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Reports indicate that Poland's central bank (NBP) has significantly bolstered its gold reserves in August, potentially surpassing the gold holdings of the United Kingdom,
Former US President Donald Trump has voiced his willingness to engage in a debate with Meghan Markle regarding her alleged mistreatment of the late Queen Elizabeth II
Renowned tech magnate Elon Musk recently disclosed that he played a pivotal role in averting a potential Ukrainian assault on a Russian Navy base in the Black Sea last year.

In the wake of a devastating earthquake that rocked central Morocco, an urgent mission to rescue survivors is in progress as rescue teams sift through the debris of
On Monday, a passenger onboard a Wizz Air flight from Israel to London attempted to open the aircraft's doors mid-flight and caused panic among fellow passengers.

Rishi Sunak, the UK's Chancellor of the Exchequer, has landed in Delhi to attend a gathering of world leaders, marking a historic occasion as the first prime minister of Indian heritage to visit

In a collaborative effort involving the Spanish Civil Guard, Europol, and Italian anti-mafia investigators, a significant blow was dealt to a criminal network linked to drug trafficking in Spain's
Following the government's prohibition on the wearing of abayas and khamis in public schools, an organization has filed an appeal, leading to a hearing at France's highest

Greek Prime Minister Kyriakos Mitsotakis has attributed the recent storms wreaking havoc on Greece, Turkey, and Bulgaria to climate change. He also admitted that his center-right government

Venice is set to become the world's first city to charge day-trip tourists a €5 entry fee, marking a determined effort to alleviate the challenges posed by mass tourism, as announced by the
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London violence prevention programme reaches one million people as knife crime declines
London’s Violence Reduction Unit marks a major milestone as new figures show a 55 per cent fall in hospital admissions for young people injured in knife attacks since 2019.Read More... -
England recruits more than 3,800 magistrates in push to ease court backlogs
The UK Government has expanded the magistracy as part of a wider effort to speed up criminal proceedings, improve support for victims and modernise the justice system.Read More... -
UK launches £300 million AI biosecurity initiative to counter biological threats
The UK government has announced plans to establish a dedicated artificial intelligence research organisation aimed at strengthening the country’s defences against biological threats,Read More... -
Britain announces major AI investment package to strengthen security, industry and regional growth
The UK government has unveiled a major package of artificial intelligence investments designed to strengthen national security, support British technology companies and ensureRead More... -
UK launches initiative to help military veterans build construction careers
New programme aims to train up to 60 former service personnel in its first year, addressing construction skills shortages and supporting the delivery of new homes across London.Read More...

Culture
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Diwali celebrations at Trafalgar Square cancelled due to storm warnings
London’s annual Diwali celebration at Trafalgar Square has been cancelled at short notice because of forecast storms and safety concerns, organisers announced on Saturday.Read More... -
London to celebrate Diwali with free festival of music, dance and culture in Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square will become the centre of London’s Diwali celebrations on Sunday, 25 October, as the capital prepares to welcome thousands of residents and visitors for a free festivalRead More... -
England’s national museums to keep free admission for all visitors
Government rules out charges for international tourists as museums receive further investmentRead More... -
UK museums given three months to keep rare Renaissance bronze in Britain
British museums and galleries have been given a limited window to secure a rare Renaissance sculpture valued at more than £4.6 million, after the Government temporarily halted itsRead More... -
Oasis set to return in 2027 with massive 38-date global tour
Oasis are extending their long-awaited comeback with an ambitious 38-date tour scheduled for 2027, taking the iconic Britpop group across the UK, Ireland, continental Europe and theRead More... -
UK moves to keep Stanley Spencer’s landmark resurrection painting
The British government has stepped in to prevent a major early work by Stanley Spencer from leaving the country, giving museums and galleries a limited window to secure the paintingRead More... -
London’s record summer of live music delivers £3.4bn boost
London has enjoyed a record-breaking summer of live music, with millions of fans attending concerts across the capital as some of the world’s biggest artists took to its stadiums, arenasRead More... -
Government blocks export of rare Anglo-Saxon artefact in bid to keep national treasure in UK
The UK government has imposed a temporary export ban on an exceptionally rare Anglo-Saxon metal mount, giving museums and galleries time to raise funds to keep the historicRead More... -
Jan van Eyck’s portraits to unite in landmark National Gallery exhibition
An unprecedented gathering of works by one of the Northern Renaissance’s greatest masters will bring Jan van Eyck’s portraiture into focus at the National Gallery this winter, with all 10 ofRead More... -
Europol sounds alarm over more violent museum heists across Europe
Museum robberies are taking a more dangerous turn across Europe, with organised criminal groups increasingly using heavy tools, explosives and other forms of force to steal valuableRead More... -
London marks UNESCO day with call for action, memory and justice on the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade
City Hall brings together community leaders, artists, young Londoners and historians to honour those affected by the transatlantic slave trade and celebrate the strength of African andRead More... -
Honiara welcomes a global showcase of wildlife photography
Some of the world’s most striking wildlife photographs have arrived in the Solomon Islands, as the British High Commission and the Solomon Islands National Art Gallery open anRead More... -
Britain’s festival season stages a cautious comeback as fans pay for more
Britain’s battered music festival industry is showing tentative signs of recovery, with several major events selling out faster than expected as organisers reshape their offer aroundRead More...

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