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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... -
Louvre workers strike over overtourism, forcing sudden museum closure
The Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum, was forced to close its doors Monday after staff staged a spontaneous strike, citing unbearable working conditions and the overwhelming crush ofRead More... -
Pulp score first UK number one album in 27 years with more
Indie rock legends Pulp have returned to the top of the UK album charts for the first time in nearly three decades, with their latest release More debuting at number one, according to theRead More... -
Jonathan Anderson named creative director for both men's and women's collections at Dior
Jonathan Anderson, the celebrated Northern Irish designer, has been appointed creative director of both the men’s and women’s collections at Dior — marking a historic first for the FrenchRead More... -
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...
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British retailers saw a slowdown in sales growth last month, despite being buoyed by strong consumer demand for new technology, according to official data.
As speculation mounts over what British finance minister Rachel Reeves might include in her upcoming tax and spending plan this month, one thing seems certain—she will emphasize that it’s
The first batch of tickets for the Mayor of London’s renowned New Year’s Eve fireworks display will go on sale at midday on Friday, October 18. This marks the first of two ticket releases for
The UK has launched its most significant sanctions to date against Russia’s "shadow fleet" of oil tankers, striking at the core of the revenue streams funding President Putin's war effort.
The number of women in leadership positions in corporate Britain has declined for the first time in eight years, according to a report published on Thursday. This "unacceptable" setback may
London Underground staff, including drivers, are set to strike next month in a dispute over pay and working conditions, according to the ASLEF trade union.
Brexit has cost London's financial hub around 40,000 jobs, according to Michael Mainelli, the Lord Mayor of the City of London. This impact is significantly greater than earlier estimates.
The British pound fell on Wednesday following the release of data indicating that inflation in the UK slowed more than anticipated in September. This easing of inflation raises the likelihood of
Sales growth at British supermarkets gained momentum over the past month, driven by early Christmas shopping, according to industry data released on Wednesday.
A major constitutional reform took a significant step forward today [Tuesday 15 October] with the Second Reading of the House of Lords (Hereditary Peers) Bill in the House of Commons.