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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Environmental campaigners have criticised the UK government for undermining Scotland’s deposit return scheme (DRS), calling it an “environmental travesty”. The charity City to Sea, which
Commuters in London are facing travel chaos as tube drivers and station staff began a 24-hour strike on Wednesday morning. Transport for London (TfL) advised passengers to check their
Oxford University was among the distinguished institutions and organisations that reaffirmed their loyalty to the monarch in a ceremony held at Buckingham Palace. King Charles followed a
The UK's former Prime Minister, Boris Johnson, has been invited to give evidence next week regarding whether he misled Parliament over alleged COVID-19 lockdown parties, a scandal dubbed
Lloyds Bank's CEO, Charlie Nunn, stated that British banks have not yet witnessed a "flight to quality" among customers who are apprehensive about the safety of their deposits following the
The UK's unemployment rate remained steady at 3.7% in the three months leading up to January, according to official figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). The employment
Lewisham council has announced plans to purchase a portfolio of 300 houses to provide emergency accommodation for families at risk of homelessness. The decision was made in response to
The King and Queen Consort of England attended the annual Commonwealth Day Service at Westminster Abbey on March 13, marking the King's first as monarch. Also in attendance were the
A new Wetherspoon pub, The Stargazer, is set to open in Greenwich, London on March 21. Costing £3 million, the 3,800 sq ft venue will be located opposite Mamma Mia! The Party and will be
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