Culture
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National Gallery receives £375m boost for landmark expansion
The National Gallery in London is preparing for a major transformation after securing a record-breaking £375 million in donations to fund a brand-new wing.Read More... -
Turns out David Bowie still had one more surprise up his sleeve
When he passed away in 2016, the world thought his last artistic statement was Blackstar – that haunting, brilliant final album shaped by his own awareness of mortality. But tucked away,Read More... -
Part of Victorian building collapses in Cleckheaton
A section of a former Victorian church, now used as a wedding venue, has collapsed onto a busy street in Cleckheaton, West Yorkshire.Read More... -
Black culture festival returns to Trafalgar Square this weekend
Trafalgar Square is set to come alive this weekend with the return of Black On The Square—a free festival celebrating Black culture, creativity, and community. Running from 12pm to 6pm, theRead More... -
Take a book, leave a Book: South London gets four new mini libraries
If you love books and the idea of swapping stories with your community, you’re in luck—Penguin Books is setting up four new “Book Stops” across South London this month.Read More... -
His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards 2026–2027
Nominations are now open for the 2026 His Majesty’s Lord-Lieutenant Certificates of Merit awards.Read More... -
“Toxic bullying culture” and “pandering to far right”: South London councillor walks away from Labour
A Lambeth councillor has dramatically quit the Labour Party, accusing it of fostering a “toxic culture of bullying” and “pandering to the far right.”Read More... -
For the very first time, Queen Marie of Romania’s delicate floral watercolors are heading to London
From September 18 to October 12, her works—kept safe for over a century in the manuscripts of the Romanian Academy—will be shown at The King’s Foundation Garrison Chapel Gallery,Read More... -
A huge Japanese food & culture festival is coming to London next month – and it’s totally free
For one day only, Trafalgar Square will transform into a vibrant hub of Japanese food, music, and traditions – and you won’t want to miss it. On September 21, the UK’s biggest annualRead More... -
Why England’s streets are suddenly covered in flags
Lately, if you’ve been driving around parts of England, you’ve probably noticed something unusual: lampposts covered in Union Jacks and St George’s crosses. In places like Birmingham,Read More... -
Notting Hill Carnival safety crackdown: 100 arrests and 50 weapons seized
Police have launched a major safety operation ahead of this year’s Notting Hill Carnival, arresting 100 people and seizing dozens of weapons in a bid to keep the huge celebration safe.Read More... -
Norwich castle reopens after £27.5 million transformation
After nearly five years behind scaffolding, one of England’s most iconic Norman landmarks has reopened its doors. Norwich Castle Keep – first built almost 900 years ago – has undergone aRead More...
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HSBC has lost its appeal to overturn a London court decision allowing a senior banker’s discrimination lawsuit to proceed. The case involves allegations that the bank victimized and
Sterling reached its strongest level against the euro in two-and-a-half years on Wednesday, buoyed by a relatively hawkish Bank of England (BoE) stance and political uncertainty in France and
Marks & Spencer (M&S), one of Britain’s leading retailers, is entering the crucial Christmas trading period with strong momentum in its food business. According to market researcher NIQ,
London’s Canary Wharf business district announced on Tuesday that it has secured a £610 million ($777 million) refinancing deal from U.S. investment firm Apollo Global Management.
Billionaire property magnate Nick Candy has announced a significant financial commitment to Reform UK, pledging a "seven-figure" sum after resigning from the Conservative Party to join the
British consumers faced mounting pressure on their budgets last month as grocery price inflation ticked upward, according to data released on Tuesday.
Over 100 Londoners came together on Sunday, December 8, to participate in the largest-ever national dialogue about the future of the NHS. With waiting lists in the region exceeding
Domino's Pizza Group in the UK has announced a new five-year agreement with its franchise partners, aiming to accelerate store expansion and foster further investments.
Professional dog walkers will soon be required to pay an annual fee of £365 to operate on Banstead Commons, according to the Banstead Commons Conservators (BCC). The new licensing
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has unveiled the new Greener Schools pilot programme, an initiative aimed at reducing energy costs and carbon emissions in schools across the capital.