United Kingdom

Culture news

Austria and Australia favourites ahead of Eurovision second

Following the first Eurovision semi-final in Liverpool on Tuesday, 16 more countries will battle it out on Thursday in the second Eurovision qualifier.

11/05/2023

Culture news

Journalism summit celebrates life of investigative reporting hero

An event celebrating the best in investigative journalism is taking place today, in honour of the life of Sir Harry Evans, a journalist famous for uncovering the thalidomide scandal with the Sunday Times.

10/05/2023

Travel News

Uber users in the UK will soon be able to book flights on app

The latest addition to the Uber app will allow travellers to buy tickets for international and domestic flights in the UK.

10/05/2023

Culture news

MGN apologises to Prince Harry over phone hacking as trial begins

MGN, who represent The Mirror newspaper, have apologised to Britain's Prince Harry over phone hacking claims as a high-profile case begins in London.

10/05/2023

United Kingdom

Life with mum and dad: More UK adults still living with their parents

Nearly five million Brits are still living with mum and dad, a statistical agency has found.

10/05/2023

Health news

First IVF baby born in UK with DNA from three parents in major trial

The controversial trial of mitochondrial donation treatment has proven a success in the UK, preventing a newborn baby from inheriting defective genes.

10/05/2023

Culture news

Lost script discovered from creator of ‘The Singing Detective’

A new script has been uncovered from one of the greatest TV writers, nearly 30 years after his death.

10/05/2023

Culture news

Planning Eurovision Song Contest is all in a day (and night’s) work

Following the news that the Eurovision grand final will be – for the first time – broadcast in 500 cinemas around the UK, here's our insiders look behind the scenes look at this year’s Eurovision Song Contest in Liverpool.

10/05/2023

United Kingdom

Big Help Out: Coronation celebrates volunteering and PM lends a hand

Britain's coronation bank holiday Monday was devoted to volunteering on a day dubbed the Big Help Out, with PM Rishi Sunak and his wife Akshata Murthy helping to prepare lunch for a community centre.

08/05/2023

United Kingdom

Scores arrested at coronation, in 'heavy-handed' police operation

London police confirmed a total of 64 arrests during coronation weekend, sparking concerns over a crackdown on free speech.

08/05/2023

Culture news

Fit for a Queen: Camilla's style and fashion era begins

Following the coronation of Britain's Queen Camilla, Euronews Culture wonders whether she will set fashion trends or follow them?

08/05/2023

Culture news

A style icon for the ages: Inside King Charles's royal wardrobe

So British! For many style council members King Charles has always succeeded in being a royal suitably dressed for all occasions. Saskia O'Donoghue considers what could be the defining looks of the Carolean era.

08/05/2023

Culture news

UK coronation weekend culminates with star-studded concert

A day after a gilded coronation ceremony watched by millions, King Charles III and Queen Camilla let others take the centre stage Sunday as they took in a star-studded concert at Windsor Castle.

08/05/2023

United Kingdom

Coronation celebrations continue across the UK with street parties

As the Coronation weekend comes to an end, thousands across the UK gathered for street parties and community luncheons, to celebrate King Charles III.

07/05/2023

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WATCH: Royal Air Force Red Arrows wow crowds with flypast

The Red Arrows, the Royal Air Force’s aerobatics team, wowed the coronation crowds on Saturday as they carried out a flypast over Buckingham Palace, leaving red, white and blue trails in the sky.

07/05/2023

Culture news

King Charles III's coronation - the best and worst dressed guests

The coronation of Britain's King Charles III was without doubt a spectacular event, but some invitees looked more the part than others - Euronews Culture takes a look

07/05/2023

United Kingdom

Congratulations pour in from around the world for King Charles III

Countries around the world have sent their congratulations to Britain’s King Charles III, who was crowned in London on Saturday at the age of 74.

07/05/2023

Lifestyle

Wiesmann: The German sports car that’s tailor made to you

German bespoke sports car producer, Wiesmann, has unveiled Project Thunderball, a limited edition of three car design concepts in partnership with German design company studiocurbos.

07/05/2023

Culture news

Defender of "the" faith? Charles is a new kind of religious royal

In the run up to his coronation, King Charles' comments from the 1990s about the sovereign's role in supporting diverse faiths came under scrutiny. Now, many will be eager to see if he practices what he preached.

07/05/2023

United Kingdom

Fans of the British monarchy delighted by coronation day

To the crowds gathered under rainy skies — thousands of whom had camped overnight —the coronation was a chance to be part of a historic occasion.

06/05/2023

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WATCH: Police arrest protesters ahead of coronation procession in cent

At least 19 environmentalists and six anti-monarchy protesters were arrested as they tried to demonstrate alongside King Charles III's coronation procession.

06/05/2023

United Kingdom

London police under fire over coronation protest arrests

At least 19 environmentalists and six anti-monarchy protesters were detained, including the leader of the Republic republican movement, Graham Smith, as they tried to demonstrate alongside the procession.

06/05/2023

United Kingdom

King Charles III and Queen Camilla crowned in Westminster

King Charles III and Queen Camilla have been crowned in a service at Westminster Abbey in the first Coronation service for nearly 70 years.

06/05/2023

Climate

Why does King Charles III have to give up his climate activism?

After 50 years of environmental activism, Charles III is having to take on political neutrality as King.

06/05/2023

Culture news

Digital works go "Beyond the Screen" at London art show

London's HOFA gallery is hosting a new show that puts digital artworks in the spotlight, bridging the gap between the crypto and art worlds.

05/05/2023

Green News

Brits think oil giants should pay climate costs as Shell profits surge

The staggering profits from Europe’s biggest oil and gas giant should be a ‘spur’ for climate accountability, says Christian Aid.

05/05/2023