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As tensions between Israel and the Lebanese armed group Hezbollah intensify, countries around the world have started to implement contingency plans to evacuate their citizens from Lebanon.

Caribbean leaders are hopeful that the new Labour government in the UK may reconsider its long-standing refusal to discuss slavery reparations and engage in conversations about addressing
On Thursday, the UK agreed to relinquish sovereignty over the Chagos Islands, an archipelago of over 60 islands in the Indian Ocean, to Mauritius. The agreement secures the future of the
The UK government has arranged additional charter flights to assist British nationals in leaving Lebanon due to the worsening security situation in the region.

The United Kingdom announced on Tuesday that it has imposed sanctions on 16 members of the Russian cyber-crime group Evil Corp, which it accuses of being directed by Russia to conduct

Demand for public housing priced above S$1 million ($776,940) is surging in Singapore, with the number of units sold so far in 2024 exceeding the total for all of 2023.

France's newly appointed Prime Minister, Michel Barnier, is considering a temporary increase in corporate taxes for the country's largest companies, as well as a levy on share buybacks,

Hundreds of British holidaymakers are pursuing legal action after falling ill with gastric illnesses while staying at luxury hotels in Cape Verde.

In an interview with LBC’s Nick Ferrari, Israeli Ambassador to the UK, Tzipi Hotovely, claimed that 80% of Palestinians supported the Hamas-led attacks on

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer met with Lebanese Prime Minister Najib Mikati at the United Nations General Assembly to discuss the ongoing conflict between Lebanon and Israel.
UK News
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Remembrance Sunday 2026: King Charles to lead nation in tribute as 10,000 veterans march through London
The memory of those who fought and sacrificed their lives defending Britain's freedom and independence remains an essential part of the country's national identity. RemembranceRead More... -
New £5 million flood defence scheme strengthens protection for Severn Stoke ahead of winter
Flooding remains one of the most pressing environmental and infrastructure challenges facing communities across parts of the United Kingdom. For residents of Severn Stoke inRead More... -
Digital Veteran Card marks first anniversary with more than 23,000 downloads
Supporting British veterans and ensuring that former members of the Armed Forces receive recognition, practical assistance and access to the benefits they deserve remain importantRead More... -
Britain strengthens national security with new military satellite launch
The United Kingdom is stepping up its investment in space technologies, recognising that space-based capabilities are becoming an increasingly important component of national securityRead More... -
London Underground drivers announce eight days of strikes amid growing wave of industrial action across Europe
A new wave of industrial action is affecting transport networks across continental Europe, with workers in several countries taking strike action over employment conditions, wages andRead More...

Culture
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British Library to open major Agatha Christie exhibition exploring the life behind her crime novels
The British Library in London is set to host a major exhibition celebrating the life, adventures and literary legacy of Agatha Christie, one of the world's most celebrated crime writers.Read More... -
Diwali celebrations at Trafalgar Square cancelled due to storm warnings
London’s annual Diwali celebration at Trafalgar Square has been cancelled at short notice because of forecast storms and safety concerns, organisers announced on Saturday.Read More... -
London to celebrate Diwali with free festival of music, dance and culture in Trafalgar Square
Trafalgar Square will become the centre of London’s Diwali celebrations on Sunday, 25 October, as the capital prepares to welcome thousands of residents and visitors for a free festivalRead More... -
England’s national museums to keep free admission for all visitors
Government rules out charges for international tourists as museums receive further investmentRead More... -
UK museums given three months to keep rare Renaissance bronze in Britain
British museums and galleries have been given a limited window to secure a rare Renaissance sculpture valued at more than £4.6 million, after the Government temporarily halted itsRead More... -
Oasis set to return in 2027 with massive 38-date global tour
Oasis are extending their long-awaited comeback with an ambitious 38-date tour scheduled for 2027, taking the iconic Britpop group across the UK, Ireland, continental Europe and theRead More... -
UK moves to keep Stanley Spencer’s landmark resurrection painting
The British government has stepped in to prevent a major early work by Stanley Spencer from leaving the country, giving museums and galleries a limited window to secure the paintingRead More... -
London’s record summer of live music delivers £3.4bn boost
London has enjoyed a record-breaking summer of live music, with millions of fans attending concerts across the capital as some of the world’s biggest artists took to its stadiums, arenasRead More... -
Government blocks export of rare Anglo-Saxon artefact in bid to keep national treasure in UK
The UK government has imposed a temporary export ban on an exceptionally rare Anglo-Saxon metal mount, giving museums and galleries time to raise funds to keep the historicRead More... -
Jan van Eyck’s portraits to unite in landmark National Gallery exhibition
An unprecedented gathering of works by one of the Northern Renaissance’s greatest masters will bring Jan van Eyck’s portraiture into focus at the National Gallery this winter, with all 10 ofRead More... -
Europol sounds alarm over more violent museum heists across Europe
Museum robberies are taking a more dangerous turn across Europe, with organised criminal groups increasingly using heavy tools, explosives and other forms of force to steal valuableRead More... -
London marks UNESCO day with call for action, memory and justice on the legacy of the transatlantic slave trade
City Hall brings together community leaders, artists, young Londoners and historians to honour those affected by the transatlantic slave trade and celebrate the strength of African andRead More...

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