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Stabbings are spreading 'like a virus' in Britain. Why?

Knife crime has lept by more than 34% over the last decade in England and Wales, according to data.

Culture news

Which are the most loved European countries according to Eurovision?

Thanks to a recent study published by Startle, the total number of points awarded to each nation in Eurovision finals, dating back to the first contest in 1956, has been tallied. Wondering which country has won the hearts of millions of viewers across Europe?

Food and Drink

Celebrating King Charles III's new reign with a... coronation quiche?

Every royal occasion comes with its own unique recipe. To celebrate the ascension to the throne of Charles III, he wants Brits to tuck into a quiche.

Nutrition

Calorie counts on menus could prevent thousands of cancer deaths

Restaurant and fast food chains in the US with 20 or more outlets have to put calorie counts on their menus - and research shows this is saving thousands of lives.

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Russia

'Crude interference': Russia summons US, UK and Canadian ambassadors

Russia's Foreign Ministry summoned the US, UK and Canadian ambassadors over “crude interference in Russia's internal affairs” after they attended a court hearing.

Earth News

Can’t put solar panels on your home? Buy a bit of a solar park instead

Co-owning a wind farm or solar park could reduce your energy bills by 23 per cent and it's totally affordable. Here's how.

Culture news

Who is behind the anti-royalty #NotMyKing hashtag campaign?

The anti-monarchy group Republic have accused the BBC of lacking impartiality in royal coverage ahead of the May coronation. Who are Republic?

Destinations

Why Gibraltar could be the perfect summer holiday destination in 2023

Mingle with monkeys and lounge on beaches on this Mediterranean peninsula.

Culture news

UK designer creates magnificent crown made from Scrabble tiles

Fit for a king: UK designer creates magnificent crown made from Scrabble tiles

Culture news

Celebrated British fashion designer Mary Quant dies aged 93

British fashion designer Mary Quant, credited with designing the mini-skirt and hot pants that helped to define the swinging 60s, has died aged 93.

United Kingdom

Biden praises EU and UK for compromise on Northern Ireland

The US president brought words of encouragement and offers of investment on his visit to Northern Ireland to mark the 25th anniversary of the region's Good Friday peace agreement.

Culture news

'Crown to Couture': The fashion exhibition you don't want to miss

London's Kensington Palace plays host to their largest ever fashion exhibition 'Crown to Couture', which looks at Georgian court looks to contemporary red carpet high fashion

Ukraine

Western special forces on the ground in Ukraine, shows leak

The largest number are from the UK, but other NATO countries have deployed military personnel inside the country.

Culture news

'The Bodyguard' conundrum: How should people behave in the theatre?

Violence broke out at a British theatre after people started singing along to 'I Will Always Love You' at a performance of 'The Bodyguard'. Culture writer Jonny Walfisz weighs in on the issue of what theatre etiquette should be.

United Kingdom

Britain's GCHQ intelligence agency getting first female chief

The agency gathers electronic intelligence and takes the lead on cybersecurity.

Culture news

Jon Burgerman on his latest 'Sim City' exhibition and AI art

We sat down with the celebrated UK-born artist Jon Burgerman, who has recently launched his newest exhibition, 'Sim City', at the OMNI gallery in London.

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WATCH: Pope Francis prays for peace in Northern Ireland and Ukraine

Francis led Mass on Easter Monday in Saint Peter's Square in the Vatican at noon in front of thousands of worshippers to celebrate the resurrection of Jesus Christ in the Christian tradition.

United Kingdom

Crowns and carriages: New details of Charles and Camilla's coronation

The King and Queen Consort will take a carriage procession through the streets of London - but on a much shorter route than Queen Elizabeth II when she was crowned.

Culture news

Seven UK sites in the running to win UNESCO World Heritage status

Six sites on UK soil and one in its overseas territory of the Cayman Islands are in with the possibility of being added to UNESCO's sought after World Heritage list

United Kingdom

'Culture of fear': Britain's growing slavery problem

Figures show only 29% of organisations are submitting a modern slavery statement as required by law.