Culture
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Export bars placed on two 18th century Agostino Brunias paintings
Two paintings by the 18th-century Italian artist Agostino Brunias, both depicting scenes from the Caribbean island of St Vincent, have been placed under temporary export bars to give UKRead More... -
Pope recognizes Antoni Gaudí's "heroic virtues," puts him on path to sainthood
The Vatican has taken a significant step toward making renowned Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí a saint, officially recognizing his "heroic virtues." Often referred to as "God's architect,"Read More... -
Britain’s oldest Indian restaurant faces closure amid Central London lease dispute
Veeraswamy, the UK's oldest Indian restaurant, is facing the threat of closure just before reaching its centenary, due to a lease disagreement with the Crown Estate.Read More... -
Communities invited to nominate beloved UK traditions for National Heritage List
This summer, communities across the UK will be able to nominate their favourite traditions—from iconic celebrations like Notting Hill Carnival and Hogmanay to time-honoured crafts likeRead More... -
£20m museum renewal fund opens for England’s civic museums
Civic museums across England can now apply for a share of the new £20 million Museum Renewal Fund, aimed at boosting access to collections, enhancing educational programmes, andRead More... -
The underrated UK city that was England’s first capital — 1,000 years before London
Tucked away in Essex lies a city that predates London as England's capital by over a millennium. Rich in Roman and medieval history, Colchester only officially became a city in 2022 as part ofRead More... -
Universal Studios to open first UK theme park in Bedford by 2031, creating 28,000 jobs
The UK is officially getting its first Universal Studios theme park, with a grand opening set for 2031. The landmark project, backed by the UK government, is expected to bring in a staggeringRead More... -
MI5 lifts the veil on 115 years of secrets in new exhibition
For the first time in its 115-year history, MI5 is pulling back the curtain on its shadowy past. A new exhibition at the National Archives in London, MI5: Official Secrets, offers the public anRead More... -
Tourist tax could help revive London’s arts and culture scene
A growing number of voices are calling on the government to allow London to introduce a tourist tax, similar to those already in place in many popular European cities. The Centre for LondonRead More... -
£1bn Chinese ceramics gift to British Museum approved
The Charity Commission has officially approved the largest donation in the British Museum’s history—a collection of Chinese ceramics valued at around £1 billion.Read More... -
UK to return Nazi-looted painting to Jewish family
A 17th-century painting stolen by the Nazis in 1940 from a Jewish art collector in Belgium is set to be returned to the collector’s descendants, the British government announced on Saturday,Read More... -
Queen Camilla launches new Reading Medal to celebrate literary champions
Queen Camilla has unveiled The Queen’s Reading Room Medal, a new honor recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to promoting books, reading, and literature in theirRead More... -
Blackpool Pleasure Beach to cut hours and close rides after £2.7m loss
One of the UK’s most iconic theme parks, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, has announced it will be closing some rides and reducing opening hours following a £2.7 million pre-tax loss.Read More...
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Central London ushered in 2025 with its largest-ever celebration, as approximately 100,000 ticketholders gathered to witness a dazzling display of fireworks, lighting, and music.
Passengers across England will benefit from significant savings as the government introduces a £3 national bus fare cap, set to remain in place until the end of 2025. This £150 million
The UK is bracing for heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures this weekend, with the Met Office issuing a three-day yellow snow warning across much of England, Wales, southern Scotland,
Home Office data released on New Year's Day reveals that 36,816 people crossed the English Channel in small boats during 2024, marking an increase from the previous year, though still fewer
Significant inland flooding is expected to affect parts of England on Tuesday and Wednesday, prompting the Environment Agency to advise caution during New Year celebrations.
Recently released National Archives papers have revealed that Tony Blair’s government was cautioned about a potential surge in immigration from Eastern Europe following the European
New Year Honours: Gareth Southgate, Stephen Fry, Sadiq Khan, and Keely Hodgkinson recognized in 2024
This year’s New Year Honours list celebrates over 1,200 individuals, including notable names from sports, entertainment, and public service. The list also acknowledges those who fought for
Victims offer £1.5 million reward for clues to capture thief
London's FTSE 100 edged lower on Monday, retreating 0.2% after marking its strongest week in five on Friday. The mid-cap FTSE 250 also declined, shedding 0.3%.
Travel plans for thousands of passengers remain disrupted as flight restrictions continue at Gatwick Airport for a fourth consecutive day due to persistent fog.