
Culture
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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... -
Children’s author Iryna Kotlyarevska: “Stories born from family evenings”
Iryna Kotlyarevska is a name increasingly found on the shelves of family libraries. A mother of four, a Bachelor of Philosophy, a Master of Political Science, and the creator of the worlds ofRead More... -
Ashmolean Museum passes one million visitors for first time since 2008
The Ashmolean Museum in Oxford has recorded more than one million visitors in a single year, the first time it has reached the milestone in 16 years, the institutionRead More... -
Writer’s Award 2026 honours Jacqueline Crooks and Vanessa Londoño
Jacqueline Crooks and Vanessa Londoño have been named the 2026 recipients of the Eccles Institute and Hay Festival Global Writer’s Award. The announcement was made Monday evening atRead More... -
At Britain’s first plant-based Michelin-Star restaurant, most diners aren’t vegan
At Plates, the first fully plant-based restaurant in Britain to earn a Michelin star, the dining room is full most nights — yet the vast majority of guests aren’t vegan.Read More...

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Health Secretary Wes Streeting has admitted that Labour’s decision to restrict winter fuel payments contributed to the party's poor performance in last week’s local elections.

The UK government is updating its secret war plans amid increasing fears of a potential military attack by Russia, following repeated threats from Moscow in response to Britain’s ongoing

Reforms aimed at accelerating the construction of new homes, transport links, and clean energy projects could add up to £7.5 billion to the UK economy over the next decade, according to

The UK used car market remained stable in April, with retail prices edging up, vehicles selling more quickly, and sales volumes growing, according to new data from Auto Trader.
U.S.-based meal delivery giant DoorDash has agreed to acquire British competitor Deliveroo for £2.9 billion ($3.85 billion), the companies announced Tuesday. The deal is aimed at expanding

The British Pound (GBP) edged higher to around 1.3285 against the US Dollar (USD) during European trading hours on Monday, recovering from an earlier dip to 1.3260. This modest rebound
As the UK prepares to mark VE Day, the Government has unveiled VALOUR—a nationwide support system aimed at improving access to essential care and services for veterans. Part of the

King Charles, alongside senior members of the royal family, is set to lead a series of commemorative events marking the 80th anniversary of Victory in Europe (VE) Day—the day Nazi Germany
Uber is now allowing riders in most UK cities to pay for their trips with cash, expanding beyond its traditional card-only model. The option, currently unavailable in London while under review,

Eight men, including seven Iranian nationals, have been taken into custody following two separate counter-terrorism investigations carried out by UK police.

