand opening set for 2031. The landmark project, backed by the UK government, is expected to bring in a staggeringRead More... -
MI5 lifts the veil on 115 years of secrets in new exhibition
For the first time in its 115-year history, MI5 is pulling back the curtain on its shadowy past. A new exhibition at the National Archives in London, MI5: Official Secrets, offers the public anRead More... -
Tourist tax could help revive London’s arts and culture scene
A growing number of voices are calling on the government to allow London to introduce a tourist tax, similar to those already in place in many popular European cities. The Centre for LondonRead More... -
£1bn Chinese ceramics gift to British Museum approved
The Charity Commission has officially approved the largest donation in the British Museum’s history—a collection of Chinese ceramics valued at around £1 billion.Read More... -
UK to return Nazi-looted painting to Jewish family
A 17th-century painting stolen by the Nazis in 1940 from a Jewish art collector in Belgium is set to be returned to the collector’s descendants, the British government announced on Saturday,Read More... -
Queen Camilla launches new Reading Medal to celebrate literary champions
Queen Camilla has unveiled The Queen’s Reading Room Medal, a new honor recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to promoting books, reading, and literature in theirRead More... -
Blackpool Pleasure Beach to cut hours and close rides after £2.7m loss
One of the UK’s most iconic theme parks, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, has announced it will be closing some rides and reducing opening hours following a £2.7 million pre-tax loss.Read More...
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A new package of vital air defence capabilities for Ukraine was announced today at a meeting of defence ministers from the Joint Expeditionary Force (JEF).
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has today announced he is investing a further £10 million to support mentoring organisations in London to deliver on his manifesto commitment to provide a
A recent report has shed light on the alarming levels of exploitation and mistreatment faced by migrant workers in London, with instances of unpaid work, long hours, and abuse being
Scottish and Southern Energy Networks (SSEN) Transmission revealed its plans to invest £10 billion ($12.5 billion) in networks in Scotland to facilitate the connection of up to 11 gigawatts of
On Tuesday, British housebuilder Bellway Plc (BWY.L) expressed growing worries about a slowdown in demand as mortgage rates continue to rise and overall cost-of-living pressures suppress
Thousands of holidaymakers faced chaotic scenes at airports as EasyJet canceled numerous flights due to severe weather conditions. The airline grounded 54 flights at Gatwick Airport on
The Conservative Party is in the midst of a renewed internal conflict as Rishi Sunak and Boris Johnson openly clash over the handling of honours for MPs. During a tech summit in London,
Prime Minister Rishi Sunak announced on Monday that Britain has the potential to become the global center for artificial intelligence (AI) regulation. In a speech delivered at the London
The United Kingdom witnessed the highest number of migrants crossing the English Channel in small boats on June 11, with authorities detecting a total of 616 individuals, according to the
The British pound remained largely stable on Monday as market participants braced themselves for a week filled with central bank decisions and important economic data. The focus for the day