World News
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Virgin Atlantic permanently ends Tel Aviv route, maintains ties through EL AL partnership
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 OctoberRead More... -
India signs $7.4 billion deal to acquire 26 Rafale fighter jets for navy
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.Read More... -
UK Foreign Secretary visits Gulf to strengthen security and drive economic growth
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.Read More... -
India orders all Pakistani nationals to leave amid soaring tensions after Kashmir attack
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 SecretaryRead More... -
UK’s Reeves optimistic about trade deal with U.S.
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. importRead More...
Culture
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Harrogate’s cherry blossoms rival Japan’s sakura season
While Japan’s iconic cherry blossom season draws millions each year, a town in North Yorkshire is proving you don’t need to fly 6,000 miles to experience the magic.Read More... -
British Library set for £1.1 billion expansion
The British Library, the largest in the UK, is set for a major transformation with a £1.1 billion expansion project now approved.Read More... -
Export bars placed on two 18th century Agostino Brunias paintings
Two paintings by the 18th-century Italian artist Agostino Brunias, both depicting scenes from the Caribbean island of St Vincent, have been placed under temporary export bars to give UKRead More... -
Pope recognizes Antoni Gaudí's "heroic virtues," puts him on path to sainthood
The Vatican has taken a significant step toward making renowned Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí a saint, officially recognizing his "heroic virtues." Often referred to as "God's architect,"Read More... -
Britain’s oldest Indian restaurant faces closure amid Central London lease dispute
Veeraswamy, the UK's oldest Indian restaurant, is facing the threat of closure just before reaching its centenary, due to a lease disagreement with the Crown Estate.Read More... -
Communities invited to nominate beloved UK traditions for National Heritage List
This summer, communities across the UK will be able to nominate their favourite traditions—from iconic celebrations like Notting Hill Carnival and Hogmanay to time-honoured crafts likeRead More... -
£20m museum renewal fund opens for England’s civic museums
Civic museums across England can now apply for a share of the new £20 million Museum Renewal Fund, aimed at boosting access to collections, enhancing educational programmes, andRead More... -
The underrated UK city that was England’s first capital — 1,000 years before London
Tucked away in Essex lies a city that predates London as England's capital by over a millennium. Rich in Roman and medieval history, Colchester only officially became a city in 2022 as part ofRead More... -
Universal Studios to open first UK theme park in Bedford by 2031, creating 28,000 jobs
The UK is officially getting its first Universal Studios theme park, with a grand opening set for 2031. The landmark project, backed by the UK government, is expected to bring in a staggeringRead More... -
MI5 lifts the veil on 115 years of secrets in new exhibition
For the first time in its 115-year history, MI5 is pulling back the curtain on its shadowy past. A new exhibition at the National Archives in London, MI5: Official Secrets, offers the public anRead More... -
Tourist tax could help revive London’s arts and culture scene
A growing number of voices are calling on the government to allow London to introduce a tourist tax, similar to those already in place in many popular European cities. The Centre for LondonRead More... -
£1bn Chinese ceramics gift to British Museum approved
The Charity Commission has officially approved the largest donation in the British Museum’s history—a collection of Chinese ceramics valued at around £1 billion.Read More... -
UK to return Nazi-looted painting to Jewish family
A 17th-century painting stolen by the Nazis in 1940 from a Jewish art collector in Belgium is set to be returned to the collector’s descendants, the British government announced on Saturday,Read More...
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Sport
Saudi Arabian club Al-Hilal has tabled a world record-breaking bid of £259m to secure the services of Kylian Mbappe, the Paris St-Germain forward and captain of the French national team.
The Secretary of State for Wales David TC Davies MP has visited newly refurbished public tennis courts at Six Bells Park, Abertillery, just one of the parks across Wales that is benefitting from a
King Felipe VI of Spain was the first to offer his congratulations to Carlos Alcaraz as he claimed the Gentlemen's Singles title at Wimbledon. King Felipe led the applause from the Royal Box on
Arsenal has officially announced the acquisition of England midfielder Declan Rice from West Ham in a transfer deal worth £100m, with an additional £5m in add-ons. The confirmation from the
In a thrilling Euro 2023 final, England U21 emerged victorious as they secured the championship title against Spain U21. The match reached a climax with a last-second penalty that Spain
Andy Murray's bid for a triumphant Wimbledon victory on the 10th anniversary of his 2013 title win came to an end in the second round against fifth seed Stefanos Tsitsipas.
Sunderland Football Club has finalized the acquisition of Katie Kitching, a former midfielder for London City Lionesses, on a one-year contract. The Lady Black Cats shared the news of the
Cesar Azpilicueta's departure from Chelsea to Atletico Madrid marks the latest player exit this summer, adding to a growing list of departures from Stamford Bridge. Mason Mount, N'Golo Kante,
Football legend David Beckham opened up about his Jewish heritage and childhood experiences during the launch of the Lira Winston Fellowships at St John's Wood Synagogue. Speaking at
Chelsea Football Club has brought back Dr. Chris Hughes in an effort to address their persistent injury woes, working in conjunction with new head coach Mauricio Pochettino.