UK News
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London Councils urges government to ‘Keep the Levy Local’ as visitor tax plans reach Parliament
Leaders and senior councillors from boroughs across the capital gathered outside the UK Parliament this week to press the government to ensure that a significant share of any new overnightRead More... -
UK police ban pro-Iran Al Quds march in London over security fears and risk of clashes
British police have banned a pro-Iranian march scheduled to take place in central London on Sunday, warning that the event could trigger “extreme tensions” with counter-protesters and raiseRead More... -
UK player scoops £181 million EuroMillions jackpot — one of the biggest lottery wins in British history
A single UK ticket holder has won an astonishing £181 million EuroMillions jackpot, lottery operator Allwyn confirmed following Tuesday night’s draw.Read More... -
UK scraps offshore wind tariffs to cut costs for manufacturers and boost clean energy growth
British manufacturers are set to save millions of pounds each year after the UK government announced it will remove tariffs on dozens of offshore wind energy components starting 1 April.Read More... -
UK introduces new definition of anti-Muslim hatred amid record rise in hate crimes
The British government has introduced a new advisory definition of anti-Muslim hostility, marking a significant step in its effort to better identify and respond to abuse targeting MuslimRead More...

Culture
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UK ministers host major interfaith Ramadan iftar at Lancaster House celebrating British muslim contributions
More than 180 guests from across the United Kingdom gathered at Lancaster House in London for a major community iftar hosted by government ministers, celebrating the contributions ofRead More... -
Ashmolean Museum returns 16th-century bronze icon to India
A 16th-century bronze statue that once stood in a temple in southern India has been returned by the Ashmolean Museum at the University of Oxford, marking the end of a years-longRead More... -
Prime Minister reappoints Stephen Belcher and Tim Dugher as Science Museum Group Trustees until 2030
The UK Prime Minister has confirmed the reappointment of Professor Stephen Belcher CBE and Tim Dugher as Trustees of the Science Museum Group for a further four-year term. Their newRead More... -
British Library Business & IP Centre celebrates 20 years of supporting UK start-ups
The British Library is celebrating the 20th anniversary of its Business & IP Centre (BIPC) with a special event designed to inspire the next generation of entrepreneurs.Read More... -
Between protestants and princes: the Kozirod family through time
The surname “Kozirod” belongs to the category of relatively rare surnames, which today are found only in a few countries around the world, including Poland, Germany, the USA, the UK,Read More... -
UK music exports get £1.4m boost as 68 independent artists win global growth grants
Rising British music talent is set for a global push after 68 independent UK acts secured a combined £1.4 million in government-backed funding designed to grow international audiences, boostRead More... -
Emery Walker revealed: new exhibition explores the man behind the arts and crafts legend
A new exhibition opening this spring at Emery Walker’s House sets out to restore depth, warmth, and personality to one of Britain’s most influential yetRead More... -
London confirms St Patrick’s Day 2026 parade and Trafalgar Square festival
London will turn green once again next spring after the Mayor confirmed the capital’s St Patrick’s Day celebrations will take place on Sunday 15 March 2026, with aRead More... -
Masterpieces beyond the Museum: National Gallery brings life-size art to communities ccross the UK
World-famous paintings from the National Gallery are stepping out of Trafalgar Square and into everyday life, as part of a major touring project that will seeRead More... -
Award-winning Polish writer Mariusz Szczygieł brings ‘Not There’ essay collection on UK tour
Polish writer Mariusz Szczygieł, one of Central Europe’s most acclaimed literary reporters, will tour the UK later this month with a series of public events marking the English-language release...Read More... -
Professor Dame Carol Black GBE reappointed as Chair of the British Library for 2026–2027
The UK Secretary of State has confirmed the extension of Professor Dame Carol Black GBE as Chair of the British Library, continuing her leadership from 1 September 2026 to 31 August 2027.Read More... -
Climate, community and care: Soma Surovi Jannat’s landmark exhibition at the Ashmolean Museum
From spring through autumn 2026, the Ashmolean Museum presents 'Soma Surovi Jannat: Climate Culture Care', a powerful new exhibition that places climateRead More... -
Londoners on trial: 700 years of crime revealed in a free City archives exhibition
From medieval pickpockets to notorious Victorian figures, seven centuries of crime, punishment and public fascination are laid bare in a new exhibition atRead More...

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World News

Thai authorities have apprehended a 60-year-old British man who overstayed his tourist visa for an unprecedented 25 years, marking the longest known case of visa overstay in the country.
The British and Irish governments are considering engaging in discussions with paramilitary groups that remain active in Northern Ireland, aiming to encourage their disbandment,

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A State Visit by Donald Trump has been a topic of discussion ever since he began his second term as U.S. President just over a month ago. Now, it appears that the process

The UK and India have officially restarted negotiations on a free trade deal, with UK Business and Trade Secretary Jonathan Reynolds visiting India to spearhead discussions aimed at

A British couple in their 70s, who have dedicated nearly two decades to running training projects in Afghanistan, have been arrested by the Taliban.
French President Emmanuel Macron and British Prime Minister Keir Starmer are set to visit Washington next week, amid growing European concerns over U.S. President Donald Trump's shifting
At a tense G20 meeting in South Africa, U.K. Foreign Secretary David Lammy expressed doubts about Russia's willingness to seek peace in Ukraine. His remarks came after listening to a speech

Swiss hotels experienced an unprecedented surge in demand in 2024, surpassing previous records for overnight stays. This growth was largely driven by an increase in foreign visitors.
Russia launched a massive drone assault on Ukraine’s southern city of Odesa, striking energy infrastructure and leaving at least 160,000 residents without heating in freezing temperatures,

