UK News
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UK home prices expected to outpace inflation, rent increases to surge: Reuters pollBritish 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...Read More...
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Man admits guilt in UK 'Russia-backed' arson caseA massive fire at a Ukrainian-linked business in east London in March 2024 required the efforts of 60 firefighters to bring it under control, according to the London Fire Brigade.Read More...
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New skills hubs to boost construction workforce and drive housing growth in BritainA major new initiative aims to accelerate homebuilding in the UK by creating thousands of construction apprenticeship opportunities annually. Backed by a £140 million investment from industryRead More...
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Energy bills set to rise for most Britons following 1.2% price cap increaseMillions of households across Britain will face higher energy bills from January as Ofgem, the UK energy regulator, announced a 1.2% increase in its domestic price cap. The adjustment reflectsRead More...
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More women hired in senior UK fund roles, but top-paid positions still male-dominatedThe representation of women in senior roles within the UK investment management sector improved in 2023, though top-paid positions remain overwhelmingly held by men, according toRead More...
Culture
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London's pie and mash makers push for protected status to preserve Cockney traditionRick Poole, who grew up in his family’s pie and mash shop in London, is hopeful that a new campaign to secure protected status for the traditional Cockney dish will ensure its survival forRead More...
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Two Roman mosaics face risk of leaving the UKTwo Roman mosaics, valued at a combined total of £560,000, have been placed under a temporary export bar in an effort to give UK museums, galleries, or institutions the opportunity toRead More...
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UK author Samantha Harvey has won the Booker Prize for her ‘amazing’ space station novel ‘Orbital’Samantha Harvey poses with the prize and her book "Orbital" at the Booker Prize Awards 2024, in London.Read More...
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Wales advances with tourism tax proposalThis month, the Welsh Parliament will begin considering a new law that could introduce a tourism tax for overnight visitors in certain areas of Wales. The proposal would grant local councils theRead More...
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Buckingham Palace to reveal more of Its hidden secrets to visitorsBuckingham Palace is set to reveal even more of its iconic spaces to the public during its traditional summer opening, offering an unprecedented experience for visitors.Read More...
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Book reveals King has cut off Prince Andrew’s fundingPrince Andrew’s financial support from King Charles has been terminated, claims a newly updated royal biography. The Duke of York, who has been facing significant financial challengesRead More...
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Renovation costs for Norwich Castle soar to £27.5mThe cost of a major restoration project at Norwich Castle, which aims to revitalize parts of the 900-year-old landmark, has significantly increased as the project nears completion.Read More...
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London's oldest garden centre with 'top-notch plants' ranked among the UK's bestTwo of London’s beloved garden centres have earned spots on Mail Online’s list of the best in the UK, highlighting popular destinations for both plant enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.Read More...
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UCL staff raise alarms over ‘dismantling’ of University Art MuseumUniversity College London (UCL) staff have expressed strong objections to the institution’s plans to repurpose its historic Art Museum, voicing concerns that the proposal disregards theRead More...
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Discover Ufford: Suffolk's charming village with an award-winning pub and scenic walksSuffolk is known for its charming towns and villages, but this week we’re highlighting Ufford, a village that offers more than just picturesque scenery. With an award-winning pub and plenty ofRead More...
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UK’s National Gallery implements liquid ban following activist attacks on artworksThe National Gallery in London has introduced a ban on liquids in response to a series of activist attacks on its artworks, including Vincent van Gogh's iconic Sunflowers.Read More...
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Little Portugal: three restaurants to experience in London's Portuguese communityThe Portuguese population in this area of South Lambeth boasts a variety of exceptional dining options.Read More...
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World News
The new British Ambassador Jill Gallard CMG takes office on 11 November 2020. She is the first female British Ambassador to Germany.
The British embassy in Japan announced it has signed the UK–Japan Comprehensive Economic Partnership Agreement (CEPA).
Roche announced today that it intends to launch a high-volume SARS-CoV-2 Antigen test as an aid in the diagnosis of Severe Acute Respiratory Syndrome Coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2)
Tehran on Sunday abruptly postponed a new trial of British-Iranian woman Nazanin Zaghari-Ratcliffe, according to her husband, who accused the Islamic republic of treating his wife as "a piece
Big oil producers are pinning their future growth on the world's insatiable appetite for plastic, researchers said Friday, in a "bet" on society's failure to tackle disposable consumption
The Soviet-designednerve agent Novichok that Germany says poisoned Russian opposition figure Alexei Navalny is a military-grade toxin banned as a chemical weapon after it was
After Britain ordered the phased removal of Huawei from its 5G network, attention has now switched to China's role in other areas of the UK, particularly its involvement in key nuclear power
A bug involving US-based telecoms giant CenturyLink briefly interrupted internet service in several global markets Sunday, affecting popular streaming services, gaming platforms and webcasts
Pro-democracy activist Joshua Wong told on Sunday (Aug 23) how he constantly feared arrest following the imposition of a new security law in Hong Kong, in a virtual appearance at British
President Donald Trump announced Wednesday that Secretary of State Mike Pompeo will activate a controversial mechanism aimed at reimposing UN sanctions on Iran, escalating a row with