Culture
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National Gallery receives £375m boost for landmark expansion
The National Gallery in London is preparing for a major transformation after securing a record-breaking £375 million in donations to fund a brand-new wing.Read More... -
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...
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Individuals illegally posing as immigration lawyers or advisers could soon face fines of up to £15,000 under new measures set out in the government’s
Marks & Spencer (M&S) has suspended all online orders as it works to recover from a major cyber attack.
The UK government has returned 43 individuals to Nigeria and Ghana as part of a major operation aimed at strengthening border security under the "Plan for Change."
A new report from London Councils highlights the need for greater cooperation between leaseholders and local authorities, as well as potential legal reforms, to help residents in leasehold flats
Deliveroo announced on Friday that it received a buyout proposal from U.S.-based DoorDash on April 5, valuing the British food delivery company at £2.7 billion ($3.6 billion).
The UK announced Thursday that it is banning the export of video game controllers to Russia, aiming to prevent their use in piloting drones on the battlefield in Ukraine.
King Charles and Queen Camilla will welcome war veterans to a special tea party at Buckingham Palace as part of the nationwide events marking the 80th anniversary of VE Day — the end of
The government is introducing reforms to strengthen police accountability while giving officers more confidence in their duties. A key amendment to the Crime and Policing Bill, expected to be
UK Energy Secretary Ed Miliband has urged international cooperation to safeguard global energy supplies, warning of growing risks in a world where energy is increasingly being used as a
London’s deepening homelessness crisis has become the “single biggest risk” to borough finances, with soaring costs putting local authorities on the brink of bankruptcy, warns London