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Royal Academy of Music to launch new campus in East London
The Royal Academy of Music (RAM) has unveiled plans to open a new campus at London City Island in east London, promising "endless possibilities" for students and staff.Read More... -
Anna Wintour steps down as US Vogue editor-in-chief after 37 years
Dame Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue, a position she has held for an unprecedented 37 years.Read More... -
£35m George Street revamp gets council backing despite funding doubts
Plans to transform Edinburgh’s George Street have been approved by city councillors, with construction expected to begin in August 2027—if the money can be secured.Read More... -
Police seek help after £150,000 violin stolen from North London pub
Police are appealing for information after a rare 18th-century violin, valued at over £150,000, was stolen from a pub in north London.Read More... -
Chris Brown denies assault charge in London nightclub incident
Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty to assault charges related to a 2023 nightclub altercation in London. The 36-year-old US singer is accused of attacking music producer Abraham Diaw with aRead More... -
Louvre workers strike over overtourism, forcing sudden museum closure
The Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum, was forced to close its doors Monday after staff staged a spontaneous strike, citing unbearable working conditions and the overwhelming crush ofRead More... -
Pulp score first UK number one album in 27 years with more
Indie rock legends Pulp have returned to the top of the UK album charts for the first time in nearly three decades, with their latest release More debuting at number one, according to theRead More... -
Jonathan Anderson named creative director for both men's and women's collections at Dior
Jonathan Anderson, the celebrated Northern Irish designer, has been appointed creative director of both the men’s and women’s collections at Dior — marking a historic first for the FrenchRead More... -
King Charles to make history with new Canadian throne
When King Charles delivers the Speech from the Throne on Parliament Hill, he’ll mark a historic milestone: he will be the first reigning monarch to sit on Canada’s newly crafted throne.Read More... -
Animal welfare rules in British zoos undergo major overhaul
Zoos and aquariums across Great Britain are set to implement sweeping changes under new animal welfare standards aimed at improving the lives of animals and reinforcing the UK’sRead More...
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A major overhaul is on the horizon for a neighborhood in Manchester city as plans for a £1.7 billion redevelopment project take shape. The ambitious initiative, known as ID Manchester, will
The British government has announced the initiation of a comprehensive investigation into allegations that scientists from UK universities have been assisting Iran in developing technology for
The government’s Business Connect -Skills for Growth conference takes place today (22 June), hosting some of the biggest British and international companies to discuss how we can create a
This is the first round of investment from the UK Space Agency’s Enabling Technologies Programme, part of the National Space Innovation Programme dedicated to supporting UK companies
In commemoration of the 75th anniversary of the arrival of the Empire Windrush in the UK, Prince William will appear in a new documentary that brings together celebrities and members
The Office for National Statistics (ONS) revealed that British house prices experienced a 3.5% increase in the 12 months leading up to April, marking a slight slowdown from the 4.1% rise
London stocks faced a downward trend at the opening of the market on Thursday, as investors contemplated the possibility of the Bank of England implementing interest rate hikes that could
London leaders have expressed admiration for the significant contributions made by the Windrush generation to the city on the occasion of its 75th anniversary, while emphasizing the
King Charles has expressed his desire to stay informed about the ongoing search for the missing Titanic submarine. The vessel named Titan, operated by OceanGate, carries five individuals,
The Department for Levelling Up, Housing & Communities has announced that it is granting £1.59 million to the Local Government Association to fund a new scheme to support aspiring