Culture
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Melbourne council removes vandalised Captain Cook monument
A long-targeted statue of British explorer Captain James Cook will not return to a Melbourne park after the local government decided it’s no longer worth the cost of repeated repairs.Read More... -
Metro’s grassroots music Tube map celebrates London’s cultural scene
Metro unveiled a special Tube map celebrating London’s grassroots music scene, spotlighting iconic venues and artists. Launched five hours ago as part of TfL’s 25th anniversary, the project,Read More... -
Export bar placed on £10.2 million Botticelli painting to keep it in the UK
A temporary export bar has been imposed on a rare painting by Italian Renaissance master Sandro Botticelli, currently at risk of leaving the UK. Valued at £10.2 million, the painting,Read More... -
Climbing Churchill statue to become a criminal offence
The UK government is set to make it a criminal offence to climb the statue of Winston Churchill in Parliament Square, with offenders facing up to three months in prison and a £1,000 fine.Read More... -
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...
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The pound surged to a three-week high against the euro on Monday following a surprising French election result that saw the hard-left securing the most parliamentary
Britain's new Prime Minister Keir Starmer promised on Monday to secure an improved agreement with the European Union on post-Brexit trading rules and revamp the "botched deal" signed by
A recent survey indicates that fewer British companies intend to increase their prices in the upcoming months. This trend could provide reassurance to the
A recent survey indicates that fewer British companies intend to increase their prices in the upcoming months. This trend could provide reassurance to the
David Lammy’s first trip as Foreign Secretary, arranged at very short notice, is less about immediate outcomes and more about projecting an image of a fresh, energetic administration eager to
Sir Keir Starmer and his newly formed cabinet held their first meeting on Saturday morning, marking the beginning of the new Labour government's tenure.
Keir Starmer, poised to move into Number 10 after a resounding election victory, will mark a significant moment in recent history as the official residence welcomes its first Jewish family.
Four individuals were taken into custody during a pro-Palestinian march in central London, as reported by the Metropolitan Police. One man was arrested on suspicion
Britain's new Prime Minister, Keir Starmer, addressed the media after holding his first cabinet meeting at Downing Street, following Labour's general election victory.
David Lammy, Labour's newly appointed foreign secretary, has committed to resetting relations with the European Union and advocating for a ceasefire in Gaza, while