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Business

Casual is the new corporate: UK offices redefine workwear norms

Mentions of casual dress in UK job postings surged during the pandemic and have remained high ever since. As hybrid work takes hold and younger generations reshape office culture, are ties and heels relics of the past?

08/11/2025

United Kingdom

UK court jails James Bond fantasist for attempting to spy for Russia

Bethan David, head of the Crown Prosecution Service’s Counter Terrorism Division, said the conviction sends "a clear message to anyone considering spying for or assisting Russia."

07/11/2025

Culture news

Grand Theft Auto VI release pushed back again till November 2026

Gamers of the world will have to wait a bit longer to get their hands on Grand Theft Auto VI after its maker Rockstar Games announced another delay in its release with the popular video game now due out in November 2026.

07/11/2025

United Kingdom

Mistakenly released UK prisoner turns himself to London prison staff

According to government figures, 262 prisoners were released in error in the year ending March 2025, a 128% increase on the previous 12-month period.

06/11/2025

United Kingdom

Andrew Mountbatten Windsor officially no longer a prince

The monarch announced on 31 October that he was removing his brother’s titles and evicting him from his royal residence over his relationship with the convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

06/11/2025

Economy

BoE keeps rates steady at 4% as economy shows signs of slowing

The UK's annual rate of consumer price inflation is standing at 3.8%, nearly double the bank’s 2% target.

06/11/2025

United Kingdom

UK police hunt for two more men wrongly released from prison

The inadvertent releases heap further embarrassment on the Prison Service, which has been starved of resources for many years.

05/11/2025

Business

Cyberattack on Marks & Spencer slices profits by more than a half

The hack cost M&S over £300 million in lost sales but the firm said it was able to recover around a third of this through an insurance payout.

05/11/2025

Art

Saatchi Gallery celebrates 40 years of contemporary experimentation

From a monumental Jenny Saville painting to Richard Wilson’s iconic mirrored oil installation, the Saatchi Gallery's latest show is celebration of its legacy, experimentation and the future of art.

05/11/2025

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David Beckham receives knighthood from King Charles III

David Beckham was knighted by King Charles III at Windsor Castle, receiving one of Britain’s highest honors for his contributions to sport and charity.

04/11/2025

United Kingdom

UK far-right figure Tommy Robinson cleared of terror-related offence

Judge said police detained the far-right activist based on his political beliefs rather than suspicions of a connection to terrorism.

04/11/2025

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Rare African cheetah brothers arrive at UK’s Chester Zoo

Chester Zoo in the UK has welcomed two rare Northeast African cheetah brothers, Kendi and Tafari, as part of a conservation effort to protect one of the world’s most endangered big cat species.

03/11/2025

United Kingdom

UK man charged with attempted murder after 11 hurt in train stabbing

British Transport Police said Anthony Williams is charged with 10 counts of attempted murder, one of actual bodily harm and one of possession of a bladed article over the attack on Saturday.

03/11/2025

United Kingdom

Witness describes mass stabbing attack on London-bound train

Amira Ostalski describes the chaos as passengers fled a London-bound train during a stabbing attack. 11 people were injured, including an LNER staff member in critical condition. Police arrested a 32-year-old suspect and ruled out terrorism.

03/11/2025

United Kingdom

UK police explains motive behind train stabbing attack

British Transport Police have ruled out terrorism as a motive behind Saturday evening's train stabbing incident which injured 11 people, nine of them critically. Investigations with the two arrested suspects are ongoing to discover the motives behind the attack.

02/11/2025

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Tiny pony becomes the mane attraction for visitors

Believed to be the smallest Shetland pony ever born at a UK rescue farm, Pam is charming everyone with her playful energy and tiny frame.

31/10/2025

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Lego pumpkins bring Halloween magic to Legoland Windsor

At first glance, it looks like an ordinary pumpkin patch. But hidden among the real pumpkins are others made entirely of Lego bricks.

31/10/2025

United Kingdom

Prince Andrew to lose 'prince' title, Buckingham Palace says

The move follows revelations about his relationship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein.

30/10/2025

Healthcare

Could this AI tool detect prostate cancer in 24 hours?

The new approach could save men from weeks of waiting for a diagnosis, NHS England said.

28/10/2025

Culture news

Fawlty Towers actress Prunella Scales dies aged 93

The actress Prunella Scales, best known for her role as Sybil Fawlty in the British comedy series Fawlty Series, has died aged 93.

28/10/2025

wellbeing

Why viewing masterpieces in a gallery is good for your health

A small experiment found tangible benefits from viewing masterpieces by artists such as Manet, Toulouse-Lautrec, and van Gogh in a gallery.

28/10/2025

Health news

Under 10,000 steps? Here’s the best walking habits for heart health

One long walk per day is better than multiple short walks when it comes to heart health, a new study finds.

28/10/2025

United Kingdom

King Charles dedicates UK's first national memorial to LGBTQ+ troops

The sculpture takes the form of a crumpled bronze letter bearing words from personnel who were affected by the ban on gay and transgender people from serving in the armed forces.

27/10/2025

Economy

Searches for UK seasonal jobs peak ahead of Christmas period

With Halloween just around the corner, it is far too early for many to think about sleigh bells and Christmas cheer. Jobseekers, however, remain an exception to the trend, with the search for seasonal work well underway.

27/10/2025

United Kingdom

Zelenskyy urges US to up Russia sanctions to force it into peace talks

Zelenskyy was in London for talks with two dozen European leaders who have pledged military support to shield his country from future Russian aggression.

24/10/2025

United Kingdom

UK judge sentences five men for roles in Russia-linked arson attack

The men were involved in a plot to set fire to a warehouse in east London in March 2024 that contained humanitarian aid and Starlink satellite equipment destined for Ukraine.

24/10/2025