United Kingdom

Markets

Pound rockets to more than two-year high after BoE rate decision

Sterling soared to its highest level in two and a half years against the US dollar after the Bank of England held its interest rate steady, diverging from the Federal Reserve’s substantial rate cut.

20/09/2024

Travel News

Travel from UK to Georgia set to get much quicker with direct flights

The new routes from Heathrow and Luton will cut down flight time from around eight to five hours.

19/09/2024

United Kingdom

UK PM Starmer under fire for failing to declare gifts on time

UK MPs are allowed to accept gifts but have to declare donations and extra-parliamentary income within 28 days. Starmer says he missed the deadline because he was verifying exactly what needed to be declared.

19/09/2024

Economy

Bank of England keeps rates at 5%, propels pound to over 2-year highs

The Bank of England held rates at 5%, as largely expected. The pound surged against the dollar and euro, while the FTSE 100 dipped slightly. European stocks rallied following the Federal Reserve's rate cut.

19/09/2024

Art

Faces of transgender people adorn a new artwork in Trafalgar Square

The sculpture is the latest installation on the Fourth Plinth and is described as a piece designed to “unite the trans community around the world”.

19/09/2024

Culture news

UK theatre cancels Shakespeare play over Gaza and trans rights dispute

A theatre in Manchester has cancelled the entire run of a Shakespeare play due to an argument over references to trans and Palestinian rights.

18/09/2024

Culture news

Affordable tickets and grassroots support at Coldplay's 2025 tour

Local residents will get a hefty discount for the Hull dates of Coldplay's upcoming tour.

18/09/2024

Economy

Bank of England set to hold rates steady as it eyes stubborn inflation

The Bank of England is set to announce its interest rate decision on Thursday, with market participants widely anticipating the rate to remain unchanged, given the unsupportive economic landscape.

18/09/2024

Culture news

Reflections: Dive into Ukrainian film, past and present, in London

Presented by Ukrainian Institute London, the 2024 Ukrainian Film Festival is bringing Ukrainian cinema to Soho. Its theme, 'Reflections', speaks to notions of self-reflection and self-determination - particularly salient concerns for a country under attack.

18/09/2024

Design

Tracey Emin leads opposition to Margate brutalist building renovation

Opponents say the modifications will damage the architectural integrity of the block and reduce views of the seafront from the inside.

17/09/2024

Culture news

Morrissey claims Johnny Marr now owns all The Smiths trademarks

News of Johnny Marr owning the trademarks for The Smiths has the rumour mill going into overdrive. Could another iconic Mancunian band reunion be on the cards? Or does this all but guarantee it will never happen?

17/09/2024

Lifestyle

Check out these insane inflatable latex designs at London Fashion Week

Designer HARRI made his womenswear debut at London Fashion Week, showcasing an avant-garde collection of spectacular inflatable latex with exaggerated silhouettes.

17/09/2024

Economy

Brexit impact keeps getting worse, economists warn

A new study suggests that the economic slump caused by the change in UK-EU relations post-Brexit is not just a short-term hiccup, but likely to persist.

17/09/2024

No Comment

Global competitors race in British Speedgolf championships

The 2024 British Speedgolf Championships took place at Sunningdale Heath Golf Club, combining golf and running in a fast-paced competition.

17/09/2024

Tech News

There are 2,000 possible cyber-attacks per second, UK telecoms say

The UK’s largest telecommunications provider says there are roughly 2,000 potential cyber-attacks every second recorded through its platforms.

16/09/2024

Green News

‘A huge victory’: UK court blocks plan for new deep coal mine

The developer’s claim that it would be a ‘net zero mine’ is legally flawed, according to the ruling.

16/09/2024

Lifestyle

Pre-loved fashion takes the front row at London Fashion Week

The shows by eBay and Oxfam were the first on-schedule catwalks to exclusively feature second-hand clothing.

16/09/2024

Food and Drink

UK to ban junk food ads for children

It’s big naps for Big Macs as the only way to see fast food advertising on British television is about to be after the watershed, as part of the UK government’s drive to improve public health.

15/09/2024

Culture news

First programmes announced for Bradford 2025 UK City of Culture

The northern English city is the fourth to be selected in the government’s City of Culture programme and will play host to theatre, art, music and film events over the course of the year.

14/09/2024

Culture news

Two charged with stealing Banksy artwork from London gallery

The stolen work is one of several versions of 'Girl with Balloon', a stencilled image of a child reaching for a heart-shaped red balloon.

14/09/2024

Culture news

"It just doesn't look right": New statue of Queen Elizabeth II divides

Many locals and users online argue that the sculpture, which is on display at Antrim Castle Gardens, hardly resembles the late British monarch.

13/09/2024

Art

National Gallery hosts spectacular show of Van Gogh masterpieces

London's National Gallery is hosting a stunning Van Gogh exhibition, featuring his iconic Sunflowers painting, which has left the United States for the first time since 1935.

13/09/2024

Culture news

Final curtain for London’s only Spanish-language theatre

The Cervantes Theatre in London, established seven years ago as the only dedicated Spanish-language theatre in the capital, will close its doors due to lacking funds.

11/09/2024

Experiences

Where to find Scandi wellness experiences in the UK

You can have Scandi wellness experiences and Nordic food during a more planet-friendly staycation.

10/09/2024

Culture news

Fired conductor Sir John Eliot Gardiner hits back with new orchestra

Disgraced conductor Sir John Eliot Gardiner has announced his new musical ensemble following his termination from the Monteverdi Choir and Orchestras (MCO) this year after he hit a singer.

10/09/2024

Europe News

Former UK lawmaker pleads not guilty in sex offence case

Jeffrey Donaldson, a former UK MP, pleaded not guilty on Tuesday to charges of rape and other sexual offences that date back nearly four decades. The trial is slated for March 2025.

10/09/2024