UK News
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Record £14.5 billion in export financing supports 70,000 UK jobs
UK Export Finance (UKEF) delivered a record £14.5 billion in new support last year, backing over 667 UK businesses and helping to sustain up to 70,000 jobs, accordingRead More... -
Reckitt sells majority stake in Cillit Bang and Calgon Unit for up to £3.6 billion
Reckitt Benckiser has struck a deal valued at up to $4.8 billion (£3.6 billion) to sell a majority share of its household cleaning division, which includes brands like Cillit Bang and Calgon.Read More... -
Foreign investors rediscover London’s stock market
After years of lagging behind its European peers, Britain’s stock market is starting to shine again—drawing renewed interest from foreign investors enticed by undervalued stocks, lighterRead More... -
UK proposes lowering national voting age to 16 in landmark reform
The United Kingdom is set to become one of the first European nations to lower the national voting age to 16, under a proposal introduced by the government on Thursday. If passed byRead More... -
Mayor to host inaugural London-Africa Business Summit
London will host its first-ever London-Africa Business Summit next year, Mayor Sadiq Khan announced during a trade mission across the African continent.Read More...
Culture
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French town pulls Rock-en-Seine festival funding over Kneecap booking
The municipality of Saint-Cloud, a suburb of Paris, has withdrawn its €40,000 subsidy for the Rock-en-Seine music festival following the announcement that Irish rap group Kneecap is part ofRead More... -
Man arrested in connection with theft of £150,000 violin
A man has been arrested as part of an investigation into the theft of a valuable 18th-century violin, worth over £150,000, stolen from a north London pub.Read More... -
Ai-Da robot unveils AI-painted portrait of King Charles III at Geneva reception
The UK Mission to the WTO and United Nations in Geneva hosted a distinctive reception this week, featuring Ai-Da — the world’s first ultra-realistic humanoid robot artist.Read More... -
Anglican communion considers scaling back Archbishop of Canterbury’s global role to prevent schism
The Anglican Communion is weighing reforms that would reduce the Archbishop of Canterbury’s central leadership role in a bid to hold together its 85 million members amid deepeningRead More... -
Black Sabbath farewell gig raises £140 million for charity, says director
Black Sabbath's final concert has raised a staggering £140 million for charity, according to Tom Morello, the event’s musical director and guitarist for Rage Against The Machine.Read More... -
Bayeux Tapestry to return to the UK for the first time in nearly 1,000 years
The Bayeux Tapestry, one of the most iconic pieces of medieval art, is set to be displayed in the UK for the first time since its creation over 900 years ago, the Department for Culture, MediaRead More... -
Hundreds of new homes proposed for Blenheim Palace estate
Plans to build 500 new homes on the Blenheim Palace estate have been submitted to Cherwell District Council. The development would be located east of Park View in Woodstock, Oxfordshire,Read More... -
The best moments from Oasis’ triumphant return in Cardiff
Oasis made a thunderous comeback in Cardiff, opening their reunion show with Hello and a heartfelt “it’s good to be back,” marking their first performance together in 16 years.Read More... -
Royal Academy of Music to launch new campus in East London
The Royal Academy of Music (RAM) has unveiled plans to open a new campus at London City Island in east London, promising "endless possibilities" for students and staff.Read More... -
Anna Wintour steps down as US Vogue editor-in-chief after 37 years
Dame Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue, a position she has held for an unprecedented 37 years.Read More... -
£35m George Street revamp gets council backing despite funding doubts
Plans to transform Edinburgh’s George Street have been approved by city councillors, with construction expected to begin in August 2027—if the money can be secured.Read More... -
Police seek help after £150,000 violin stolen from North London pub
Police are appealing for information after a rare 18th-century violin, valued at over £150,000, was stolen from a pub in north London.Read More...
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This ambitious yet comfortable journey offers an immersive way to reach Tunisia, setting the stage for an unforgettable exploration of its rich history, cuisine, and vibrant medinas.
The BBC has issued an apology after a presenter mistakenly referred to Israeli hostages held by Hamas as “prisoners.”
Markets tumbled today as former U.S. President Donald Trump escalated his trade war, extending tariffs beyond Mexico, Canada, and China to target the European Union (EU).
Sir Keir Starmer is set to make history as the first British prime minister to attend a European Union leaders' meeting since Brexit. His visit to Brussels, aimed at enhancing defence and security
His Royal Highness The Duke of Edinburgh arrived in India today, 2 February, for a three-day visit aimed at supporting young people and highlighting the impact of non-formal education
A newly released poll has intensified concerns over the rising political influence of the far-right Alternative for Germany (AfD) party, as billionaire tech mogul Elon Musk’s intervention appears to
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has urged Mauritius to ensure "strong protections" for the UK-US military base on Diego Garcia as negotiations over the Chagos Islands continue.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer will welcome German Chancellor Olaf Scholz to his Chequers country retreat on Sunday, his spokesperson confirmed on Friday. The meeting comes just
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer received two signed baseball caps from Donald Trump during their first meeting last year, according to a transparency declaration from Starmer's office
A small silver fish, vital to the North Sea’s ecosystem, takes center stage this week as the European Union and the United Kingdom square off in a landmark post-Brexit fishing rights dispute.