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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... -
Top food experts join government effort to champion British food
21 March – Leading figures from across the UK food system have joined forces with the Government to shape a national food strategy aimed at restoring pride in British food and improvingRead More... -
Eurovision 2025: Austria clinches victory in dramatic finale as UK lands 19th
Austria emerged victorious at the 2025 Eurovision Song Contest in Basel, Switzerland, after a dramatic last-minute voting twist that saw singer JJ leapfrog Israel to claim the crown.Read More... -
Elton John slams UK government over AI copyright proposal
Elton John has strongly criticized the UK government's plan to let tech companies use music and other creative content to train artificial intelligence without guaranteeing fair compensation forRead More... -
Chris Brown charged in London nightclub incident
Singer Chris Brown has been charged with grievous bodily harm following a 2023 bottle attack in a Mayfair nightclub, according to Metro News at 01:10 CEST on May 16, 2025. The incident,Read More... -
Peckham Fringe kicks off with community focus
The Peckham Fringe, a vibrant celebration of local art and culture, launched its fourth season this morning, May 15, 2025, drawing crowds to South London’s creative hub. The festival, runningRead More... -
Melbourne council removes vandalised Captain Cook monument
A long-targeted statue of British explorer Captain James Cook will not return to a Melbourne park after the local government decided it’s no longer worth the cost of repeated repairs.Read More... -
Metro’s grassroots music Tube map celebrates London’s cultural scene
Metro unveiled a special Tube map celebrating London’s grassroots music scene, spotlighting iconic venues and artists. Launched five hours ago as part of TfL’s 25th anniversary, the project,Read More... -
Export bar placed on £10.2 million Botticelli painting to keep it in the UK
A temporary export bar has been imposed on a rare painting by Italian Renaissance master Sandro Botticelli, currently at risk of leaving the UK. Valued at £10.2 million, the painting,Read More... -
Climbing Churchill statue to become a criminal offence
The UK government is set to make it a criminal offence to climb the statue of Winston Churchill in Parliament Square, with offenders facing up to three months in prison and a £1,000 fine.Read More...
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A landmark initiative to reduce the risk of flooding in London has been unveiled today, as leading public agencies collaborate on the city’s first-ever London Surface Water Strategy.
A 21-year-old man arrested on May 13, 2025, in Sydenham, south-east London, remains in custody over suspected arson attacks linked to Prime Minister Keir Starmer. The fires, reported by
The UK government announced on May 14, 2025, that 11 government offices in central London will close, with thousands of civil servants relocated outside the capital. The move, reported by
A 21-year-old man was arrested in London on May 14, 2025, in connection with a disturbing trend dubbed “body slamming” or “bare beating,” targeting commuters on the London
A section of the M25, one of the UK’s busiest motorways, was closed during rush hour on May 14, 2025, following a collision between two lorries. The incident occurred on the anticlockwise
London is set to benefit from a £30 million boost aimed at helping residents—especially young people and those with health conditions—overcome barriers to employment, thanks to new
Foreign Secretary David Lammy is convening European foreign ministers in London yestertoday (12 May 2025) for high-level talks aimed at countering Russian aggression and reinforcing
Counter-terror police are probing suspected arson attacks on properties linked to Prime Minister Keir Starmer, including a fire at his north London home. Reported earlier today, the incident
A massive power outage yesterday at 2:30 PM disrupted London’s Underground, suspending four lines and causing chaos during rush hour. Services have partially resumed, but delays persist,
A petition to allow all UK residents to vote for the next London Mayor has reached a significant milestone, potentially reshaping the city’s electoral process. Reported four hours ago, this