UK News
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Two men convicted of cutting down iconic Sycamore Gap tree in England
Two men have been found guilty of cutting down the iconic Sycamore Gap tree in what authorities described as a senseless act of destruction that outraged the public acrossRead More... -
UK sanctions directors of oil trading firm over links to Russia
The UK government on Friday imposed new sanctions targeting Russia, including asset freezes on several directors of the oil trading firm formerly known as Coral Energy Group, now operatingRead More... -
King Charles urges global peace at VE Day 80th anniversary concert
King Charles III marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a heartfelt televised speech at a commemorative concert, calling for renewed global unity and peace. His address echoed theRead More... -
UK commits to supporting Ukraine’s justice system
On the eve of Victory in Europe Day, the UK reinforced its support for Ukraine’s democratic future with the signing of a Memorandum of Cooperation between Minister for Courts and LegalRead More... -
NHS worker awarded £30,000 after being compared to Darth Vader
An NHS employee has received nearly £30,000 in compensation after being likened to Star Wars villain Darth Vader during a workplace personality quiz.Read More...
Culture
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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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Italy's Defense Minister, Guido Crosetto, has referred to his country's decision to join China's Belt and Road Initiative (BRI) as "wicked." In an interview with Corriere della Sera, Crosetto stated
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky has stated that war is "gradually returning" to Russia after the latest series of attacks, including a drone strike on a business and shopping development
President Joe Biden has sent his national security adviser, Jake Sullivan, to Saudi Arabia for discussions with Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, also known as MbS. The visit aims to foster a
A new humanitarian programme which will aim to deliver vital healthcare support to vulnerable Yemeni women and children has been announced by the UK.
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Mahathir Mohamad, the former prime minister of Malaysia and a prominent Muslim politician, has sparked controversy with his recent comments rejecting Holocaust sympathy and dismissing it
According to a recent study conducted by Flatio, Portugal has emerged as the most favored destination for digital nomads. The survey, which gathered data from 1,200 digital nomads, revealed
Across the country today, commemorations are being held to remember the sacrifice of British personnel who fought and died in the Korean War to mark the 70th anniversary of the signing of