UK News
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Mystery drones spotted over three U.S. air bases in the U.K.The United States Air Force (USAF) has confirmed sightings of unidentified drones over three military airbases in Britain. These incidents occurred between Wednesday and Friday, involvingRead More...
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Storm Bert causes travel chaos and power outages across UK and IrelandStorm Bert wreaked havoc across Britain and Ireland on Saturday, bringing snow, heavy rain, and powerful winds that left one person dead and caused widespread travel disruptions andRead More...
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Bomb squad conducts controlled explosion at Euston Station, LondonThe Metropolitan Police dispatched multiple teams to Euston Station in central London after a suspicious package prompted a major security alert. The station, one of the busiest transport hubsRead More...
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UK home prices expected to outpace inflation, rent increases to surge: Reuters pollBritish home prices are set to grow faster than general inflation, while rental costs are expected to rise even more sharply. Despite these trends, affordability for first-time buyers is projected...Read More...
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Man admits guilt in UK 'Russia-backed' arson caseA massive fire at a Ukrainian-linked business in east London in March 2024 required the efforts of 60 firefighters to bring it under control, according to the London Fire Brigade.Read More...
Culture
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London's pie and mash makers push for protected status to preserve Cockney traditionRick Poole, who grew up in his family’s pie and mash shop in London, is hopeful that a new campaign to secure protected status for the traditional Cockney dish will ensure its survival forRead More...
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Two Roman mosaics face risk of leaving the UKTwo Roman mosaics, valued at a combined total of £560,000, have been placed under a temporary export bar in an effort to give UK museums, galleries, or institutions the opportunity toRead More...
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UK author Samantha Harvey has won the Booker Prize for her ‘amazing’ space station novel ‘Orbital’Samantha Harvey poses with the prize and her book "Orbital" at the Booker Prize Awards 2024, in London.Read More...
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Wales advances with tourism tax proposalThis month, the Welsh Parliament will begin considering a new law that could introduce a tourism tax for overnight visitors in certain areas of Wales. The proposal would grant local councils theRead More...
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Buckingham Palace to reveal more of Its hidden secrets to visitorsBuckingham Palace is set to reveal even more of its iconic spaces to the public during its traditional summer opening, offering an unprecedented experience for visitors.Read More...
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Book reveals King has cut off Prince Andrew’s fundingPrince Andrew’s financial support from King Charles has been terminated, claims a newly updated royal biography. The Duke of York, who has been facing significant financial challengesRead More...
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Renovation costs for Norwich Castle soar to £27.5mThe cost of a major restoration project at Norwich Castle, which aims to revitalize parts of the 900-year-old landmark, has significantly increased as the project nears completion.Read More...
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London's oldest garden centre with 'top-notch plants' ranked among the UK's bestTwo of London’s beloved garden centres have earned spots on Mail Online’s list of the best in the UK, highlighting popular destinations for both plant enthusiasts and casual visitors alike.Read More...
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UCL staff raise alarms over ‘dismantling’ of University Art MuseumUniversity College London (UCL) staff have expressed strong objections to the institution’s plans to repurpose its historic Art Museum, voicing concerns that the proposal disregards theRead More...
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Discover Ufford: Suffolk's charming village with an award-winning pub and scenic walksSuffolk is known for its charming towns and villages, but this week we’re highlighting Ufford, a village that offers more than just picturesque scenery. With an award-winning pub and plenty ofRead More...
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UK’s National Gallery implements liquid ban following activist attacks on artworksThe National Gallery in London has introduced a ban on liquids in response to a series of activist attacks on its artworks, including Vincent van Gogh's iconic Sunflowers.Read More...
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Little Portugal: three restaurants to experience in London's Portuguese communityThe Portuguese population in this area of South Lambeth boasts a variety of exceptional dining options.Read More...
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World News
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In a devastating boat accident off the coast of Greece, data suggests that at least 209 Pakistanis were among the victims. The information was shared by a Pakistani investigative agency with
Speaking at the Summit for a New Global Financing Pact in Paris today (22 June), UK Minister for Development and Africa Andrew Mitchell will announce that UKEF has started discussions with
The UK will today sign a new Memorandum of Understanding (MoU) designed to grow trade with Utah, a US state with a GDP of £201 billion in 2022 – equivalent to the economy of New
Foreign Secretary James Cleverly met Azerbaijan’s Foreign Minister Jeyhun Bayramov at the Ukraine Recovery Conference in London today (Wednesday 21 June) as part of the 5th
The UK has today announced a funding boost of up to £20 million for the World Bank’s Multilateral Investment Guarantees Agency (MIGA) to help support more private sector investment in
A £26.3 million equivalent loan backed by the UK Government has allowed the Ukrainian government to start rebuilding six bridges and reopen vital supply routes near Kyiv.
Last 12-16 June, a delegation from the Philippines attended the 10th year of London Tech Week (LTW) - Europe’s largest tech festival that brought together over 20,000 government and
UK commits $3 billion in World Bank loan guarantees to support Ukraine's economic rebuilding efforts
As Ukraine continues to recover from the devastating effects of the ongoing war with Russia, a senior World Bank official has emphasized the country's need for external assistance for years to
On 19 June, the British Embassy hosted a celebration of the official birthday of King Charles III. This is the first King’s Birthday Party since His Majesty the King acceded to the throne of the