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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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Efforts are underway to develop a new variety of bread that mirrors the taste and appearance of white bread while offering the health benefits of wholemeal alternatives.
PC Mohammed Adil, a member of the West Yorkshire Police force, is facing court appearances after being charged with two terrorism-related offences.
The Department for Transport, led by Guy Opperman MP, has announced a significant boost of £1.8 million for the Freight Innovation Fund, aimed at fostering innovation and supporting skilled
The UK has initiated its first return of a failed asylum seeker to Rwanda as part of a voluntary repatriation program. The individual, who remains unidentified, is believed to have flown to Kigali,
Heat network customers are set to receive improved protections over their energy bills.
Leading food delivery companies, including Deliveroo, Just Eat, and Uber Eats, are stepping up security measures on their platforms to combat illegal working practices. Following discussions
In 2023, the Security Industry Authority (SIA) allocated £10,000 to support the endeavors of 1000 Black Boys CIC, a social enterprise based in London, aiming to inspire and uplift young
In a recent session in the House of Lords, a Home Office minister declined to respond to what was described as a "deeply inappropriate" inquiry regarding British Jews and their connection
Whitbread, the parent company of Premier Inn, is set to streamline its operations by slashing 1,500 jobs amidst plans to shutter restaurants while expanding its hotel arm.
Responding to a recent influx of counterfeit stamps circulating in the postal system, Royal Mail has decided to temporarily suspend the £5 penalty previously imposed on recipients of