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Pep Guardiola extends Manchester City stay with new two-year contract
Pep Guardiola extends Manchester City stay with new two-year contract
Pep Guardiola, one of football’s most decorated managers, has signed a new two-year contract with Manchester City, extending his tenure at the club beyond a decade.
Read More... Football club returns home after six years away
Football club returns home after six years away
Newbury FC has triumphantly returned to its home ground after a six-year absence. The club was originally forced out of the council-owned Faraday Road ground in 2018 due to potential
Read More... Judge rules Benjamin Mendy entitled to majority of unpaid wages from Manchester City
Judge rules Benjamin Mendy entitled to majority of unpaid wages from Manchester City
A judge has ruled that former Manchester City defender Benjamin Mendy is entitled to receive most of the £11 million in wages withheld by the club while he faced rape and sexual assault
Read More... Prince William kicks off climate-focused visit to South Africa
Prince William kicks off climate-focused visit to South Africa
Britain’s Prince William has kicked off a climate-focused, four-day visit to South Africa, starting in Cape Town on Monday. The Prince engaged with young environmentalists and joined local
Read More... World Championship esports event set to inject £12m into London's economy
World Championship esports event set to inject £12m into London's economy
One of esports biggest global events, the League of Legends World Championship finals, will take place at London’s O2 Arena today – boosting the capital’s
Read More... FA sets goal for equal football access for girls in schools by 2028
FA sets goal for equal football access for girls in schools by 2028
The Football Association (FA) has announced a bold initiative to ensure 90% of girls in schools have access to football by key stages two and three by 2028. This target is a cornerstone of the
Read More... Government to propose enhanced Football Governance Bill
Government to propose enhanced Football Governance Bill
The government is set to introduce strengthened legislation in Parliament to establish an independent regulator for elite men's football in England. This new Football Governance Bill will grant
Read More... Thomas Tuchel named new England football manager
Thomas Tuchel named new England football manager
Germany’s Thomas Tuchel has been appointed as the new head coach of the England national football team, the Football Association (FA) announced. Tuchel becomes the third foreign coach in
Read More... Football club faces costs after 'mindless' vandalism
Football club faces costs after 'mindless' vandalism
An East Sussex football club has been left counting the cost after vandals caused extensive damage, estimated at around £1,000. The incident, described as "mindless," saw Rye Bay
Read More... Mayor of London meets NBA Deputy Commissioner to explore major basketball opportunities in the capital
Mayor of London meets NBA Deputy Commissioner to explore major basketball opportunities in the capital
Mayor Sadiq Khan met with NBA Deputy Commissioner and Chief Operating Officer Mark Tatum to discuss their mutual goal of expanding basketball’s presence and
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The University of Edinburgh to cut staff amid financial pressures
The University of Edinburgh has announced plans to reduce staffing levels in response to significant financial challenges. A voluntary redundancy scheme is being introduced, with the possibilityRead More... -
School closed after discovery of 'mystery metal' near grounds
Millbay Academy in Plymouth, often referred to as the "Red School," has been closed as a precaution after the discovery of two mysterious metal objects buried nearby. The items, suspected toRead More... -
Michael Heseltine walks out of Oxford Union after students ‘hijack’ debate
Michael Heseltine walked out of an Oxford University debate, calling it “disgraceful” after students “hijacked” the event with internal political disputes.Read More... -
Over 4,700 new post-graduate positions in UK universities to cultivate future engineers and scientists
The UK government is set to fund thousands of postgraduate students specializing in biological, engineering, and environmental sciences at 45 universities across the country, aiming to foster aRead More... -
Britain's award-winning building of 1996 set for demolition
Salford University's Centenary Building, once celebrated as Britain’s finest new building, is now slated for demolition. Designed by Hodder and Partners, this glass and steel structure claimedRead More... -
Jewish leaders warn Francesca Albanese will 'spread poison' at British universities
Jewish leaders have raised serious concerns about an upcoming speaking tour at British universities by Francesca Albanese, a United Nations official who has previously claimed that theRead More... -
University tuition fees in England set to increase for the first time since 2017 to address funding crisis
The British government announced on Monday plans to raise university tuition fees for domestic students in England for the first time in eight years, aiming to address a funding crisis affectingRead More... -
Celebrating 65 years of Commonwealth scholarships: inspiring futures and empowering communities
The Solomon Islands Commonwealth Scholars and Alumni Association (SICSAA) marked 65 years of Commonwealth Scholarships with a grand celebration over the weekend, themedRead More... -
London school teacher suspended for calling mastermind of October 7 attacks a 'martyr'
A design and technology teacher from Burlington House School in west London has been suspended following social media posts that appeared to glorify the mastermind behind the October 7Read More...
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Mystery drones spotted over three U.S. air bases in the U.K.
The United States Air Force (USAF) has confirmed sightings of unidentified drones over three military airbases in Britain. These incidents occurred between Wednesday and Friday, involvingRead More... -
Storm Bert causes travel chaos and power outages across UK and Ireland
Storm Bert wreaked havoc across Britain and Ireland on Saturday, bringing snow, heavy rain, and powerful winds that left one person dead and caused widespread travel disruptions andRead More... -
Bomb squad conducts controlled explosion at Euston Station, London
The Metropolitan Police dispatched multiple teams to Euston Station in central London after a suspicious package prompted a major security alert. The station, one of the busiest transport hubsRead More... -
UK home prices expected to outpace inflation, rent increases to surge: Reuters poll
British home prices are set to grow faster than general inflation, while rental costs are expected to rise even more sharply. Despite these trends, affordability for first-time buyers is projected...Read More... -
Man admits guilt in UK 'Russia-backed' arson case
A massive fire at a Ukrainian-linked business in east London in March 2024 required the efforts of 60 firefighters to bring it under control, according to the London Fire Brigade.Read More...
Culture
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London's pie and mash makers push for protected status to preserve Cockney tradition
Rick Poole, who grew up in his family’s pie and mash shop in London, is hopeful that a new campaign to secure protected status for the traditional Cockney dish will ensure its survival forRead More... -
Two Roman mosaics face risk of leaving the UK
Two Roman mosaics, valued at a combined total of £560,000, have been placed under a temporary export bar in an effort to give UK museums, galleries, or institutions the opportunity toRead More... -
UK author Samantha Harvey has won the Booker Prize for her ‘amazing’ space station novel ‘Orbital’
Samantha Harvey poses with the prize and her book "Orbital" at the Booker Prize Awards 2024, in London.Read More... -
Wales advances with tourism tax proposal
This month, the Welsh Parliament will begin considering a new law that could introduce a tourism tax for overnight visitors in certain areas of Wales. The proposal would grant local councils theRead More... -
Buckingham Palace to reveal more of Its hidden secrets to visitors
Buckingham Palace is set to reveal even more of its iconic spaces to the public during its traditional summer opening, offering an unprecedented experience for visitors.Read More... -
Book reveals King has cut off Prince Andrew’s funding
Prince Andrew’s financial support from King Charles has been terminated, claims a newly updated royal biography. The Duke of York, who has been facing significant financial challengesRead More... -
Renovation costs for Norwich Castle soar to £27.5m
The cost of a major restoration project at Norwich Castle, which aims to revitalize parts of the 900-year-old landmark, has significantly increased as the project nears completion.Read More... -
London's oldest garden centre with 'top-notch plants' ranked among the UK's best
Two of London’s beloved garden centres have earned spots on Mail Online’s list of the best in the UK, highlighting popular destinations for both plant enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.Read More... -
UCL staff raise alarms over ‘dismantling’ of University Art Museum
University College London (UCL) staff have expressed strong objections to the institution’s plans to repurpose its historic Art Museum, voicing concerns that the proposal disregards theRead More... -
Discover Ufford: Suffolk's charming village with an award-winning pub and scenic walks
Suffolk is known for its charming towns and villages, but this week we’re highlighting Ufford, a village that offers more than just picturesque scenery. With an award-winning pub and plenty ofRead More... -
UK’s National Gallery implements liquid ban following activist attacks on artworks
The National Gallery in London has introduced a ban on liquids in response to a series of activist attacks on its artworks, including Vincent van Gogh's iconic Sunflowers.Read More... -
Little Portugal: three restaurants to experience in London's Portuguese community
The Portuguese population in this area of South Lambeth boasts a variety of exceptional dining options.Read More...
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Brussels, August 7th 2009
One year after the August War, the Georgian agression under leadership of President Mikhail Saakashvili in the beginning of August 2008 against the South Ossetian people, it is clear that what happened cannot be forgotten. In memory of the victims a round table conference was held in four cities: Tskhinvali, where the largest battle of the war was, Moscow, Vladikavkaz, the capital city of the Republic of North-Ossetia and Brussels, the European capital.
One year after the August War, the Georgian agression under leadership of President Mikhail Saakashvili in the beginning of August 2008 against the South Ossetian people, it is clear that what happened cannot be forgotten. In memory of the victims a round table conference was held in four cities: Tskhinvali, where the largest battle of the war was, Moscow, Vladikavkaz, the capital city of the Republic of North-Ossetia and Brussels, the European capital.