UK News
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Thousands rally in London for trans rights following Supreme Court ruling
Thousands gathered in central London on Saturday to show support for transgender rights, just days after a controversial decision by the UK Supreme Court that defined a woman as someoneRead More... -
Toblerone dark chocolate bar discontinued in the UK
The beloved dark chocolate version of Toblerone is being pulled from UK shelves after nearly 60 years.Read More... -
MPs and staff lose sensitive devices in pubs, trains, and more
Dozens of digital devices issued to MPs and parliamentary staff went missing in 2023, with losses reported from pubs, trains, homes, and even within the parliamentary estate itself.Read More... -
British troops successfully deploy new radio wave weapon against drone swarms
In a major milestone for modern warfare, British soldiers have successfully neutralised swarms of drones using a cutting-edge UK-developed directed energy weapon during a large-scale trial inRead More...
Culture
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Export bars placed on two 18th century Agostino Brunias paintings
Two paintings by the 18th-century Italian artist Agostino Brunias, both depicting scenes from the Caribbean island of St Vincent, have been placed under temporary export bars to give UKRead More... -
Pope recognizes Antoni Gaudí's "heroic virtues," puts him on path to sainthood
The Vatican has taken a significant step toward making renowned Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí a saint, officially recognizing his "heroic virtues." Often referred to as "God's architect,"Read More... -
Britain’s oldest Indian restaurant faces closure amid Central London lease dispute
Veeraswamy, the UK's oldest Indian restaurant, is facing the threat of closure just before reaching its centenary, due to a lease disagreement with the Crown Estate.Read More... -
Communities invited to nominate beloved UK traditions for National Heritage List
This summer, communities across the UK will be able to nominate their favourite traditions—from iconic celebrations like Notting Hill Carnival and Hogmanay to time-honoured crafts likeRead More... -
£20m museum renewal fund opens for England’s civic museums
Civic museums across England can now apply for a share of the new £20 million Museum Renewal Fund, aimed at boosting access to collections, enhancing educational programmes, andRead More... -
The underrated UK city that was England’s first capital — 1,000 years before London
Tucked away in Essex lies a city that predates London as England's capital by over a millennium. Rich in Roman and medieval history, Colchester only officially became a city in 2022 as part ofRead More... -
Universal Studios to open first UK theme park in Bedford by 2031, creating 28,000 jobs
The UK is officially getting its first Universal Studios theme park, with a grand opening set for 2031. The landmark project, backed by the UK government, is expected to bring in a staggeringRead More... -
MI5 lifts the veil on 115 years of secrets in new exhibition
For the first time in its 115-year history, MI5 is pulling back the curtain on its shadowy past. A new exhibition at the National Archives in London, MI5: Official Secrets, offers the public anRead More... -
Tourist tax could help revive London’s arts and culture scene
A growing number of voices are calling on the government to allow London to introduce a tourist tax, similar to those already in place in many popular European cities. The Centre for LondonRead More... -
£1bn Chinese ceramics gift to British Museum approved
The Charity Commission has officially approved the largest donation in the British Museum’s history—a collection of Chinese ceramics valued at around £1 billion.Read More... -
UK to return Nazi-looted painting to Jewish family
A 17th-century painting stolen by the Nazis in 1940 from a Jewish art collector in Belgium is set to be returned to the collector’s descendants, the British government announced on Saturday,Read More... -
Queen Camilla launches new Reading Medal to celebrate literary champions
Queen Camilla has unveiled The Queen’s Reading Room Medal, a new honor recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to promoting books, reading, and literature in theirRead More... -
Blackpool Pleasure Beach to cut hours and close rides after £2.7m loss
One of the UK’s most iconic theme parks, Blackpool Pleasure Beach, has announced it will be closing some rides and reducing opening hours following a £2.7 million pre-tax loss.Read More...
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The UK, in collaboration with international partners, has unveiled a new sanctions package targeting the illicit arms-for-oil trade between Russia and North Korea (DPRK).
In a concerted effort to address illegal migration, the UK government has entered into a new agreement with Bangladesh aimed at expediting the removal of individuals lacking
The UK and EU have officially ratified a new set of agreements on 16 May, marking a significant step forward for Northern Ireland traders to fully leverage the UK's
Royal Marines recently participated in a simulated invasion of Sweden as part of a large-scale exercise aimed at testing Sweden's defensive capabilities.
China has expressed fury in response to the arrest of three individuals accused of spying for Hong Kong, labeling the UK's actions as an "unwarranted accusation." The trio, identified
The InnovateUkraine initiative, a joint effort between the UK and Ukraine, has kicked off, with a commitment of £16 million from the UK government to support 13 innovative projects in green
In a poignant demonstration of solidarity, a North London-based business networking group is joining forces with a UK charity dedicated to preserving Jewish heritage to commemorate over
Russia's Foreign Ministry has escalated tensions by designating the United Kingdom as a "party to the conflict" and issuing a stark warning of potential targeting of British military sites and
Passengers scheduled to travel from Bermuda to London found themselves evacuated from the plane following the receipt of a bomb threat via email at LF Wade International Airport.
British Foreign Secretary, Lord David Cameron, embarked on a significant diplomatic mission with his visit to Ashgabat, marking the first instance of a UK Foreign Secretary setting foot