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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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There will be a two-minute silence at the end of the State Funeral service on Monday, 19 September. This will be at approximately 11:55am.
For a man whose foray into the working world began when he was just 10 years old, when he bunked off school to earn 2 bob (10p) a day with a local plumber, the notion of slowing down
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said: “This attack on serving police officers in Soho overnight is utterly appalling. These brave officers were doing their duty and assisting the public at this
The City of London Corporation’s Court of Common Council has passed an address of condolence to His Majesty King Charles III.
The following ceremonies and events are taking place today (Thursday 15 September 2022) across the country to allow people to pay tribute to the life of Her Majesty The Queen and mark the
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A statement from the Mayor of London on the death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II.