UK News
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£100 million boost for affordable housing after CMA investigation into housebuilders
Seven major UK housebuilders have agreed to pay a combined £100 million towards affordable housing initiatives across the UK, following an investigation by the Competition and MarketsRead More... -
UK competition watchdog to end housebuilder probe with voluntary commitments
The UK Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) plans to close its investigation into seven major UK housebuilders by accepting a set of voluntary commitments, according to a statementRead More... -
Three convicted in Wagner-linked arson attack on London warehouse supplying Ukraine
Three men have been convicted of carrying out a deliberate arson attack on a London warehouse that supported Ukraine, in an operation linked to Russia’s Wagner paramilitary group.Read More... -
Rishi Sunak rejoins Goldman Sachs as senior adviser
Former UK Prime Minister Rishi Sunak is returning to Goldman Sachs, where he began his career, now stepping into a senior advisory role, the bank announced on Tuesday.Read More... -
Resident doctors in England vote to strike amid ongoing pay dispute
Resident doctors in England have voted in favour of strike action once again, marking the latest development in a prolonged dispute over pay.Read More...
Culture
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Bayeux Tapestry to return to the UK for the first time in nearly 1,000 years
The Bayeux Tapestry, one of the most iconic pieces of medieval art, is set to be displayed in the UK for the first time since its creation over 900 years ago, the Department for Culture, MediaRead More... -
Hundreds of new homes proposed for Blenheim Palace estate
Plans to build 500 new homes on the Blenheim Palace estate have been submitted to Cherwell District Council. The development would be located east of Park View in Woodstock, Oxfordshire,Read More... -
The best moments from Oasis’ triumphant return in Cardiff
Oasis made a thunderous comeback in Cardiff, opening their reunion show with Hello and a heartfelt “it’s good to be back,” marking their first performance together in 16 years.Read More... -
Royal Academy of Music to launch new campus in East London
The Royal Academy of Music (RAM) has unveiled plans to open a new campus at London City Island in east London, promising "endless possibilities" for students and staff.Read More... -
Anna Wintour steps down as US Vogue editor-in-chief after 37 years
Dame Anna Wintour is stepping down as editor-in-chief of American Vogue, a position she has held for an unprecedented 37 years.Read More... -
£35m George Street revamp gets council backing despite funding doubts
Plans to transform Edinburgh’s George Street have been approved by city councillors, with construction expected to begin in August 2027—if the money can be secured.Read More... -
Police seek help after £150,000 violin stolen from North London pub
Police are appealing for information after a rare 18th-century violin, valued at over £150,000, was stolen from a pub in north London.Read More... -
Chris Brown denies assault charge in London nightclub incident
Chris Brown has pleaded not guilty to assault charges related to a 2023 nightclub altercation in London. The 36-year-old US singer is accused of attacking music producer Abraham Diaw with aRead More... -
Louvre workers strike over overtourism, forcing sudden museum closure
The Louvre, the world’s most-visited museum, was forced to close its doors Monday after staff staged a spontaneous strike, citing unbearable working conditions and the overwhelming crush ofRead More... -
Pulp score first UK number one album in 27 years with more
Indie rock legends Pulp have returned to the top of the UK album charts for the first time in nearly three decades, with their latest release More debuting at number one, according to theRead More...
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World News
Lieutenant-General Martin Wijnen, departing Commander of the Royal Netherlands Army, issued a stark warning, advocating readiness for the possibility of a conflict with Russia, stressing the
The United Kingdom is set to dispatch a warship to Guyana, marking a strategic move to show both diplomatic and military support for the former British colony, according to information
Despite the challenges posed by the coronavirus pandemic, Zurich Airport has made a notable recovery, particularly evident during the festive season. Almost 90,000 passengers passed
The Foreign Secretary will see first-hand the impact of UK aid on a visit to Al Arish, near the Egypt-Gaza border today (21 December), as the UK calls for significant more aid to reach Gaza,
After the UK's departure from the EU, the average Britons are relatively less interested in the political issues of the United Europe. However, it is quite intriguing to observe how new countries
The Irish government has initiated legal action against the UK government regarding its decision to grant immunity for crimes committed during the Troubles era.
About 200 Afghan special forces members, trained and supported by the UK, are confronting imminent deportation to Taliban-controlled Afghanistan, uncovering what a former UK general
Australia has outlined plans for significant immigration reform, intending to halve its migration intake in the next two years, citing the urgent need to address issues within its immigration
Argentina's recently inaugurated president, Javier Milei, declared a bold economic "shock treatment" strategy in his inaugural speech, underscoring the country's financial challenges and
The adolescent twins of Iranian activist Narges Mohammadi have stood in her stead to accept the Nobel Peace Prize awarded in recognition of her unwavering dedication to combating the