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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... -
Royals and Beckham companions take center stage at Chelsea Flower Show
The Chelsea Flower Show opened on Monday with a star-studded lineup and an unexpected spotlight on dogs.Read More...
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John Allan, former chairman of Tesco, has suggested that young people who are not in work, education, or training should be required to undergo military training in exchange for receiving
Supermarket giant Morrisons is set to close 52 of its in-store cafes and 17 Morrisons Daily convenience stores as it faces mounting pressure to reduce costs and stay competitive.
The UK Home Office has terminated its contract with Stay Belvedere Hotels (SBHL), a company that has been providing accommodation for asylum seekers, due to concerns about poor
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has officially approved plans for the £9 billion Lower Thames Crossing, a major infrastructure project connecting Kent and Essex.
The Chancellor has announced a major £2 billion funding package aimed at delivering up to 18,000 new social and affordable homes—marking the biggest boost in a generation for families in
A major crackdown on illegal tobacco and vaping products is ramping up, with new officers on the streets and fresh funding to protect children and communities from harmful products.
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has urged government departments to improve efficiency through artificial intelligence and technology, ahead of the upcoming Spring Statement.
Ceredigion among the hardest places to buy a home, report reveals
Welsh Secretary Jo Stevens highlights innovative R&D work in Wales
The UK government has announced a major investment of over £600 million to train the next generation of construction workers, aiming to build 1.5 million homes and boost local communities