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France’s government has cleared the first major hurdle in its battle to pass the 2026 budget, surviving a no-confidence vote in parliament on Friday after using constitutional powers to bypass a

Interview with the European representative SABAVA Impex Lidia Dart.

NATO allies will need to significantly strengthen their presence and cooperation in the Arctic following a new framework deal on Greenland agreed with U.S. President Donald Trump, NATO
The United Kingdom has renewed its firm support for the Lebanese Armed Forces (LAF), underlining the army’s central role in safeguarding Lebanon’s security and reinforcing state authority

The UK and Denmark are holding high-level defence talks in Copenhagen today as Defence Secretary John Healey MP meets his Danish counterpart, Troels Lund Poulsen, with security in the

American comedian and satirist Jon Stewart has turned international politics into punchlines once again — this time by jokingly “claiming” Belgium in a playful Instagram post that quickly

Britain is emerging as a haven of stability in an increasingly uncertain global economy, Chancellor Rachel Reeves will tell world business leaders at the World Economic Forum in Davos today.

The world’s richest people are wealthier than ever. The combined net worth of global billionaires surged by 16 percent last year, reaching a record €15.75 trillion ($18.3 trillion), according to

Germany and France have issued a blunt warning to Washington, saying Europe will not bow to pressure after U.S. President Donald Trump threatened higher tariffs on European imports

Greenland has found itself in the global spotlight in recent months, largely due to provocative remarks by US President Donald Trump about annexing the Danish-ruled Arctic territory. Far less
UK News
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New Diversity Board and court broadcasting reforms aim to modernise judiciary and boost public trust
A major government and judicial initiative has been launched to improve diversity in the judiciary and increase transparency in the justice system across England and Wales.Read More... -
SWR marks first year in public ownership with rollout of new Arterio trains
Passengers travelling into London Waterloo are seeing faster, more comfortable journeys as South Western Railway (SWR) marks one year under public ownership with the accelerated rolloutRead More... -
England launches £30 million drive to restore wildlife habitats in national parks and protected landscapes
The UK government has announced a £30 million “Wildlife-Rich Habitat Fund” aimed at restoring and creating habitats across England’s protected landscapes between 2026 and 2029.Read More... -
RIAT airshow cancelled Amid Middle East tensions over Iran conflict
The Royal International Air Tattoo (RIAT), one of the world’s largest military aviation displays, has been cancelled this year due to ongoing military activity linked to the conflict involving...Read More... -
UK government highlights economic uptick and cost-of-living measures as “plan delivers results,” says PM
The UK government has set out what it describes as early evidence of progress on its economic and domestic agenda, pointing to falling inflation, lower net migration, and stronger-than-Read More...

Culture
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Eid festival marks 20 years in Trafalgar Square with music, food and family events
London’s annual Eid on the Square celebration will return to Trafalgar Square on Saturday, 30 May, as the popular event marks its 20th anniversary in the heart of the capital.Read More... -
Beatles’ final rooftop performance to be preserved in new London museum
The rooftop where The Beatles staged their iconic final live performance is set to become the centerpiece of a new museum celebrating the legendary band’s legacy.Read More... -
Rare Declaration of Independence to headline landmark exhibition on America’s founding
A major new exhibition marking 250 years since the birth of the United States is set to open this summer, bringing together some of the most important documents from the AmericanRead More... -
Newly released UK archives shed light on early years of Northern Ireland Troubles
Nearly 1,000 previously hard-to-access government records documenting the early years of the Northern Ireland Troubles have been published online, marking a significant step in openingRead More... -
£127.8 million lifeline for UK arts venues signals renewed push for cultural access
More than 130 cultural venues across England are set to receive a significant financial boost as part of a £127.8 million government investment aimed at widening public access to arts andRead More... -
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...

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