
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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Rents across Britain have surged by nearly £100 a month over the past year, according to new data from the Office for National Statistics (ONS).
The British pound slipped slightly on Wednesday after UK inflation eased more than anticipated. Consumer prices rose by 2.8% year-on-year in February, down from 3.0% in January and below

Inflation in the UK dropped to 2.8% in February, bringing a bit of good news for Chancellor Rachel Reeves just before her spring statement in the House of Commons.

A parliamentary debate on the financial crisis facing London’s boroughs will take place on the same day as the Spring Statement, a move welcomed by London Councils.

The Royal Navy has closely monitored the movement of three Russian vessels as they passed through the English Channel.

John Allan, former chairman of Tesco, has suggested that young people who are not in work, education, or training should be required to undergo military training in exchange for receiving

Supermarket giant Morrisons is set to close 52 of its in-store cafes and 17 Morrisons Daily convenience stores as it faces mounting pressure to reduce costs and stay competitive.

The UK Home Office has terminated its contract with Stay Belvedere Hotels (SBHL), a company that has been providing accommodation for asylum seekers, due to concerns about poor

Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander has officially approved plans for the £9 billion Lower Thames Crossing, a major infrastructure project connecting Kent and Essex.

The Chancellor has announced a major £2 billion funding package aimed at delivering up to 18,000 new social and affordable homes—marking the biggest boost in a generation for families in

