Culture
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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... -
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...
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Queen Camilla graced the Isle of Man with her presence on Wednesday, radiating smiles as she undertook various engagements, including the historic conferral of city status upon Douglas,
Numerous Greggs bakeries across various regions of the UK have closed their doors, leaving disappointed customers in Manchester, London, Cardiff, and Newcastle. Reports indicate that the
Plans for a substantial housing development comprising up to 650 homes on the outskirts of Melksham, Wiltshire, have been met with refusal. The proposed site, currently consisting of
In February, inflation experienced a notable decline to 3.4%, down from January's 4%, moving closer to the Bank of England's target of 2%. This marks the slowest increase in the cost of
Brits can expect a warm respite just in time for spring as a heatwave with temperatures soaring to 30C in Spain moves across the Channel.
The Department for Transport has announced a significant investment of £38.3 million to bolster safety measures on 17 of England's highest risk roads, benefiting drivers and road users alike.
Rishi Sunak's four-month-old nephew has recently entered the realm of multi-millionaires, courtesy of a generous gift from his grandfather, NR Narayana Murthy, the co-founder of Infosys and
The UK faces a critical juncture in its energy transition as the demand for green energy surges, prompting a call for a £58 billion overhaul of the national grid by 2035.
Prince William is set to visit Sheffield to shine a spotlight on homelessness initiatives, continuing his dedication to addressing this pressing issue. Following the successful launch of the
The UK has unveiled a pioneering digital development strategy, aimed at spearheading global efforts to ensure inclusivity and equitable access to digital opportunities.