UK News
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UK Space Agency backs Magdrive’s DEEP Lab to propel next-generation satellite technology
A new state-of-the-art laboratory designed to advance the UK’s satellite propulsion capabilities has officially opened at the Harwell Science and Innovation Campus in Oxfordshire.Read More... -
London Councils urge boroughs to keep half of overnight visitor levy to boost local services and tourism
London Councils has called on the government to allow London boroughs to retain at least 50% of revenue raised through a future overnight visitor levy, arguingRead More... -
UK government sets out plan to boost Scottish farming and rural growth at NFUS conference
The UK Government has outlined fresh measures aimed at strengthening Scotland’s farming sector and supporting long-term growth in rural communities, asRead More... -
£7.1m cannabis farm found in Wick as CNC backs major police Scotland operation
A major cannabis cultivation with an estimated street value of £7.1 million has been uncovered in Wick following a Police Scotland–led operation supported by theRead More... -
Lidl UK raises store staff pay above inflation as supermarket wage competition intensifies
Lidl GB has joined rivals Aldi UK and Sainsbury’s in awarding store staff an above-inflation pay rise, adding to mounting pressure across Britain’s supermarketRead More...

Culture
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Inside ICG PR: how an international PR agency shapes reputation for luxury, fashion, and cultural brands
Interview: the co-founder of Iris Consulting Group Iryna Kotlyarevska on building global visibility with cultural intelligenceRead More... -
London Zoo’s giraffes take centre stage in New London Underground poster celebrating 200 years of ZSL
London Zoo’s iconic giraffes have stepped into the spotlight with the launch of a striking new London Underground poster, marking the start of ZSL’s 200th anniversaryRead More... -
Rare 18th-century ‘Shock Dog’ sculpture by Anne Damer faces possible export from the UK
A rare 18th-century terracotta sculpture of a dog by pioneering British artist Anne Seymour Damer has been placed under a temporary export bar, amid concerns it could leave the UK unless aRead More... -
Astronomers Take Over: hands-on space gallery and live Planetarium shows launch at the National Maritime Museum
A new space adventure is landing in Greenwich. ‘Astronomers Take Over’, a playful, hands-on gallery led by real astronomers, opens at the National Maritime MuseumRead More... -
UK Prime Minister champions British theatre’s growing success in China during Shanghai visit
The Prime Minister has highlighted the growing global influence of British theatre during a visit to Shanghai, underlining how the UK’s creative industries are driving economic growth andRead More... -
King Charles and Queen Camilla host green carpet premiere at Windsor Castle for new Amazon prime film
King Charles, with Queen Camilla by his side, opened the doors of the longest-occupied castle in Europe for a sparkling evening at Windsor Castle, marking the premiere of ‘Finding Harmony –Read More... -
Karen Newman appointed to sculpt Queen Elizabeth II for National Memorial in St James’s Park
Renowned British sculptor Karen Newman MRSS has been appointed to create a new sculpture of Queen Elizabeth II as part of the UK’s national memorial to the late Monarch, the QueenRead More... -
UK government unveils £1.5bn culture investment to save 1,000 local venues and restore national pride
The government has announced a landmark £1.5 billion investment in arts, culture and heritage, pledging to safeguard more than 1,000 local venues across England and reverse years ofRead More... -
Museum of Oxford reveals 2026 programme focused on community stories, talks and events
The Museum of Oxford has unveiled its 2026 programme, setting out a year of talks, tours and hands-on events that place local people and shared histories firmly centre stage. The newRead More... -
£9m Claude Lorrain masterpiece faces possible export as UK scrambles to keep Baroque treasure
A Baroque landscape masterpiece valued at £9 million has been placed under a temporary export ban, giving UK institutions a final opportunity to keep the work in the country.Read More... -
Welsh towns invited to compete for first-ever UK Town of Culture title
Could a Welsh town become the very first UK Town of Culture? Communities across Wales are being invited to step into the national spotlight as the UK launches its inaugural Town of CultureRead More... -
In Bloom: How plants shaped Britain and the modern world
Plants surround us every day – in our gardens, our homes and even in our cups of tea – yet few of us stop to consider the extraordinary journeys they have taken to get here.Read More...

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UK Sanctions Coordinator met with US, EU and Canadian counterparts to discuss continued cooperation on Myanmar sanctions efforts.
The UK and Albanian governments have agreed a ground-breaking arrangement that will see hundreds of Albanian prisoners returned to their home country in

The British Government supported the participation of Guatemala in a 10-day AgriTech Trade Mission that took place from 19-29 March. The attendees were able to visit several places in the

The Family Medical Centre, has just become the first testing centre in Solomon Islands accredited by the UK Visa and Immigration Office to conduct TB tests.

In a significant stride towards gender equality in the country's legislative body, four female lawmakers have been elected as the first deputies representing three
UK Minister for Europe Leo Docherty is making his first visit to Armenia on 22 and 23 May to further strengthen bilateral relations.
In a powerful appeal for international support, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky invoked the tragic history of Hiroshima during his visit to Japan for the G7

German authorities have initiated an investigation into the suspected poisoning of Russian opposition figures in Berlin, as reported by various media outlets.

In the aftermath of the recent elections, Belfast City Council now sees less than a third of its seats held by unionists, while Sinn Fein solidifies its position as the largest

British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak emphasized that China represents the most significant global challenge to security and prosperity, while also suggesting that complete

