Culture
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Exploring London’s forgotten Cockney-Yiddish culture: a new podcast unveils lost voices and stories
A new podcast, launched today by Queen Mary University historians Professor Nadia Valman and Dr. Vivi Lachs, uncovers the unique and often-overlooked fusion of Cockney and YiddishRead More... -
Blenheim Palace unveils exclusive ‘Family Treasures’ extended tour
Starting 15th February 2025, Blenheim Palace, a UNESCO World Heritage Site, will introduce an exciting new experience for visitors—the Family Treasures extended tour. This exclusive journeyRead More... -
Rare Harry Potter first edition rescued from rubbish sells for £21,000
A rare first edition of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone, which was nearly discarded, has fetched over £21,000 at auction.Read More... -
King Charles visits Polish Social and Cultural Centre in London
King Charles paid a visit to the Polish Social and Cultural Centre (POSK) in Hammersmith, London, on Wednesday, where he was warmly welcomed by Polish Ambassador to the UK,Read More... -
The Princess of Wales unveils new childhood programme at National Portrait Gallery
Visitors at the National Portrait Gallery were in for a surprise as the Princess of Wales arrived in an unexpected fashion—stepping off a London minibus alongside a group of enthusiasticRead More... -
McCartney warns copyright law change could harm artists
Sir Paul McCartney has voiced his concerns over proposed changes to UK copyright law, warning they could allow artificial intelligence (AI) to exploit creators' work and threaten the livelihoodsRead More... -
Two Van Gogh paintings to be displayed in London for the first time
Two remarkable paintings by Vincent van Gogh, created shortly after the artist famously mutilated his ear, will be showcased in London for the first time.Read More... -
Bloomsbury renews Amazon UK contract to avoid sales disruption
Bloomsbury Publishing, the renowned publisher of the Harry Potter series, has renewed its supply agreement with Amazon UK, resolving months of stalled negotiations that had threatened aRead More... -
Chinese New Year Gala celebrated in London
The Chinese Students and Scholars Association UK (CSSAUK) hosted a vibrant Chinese New Year Gala in London on January 21, 2025. This festive event brought together performers andRead More... -
Woman arrested after bombarding Joey Essex and His Love Island girlfriend Jessy Potts with over 100,000 messages
A woman in her 40s has been arrested following allegations that she sent more than 100,000 messages, including death threats, to Joey Essex and his Love Island girlfriend, Jessy Potts.Read More... -
UK rules out TikTok ban, says cat videos are not a security threat
Cat and dancing videos don’t appear to pose a national security risk, a senior UK Cabinet minister has said, confirming that there are no current plans to ban TikTok in the UK.Read More...
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Motorola has been denied permission to appeal a ruling by the UK's antitrust regulator, which found the company was earning "supernormal" profits from its contract to provide communications
A stark image of a distressed mother holding her baby encapsulates the growing struggle of many families in London as the demand for social housing reaches a 10-year peak.
A groundbreaking new initiative, Warmer Homes London (WHL), has been launched by the Mayor of London and London Councils to make homes across the capital greener, more
Hundreds of demonstrators gathered on Saturday at the proposed site of Beijing's controversial new embassy in London, voicing concerns over human rights and security implications.
A significant majority of Londoners support building homes on grey belt land, according to new research commissioned by London Councils and conducted by Ipsos.
Grants starting at £20,000 available for food redistribution charities
Modern Slavery Act and its erosion
British house prices saw a stronger-than-expected increase in January as buyers rushed to finalize transactions before a scheduled rise in property purchase taxes in April, mortgage lender
The UK is set for a significant temperature drop, with lows of -7°C (19.4°F) expected as cold health alerts come into effect.
The British government has expelled a Russian diplomat in response to Moscow’s removal of a British official last year, escalating tensions between the two nations.