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Culture news

British Library puts catalogue back online after 2023 cyber attack

The UK's biggest library faced a massive cyber attack that took the entire collection offline.

16/01/2024

Economy

UK wage growth slows as job vacancies fall

Salaries are rising at a slower rate in the UK but are still outpacing inflationary price hikes, according to official figures released on Tuesday.

16/01/2024

Health news

7,000 COVID hospitalisations and deaths in UK linked to vaccine uptake

The first ever UK-wide study involving 67 million people sheds light on what happened when COVID vaccinations were missed.

16/01/2024

Business

UK and Denmark launch Viking Link underwater cable project

As the world grapples with climate change and weather imbalances, the UK and Denmark have begun a joint venture with the potential to transport enough electricity to power up to 2.5 million UK homes and save millions of pounds in home energy costs.

16/01/2024

United Kingdom

London police arrest six over stock exchange plot

Arrests were made in London, Liverpool and Brighton following a police investigation after receiving a tip from a British newspaper about the alleged plan.

15/01/2024

Travel News

New high-speed train linking UK capitals will be faster than flying

It’s good news for visitors to the UK who will be able to travel between two of its most popular tourist destinations more easily.

12/01/2024

Economy

Brexit: Here is how much it cost for the UK economy

London Mayor Sadiq Khan calls on the UK government to "urgently build a closer relationship with the EU" after a new report reveals how much the UK economy is losing after leaving the EU.

12/01/2024

Business

Tesco lifts profit guidance following robust Christmas sales

Tesco has increased its profit guidance following better-than-expected Christmas sales due to exceptionally strong fresh food sale volumes.

12/01/2024

Economy

UK economy sees rise in November, boosted by services sector

UK gross domestic product figures showed a rise in November, boosted by a strong month in services and production

12/01/2024

United Kingdom

Sunak pledges €2.9bn military aid on surprise visit to Ukraine

The British Prime Minister is expected to meet with Ukraine's President Volodymyr Zelenskyy on Friday, after announcing additional funding for the country's fight against Russia.

12/01/2024

Culture news

Everything you need to know about BAFTA's 2024 Rising Stars nominees

The British Academy has announced the candidates for its Rising Star award, recognising emerging onscreen talent - the only BAFTA film honour that is determined by public votes.

11/01/2024

Culture news

Grime rapper Skepta removes single artwork deemed antisemitic

UK grime MC Skepta has removed the cover from his upcoming single and apologised over accusations the image had antisemitic implications.

10/01/2024

United Kingdom

Dead body on UK 'floating prison' lay 'undiscovered' for 12 hours

The incident has added to worries about 'inhumane' conditions on the Bibby Stockholm, a ship used to house asylum-seekers in the UK.

10/01/2024

Design

Why has MSG axed plans to build a Vegas-style 'Sphere' in London?

The withdrawal marks the end of a lengthy planning saga for the proposed entertainment venue in east London.

10/01/2024

Culture news

How a London music venue will celebrate Scottish folk music and poetry

A year after Kings Place unveiled a brand new state-of-the-art 360° sound system, the home of innovative classical and contemporary music in London launches its 2024 season.

10/01/2024

United Kingdom

Idris Elba calls for ban on machetes and 'zombie' knives in the UK

The star of "Luther" helped to launch a new campaign called Don’t Stop Your Future, with an art installation in London's Parliament Square.

10/01/2024

Business

Barclays slashed 5,000 jobs last year in cost-cutting drive

Barclays has cut about 5,000 jobs in the past year, as part of an effort to improve efficiency and reduce costs.

09/01/2024

Culture news

UK to introduce British Sign Language school qualification

Students in England will soon be able to learn British Sign Language in schools

09/01/2024

Economy

UK manufacturers see growing competitiveness against Germany, France

The majority of UK manufacturers view the country as a more competitive place to locate their activities.

08/01/2024

Health news

Surgeon who led Europe's first liver transplant dies aged 93

Roy Calne is considered one of the fathers of organ transplantation.

08/01/2024

Business

Rolls-Royce sees record sales as demand for all-electric car grows

Luxury car-maker Rolls-Royce reports "extraordinary" year, with record sales and rising demand in all-electric Spectre model.

08/01/2024

Business

JD Sports shares plummet following dire profit warning

JD Sports shares fell around 20% on Thursday, following the retail chain issuing a gloomier profit forecast than before

05/01/2024

Travel News

London tube strikes: Severe disruption expected for a full week

Industrial action planned in 2023 was averted after talks progressed, but negotiations appear to have stalled this time around.

05/01/2024

Culture news

Spice up your post: Spice Girls get 30th anniversary stamps

Baby, Posh, Ginger, Sporty and Scary are back... On your letters and postcards. Should you still send those.

05/01/2024

Markets

Which UK savings accounts pay the highest interest rates?

Euronews Business compares challenger and high street UK savings accounts to see which ones pay the highest interest rates.

05/01/2024

United Kingdom

Sunak says UK election won't take place until second half of 2024

Leader of the opposition Keir Starmer has hit back at the announcement, accusing the Prime Minister of 'squatting' in Downing Street.

04/01/2024