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Man arrested in connection with theft of £150,000 violin
A man has been arrested as part of an investigation into the theft of a valuable 18th-century violin, worth over £150,000, stolen from a north London pub.Read More... -
Ai-Da robot unveils AI-painted portrait of King Charles III at Geneva reception
The UK Mission to the WTO and United Nations in Geneva hosted a distinctive reception this week, featuring Ai-Da — the world’s first ultra-realistic humanoid robot artist.Read More... -
Anglican communion considers scaling back Archbishop of Canterbury’s global role to prevent schism
The Anglican Communion is weighing reforms that would reduce the Archbishop of Canterbury’s central leadership role in a bid to hold together its 85 million members amid deepeningRead More... -
Black Sabbath farewell gig raises £140 million for charity, says director
Black Sabbath's final concert has raised a staggering £140 million for charity, according to Tom Morello, the event’s musical director and guitarist for Rage Against The Machine.Read More... -
Bayeux Tapestry to return to the UK for the first time in nearly 1,000 years
The Bayeux Tapestry, one of the most iconic pieces of medieval art, is set to be displayed in the UK for the first time since its creation over 900 years ago, the Department for Culture, MediaRead More... -
Hundreds of new homes proposed for Blenheim Palace estate
Plans to build 500 new homes on the Blenheim Palace estate have been submitted to Cherwell District Council. The development would be located east of Park View in Woodstock, Oxfordshire,Read More... -
The best moments from Oasis’ triumphant return in Cardiff
Oasis made a thunderous comeback in Cardiff, opening their reunion show with Hello and a heartfelt “it’s good to be back,” marking their first performance together in 16 years.Read More... -
Royal Academy of Music to launch new campus in East London
The Royal Academy of Music (RAM) has unveiled plans to open a new campus at London City Island in east London, promising "endless possibilities" for students and staff.Read More... -
Anna Wintour steps down as US Vogue editor-in-chief after 37 years
Dame Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue, a position she has held for an unprecedented 37 years.Read More... -
£35m George Street revamp gets council backing despite funding doubts
Plans to transform Edinburgh’s George Street have been approved by city councillors, with construction expected to begin in August 2027—if the money can be secured.Read More... -
Police seek help after £150,000 violin stolen from North London pub
Police are appealing for information after a rare 18th-century violin, valued at over £150,000, was stolen from a pub in north London.Read More... -
Chris Brown denies assault charge in London nightclub incident
Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty to assault charges related to a 2023 nightclub altercation in London. The 36-year-old US singer is accused of attacking music producer Abraham Diaw with aRead More...
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December concluded a challenging year for UK retailers, with a continued decline in shopper numbers marking the second consecutive year of decreased footfall, according to newly
Britain's latest promise to revamp the increasingly expensive social care system for elderly and disabled citizens won’t see implementation before 2028, according to an announcement made by
Shein, the fast-fashion powerhouse, is under scrutiny as UK lawmakers prepare to question the company about labor practices within its supply chain. A hearing scheduled for January 7 will see
British pension insurance deals totaled £45 billion ($56.03 billion) in 2024, according to a report released Thursday by advisory firm LCP. The report forecasts deal volumes of £40 billion to £50
Lidl’s UK division recorded a 7% increase in sales during the four weeks leading up to Christmas, driven by strong demand for festive essentials like turkey and pigs in blankets.
House prices in the UK continued their upward trajectory in December, defying expectations of a slowdown, according to a report released on Thursday by mortgage lender Nationwide.
Central London ushered in 2025 with its largest-ever celebration, as approximately 100,000 ticketholders gathered to witness a dazzling display of fireworks, lighting, and music.
Passengers across England will benefit from significant savings as the government introduces a £3 national bus fare cap, set to remain in place until the end of 2025. This £150 million
The UK is bracing for heavy snowfall and freezing temperatures this weekend, with the Met Office issuing a three-day yellow snow warning across much of England, Wales, southern Scotland,
Home Office data released on New Year's Day reveals that 36,816 people crossed the English Channel in small boats during 2024, marking an increase from the previous year, though still fewer