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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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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
Heathrow Airport in the United Kingdom saw a significant increase in passenger traffic during May, marking its busiest month since the onset of the pandemic. A total of 6.73 million passengers