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Ariane 6 has successfully placed two new Galileo navigation satellites into orbit, marking another milestone for Europe’s next-generation launcher and its flagship satellite

Russia has made a “proposal” to France regarding the case of French researcher Laurent Vinatier, who has been imprisoned in Russia since June 2024 and now faces espionage charges that

A Powerball ticket sold in Arkansas has won a $1.817bn (£1.34bn) jackpot in a Christmas Eve drawing, marking the second-largest lottery prize ever claimed.

Spain is set to become the fastest-growing destination among Germany’s 10 largest export markets in 2025, with shipments forecast to rise 8.5% to €58.8 billion ($69.3 billion), according to a

The European Commission on Wednesday presented a first package of pilot measures aimed at speeding up Europe’s transition to a circular economy, with plastics firmly in the spotlight.

Ukraine and the United States have agreed on an updated 20-point peace proposal aimed at ending the war with Russia, as Moscow was struck by another deadly bombing, the second such
Russia has refused to hand over a consulate building in the northern Polish city of Gdańsk, despite an order from Warsaw to close the facility following an alleged act of sabotage

Australia has cancelled the visa of a British national charged with displaying a banned Nazi symbol, the immigration minister said on Wednesday, as authorities intensify efforts to combat

Residential property prices in Germany climbed for a fourth straight quarter between July and September, rising 3.3% from a year earlier, according to data released on Tuesday by
The volume of Austrian schillings that have yet to be exchanged for euros has declined only marginally compared with the previous year. At the end of November 2025, schillings worth 6.805
UK News
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UK hiring slumps as businesses delay recruitment amid Iran conflict concerns
Britain's labour market weakened sharply in May as employers scaled back permanent recruitment, citing growing uncertainty and rising costs linked to the conflict involving Iran, according toRead More... -
HMRC boosts support fund to over £11 million to help customers who need extra help with tax affairs
HM Revenue & Customs has announced more than £11 million in funding to strengthen support for customers who need additional help managing their tax affairs, as it opens the latestRead More... -
Lincolnshire beach replenishment project to protect 20,000 homes from coastal flooding
The Environment Agency will begin its annual beach replenishment programme along the Lincolnshire coast on 9 June, investing more than £7 million to strengthen flood defences andRead More... -
Government unveils £20m drive to prepare young people for AI-powered job market
Alliance with employers and unions aims to protect entry-level opportunities as artificial intelligence reshapes the workplace.Read More... -
Government plans sweeping overhaul of cohabitation law to boost rights for millions of unmarried couples
The government has launched a consultation on major changes to family law that would significantly strengthen the financial rights of unmarried couples, in a move affecting more thanRead More...

Culture
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Universal unveils £5 billion UK theme park project, set to open in 2031
Comcast NBCUniversal has confirmed plans to invest more than £5 billion in building its first-ever European theme park and resort, marking one of the largest entertainment investments in theRead More... -
London gears up for biggest-ever summer of live music as global superstars take over the capital
London is preparing for a landmark summer of live music, reinforcing its status as the world's leading music city with an unparalleled programme of exclusive performances from some of theRead More... -
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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