UK News
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Environment Agency ramps up dry weather response after driest spring start since 1956
England is facing its driest start to spring in nearly seven decades, prompting the Environment Agency (EA) to urge stronger action from water companies to protect supplies.Read More... -
Government launches digital exam records to cut costs and red tape
Thousands of students will receive their exam results digitally this summer as part of a new government initiative aimed at modernising education records and reducing bureaucracy.Read More... -
Prince Harry returns to court in lawsuit against Daily Mail publisher
Prince Harry’s legal team returned to court in London on Tuesday as part of an ongoing lawsuit against Associated Newspapers (ANL), the publisher of the Daily Mail, Mail on Sunday,Read More... -
Catholicism on the rise among young Britons seeking deeper meaning
At 23, Joshua Steel found a peace he couldn’t find elsewhere when he began attending Catholic Mass in Britain. For Dan Williamson, 26, it was a longing for something “deeper, ancient andRead More... -
Winter fuel payment cuts hurt Labour in local elections, says Minister
Health Secretary Wes Streeting has admitted that Labour’s decision to restrict winter fuel payments contributed to the party's poor performance in last week’s local elections.Read More...
Culture
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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... -
MI5 lifts the veil on 115 years of secrets in new exhibition
For the first time in its 115-year history, MI5 is pulling back the curtain on its shadowy past. A new exhibition at the National Archives in London, MI5: Official Secrets, offers the public anRead More...
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The Royal Navy has initiated an investigation following a collision between two UK warships at a port in Bahrain, according to official statements. Social media widely shared footage appeared
Hollywood actor Arnold Schwarzenegger faced a three-hour detention at Munich airport after allegedly neglecting to declare a luxury watch intended for charity auction. An investigation into
Rwandan President Paul Kagame has suggested that the UK could get its money back if no asylum seekers are sent to Rwanda under the current deal with the government.
A Malta-flagged, Greek-owned vessel, the Zografia, was hit by a missile in the Red Sea off the coast of Yemen, according to maritime security firm Ambrey. This marks the third incident
Two British brothers, Stewart and Louis Ahearne, could face a five-year ban from Switzerland, in addition to a possible four-year jail sentence, for their involvement in a museum heist targeting
Queen Margrethe II marks end of 52-year reign: abdication ceremony and grand celebrations in Denmark
In a historic moment, Queen Margrethe II of Denmark has signed her abdication after an illustrious reign of 52 years, marking a significant transfer of power. The abdication ceremony
Brunei's Prince Abdul Mateen, known for his striking looks and military service, has formalized his union with commoner fiancée Yang Mulia Anisha Rosnah in a grand 10-day royal wedding.
British High Commission staff in Ottawa relocated to their new office at 140 Sussex Drive last week. The new High Commission is located within the Earnscliffe National Historic Site which has
During a rare visit to Ukraine, Prime Minister Rishi Sunak has declared Britain's commitment to provide £2.5bn in military aid over the next year, marking the country's most substantial annual
Rishi Sunak asserts that the recent strikes on Houthi rebel sites in Yemen by the UK and US are deemed necessary and proportionate for safeguarding global shipping in the Red Sea.