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On 19 June, the British Embassy hosted a celebration of the official birthday of King Charles III. This is the first King’s Birthday Party since His Majesty the King acceded to the throne of the

UK Visas and Immigration (UKVI) is moving all visa fee payments to online only and the capability to pay cash at the Visa Application Centre will stop.
South Africa's Chief Rabbi Warren Goldstein is calling on the country's president to use his upcoming meeting with Russian President Vladimir Putin to advocate for the release of

A group of MPs and peers visited MOD Gibraltar this month as part of the Armed Forces Parliamentary Scheme (AFPS).

The Rt Hon Alex Chalk MP KC, Lord Chancellor and Secretary of State for Justice, was in Paris today (19 June) where he held meetings with his counterpart Éric Dupond-Moretti, Minister of

Australia has prevented Russia from constructing a new embassy near its parliament, citing the risk of espionage. Prime Minister Anthony Albanese stated that intelligence agencies had
The Secretary of State for Food and Rural Affairs Thérèse Coffey has this week reaffirmed the UK’s commitment to improving global food security through sustainable agriculture.

The UK and France’s most senior military officers have gathered in London to celebrate the importance of our military relationship, while attending ceremonial events including the Trooping
Rishi Sunak, the Prime Minister of the United Kingdom, plans to appeal to entrepreneurs and businesses to increase their investment in Ukraine during an upcoming conference aimed at

Sir Richard Branson's space tourism company, Virgin Galactic, has announced plans to launch its first commercial flight by the end of this month. The flight, named Galactic 01, is scheduled for
UK News
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Prince Harry faces libel lawsuit from charity he co-founded amid bitter fallout
A charity once closely tied to Prince Harry has launched legal action against the royal, marking a dramatic escalation in a dispute that has shaken one of his most personal philanthropicRead More... -
Mass arrests in London as protesters defy ban on Palestine Action
More than 200 people were arrested in central London on Saturday as tensions escalated over the controversial ban on the activist group Palestine Action. The Metropolitan Police confirmedRead More... -
New £5m security boost brings more counter-terror officers to UK streets
A £5 million funding boost will see more specially trained police officers deployed across the UK to deter crime and prevent potential terrorist attacks in busy public areas.Read More... -
UK authorities arrest suspect after deadly Channel crossing as migration pressures intensify
British authorities have arrested a 27-year-old Sudanese man following a fatal small-boat crossing in the English Channel that left four migrants dead, highlighting the ongoing dangers ofRead More...

Culture
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Paddington and Sondheim lead the pack as Olivier Awards mark 50 years of theatre excellence
London’s theatre scene is buzzing ahead of this year’s Olivier Awards, where a charming Peruvian bear and a classic Stephen Sondheim musical are tied at the top of the nominations list.Read More... -
A century of Marilyn: landmark London exhibition reexamines the woman behind the icon
In 2026, London’s National Portrait Gallery will mark the 100th anniversary of Marilyn Monroe with a major exhibition that promises to go beyond the myth and into the making of one of theRead More... -
£4 million boost brings new life to UK museums and expands public access
A fresh wave of investment is set to transform museums and galleries across the UK, with £4 million allocated to improve access, modernise displays, and better preserve collections for futureRead More... -
Kanye West banned from UK over antisemitism row, Wireless Festival 2026 cancelled
Britain has barred U.S. rapper Kanye West, now known as Ye, from entering the country, forcing the cancellation of London’s Wireless Festival where he had been scheduled to headline in July.Read More... -
Who stood behind Western support for Ukraine’s independence?
From the life story of British politician Stefan TerlezkyRead More... -
London secures £4.66m lifeline for Notting Hill Carnival as iconic festival marks 60 years
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has stepped in with a crucial £4.66 million funding package to ensure the Notting Hill Carnival goes ahead this August, as the world-famous event celebratesRead More... -
Paul McCartney announces new album “The Boys of Dungeon Lane,” a nostalgic return to Liverpool roots
Legendary musician Paul McCartney is set to release his first solo album in more than five years, offering fans an intimate journey back to his childhood streets in Liverpool. The upcomingRead More... -
The National Gallery visitor numbers surge 29% in 2025 after bicentenary and Sainsbury Wing reopening
The National Gallery has reported a remarkable resurgence in visitor numbers, with a 29% increase in attendance during 2025 following its landmark bicentenary celebrations and theRead More... -
The National Lottery Heritage Fund has awarded £141,000 to preserve historic synagogues
A new grant from the National Lottery will help preserve historic synagogues in areas such as Wales, Brighton, and the East End, addressing the challenges of declining congregations andRead More...

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