Media
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Hugh Grant resolves privacy lawsuit against The Sun's PublishersActor Hugh Grant has reached a settlement in his High Court lawsuit against News Group Newspapers (NGN), the publisher of The Sun, concerning allegations of unauthorized information17 April 2024Read More...
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UK financial watchdog issues stark warning to social media influencers on misleading advertisements
Britain’s financial regulatory body issued guidelines on Tuesday to combat misleading advertisements on social media, cautioning "influencers" that endorsing financial products27 March 2024Read More... -
Two British Airways cabin crew dismissed for racist gesture aimed at Asian passengersBritish Airways has terminated the employment of two cabin crew members after they were found to have engaged in racist behavior, mocking Asian passengers in a video circulated online.20 March 2024Read More...
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UK government plans to prohibit foreign state ownership of newspapersThe UK government has announced its intention to ban foreign governments from owning newspapers and news magazines in the country, citing concerns about potential takeovers by entities13 March 2024Read More...
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Labour's proposal: tracking antisemitism incidents to combat extremismLabour's proposal aims to enhance efforts in combating extremism by requiring police to log incidents of antisemitism that do not meet the criminal threshold. Shadow Home Secretary Yvette13 March 2024Read More...
Culture
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Five British museums nominated for prestigious arts prizeMuseums across Skipton, Dundee, Manchester, and London are vying for the esteemed title of Museum of the Year 2024.Read More...
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Gustav Klimt portrait sells for £25.7 million at Vienna auctionA long-lost portrait by Gustav Klimt, depicting a young woman, fetched a staggering 30 million euros (£25.7 million) at an auction held in Vienna on Wednesday.Read More...
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Rishi Sunak: remembering those lost in terror attackIn his Passover message to the Jewish community, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak acknowledges the somber reality that "for too many families, there will be empty seats" at the Seder table thisRead More...
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Co-op Live: Manchester's new arena opens with high capacity and ambitionsA monumental addition to Manchester's entertainment landscape, the new £365m Co-op Live arena is poised to claim the title of the largest indoor arena in the UK. Nestled beside ManchesterRead More...
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Brontë birthplace unveils open day prior to renovationThe birthplace of the renowned Brontë sisters is set to welcome visitors for a special glimpse inside before embarking on a significant refurbishment.Read More...
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Taylor Swift's 'The Tortured Poets Department' smashes Spotify recordTaylor Swift's latest album, "The Tortured Poets Department," has shattered Spotify's record for the most-streamed album in a single day, the platform has announced. Not only did Swift'sRead More...
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Historic London pub, linked to Royalty, ravaged by fire: a heartbreaking lossA renowned London pub, steeped in history dating back possibly to the 16th century, has suffered extensive damage in a devastating fire. The Burn Bullock, a grade II-listed establishmentRead More...
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Salvator Rosa painting stolen from Oxford, recovered in Romania, and returned to UKA painting valued at EUR 2 million, stolen from an art gallery at Oxford University approximately four years ago, has been recovered in Romania and returned to UK judicial authorities,Read More...
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Plans to demolish former Museum of London site put on pauseA last-minute intervention from Levelling Up Secretary Michael Gove has halted plans to demolish the former Museum of London site.Read More...
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June’s London Fashion Week returns with fresh conceptThe British Fashion Council has unveiled an innovative approach for the upcoming London Fashion Week in June, aiming to spark a cultural phenomenon. Set to take place fromRead More...
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London's inaugural Taiwanese culture festival explores island's identity and historyLondon's vibrant Notting Hill district is about to experience a taste of Taiwanese culture with the launch of the 16-day Taiwan Festival on Friday, April 12.Read More...
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Soho showcase: The Art of Banksy unveils London's largest collectionThe largest collection of original Banksy artworks is set to make its debut in London's Soho, featuring over 150 pieces from the enigmatic Bristol-based artist. Opening at 100 CharingRead More...
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Taylor Swift joins billionaire elite: a look at the wealthiest of 2024Taylor Swift has ascended to the ranks of the world's wealthiest individuals, marking her debut on the billionaire list alongside luminaries such as Elon Musk. This revelation comes courtesy of aRead More...
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Education
Negotiations are progressing towards the UK's return to the EU's Horizon Europe science research programme as an associate member. After three months of talks, diplomatic sources indicate
Teachers in England returned to picket lines on Wednesday as they continued their ongoing strike over pay, leading to more disruptions in schools. Many schools are expected to either fully
On Monday 3 July, the UK and Spain completed the signing of a UK-Spain bilateral agreement on cooperation in matters of education and access to university and other higher education
All secondary school pupils in England will be offered a free flu vaccine from September for the 2023/24 season, the government has confirmed.
Former US President Bill Clinton made a public appearance in Oxford, catching the attention of onlookers as he strolled down Cornmarket Street on Friday (June 30). Dressed in a stylish blue
Labour, the political party in the UK, has unveiled a plan to provide a financial incentive of £2,400 to early-career teachers in England in order to address the issue of teacher attrition.
In the latest QS World University Rankings, two prestigious London universities have been recognized among the top ten in the world. Imperial College secured the sixth position, while
Oxford University students were seen making their way home this morning after attending the highly anticipated Commemoration Ball at Magdalen College. Dressed in elegant ball gowns and
Thousands of schoolchildren will learn more about the British nuclear testing programme thanks to a £70,000 grant from the Office for Veterans’ Affairs (OVA). Another £34,000 grant will bring
Oxford University held its prestigious Encaenia ceremony on Wednesday, June 21, 2023, granting honorary degrees to eight exceptional individuals. Among the esteemed recipients were