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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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In a recent address, Rishi Sunak outlined plans for substantial increases in defence spending in the coming years, citing the current global landscape as the most perilous
Crossbench peer Lord Carlile has voiced dismay after the government overlooked "strong representations" to reschedule the crucial Rwanda Bill vote, which coincided with the
According to industry data released on Tuesday, UK grocery price inflation experienced a continued decline for the 14th consecutive month in April, partly fueled by increased promotional
British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has announced plans to commence the transfer of asylum seekers to Rwanda within the next 10 to 12 weeks, following the passage of required legislation by
Recent data from the Office for National Statistics reveals that government borrowing surpassed expectations for the last financial year.
In a recent development, a UK parliamentary researcher and another individual have been accused of spying for China, allegedly providing information that could be advantageous to an enemy
Donna Marie Brand has been sentenced to a minimum of 17 years in prison for her part in the murder of schoolgirl Caroline Glachan more than 27 years ago. The sentencing took place at the
The UK government has launched the £8 million Smart Shipping Acceleration Fund to propel maritime innovation and harness the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to enhance productivity.