Culture
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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... -
Kneecap rapper faces terror charge in London over Hezbollah flag
One of the members of Irish rap group Kneecap appeared in a London court on Wednesday, facing a terrorism charge for allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag during a performance.Read More...
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Members of Parliament are set to vote on a "landmark" Tobacco and Vapes Bill aimed at addressing the increasing use of vapes among children and those under 18. The vote, scheduled for
Visitors to popular Welsh destinations, such as Tenby in Pembrokeshire, may face a nightly tourism tax starting in April 2027, subject to parliamentary approval. Under the proposed legislation,
London’s Mayor, Sadiq Khan, has introduced a bold initiative to create rent-controlled homes aimed at making housing more affordable for the city’s key workers. The proposed Key Worker
The UK faced widespread travel disruption on Monday as the aftermath of Storm Bert continued to wreak havoc, bringing severe flooding and claiming four lives over the weekend.
UK Unveils New Laboratory for AI Security Research at NATO Cyber Defence Conference
British workers face some of the highest job stress levels in Europe, grappling with long hours, tight deadlines, and limited autonomy—without corresponding productivity benefits, according to
The United States Air Force (USAF) has confirmed sightings of unidentified drones over three military airbases in Britain. These incidents occurred between Wednesday and Friday, involving
Storm Bert wreaked havoc across Britain and Ireland on Saturday, bringing snow, heavy rain, and powerful winds that left one person dead and caused widespread travel disruptions and
The Metropolitan Police dispatched multiple teams to Euston Station in central London after a suspicious package prompted a major security alert. The station, one of the busiest transport hubs
British home prices are set to grow faster than general inflation, while rental costs are expected to rise even more sharply. Despite these trends, affordability for first-time buyers is projected to