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Looking forward to Brexit 2018

2017 was a turbulent year for Brexit negotiations and 2018 is shaping up to be no different, so what are the main challenges in the months ahead?

01/01/2018

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Huge car-park blaze ‘destroys 1,400 vehicles’

A fire in a multi-storey car park in Liverpool has destroyed hundreds of vehicles, say police.

01/01/2018

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UK: dramatic fire in Manchester block of flats

One person was taken to hospital as firefighters tackled a blaze that spread through several floors of a city centre tower block.

30/12/2017

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London prepares for New Year's Eve fireworks show amid heavy security

Hundreds of thousands of people are expected to line the River Thames to see the first moments of 2018 arrive

30/12/2017

United Kingdom

Ringo Starr and Barry Gibb knighted in UK New Year honours list

The ex-Beatles drummer and Bee Gees singer are knighted in Queen Elizabeth's New Year's honours list.

30/12/2017

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Brexit leaves London restaurants concerned about future

With fewer customers willing to dine out and less job applications from EU citizens, London's service industry is concerned about the future.

28/12/2017

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'Adverse weather' strands hundreds at London Stansted

Hundreds of frustrated passengers were stranded at London Stansted Airport on Wednesday night because of 'adverse weather'

28/12/2017

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More disruption as heavy snow hits large parts of the UK

Yellow weather alerts have been issued for ice in Scotland, Northern Ireland and north-east England and snow in Wales and parts of England.

27/12/2017

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Lewis Hamilton apologises after 'boys don't wear dresses' backlash

The British racing driver had made the comments about his young nephew dressed as a princess during Christmas.

27/12/2017

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Boxing Day shopping spree in Britain

Some reports say Boxing Day sales in the UK could be the biggest shopping spree ever, but others are more cautious

26/12/2017

United Kingdom

Queen pays tribute to terrorism victims in Christmas message

Queen Elizabeth has praised the cities of London and Manchester for the way they dealt with deadly terrorist attacks this year

25/12/2017

Cult

Ringo Starr may become a 'Sir'

The Sun newspaper has reported Ringo Starr is to be knighted.

25/12/2017

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London Zoo to reopen after fire that killed animals

An aardvark died and four meerkats are missing, feared dead, after Saturday's fire at the popular tourist destination.

24/12/2017

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Christmas tradition celebrates its 99th year

In the UK, the Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols was first introduced at King's College, Cambridge in 1918. The service has been captivating people around the world ever since, and millions will tune in to hear it on Christmas Eve.

24/12/2017

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Mars bars, gloves and the word of God - all you need for a night in Gl

The Street Pastors are a group of Christian volunteers who walk Scotland's streets doling out support to the needy, hungry, and drunk.

23/12/2017

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London Zoo to reopen after fire that killed animals

An aardvark died and four meerkats are missing, feared dead, after Saturday's fire at the popular tourist destination.

23/12/2017

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‘Fake news!’ ‘PR stunt!’ UK blue passport plans trigger emotive row

Accusations fly between government and critics over plans to change the colour of UK passports after Brexit to boost ‘national identity’.

22/12/2017

Cult

"Hamilton" transfers from Broadway to London

"Hamilton" received a rapturous reception from a star-studded, 1,500-strong audience at the show's official opening night in London on Thursday

22/12/2017

Cult

Chill out to the cool tunes of Terje Isungset

Norway's foremost ice percussionist and musician makes music with ice instruments, an approach that sees him and singing partner Maria Skranes play dozens of concerts every year.

21/12/2017

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Damian Green resigns from UK government

The First Secretary of State Damian Green has resigned from the UK government amid pornography scandal

20/12/2017

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EU:UK Brexit deadline flip-flop

The European Union has now come out saying it wants the transition period after Brexit to end no later than the last day of 2020, while the UK say that are willing to be more flexible

20/12/2017

United Kingdom

Vending machines for homeless in the UK

Through a partnership with supermarkets and shops, Action Hunger will offer products including food, toiletries and books, in the machines which will be available to homeless people 24 hours a day.

20/12/2017

Economy

IMF says its pre-Brexit gloomy forecast is proving to be true

Britain’s economy is already suffering from its vote to leave the European Union according to International Monetary Fund chief Christine Lagarde

20/12/2017

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This hotel turns you into a movie star

Being a guest at Victory House in London has its advantages.

20/12/2017

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Selfieccino debutes in London cafe

A cafe in London is taking barista art to a new level by giving customers the chance to sip on their own self-portraits.

20/12/2017

United Kingdom

UK vows to push for ‘bespoke’ Brexit deal despite Barnier refusal

Theresa May’s full cabinet has held its first discussion on the future relationship the UK should seek with the EU after Brexit.

19/12/2017