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London's Leicester Square welcomes stunning Indiana Jones statue

Indiana Jones takes his rightful place as the tenth statue in the illustrious 'Scenes in the Square' trail, joining an esteemed roster that includes Harry Potter, Bugs Bunny, and Paddington.

29/06/2023

United Kingdom

Cricketer carries Just Stop Oil protester off Lord's Cricket Ground

The environmental group has accused the industry of being hypocritical and "trying to promote a clean image".

29/06/2023

Culture news

The only surviving gaslit cinema reopens in Leeds

The last gaslit cinema in the world is reopening its doors this week after renovations lasting two years.

29/06/2023

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Here’s why you should get a tech job in Manchester

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Buzzing with opportunities and cheaper than London, Manchester might be the perfect city for tech workers.

28/06/2023

Green News

UK ‘lack of urgency’ on climate targets is worrying, report warns

A report from official government advisers has criticised slow progress and the approval of new oil and gas projects.

28/06/2023

Culture news

Kevin Spacey sexual assault trial begins in London

The American actor is in court for the first time today as the trial charging him with sexual assault starts.

28/06/2023

Culture news

Take a look at Paul McCartney's unseen photos during Beatlemania

More than 250 photographs from Paul McCartney's personal archive are being displayed for the first time as part of a major exhibition at the newly reopened National Portrait Gallery in London.

28/06/2023

Culture news

Lewis Capaldi is taking a career break due to Tourette's

The Scottish singer last week struggled to finish his performance at Glastonbury Festival and was supported by fans ahead of making the announcement

28/06/2023

Culture news

Gustav Klimt's final masterpiece breaks European auction record

The final work by Austrian artist Gustav Klimt has fetched €86 million at auction setting a new record for the most expensive painting ever sold in Europe.

27/06/2023

United Kingdom

Pride month support: Most people think big brands are 'not sincere'

The phenomenon is known as pink-washing, when companies or brands seem attentive to LGBTQ+ issues during Pride, but they're not for the rest of the year.

27/06/2023

Sport

Institutional racism and sexism infects English cricket, says report

The extensive report pointed out "entrenched" racism in all levels of English cricket alongside an extremely sexist environment for female cricketers.

27/06/2023

Culture news

Glastonbury 2023: Here are the biggest moments you might have missed

Glastonbury 2023 has come to an end, culminating in a spectacular performance by Elton John, which could potentially be his final show in the UK.

26/06/2023

United Kingdom

Britain's Prince William inspired by Europe in bid to end homelessness

Prince of Wales uses Finland as a case study as he launches new five-year campaign

26/06/2023

Culture news

London: New Lego set and the mural celebrate the 100 years of Disney

To celebrate the launch of the new LEGO® and honour 100 years of Disney, London based artist Lakwena Maciver has unveiled her latest artwork, Kaleidowaves, a 4.5m tall castle window.

24/06/2023

Culture news

The iconic fashion of divas comes to London's V&A museum

The exhibition features dresses worn by Marilyn Monroe, Tina Turner, Whitney Houston, Rihanna and Édith Piaf.

24/06/2023

Living

How plant-based meat substitutes could be hurting our health

Vegans eat more ultra-processed foods than any other diet. How bad is that really for health and the environment?

24/06/2023

United Kingdom

Seven years on: what do young Brits think of Brexit vote?

Four Brits who were aged 14-19 when the Brexit referendum took place in 2016 speak to Euronews about how Brexit has changed their lives. They are now aged 21-26.

24/06/2023

Culture news

Royal Ascot: No horsing around as hats take centre stage

It's the glitziest event in horse racing but, like most years, the main talking point is the vast array of impressive headwear on show.

23/06/2023

Design

Designers and their homes: A look inside a bold London renovation

This week Euronews Culture pays a visit to the home of design duo Jordan Cluroe and Russell Whitehead who aren't afraid to make bold interior statements in their stunning pad

23/06/2023

Green News

This major church just divested from fossil fuels

Church of England has ‘followed science and faith’ to divest from fossil fuels, slamming oil and gas companies for failing on climate.

23/06/2023

Culture news

Klimt's last portrait tipped to break European auction record

The last portrait painted by Gustav Klimt, "Dame mit Facher" (Lady with a Fan) is up for auction today and it could fetch more than €75 million.

23/06/2023

Culture news

Culture Re-View: The cultural legacy of Brexit, seven years on

23 June 2016: Britain votes to leave the European Union

23/06/2023

United Kingdom

UK Conservative MPs are helping anti-drag sentiment become mainstream

Conservative MPs and peers in the UK are contributing to the growing hostility to all-ages drag events in the country, according to a new report, and lending credibility to the movement.

23/06/2023

United Kingdom

Bank of England hikes interest rate again as high inflation persists

With UK mortgage holders and renters are especially exposed to effects of rate increases, fears of a 1990s-style housing crash are on the rise

22/06/2023

United Kingdom

Brexit turbocharging cost of living crisis, says economist

Campaigners promised leaving the EU would make the country richer and freer.

22/06/2023

Culture news

The UK's largest festival, Glastonbury, has officially begun

The UK's biggest musical festival opens its doors as doubts remain over whether headliners Arctic Monkeys will perform on Friday

22/06/2023