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Culture news

Oxford University removes Sackler name from buildings over opioid row

Oxford University had been the last major institution to retain visible ties with the Sackler family despite its links to the opioid crisis. The decision follows similar moves by the British Museum and Serpentine Gallery in London, the Louvre in Paris and the Metropolitan Museum of Art in New York.

17/05/2023

Mobility

Scotland sees the UK’s first self-driving local bus services

Five autonomous buses will ferry up up to 10,000 passengers a week along a 22.5 km route in Edinburgh, Scotland.

16/05/2023

United Kingdom

Police search for thieves who stole adorable baby donkey

The owner of the farm says two-month-old Moon will be lonely and cold at night, and braying for her mum.

16/05/2023

Health news

A new bacteria-killing material could help fight hospital superbugs

Plastic often harbours germs. UK scientists have found a way for it to kill bacteria, viruses and fungi - even very resistant ones.

16/05/2023

Moments

This seven-day race across Europe will test your travel skills

Wish you were a ‘Race Across the World’ contestant? Take part in this race from London to Istanbul.

16/05/2023

Moments

More travellers are booking with travel agents than pre-pandemic

From Trailfinders to TUI, travel agents are opening high street stores to meet demand for face-to-face advice.

16/05/2023

Culture news

#ICYMI: Six memorable moments from 2023's Eurovision Song Contest

From Loreen's second win for Sweden to insane outfits and props or social media's new love affair with remarkable host Hannah Waddingham, Euronews Culture runs down the most memorable moments from this year's Eurovision Song Contest in Liverpool.

15/05/2023

Culture news

Eurovision blog: United by Music and United by Praise

The party may be over for this year but the Eurovision Song Contest has created an enormous sense of goodwill across Liverpool and a lasting legacy, according to Camilla Mankabady, the city council's director of communications

15/05/2023

Culture news

Actress Kate Winslet led the BAFTA TV award winners in London

Oscar winner Kate Winslet picked up the BAFTA TV award for best leading actress during a glitzy night, which saw TV stars descend on London's Royal Festival Hall for the biggest night in the UK television calendar.

15/05/2023

United Kingdom

UK pledges 'long-range attack drones' for Ukraine

The Ukrainian president is in Britain after visiting Paris, Berlin and Rome on a whistlestop European tour.

15/05/2023

Culture news

Dive into a brief history of British coronation photos

This week saw the release of Britain's King Charles III's official coronation photographs. While the new monarch promised a more 'modern' establishment, is it possible to tell the difference between their predecessors?

14/05/2023

Culture news

Style and fashion: The most talked about looks from Eurovision 2023

From the best outfits to the most unusual, Eurovision 2023 in Liverpool had something for every keen follower of fashion. Saskia O'Donoghue takes a look at what was alright on the night...and what was not.

14/05/2023

Culture news

Eurovision winner Loreen announces a tour after winning for Sweden

The Swedish Eurovision champion let slip that she'll be going on a European tour starting in November, following her second win at the Song Contest

14/05/2023

Culture news

Sweden's Loreen wins Eurovision Song Contest for second time

Sweden took the top spot at Eurovision 2023 with Finland in second.

14/05/2023

Culture news

Who is stand out Eurovision host Hannah Waddingham?

While the 'Game of Thrones' and 'Ted Lasso' star is already popular in some circles, it's likely that her star turn hosting the Eurovision Song Contest will propel her to further fame.

12/05/2023

Money

Why is inflation higher in the UK than in the EU?

As the Bank of England hikes interest rates to keep prices in check, the UK's inflation rate remains worse than the EU's. Here's why.

12/05/2023

Culture news

What are the Sounds of the Year?

Among the winners are the sounds of artillery fire in Chernihiv, drift ice recorded in Utoro, Shiretoko and a calf trying to breath after being dehorned.

12/05/2023

United Kingdom

Euroviews. Has the UK forgotten the lessons of the past in its latest trade deal?

The UK must not continue to reject the Single Market in favour of trade agreements such as that with the CPTPP, Dan Sutton and Christos Kourtelis write.

12/05/2023

Destinations

Liverpool gears up for the Eurovision final: Here’s our city guide

Where to stay, eat and explore in Liverpool, Eurovision 2023’s vibrant host city.

12/05/2023

Culture news

Ukrainian songbird installations sing in Liverpool for Eurovision 2023

Twelve "Soloveiko Songbirds" from different regions of Ukraine have travelled to Liverpool to contribute their song to the audiences at Eurovision.

12/05/2023

Design

Euronews Culture's guide to London Craft Week 2023

London Design Week is back for a ninth time, celebrating sustainability and groundbreaking technology in design and craftsmanship across the city

12/05/2023

Culture news

Eurovision 2023 Semi-Final 2: Who are the final 10 acts to qualify?

Belgium and Albania are through while Iceland misses out as 10 out of 16 countries qualify for the final of the Eurovision Song Contest.

11/05/2023

Culture news

Sounds of the Year shortlist celebrates creative and everyday noises

Categories include Best Natural Sound, Disappearing Sound, Best Sound Innovation In Everyday Life and Most Unpleasant Sound.

11/05/2023

United Kingdom

Food workers in UK going hungry – report

Authors of the report called their findings a "national disgrace"

11/05/2023

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