
Culture
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War-torn Trafalgar Union Flag faces possible departure from UK
A rare Union Flag that led the British charge at the Battle of Trafalgar has been placed under an export bar, giving UK institutions the chance to keep the historic relic in the country.Read More... -
Barbican to host Liam Young’s first UK solo exhibition in 2026
The Barbican has announced ‘In Other Worlds’, the first UK solo exhibition by artist, director and BAFTA-nominated producer Liam Young. Opening May 2026, the immersive show will exploreRead More... -
The Manchester Museum displays thousands of African artefacts it knows little about
A museum in northwest England has unveiled a new gallery showcasing thousands of African artefacts, many of which the institution admits it knows very little about. The exhibition aims toRead More... -
Captain John Narbrough’s journal faces export ban amid fears it could leave the UK
A rare 17th-century manuscript journal documenting Captain John Narbrough’s secret expedition to Spanish America and the Pacific has been placed under a temporary export ban, giving UKRead More... -
Earliest evidence of human fire-making unearthed in Suffolk
A team led by the British Museum has uncovered what is now the earliest known evidence of humans deliberately making fire—dating back around 400,000 years—at a site in Barnham,Read More... -
Rothschild 15th-century prayer book set to fetch up to $7 million at Sotheby’s auction
Ultra-rare 15th-century mahzor features vivid medieval illustrationsRead More... -
Ray Winstone honoured with Freedom of the City of London
Ray Winstone, one of the UK’s most celebrated ‘hard man’ actors, has been awarded the Freedom of the City of London in recognition of his extensive charitable and fundraising work.Read More... -
Golden Globe 2026 nominations announced ahead of January ceremony
The nominations for the 83rd annual Golden Globe Awards were unveiled on Monday, setting the stage for the first major awards ceremony of the season on January 11.Read More... -
Mayor of London granted right to use historic GLC coat of arms
The Mayor of London has been officially granted permission to use the historic coat of arms once belonging to the former Greater London Council (GLC), following approval from the King.Read More... -
Who will shape the National Gallery’s tomorrow? Architects shortlisted for landmark expansion
The National Gallery has announced a shortlist of six architectural teams competing to design a major new wing as part of its ambitious £750 million Project DomaniRead More... -
National Gallery unveils ambitious exhibition programme for 2026
The National Gallery has announced a landmark line-up of exhibitions for 2026, spanning five centuries of European art and bringing together rare loans, first-ever UK presentations, and iconicRead More... -
OUP India launches 100 libraries for underprivileged children across Uttar Pradesh
Oxford University Press (OUP) India has partnered with the National Book Trust (NBT) to establish 100 libraries for underprivileged children across Anganwadi centres inRead More...

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Hundreds of people gathered outside Nuneaton Town Hall on Saturday for an anti-immigration demonstration, which included a march through the town centre. Many waved England and Union

Police have arrested 474 people during a mass demonstration in Parliament Square, London, opposing the government’s ban on the activist group Palestine Action.

Scotland’s small and medium-sized enterprises (SMEs) have been recognised for their vital role in national security during a high-level defence roundtable held yesterday at Edinburgh’s Queen
The UK’s Electric Car Grant (ECG) just got bigger – and cheaper – for drivers. From today (9 August 2025), thirteen new electric models from Nissan, Renault, and Vauxhall qualify for a £1,500

British authorities arrested nearly one in five people checked during a week-long crackdown on migrants working illegally as delivery riders, the Home Office said on Saturday.

The US and UK differ on aspects of Gaza policy — including recognition of a Palestinian state — US vice-president JD Vance suggested as he arrived in England for a summer visit.

Homelessness Minister Rushanara Ali has stepped down after facing accusations of hypocrisy over rent increases on a property she owns in east London.

A new historical discovery has intensified calls for the British monarchy to address its involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. Recent research reveals that King George IV personally
Thousands of passengers faced severe delays and cancellations at Birmingham Airport after a light aircraft was forced to make an emergency landing, shutting the runway for over six hours.

Aberdeen is set to introduce a 7% visitor levy on overnight stays, following approval from city councillors. The tax, aimed at boosting local infrastructure funding, will apply to hotel bills and

