
Culture
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Barbican to host Liam Young’s first UK solo exhibition in 2026
The Barbican has announced ‘In Other Worlds’, the first UK solo exhibition by artist, director and BAFTA-nominated producer Liam Young. Opening May 2026, the immersive show will exploreRead More... -
The Manchester Museum displays thousands of African artefacts it knows little about
A museum in northwest England has unveiled a new gallery showcasing thousands of African artefacts, many of which the institution admits it knows very little about. The exhibition aims toRead More... -
Captain John Narbrough’s journal faces export ban amid fears it could leave the UK
A rare 17th-century manuscript journal documenting Captain John Narbrough’s secret expedition to Spanish America and the Pacific has been placed under a temporary export ban, giving UKRead More... -
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...

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Greggs has announced a surge in sales and profits for 2024, driven by new store openings, extended hours, and price adjustments.
Grocery inflation in the UK remained unchanged in February, according to market research firm Kantar. The firm noted that supermarket promotions played a significant role in boosting sales as
British homebuyers borrowed more in new mortgages in January than at any time since September 2022, while mortgage approvals dipped slightly ahead of the end of a temporary property
British homebuyers borrowed more in new mortgages in January than in any month since September 2022, while mortgage approvals declined slightly but remained stronger than expected,

British manufacturers slashed jobs at the sharpest pace in nearly five years last month as rising payroll taxes and sluggish demand weighed on the sector, according to a survey

UK Prime Minister Keir Starmer warmly welcomed Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky to Downing Street on Saturday, just a day after Zelensky's tense exchange with former US President

Many Jamaicans want to remove King Charles as their head of state, but a bill introduced by the government to achieve this has frustrated some critics who believe the country should go even
London Mayor Sadiq Khan has launched a public consultation on ambitious plans to revamp Oxford Street, marking the biggest transformation in its history. The proposals include potential

New initiative aims to increase London’s productivity, raise household incomes, and generate £27bn in additional tax revenue for public services.

British house prices rose by 0.4% in February compared to January, surpassing economists’ expectations, according to mortgage lender Nationwide. This stronger-than-anticipated increase

