Culture
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Export bars placed on two 18th century Agostino Brunias paintings
Two paintings by the 18th-century Italian artist Agostino Brunias, both depicting scenes from the Caribbean island of St Vincent, have been placed under temporary export bars to give UKRead More... -
Pope recognizes Antoni Gaudí's "heroic virtues," puts him on path to sainthood
The Vatican has taken a significant step toward making renowned Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí a saint, officially recognizing his "heroic virtues." Often referred to as "God's architect,"Read More... -
Britain’s oldest Indian restaurant faces closure amid Central London lease dispute
Veeraswamy, the UK's oldest Indian restaurant, is facing the threat of closure just before reaching its centenary, due to a lease disagreement with the Crown Estate.Read More... -
Communities invited to nominate beloved UK traditions for National Heritage List
This summer, communities across the UK will be able to nominate their favourite traditions—from iconic celebrations like Notting Hill Carnival and Hogmanay to time-honoured crafts likeRead More... -
£20m museum renewal fund opens for England’s civic museums
Civic museums across England can now apply for a share of the new £20 million Museum Renewal Fund, aimed at boosting access to collections, enhancing educational programmes, andRead More... -
The underrated UK city that was England’s first capital — 1,000 years before London
Tucked away in Essex lies a city that predates London as England's capital by over a millennium. Rich in Roman and medieval history, Colchester only officially became a city in 2022 as part ofRead More... -
Universal Studios to open first UK theme park in Bedford by 2031, creating 28,000 jobs
The UK is officially getting its first Universal Studios theme park, with a grand opening set for 2031. The landmark project, backed by the UK government, is expected to bring in a staggeringRead More... -
MI5 lifts the veil on 115 years of secrets in new exhibition
For the first time in its 115-year history, MI5 is pulling back the curtain on its shadowy past. A new exhibition at the National Archives in London, MI5: Official Secrets, offers the public anRead More... -
Tourist tax could help revive London’s arts and culture scene
A growing number of voices are calling on the government to allow London to introduce a tourist tax, similar to those already in place in many popular European cities. The Centre for LondonRead More... -
£1bn Chinese ceramics gift to British Museum approved
The Charity Commission has officially approved the largest donation in the British Museum’s history—a collection of Chinese ceramics valued at around £1 billion.Read More... -
UK to return Nazi-looted painting to Jewish family
A 17th-century painting stolen by the Nazis in 1940 from a Jewish art collector in Belgium is set to be returned to the collector’s descendants, the British government announced on Saturday,Read More... -
Queen Camilla launches new Reading Medal to celebrate literary champions
Queen Camilla has unveiled The Queen’s Reading Room Medal, a new honor recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to promoting books, reading, and literature in theirRead More... -
Blackpool Pleasure Beach to cut hours and close rides after £2.7m loss
One of the UK’s most iconic theme parks, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, has announced it will be closing some rides and reducing opening hours following a £2.7 million pre-tax loss.Read More...
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Shares of major British bookmakers Entain (ENT.L), Evoke (EVOK.L), and Flutter (FLTRF.L) fell sharply on Monday following a report that the Labour government may impose a £3 billion
Optimism among large British businesses weakened ahead of the first annual budget of the newly elected Labour government, as concerns about global geopolitics dampened the outlook,
Labour’s long-standing support among Britain's Muslim voters declined significantly in this year’s general election due to the party’s stance on the Gaza war, according to recent figures.
A critical alert has been issued regarding Facebook and Gmail, as numerous users in the UK have reported being victims of hacking incidents. It is imperative for anyone with an email or social
The weekend will conclude with predominantly dry conditions throughout the UK, although temperatures will remain relatively low. In the coming days, a significant shift is anticipated as winds
Britain has officially unveiled its first comprehensive industrial strategy in seven years, coinciding with a significant investment summit in London. This initiative, announced on Sunday, reflects
As Elon Musk's social media platform, X (formerly Twitter), struggles to retain users in key markets, several British police forces are scaling back their presence on the platform, with one force
A far-right group, Patriotic Alternative, has raised almost £15,000 to support the families of individuals imprisoned for their involvement in anti-immigration riots across the UK this summer.
Religious hate crime incidents recorded by police in England and Wales have surged by 25% over the past year, with a significant rise in offences targeting Jewish and Muslim communities
The UK economy grew by 0.2% in August, according to figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). This modest increase in gross domestic product (GDP) follows two months of