Culture
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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... -
Kneecap rapper faces terror charge in London over Hezbollah flag
One of the members of Irish rap group Kneecap appeared in a London court on Wednesday, facing a terrorism charge for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag during a performance.Read More...
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A brand-new UK-wide digital service for organisations applying for government grants could save up to £270 million through efficiencies and fraud prevention.
A recent report published by the Trussell Trust, a food bank charity, reveals that one in seven individuals in the United Kingdom experienced hunger last year due to insufficient funds.
Today, the Climate Change Committee, the government's own advisory body, published a damning report that highlights the UK's loss of global leadership in climate action and the lack of
According to a report from Sky News, Britain is developing contingency plans to assume temporary state ownership of Thames Water, the country's largest water supplier, in the event of its
Luxury handbag maker Mulberry has experienced a significant drop in profits due to higher costs and sluggish UK sales, affected by economic uncertainty and the loss of VAT-free shopping
High street pharmacy and retailer Boots has announced plans to reduce its number of stores from 2,200 to 1,900 by closing 300 locations. The decision aims to enhance efficiency by shutting
London's hospitality sector is showing signs of recovery and stability after enduring significant closures during the upheaval of the Covid-19 pandemic. According to the Hospitality Market
Tens of thousands of new jobs are being created across the UK thanks to billions of pounds of foreign investment, helping the Government’s priority to grow the economy and levelling-up
In a historic move, senior doctors in England have overwhelmingly voted in favor of a two-day strike over pay, marking the first time in nearly 50 years that they will take such action.
Supermarket executives in Britain have dismissed claims of profiteering amid a cost of living crisis, asserting that they have absorbed pricing pressures and sacrificed profits by not passing the