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Hanukkah begins on Christmas Day in rare calendar convergence

This year, Hanukkah and Christmas will share a special connection as the Jewish Festival of Lights begins on 25 December, marking only the fifth time since 1900 that the two holidays have overlapped.

23/12/2024

Health news

Survey finds half of people in the UK self-diagnose conditions online

Minor ailments and mental health conditions were among the most diagnosed, according to the survey.

20/12/2024

Lifestyle

UK choir with average age of 94 breaks Guinness World Record

A UK choir called the Prime Timers, with members aged 87 to 99, set a new Guinness World Record for the "world's oldest choir".

20/12/2024

Culture news

Investment in UK arts and culture sector suffers alarming 15% fall

Shocking figures reveal the state of freefall for the culture and entertainment sector in terms of the UK's GDP.

19/12/2024

Economy

BoE delivers 'dovish hold' as growth stalls, trade risks rise

The Bank of England maintained its key interest rate at 4.75% in a 6–3 split vote, as inflation pressures persist and growth falters. Inflation rose to 2.6% in November, but growth is now forecast at 0% for the fourth quarter. Markets interpreted the decision as dovish.

19/12/2024

Design

Five favourite newly listed historic places in England

As Historic England releases its annual list of protected buildings, we look at some of the highlights.

19/12/2024

Europe News

UK police can seize €3.1m in unpaid tax from Tate brothers, court says

Andrew, 38, and his younger brother Tristan, 36, face prosecution in both Romania and the UK for human trafficking and other alleged crimes.

18/12/2024

Culture news

Disney princesses: The hidden health risks behind a happily ever after

Trauma, rabies and alopecia – Disney princesses also get sick, and behind happy endings hides serious health problems. Putting aside the impact of unrealistic ideals on young viewers’ self-esteem, researches from the Netherlands have authored a satirical but scientifically-grounded study...

18/12/2024

Europe News

Nigel Farage in talks with Elon Musk over Reform UK donation

The tech billionaire met the far-right party leader at Donald Trump's Mar-a-Lago resort on Monday, as his campaign against the UK's ruling party becomes increasingly personal.

18/12/2024

Economy

UK inflation rises further above BoE's target in November

The biggest increase since March and the second rise in two months is likely to cement market expectations that the Bank of England will keep its main interest rate unchanged after its policy meeting on Thursday.

18/12/2024

Culture news

Rogues and Scholars: The two faces of the modern-day antique dealer

Art historian James Stourton worked his way up from humble beginnings as a porter to become the head of Sotheby's UK. His new book takes a look at a period when some of the greatest dealing was done.

18/12/2024

Markets

What is the UK’s project Pisces? New private stock market explained

The FCA has launched a consultation on the proposed launch of a new private stock market called Pisces. Here's a look at how it would work.

18/12/2024

Europe News

Lawyer accused of being Chinese spy in the UK loses legal case

MI5 issued a security alert in 2022 that Christine Lee had engaged in "political interference" for a branch of the Chinese Communist Party.

17/12/2024

Living

Best climate fiction reads 2024: Meet the finalists of a new UK prize

The first-ever Climate Fiction prize has announced its longlist of books - and they’re all written by women.

16/12/2024

Business

Canal+ shares drop on London trading debut after split from Vivendi

An initial decline was to be expected, said analysts, as certain investment funds were restricted to French-listed stocks.

16/12/2024

EuroVerify

How many artefacts in the British Museum are actually British?

It's often claimed online that the British Museum in London would have nothing left to show if it returned every artefact that the UK allegedly stole from other countries, but there's more to the claim than meets the eye.

16/12/2024

Business

Billionaire Křetínský's Royal Mail takeover bid gets stamp of approval

Parent company IDS agreed to the takeover in May, although both sides have been awaiting UK government approval.

16/12/2024

Healthcare

Are new, expensive drugs worth it? Not if you're not a recipient

A new study has found that the approval of new drugs in England has come at a heavy cost to the health of many others due to a loss of funding.

14/12/2024

Culture news

Oscar winning composer AR Rahman honoured by UK arts conservatory

The legendary Indian composer A R Rahman, also known as ARR, talks to Euronews Culture about the differences between Western and Eastern music, spirituality and education.

13/12/2024

Europe News

'Not real food'? UK political leaders spar over sandwiches

Conservative Party leader Kemi Badenoch's criticism of the sandwich sparked a retort from Prime Minister Keir Starmer and fierce debate in Britain.

13/12/2024

Europe News

Suspected Chinese spy with links to Prince Andrew banned from UK

The man, known only as H6, was found to have been in communication with the United Front Work Department (UFWD), an arm of the Chinese state.

13/12/2024

Economy

UK economy unexpectedly shrinks in October for second straight month

The figures come as a setback for the new Labour government and its pro-growth agenda.

13/12/2024

Healthcare

Why Western Europe is rolling back access to puberty blockers

Several countries have restricted the use of puberty blockers, citing insufficient evidence on their benefits for gender-questioning youth and potential long-term effects.

13/12/2024

No Comment

King Charles hosts the Military Wives Choirs after year of challenges

The Military Wives Choirs performed a heartfelt Christmas concert for King Charles III and Queen Camilla in Buckingham Palace’s Music Room on Wednesday.

12/12/2024

Green News

UK arrest rate for climate protests is highest in Europe

New powers for police have seen an increased number of climate protest-related arrests.

12/12/2024

Business

Top London store Harrods adds cover charge as Christmas strikes loom

Harrods said it introduced the fee to keep menu prices competitive and maintain a high level of service.

12/12/2024