Culture
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‘Brain rot’ named Oxford Word of the Year 2024After a public vote involving over 37,000 participants, Oxford Languages has officially named ‘brain rot’ as the Oxford Word of the Year for 2024. This decision reflects the evolvingRead More...
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Final tickets for London’s iconic New Year’s Eve fireworks go on sale MondayThe last chance to secure tickets for the Mayor of London’s renowned New Year’s Eve fireworks display arrives on Monday, 2 December, with sales opening at midday.Read More...
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London's pie and mash makers push for protected status to preserve Cockney traditionRick Poole, who grew up in his family’s pie and mash shop in London, is hopeful that a new campaign to secure protected status for the traditional Cockney dish will ensure its survival forRead More...
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Two Roman mosaics face risk of leaving the UKTwo Roman mosaics, valued at a combined total of £560,000, have been placed under a temporary export bar in an effort to give UK museums, galleries, or institutions the opportunity toRead More...
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UK author Samantha Harvey has won the Booker Prize for her ‘amazing’ space station novel ‘Orbital’Samantha Harvey poses with the prize and her book "Orbital" at the Booker Prize Awards 2024, in London.Read More...
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Wales advances with tourism tax proposalThis month, the Welsh Parliament will begin considering a new law that could introduce a tourism tax for overnight visitors in certain areas of Wales. The proposal would grant local councils theRead More...
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Buckingham Palace to reveal more of Its hidden secrets to visitorsBuckingham Palace is set to reveal even more of its iconic spaces to the public during its traditional summer opening, offering an unprecedented experience for visitors.Read More...
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Book reveals King has cut off Prince Andrew’s fundingPrince Andrew’s financial support from King Charles has been terminated, claims a newly updated royal biography. The Duke of York, who has been facing significant financial challengesRead More...
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Renovation costs for Norwich Castle soar to £27.5mThe cost of a major restoration project at Norwich Castle, which aims to revitalize parts of the 900-year-old landmark, has significantly increased as the project nears completion.Read More...
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London's oldest garden centre with 'top-notch plants' ranked among the UK's bestTwo of London’s beloved garden centres have earned spots on Mail Online’s list of the best in the UK, highlighting popular destinations for both plant enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.Read More...
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UCL staff raise alarms over ‘dismantling’ of University Art MuseumUniversity College London (UCL) staff have expressed strong objections to the institution’s plans to repurpose its historic Art Museum, voicing concerns that the proposal disregards theRead More...
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Discover Ufford: Suffolk's charming village with an award-winning pub and scenic walksSuffolk is known for its charming towns and villages, but this week we’re highlighting Ufford, a village that offers more than just picturesque scenery. With an award-winning pub and plenty ofRead More...
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UK’s National Gallery implements liquid ban following activist attacks on artworksThe National Gallery in London has introduced a ban on liquids in response to a series of activist attacks on its artworks, including Vincent van Gogh's iconic Sunflowers.Read More...
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King Charles expressed his determination to visit Ukraine again, "before he gets too old", during his visit to the European Bank for Reconstruction and Development headquarters in London.
Official figures from the UK Department for Work and Pensions show that at least 2.1 million people, or 3% of families, used a food bank in the year to March 2022. This figure rises to 11% for
According to a recent study by MoneyNerd, London has been rated the top city for lawyers in 2023, based on factors such as pay and work-life balance. The study analyzed 25 cities, taking into
Barnton Quarry Nuclear Bunker, Scotland's largest Cold War bunker, is nestled deep beneath the Edinburgh hill of Corstorphine, hidden from view for decades. Constructed in 1944 and
Crest Nicholson, one of the UK's leading housebuilders, has recently purchased the Wheatley Campus site from Oxford Brookes University. The acquisition will help the group address the critical
According to the latest rankings published by CEOWORLD magazine on March 23, 2023, AstraZeneca PLC is the most valuable company in the United Kingdom with a market capitalization of
The British Parliament has announced that it will be banning TikTok from all parliamentary devices and the wider parliamentary network. This move is in line with the UK government's decision
The Bill enshrines the Chancellor’s pro-business tax and employment measures announced at the Budget into law.
The Conference of European and British Muslim Leaders has launched a new organisation in London aimed at promoting bridge-building and peaceful coexistence globally. The event was held
On March 23, the FTSE 100 declined as a result of a strengthening pound and anticipation of the Bank of England's (BoE) eleventh consecutive interest rate hike. The FTSE 100 fell 0.7% after