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Ex-Arsenal midfielder Thomas Partey appears in court over rape and sexual assault charges

Former Arsenal footballer Thomas Partey has appeared in court facing serious allegations of sexual offences.

New UK Esports initiative to strengthen digital and cyber skills in defence

A groundbreaking partnership with the International Defence Esports Games (IDEG) will enhance the digital and cyber capabilities of UK Armed Forces personnel, with a particular focus on AI,

Al-Nassr seal £43.7m deal for Chelsea forward Joao Felix

Al-Nassr have reached an agreement with Chelsea to sign Joao Felix in a deal worth up to £43.7 million.

Downing Street to host special celebration for victorious Lionesses

England’s triumphant Lionesses will be honoured at a special reception at 10 Downing Street today, following their historic win in the UEFA Women’s EURO 2025 final.

Tadej Pogačar wins fourth Tour de France, cements place among cycling legends

Tadej Pogačar confirmed his place in cycling history on Sunday by claiming his fourth Tour de France title, putting him just one victory away from matching the all-time record.

Michelle Agyemang: England’s teenage hero at Euro 2025

Just four years ago, Michelle Agyemang was a ball girl at Wembley. Now, the 19-year-old striker has become England’s unexpected star at Euro 2025 — scoring three goals in four games,

Historic Football Governance Act becomes law, ushering in a new era for English football

The Football Governance Act has officially become law after receiving Royal Assent, marking a historic moment for the future of English football. The legislation establishes a new, Independent

Usyk crushes Dubois in rematch to regain undisputed heavyweight title

Oleksandr Usyk delivered a dominant performance to stop Daniel Dubois in the fifth round and reclaim the title of undisputed heavyweight champion for a second time. The Ukrainian maestro

UK government backs bid to host 2029 World Athletics and Para Athletics Championships

The UK Government has officially announced its support for bids to host the 2029 World Athletics Championships and the 2029 World Para Athletics Championships, reaffirming the nation’s

William and Kate to attend Wimbledon men’s final

The Prince and Princess of Wales will be in attendance for the Wimbledon men’s singles final this Sunday, Kensington Palace has confirmed.

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Less processed diets may boost weight loss, UCL study finds
Eating minimally processed foods could significantly enhance weight loss compared to ultra-processed alternatives, even when both diets are nutritionally identical, according to a new clinical
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Tuition fees in England and Wales rise to £9,535
Tuition fees for undergraduate degrees in England and Wales have increased to £9,535 per year, marking the first rise since 2017. Alongside this, maintenance loans have also been raised,
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University of Edinburgh acknowledges historical ties to slavery
A new review has revealed that the University of Edinburgh financially benefited from the transatlantic slave trade and provided a platform for the development of racist ideologies in the 18th
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Oxford University Press ends publication of China-backed Forensic Journal over ethics concerns
Oxford University Press (OUP) has announced it will stop publishing Forensic Sciences Research (FSR), a journal sponsored by China’s Ministry of Justice, following long-standing ethical
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Historic East London school to close after over 460 years
A primary school in East London, founded in 1563 during the reign of Queen Elizabeth I, is set to close its doors due to a sharp decline in student numbers.
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UK introduces eVisas for Pakistani students and workers
Starting today (15 July), most Pakistani students and workers travelling to the UK will no longer require a physical visa sticker in their passports. The UK government is transitioning to a new
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Plan to add foreign soldiers' names to Oxford WW1 memorial approved
An Oxford college has received permission to add the names of foreign soldiers to its World War One memorial honoring former students.
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Westminster primary schools set to merge amid falling pupil numbers
Five primary schools in Westminster will be merged into two due to declining student numbers and financial pressures.
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New scholarship to highlight Jewish medical contributions in Wales
A new academic opportunity is being launched to uncover the rich history of Jewish healthcare professionals in Wales, from the 18th century to the present day.
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Dundee University to receive additional £40m to tackle financial crisis
The University of Dundee is set to receive an extra £40 million in government funding as it grapples with a significant financial crisis, including a £35 million deficit and the loss of around
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Homelessness Minister Rushanara Ali resigns amid rent increase controversy
Homelessness Minister Rushanara Ali has stepped down after facing accusations of hypocrisy over rent increases on a property she owns in east London.
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New research increases pressure on British Monarchy over slavery ties
A new historical discovery has intensified calls for the British monarchy to address its involvement in the transatlantic slave trade. Recent research reveals that King George IV personally
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Licensing crackdown planned for botox and filler clinics
The government has announced plans to tighten regulations on cosmetic treatments, targeting unqualified practitioners who are endangering people's health. Under new proposals, only
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Environment Agency's unique electro boom boat surveys fish health on the Thames
The Environment Agency is deploying a one-of-a-kind electro boom boat to conduct essential electric fishing surveys along the River Thames, stretching from Iffley Lock to Teddington Lock.
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Aberdeen to introduce 7% tourist tax from 2027
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Transformational gift to establish world-class concert hall at Oxford
Oxford University's cultural and musical life is set for a remarkable enhancement, thanks to a generous donation from the Sohmen family to the Humanities Division. This significant gift will
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Princess Kate curates her own art display at London’s V&A Museum
The Princess of Wales has taken a hands-on approach to art curation, selecting pieces for a special exhibition at London’s Victoria and Albert Museum.
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London Liverpool Street station unveils free exhibition celebrating 200 years of railway history
If you’re passing through London Liverpool Street station, there’s now more to see than just departure boards and coffee shops. The station has just launched a free exhibition to mark
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Brand Scotland heads to Germany
Scotland’s rising musical talents will take centre stage in Germany this week as part of Scottish Secretary Ian Murray’s ongoing Brand Scotland campaign.
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Oxford chemists confirm presence of ancient honey in 2,500-year-old Greek shrine
Researchers at the University of Oxford’s Department of Chemistry have solved a longstanding archaeological mystery by confirming that an orange-brown residue found in ancient bronze jars
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British Library acquires archive of trailblazing playwright Mustapha Matura
The British Library has acquired the archive of Mustapha Matura (1939–2019), a pioneering Black playwright and one of the first British-based dramatists of colour to have a play performed in
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National Gallery to present major Renoir exhibition in 2026: Renoir and Love
Exhibition Dates: 3 October 2026 – 31 January 2027
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Medieval scholars uncover rare original Magna Carta at Harvard
In a fascinating turn of historical detective work, medieval experts have revealed that a document long believed to be a mere copy of the Magna Carta at Harvard Law School is, in fact, an
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London duo sets world record with giant Scotch egg
What weighs nearly 8kg, has a 79.5cm circumference, and isn’t a watermelon? It’s the world’s largest Scotch egg—crafted by London-based food content creators Oli Paterson and Phoenix
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First-ever UK coin honouring Princess Anne unveiled
The Royal Mint has unveiled the first UK commemorative coin celebrating Princess Anne, marking her 75th birthday this summer.
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French town pulls Rock-en-Seine festival funding over Kneecap booking
The municipality of Saint-Cloud, a suburb of Paris, has withdrawn its €40,000 subsidy for the Rock-en-Seine music festival following the announcement that Irish rap group Kneecap is part of
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Man arrested in connection with theft of £150,000 violin
A man has been arrested as part of an investigation into the theft of a valuable 18th-century violin, worth over £150,000, stolen from a north London pub.
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Ai-Da robot unveils AI-painted portrait of King Charles III at Geneva reception
The UK Mission to the WTO and United Nations in Geneva hosted a distinctive reception this week, featuring Ai-Da — the world’s first ultra-realistic humanoid robot artist.
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