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The world's tallest and shortest women meet for record-breaking tea

Rumeysa Gelgi and Jyoti Amge met in London and were honoured as Guinness World Record icons in the book’s 70th anniversary edition.

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British artist wants to reunite with teenagers she photographed in 80s

A photographer is trying to track down what happened to a group of teenagers she captured in the 80s.

Focus

WTM 2024 highlights global tourism rebound, industry innovation, and sustainability

Global tourism is making a striking comeback surpassing pre-pandemic levels. But as international travel surges, sustainability challenges have come into sharp focus. At this year's World Travel Market in London, industry leaders gathered to discuss the future of travel and the challenges ahead.

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Tyrannosaurus Rex, a model like no other

London's Natural History Museum is kicking off the festive season by unveiling the design of its 2024 Christmas jumper, featured on a model of a Tyrannosaurus Rex.

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Video. King Charles leads Remembrance Sunday ceremony

The 75-year-old king, dressed in his Royal Navy uniform of the Admiral of the Fleet, laid a wreath of poppies at the base of the Cenotaph in London, in recognition of the fallen from conflicts dating back to World War I.

Cult

Saatchi Gallery spotlights black life, climate change, and community in three powerful exhibitions

In this episode of Cult, we dive into Saatchi Gallery's winter exhibitions, where black life, environmental fragility, and community spirit are celebrated through thought-provoking photography.

Art

Michelangelo, Leonardo and Raphael face off in London’s new exhibition

The Royal Academy's new exhibition spotlights the fierce rivalry and mutual influence between Michelangelo, Leonardo da Vinci, and a young Raphael in Florence around 1504.

Travel News

London hosts World Travel Market

The event takes place amid growing concerns over the impact of tourism on climate change as well as extreme weather events affecting the sector.

Art

Never-seen-before Picasso prints go on display at British Museum

Over 80 prints by Pablo Picasso are featured in a new British Museum exhibition in London, showcasing his lesser-known work as a printmaker.

Travel News

Regenerative tourism and AI discussed at London travel conference

This year’s event will be the largest to date with over 80 new exhibitors.

EuroVerify

Fact check: Belarus protest falsely shared as far-right London march

A video of an anti-government protest in Belarus in 2020 has been circulated online, with netizens claiming it is from a far-right London march in October 2024.

Climate

Half of world’s biggest cities will face climate hazards by 2050

New analysis emphasises the need for ambitious emissions cuts from countries.

Culture news

Meet DJ AG: The TikTok DJ turning London’s streets into a viral stage

DJ AG, aka Ashley Gordon, has captured millions on TikTok with his outdoor DJ sets, inviting passers-by and grassroots artists to perform live. From Skepta to kids with their grandmas, everyone’s welcome to join the livestream party.

Culture news

New artist-curated festival coming to London's Victoria Park in 2025

Jamie xx is the first announced headliner and curator of the new LIDO festival to debut in June 2025.

Art

Are you ready for the new David Bowie Centre?

Costumes, handwritten lyrics and instruments among the 90,000+ items that will go on display in V&A’s new East Storehouse venue next year.

Business

Paddington producer hoping for tasty result with listing on LSE

The producer of the Paddington Bear franchise Canal+, the pay-TV broadcaster owned by French media company Vivendi, is planning to list on the London Stock Exchange.

Culture news

Bear-y angry: Primrose Hill residents protest Paddington Airbnb

Primrose Hill residents in London are frustrated as Airbnb plans a Paddington Bear-themed experience, fearing it will attract more tourists and influencers to their iconic street.

Green News

Ranked: Best and worst European cities for green transport

The study compared the transport in 24 cities across Europe.

Business

Brexit cost thousands of finance jobs in London says Lord Mayor

The Lord Mayor of the City of London, Michael Mainelli, who acts as an ambassador for the city's financial district, says the Square Mile has lost thousands of jobs because of Brexit.

Design

'A triumph': London's Elizabeth Line wins Stirling Prize

Praised for its sleek design and seamless integration of architectural components, the London rail network has won the UK's top architecture prize.

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