Culture
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National Gallery receives £375m boost for landmark expansion
The National Gallery in London is preparing for a major transformation after securing a record-breaking £375 million in donations to fund a brand-new wing.Read More... -
Turns out David Bowie still had one more surprise up his sleeve
When he passed away in 2016, the world thought his last artistic statement was Blackstar – that haunting, brilliant final album shaped by his own awareness of mortality. But tucked away,Read More... -
Part of Victorian building collapses in Cleckheaton
A section of a former Victorian church, now used as a wedding venue, has collapsed onto a busy street in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire.Read More... -
Black culture festival returns to Trafalgar Square this weekend
Trafalgar Square is set to come alive this weekend with the return of Black On The Square—a free festival celebrating Black culture, creativity, and community. Running from 12pm to 6pm, theRead More... -
Take a book, leave a Book: South London gets four new mini libraries
If you love books and the idea of swapping stories with your community, you’re in luck—Penguin Books is setting up four new “Book Stops” across South London this month.Read More... -
His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards 2026–2027
Nominations are now open for the 2026 His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards.Read More... -
“Toxic bullying culture” and “pandering to far right”: South London councillor walks away from Labour
A Lambeth councillor has dramatically quit the Labour Party, accusing it of fostering a “toxic culture of bullying” and “pandering to the far right.”Read More... -
For the very first time, Queen Marie of Romania’s delicate floral watercolors are heading to London
From September 18 to October 12, her works—kept safe for over a century in the manuscripts of the Romanian Academy—will be shown at The King’s Foundation Garrison Chapel Gallery,Read More... -
A huge Japanese food & culture festival is coming to London next month – and it’s totally free
For one day only, Trafalgar Square will transform into a vibrant hub of Japanese food, music, and traditions – and you won’t want to miss it. On September 21, the UK’s biggest annualRead More... -
Why England’s streets are suddenly covered in flags
Lately, if you’ve been driving around parts of England, you’ve probably noticed something unusual: lampposts covered in Union Jacks and St George’s crosses. In places like Birmingham,Read More... -
Notting Hill Carnival safety crackdown: 100 arrests and 50 weapons seized
Police have launched a major safety operation ahead of this year’s Notting Hill Carnival, arresting 100 people and seizing dozens of weapons in a bid to keep the huge celebration safe.Read More... -
Norwich castle reopens after £27.5 million transformation
After nearly five years behind scaffolding, one of England’s most iconic Norman landmarks has reopened its doors. Norwich Castle Keep – first built almost 900 years ago – has undergone aRead More...
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New data reveals that job vacancies in the UK have experienced the slowest rate of growth in 28 months, reflecting ongoing economic uncertainty and its impact on hiring. The latest report on
BT Group PLC has officially confirmed that Chief Executive Philip Jansen intends to resign from his role within the next twelve months. This announcement aligns with a report from Sky News
A recent survey of 3,000 individuals has revealed that nearly 10% of British people do not have any real-life friends. Instead, this group, comprising eight percent of Brits between the ages of
London's Metropolitan Police has organized an Eid Al-Adha celebration event in an ongoing effort to rebuild trust and strengthen relationships with the British Muslim community. The event,
In an effort to alleviate the burden of the cost-of-living crisis on households, the UK government is reportedly considering reducing the BBC licence fee. With the fee set to rise in line with
Michael Gove, the Secretary for Levelling Up, Housing, and Communities, is spearheading a scheme to turn Cambridge into Britain's equivalent of Silicon Valley. The ambitious proposal includes
The Church of England (CoE) is taking steps to draft new pastoral guidance and materials to allow for the blessing of same-sex couples by priests. During a four-hour debate on July 8, the
Jeremy Hunt, the British finance minister, is set to reveal long-awaited proposals on Monday aimed at incentivizing pension funds and other asset managers to invest in high-growth industries,
U.S. President Joe Biden is scheduled to arrive in Britain on Sunday for a short visit, during which he will meet with British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak and engage in climate change discussions
In a pay dispute with Amazon, nearly 900 workers at a warehouse in Britain are set to stage a strike for three days next week, according to labour union GMB. The strike will occur from July