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Venice is famous for floating — but it's also sinking. Over the past century, the city has dropped about 25 centimeters (nearly 10 inches), while sea levels have risen almost a foot since 1900.

Almost 46% of companies in Flanders experienced a cyber attack in the past year, according to a new cybersecurity report commissioned by the Flemish government. The findings highlight the

Virgin Atlantic has officially confirmed it will no longer operate its direct route between London Heathrow and Tel Aviv, permanently ending the service after previously suspending it in October

India has finalized a $7.41 billion agreement with France to purchase 26 Rafale fighter jets for its navy, a senior official from the Indian Defence Ministry confirmed to Reuters on Monday.

The Foreign Secretary is visiting Oman and Qatar this week to deepen the UK’s cooperation with Gulf partners on trade, defence, and regional security.
India has given all Pakistani nationals 72 hours to leave the country following a deadly militant attack in Kashmir that killed 26 tourists. The move, announced by India’s Foreign Secretary

UK Chancellor of the Exchequer Rachel Reeves expressed confidence on Thursday that Britain and the United States can reach a trade agreement aimed at easing the impact of U.S. import

Ambassador Holland condemns Russia's missile attacks against civilians in Sumy and Kharkiv over Easter and President Putin's transparently cynical attempts to portray
The UK is set to boost its defence and security partnership with New Zealand, as Prime Minister Keir Starmer deepens international alliances to protect Britain’s national interests.
Russian President Vladimir Putin announced a short Easter ceasefire in the ongoing war with Ukraine, a move met with deep skepticism in Kyiv amid stalled US-led peace talks and continued
UK News
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Digital waste tracking set to transform crackdown on illegal waste trade
A sweeping overhaul of how waste is monitored across the UK is set to reshape the fight against illegal dumping and rogue operators, as the government rolls out a new Digital Waste TrackingRead More... -
EU anti-fraud body opens formal probe into Peter Mandelson over Epstein links
The European Union’s anti-fraud watchdog has formally launched an investigation into Peter Mandelson, the former UK ambassador to the United States and a veteran figure in EuropeanRead More... -
McDonald’s expands UK youth jobs push with landmark work experience scheme
McDonald’s is stepping up its role in tackling youth unemployment in the United Kingdom, backing the government’s Youth Guarantee initiative while unveiling what it describes as theRead More... -
UK probes data security breach after health research dataset appears on Alibaba listings
The British government has launched an investigation after sensitive health research data from a major UK charity was reportedly advertised for sale on online marketplaces linked toRead More... -
Reform breakthrough in Salford signals shifting political ground
Nigel Farage has celebrated what he called a major breakthrough for Reform UK after the party secured a narrow but significant victory in a Salford council by-election.Read More...

Culture
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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... -
Who stood behind Western support for Ukraine’s independence?
From the life story of British politician Stefan TerlezkyRead More... -
London secures £4.66m lifeline for Notting Hill Carnival as iconic festival marks 60 years
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has stepped in with a crucial £4.66 million funding package to ensure the Notting Hill Carnival goes ahead this August, as the world-famous event celebratesRead More...

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