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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Thousands of seafarers will be guaranteed fair wages, proper rest periods and suitable training thanks to a new Seafarers’ Charter launched by the UK government today (24 July 2023).
Oxford University graduate Keir Mather, aged 25, made history as parliament's youngest MP after winning the Selby and Ainsty by-election on July 20, overturning a significant majority.
Sellafield Ltd’s chief executive has officially opened the revitalised Frizington Youth and Community Centre in West Cumbria.
The Brownfield, Infrastructure and Land fund will focus on regenerating brownfield land and supporting the creation of new settlements.
Charlotte Owen, a 30-year-old former adviser to Boris Johnson, has been appointed to the House of Lords, making her the youngest peer in the chamber. She was among several allies of the
Amazon's pioneering "just walk out" grocery store, Amazon Fresh, located in Ealing Broadway, West London, has been permanently closed, marking the end of its two-year run. The store,
Charities and community organisations carrying out vital work to help vulnerable people are today invited to apply for a major government support package worth £76 million.
In a bid to address the housing shortage that has left many younger voters struggling with high rents and unable to afford their own homes, British Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has pledged to
The British government has taken swift action in response to the wildfires in Rhodes by deploying a rapid deployment team to aid British nationals on the island.
A new medal to recognise people who have responded selflessly during or after a major humanitarian crisis has been announced by the government today.