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Meghan Markle is set to receive a Women of Vision award from Gloria Steinem at the Ms. Foundation's annual gala in New York next month. The Duchess of Sussex is being honored for her
McDonald's prepares to lay off corporate staff, closes all US offices and cancels in-person meetings

Fast-food giant McDonald's has temporarily closed all of its US offices in preparation for a round of layoffs. In an internal memo seen by The Wall Street Journal, McDonald's revealed that the

Two women in Iran have been arrested after being attacked with yogurt for not covering their hair in public. The attack was caught on camera and went viral on social media. In the video, the

The British Ambassador to Japan, Julia Longbottom, has urged energy companies to seize the opportunities presented by the UK's trade deal with 11 Asian and Pacific countries, following its
British minister for Scotland makes official visit to Spain to strengthen economic and cultural ties

During his visit he met with representatives from the Iberdrola Group, one of the largest utility companies in the world and owners of Scottish Power. Their Innovation and Training Campus in

US journalist Evan Gershkovich has been arrested in Russia and accused of spying while working for the Wall Street Journal. The experienced Russia reporter was working in the city of

King Charles made history today as the first British monarch to address the Bundestag in Berlin. His Majesty delivered his speech almost entirely in German, which garnered nods of approval

According to the City of London Corporation's annual survey, London is no longer the clear leader among global financial centers, as New York has now risen from second place to level peg with

An amateur gold digger in Australia struck gold when he discovered a massive 4.6kg gold nugget worth about $160,000 (A$240,000). Armed with an inexpensive metal detector, the man, who

King Charles, the British monarch, is embarking on his first state visit abroad since assuming the throne in September. The purpose of the visit is to strengthen the relationship between Britain
UK News
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UK Universal Credit reforms 2026: lower health payments, higher standard allowance and new back-to-work support
The UK government has launched sweeping changes to Universal Credit, aiming to reshape a welfare system long criticised for discouraging employment among people with health conditions.Read More... -
UK cost of living: Starmer scraps two-child benefit cap, raises pensions and minimum wage in sweeping April 2026 reforms
Families across Britain woke up to a raft of financial changes on Monday as some of the most significant welfare and workers' rights reforms in years took effect — all against the backdrop ofRead More... -
NHS rolls out record 1,141 new ambulances across England to cut response times and boost emergency care
England’s ambulance services have received a major upgrade, with a record number of new and replacement vehicles hitting the roads over the past year—offering a significant boost toRead More... -
UK confirms marmalade name safe: no EU rule will force “citrus marmalade” rebrand
Fears that Britain’s beloved marmalade could be forced into a post-Brexit identity change have been firmly dismissed by the UK Government, which insists no relabelling will be required underRead More...

Culture
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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... -
Lady Mayor hosts landmark Mansion House dinner celebrating women leaders and future trailblazers in the UK
In a historic first for Mansion House, the official residence of the City of London’s Lord Mayor, a special dinner was held to honour the achievements of women leaders across the UK and theRead More... -
Natural History Museum becomes UK’s most visited attraction in 2025, surpassing British Museum
London’s Natural History Museum has claimed the spot as the United Kingdom’s most popular tourist attraction in 2025, drawing a record-breaking 7.1 million visitors over the year.Read More... -
IWM acquires Dame Vera Lynn’s wartime archive: 600 letters reveal untold stories of love and loss
The Imperial War Museums (IWM) has secured a remarkable piece of British history with the acquisition of the complete Second World War archive of Dame Vera Lynn — the belovedRead More... -
UK City of Culture 2029: nine destinations shortlisted as cultural race heats up
Nine destinations across the UK have been officially longlisted in the race to become the UK City of Culture for 2029, marking the next phase of one of the country’s most influential culturalRead More... -
Paris museum unveils enchanting “Unicorns!” exhibition exploring myth across cultures
The Musée National du Moyen Âge, also known as the Musée de Cluny, is inviting visitors into a world where myth meets history with its captivating exhibition, “Unicorns!”. The show delvesRead More...

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