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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... -
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...
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Over 1,000 employees at an Amazon warehouse in central England have gone on strike once more, according to the GMB trade union. This strike is part of an ongoing dispute over wages.
The latest data from the British Retail Consortium (BRC) shows that UK retail sales growth in October failed to meet recent standards.
Charles III will deliver the first King's Speech in over 70 years, formally inaugurating the UK parliament and presenting the government's legislative agenda as an election looms.
London equities started the day on a positive note, with a notable surge in the personal goods sector, while investors evaluated economic data indicating a slowdown in the UK economy.
According to recently released data from travel agency eDreams ODIGEO, London has emerged as the most searched-for global destination this year, surpassing Paris and claiming the title of
Office-sharing company WeWork has initiated bankruptcy proceedings in the US with the goal of addressing nearly $20 billion in debts. WeWork, supported by SoftBank, aims to achieve this by
A section of Bristol Airport's runway is now operational again after resolving a previous technical glitch.
House prices in the UK experienced a 1.1% increase in October, marking the first rise in six months, according to the Halifax. However, the lender predicts a decline in values over the coming
Around 40% of rail services will continue running during strikes as per the proposed minimum service regulations for train operators in Great Britain, according to the government.
Google's Street View will soon include virtual explorations of London's busiest Tube stations. Transport for London (TfL) has revealed plans to add over 30 stations to the online service, making