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Manchester United to build £2 billion stadium, aiming for the best in the world
Manchester United to build £2 billion stadium, aiming for the best in the world
Manchester United have announced plans to construct a new £2 billion (S$3.44 billion) stadium next to Old Trafford, with a vision of creating the “world’s greatest football stadium.”
Read More... London Lions unveil plans for world-class basketball arena with mayor’s backing
London Lions unveil plans for world-class basketball arena with mayor’s backing
The London Lions have announced ambitious plans to construct a state-of-the-art basketball arena, marking a significant step in the sport’s growth within the capital. The project has received
Read More... Liverpool extend League lead to 16 points; Forest stun Man City
Liverpool extend League lead to 16 points; Forest stun Man City
Liverpool took another step towards the Premier League title with a commanding 3-1 win over bottom-placed Southampton on Saturday. Mohamed Salah netted twice, while Darwin Nunez also
Read More... Newcastle United sees 28% revenue surge as losses drop significantly in 2023-24 season
Newcastle United sees 28% revenue surge as losses drop significantly in 2023-24 season
Newcastle United has reported a significant financial upturn, with revenue climbing to £320 million ($406.88 million) for the financial year ending June 2024—a 28% increase from £250 million
Read More... Victor Lindelof considering Summer exit as Ruben Amorim plans ruthless Manchester United overhaul
Victor Lindelof considering Summer exit as Ruben Amorim plans ruthless Manchester United overhaul
Victor Lindelof is reportedly eyeing a summer departure from Manchester United, potentially ending his eight-year tenure at Old Trafford. The Swedish defender, who joined the club in 2017
Read More... Paula Radcliffe runs first marathon in a decade at age 51
Paula Radcliffe runs first marathon in a decade at age 51
Former marathon world record holder Paula Radcliffe made a competitive return to the distance after 10 years, completing the Tokyo Marathon on Sunday.
Read More... Man City overcome FA Cup scare as O'Reilly shines against Plymouth
Man City overcome FA Cup scare as O'Reilly shines against Plymouth
Manchester City survived an FA Cup upset as teenage sensation Nico O'Reilly led a spirited comeback in their 3-1 victory over Plymouth Argyle in the fifth round on Saturday.
Read More... Maddison’s strike seals Tottenham’s 1-0 win over Manchester United
Maddison’s strike seals Tottenham’s 1-0 win over Manchester United
James Maddison’s early goal proved decisive as Tottenham Hotspur edged past Manchester United 1-0 on Sunday, securing their first home Premier League victory in over three months.
Read More... Chelsea footballer Sam Kerr found not guilty of racial harassment over 'stupid and white' comment
Chelsea footballer Sam Kerr found not guilty of racial harassment over 'stupid and white' comment
Chelsea striker Sam Kerr has been acquitted of racially aggravated harassment after a jury ruled her comment to a police officer did not amount to a criminal offense.
Read More... West Ham at the heart of alarming £206.7m London Stadium forecast
West Ham at the heart of alarming £206.7m London Stadium forecast
West Ham United find themselves at the heart of a worrying financial projection surrounding the London Stadium, as reported by The Sun on Sunday.
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Nearly 95% of London pupils secure a preferred secondary school place
New data from the Pan-London Admissions Board, released on National Secondary Offer Day 2025, reveals that 94.8% of children set to start secondary school in London this SeptemberRead More... -
UK concludes IHRA presidency, passing leadership to Israel
After a successful year at the helm of the International Holocaust Remembrance Alliance (IHRA), the UK formally hands over the presidency to Israel on 3 March 2025.Read More... -
LSE defends hosting of book launch that questions Hamas’ vilification since October 7
The London School of Economics (LSE) has defended its decision to host the launch of a book at its Middle East Centre, which argues that Hamas has been unfairly "vilified and demonized"Read More... -
Decline in Jewish school enrolments for the first time in 30 years, says new report
A new report from the Institute for Jewish Policy Research (JPR) reveals that the number of students attending Jewish schools in the UK has declined for the first time in three decades.Read More... -
First schools confirmed for landmark free breakfast club scheme
750 Schools Set to Launch Free Breakfast Clubs from April, Supporting Families Across EnglandRead More... -
Lord Hague officially installed as Oxford University’s Chancellor
Lord Hague of Richmond has been formally inaugurated as the 160th Chancellor of the University of Oxford in a ceremony held today at the Sheldonian Theatre. His appointment follows hisRead More... -
Romanian startup Bible chat secures $14M, becomes fastest-growing faith app worldwide
Romanian startup Bible Chat has raised $14 million in a Series A funding round led by Silicon Valley-based True Ventures, with additional support from Early Game Ventures and Play Ventures.Read More... -
Declining demand for school places poses tough choices for London schools
London schools are facing increasing challenges as demand for school places continues to fall, according to a new report from London Councils.Read More... -
Government reforms aim to boost apprenticeships and economic growth
The government is introducing key reforms to streamline apprenticeships, aiming to qualify up to 10,000 more apprentices annually by reducing bureaucratic barriers. These changes includeRead More... -
Parents warned of hefty fines for unauthorised school absences
Parents across the UK have been cautioned that they could face fines of up to £2,500 for persistently taking their children out of school without permission. In the last academic year alone, anRead More...
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£1.1bn British Library expansion moves forward
Plans for a £1.1bn extension of the British Library are officially moving ahead, with completion expected by 2032, the developer has confirmed.Read More... -
Waterstones to leave historic Oxford bookstore for new Queen Street location
Oxford’s iconic Waterstones bookstore is set to leave its historic home in William Baker House and relocate to a new premises in the city centre.Read More... -
Edvard Munch’s portraits take center stage in new London exhibition
A new exhibition at London’s National Portrait Gallery is shining a light on Edvard Munch’s mastery of portraiture, revealing a deeper side to the artist best known for The Scream.Read More... -
This is London’s best bookshop, according to Time Out
Daunt Books in Marylebone takes the top spot, thanks to its stunning Edwardian interiors and exceptional book selection.Read More... -
King Charles shares the soundtrack of his life for Commonwealth Day
From the legendary reggae rhythms of Bob Marley to the chart-topping hits of Kylie Minogue and the soulful melodies of Raye, King Charles has unveiled a selection of songs that have shapedRead More... -
London Eye at 25: the landmark that almost never was
Had it not been for the determination of two visionary architects in the early 1990s, London’s skyline—and its iconic New Year’s Eve fireworks—would look very different today.Read More... -
Charli XCX dominates Brit Awards with 'Brat' album wins
British pop sensation Charli XCX made a bold statement at the Brit Awards on March 1, turning the annual ceremony into a celebration of her cultural movement, "brat summer."Read More... -
Prince William speaks Welsh in St David’s Day message
Prince William has shared his first-ever public message in Welsh to celebrate St David’s Day, marking the occasion with a heartfelt tribute to Wales, its culture, and its people.Read More... -
Artists release silent album to protest AI copyright law changes
"In the music of the future, will our voices go unheard?" asked Kate Bush in a statement.Read More... -
Historic royal service returns to Durham Cathedral after 50 years
For the first time in nearly half a century, the Royal Maundy service will be held at Durham Cathedral.Read More... -
King Charles awards first humanitarian medals
King Charles has officially presented the first recipients of the newly established Humanitarian Medal during a ceremony at Buckingham Palace.Read More...
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London’s St Patrick’s Day Festival returns on Sunday, March 16
The Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, has announced the highly anticipated return of the city’s iconic St Patrick’s Day Festival and Parade on Sunday, March 16. This vibrant celebration bringsRead More... -
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...
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From April, millions of households across Britain will face higher energy costs as Ofgem, the energy regulator, raises its domestic price cap by 6.4%. The increase is driven by soaring wholesale
A government-backed report released on Tuesday reveals that women now occupy approximately 43% of board positions in Britain’s 350 largest publicly traded companies. However, while
Following the government’s announcement of Exceptional Financial Support (EFS) for local authorities, London Councils has reiterated its call for a sustainable solution to the worsening funding
British companies advertised fewer job vacancies in January compared to the previous year, marking the lowest number of openings for the month since 2021. However, salaries continued to
UK Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has emphasized that any negotiations to end the war in Ukraine must include Kyiv, following reports that the US and Russia have begun discussions without
Britain is set to impose a new entry ban on individuals who have significantly supported the Russian state or amassed their wealth through ties to the Kremlin. The measures, which will be
Transport for London (TfL) has confirmed the presence of asbestos in two London Underground stations. While the material has been detected in several locations across the network, TfL
Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has unveiled a £200m investment to support the future of the Grangemouth site, calling it an "investment in Scotland's industrial future." Speaking at the
Thousands of demonstrators took to the streets of London on Saturday in a powerful show of support for Ukraine, gathering outside the Russian Embassy in Notting Hill to protest against