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Concern for British man reportedly captured by Russia in Mariupol

The UK government said it was in contact with Aiden Aslin's family amid hopes of his release.

Art

An immersive alien experience comes to London

Alienarium 5, a virtual reality exhibition that allows visitors to step into the shoes of an alien opens at the Serpentine Gallery in London.

United Kingdom

UK plan to process some asylum seekers in Rwanda criticised

Amnesty International said the plan was "the very height of irresponsibility".

Culture news

Women and non-binary artists shortlisted for 2022 Turner Prize

The nominees work using sculpture, photography, paintings and found objects to express their art.

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Wet, wet, wet! Couples get a dousing at UK Wife Carrying Championship

The annual UK Wife Carrying Championship took place in Dorking, Surrey, on Sunday (10th April).

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Not for sensitive stomachs: 'vomit vault' churns up in London

An exhibition of images of vomit goes on show in London, offering visitors a walk through the city's vomit-splattered streets and the chance to smell such delightful scents as "puke" and "bin juice"

Europe News

How is life back home for the Lithuanians who left the UK post-Brexit?

For some, it's all smiles, but others are struggling to adapt to life back home.

Travel News

Easter travel warning issued for UK train and ferry-goers

Looking forward to an Easter getaway? From the UK and back, it will be a chaotic trip

France

French electorate in the UK declines

The French consulate, at one point, said the number of French people living in the UK was greater than three hundred thousand. In the last three years, the official figures show a decline of more than 40,000. People who’ve decided they’re better off living outside the UK.

Earth News

What does the UK government's new strategy mean for households?

Environmental campaigners and politicians say the new strategy fails to implement quick wins to lower emissions and stave off the rising cost of energy bills.

Travel News

Spain entry rules: Has the country opened up to unvaccinated Brits?

A ‘spectacular blunder’ by the Spanish tourism office has led to uncertainty for unvaccinated Brits.

Money

The UK is minting its own NFT

Britain's Royal Mint will produce the NFT as part of government plans to "get in on the ground floor" of crypto.

Art

London's National Gallery renames Degas work 'Ukrainian Dancers'

A piece by French impressionist Edward Degas has been retitled by the National Gallery from 'Russian Dancers' to 'Ukrainian Dancers' to reflect the true origin of the artwork.

Tech News

Starstreak: What is the UK-made weapon being used in Ukraine?

The UK supplied the Starstreak defence system to help Ukraine fight off air attacks, reportedly used for the first time against a Russian helicopter.

United Kingdom

UK hits record COVID-19 levels with nearly 5 million infected

The latest surge is driven by the more transmissible omicron variant BA.2, which is the dominant variant across the UK.

Travel News

Meet the man behind this viral 24-hour public transport odyssey

This self-professed public transport nut undertook an epic railway adventure this week, travelling as far as he could from London by train in just 24 hours.

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Royals gather to honorPrince Philip at memorial

Senior royals from around the world gathered Tuesday (29 MARCH 2022) for a memorial service for Prince Philip at Westminster Abbey that incorporated hymns and other touches dropped from his funeral last year because of the pandemic.

Travel News

EU citizens to face stricter border rules in Ireland after UK vote

New travel rules mean non-Irish EU citizens will have to apply to travel across the border between Ireland and Northern Ireland.

Work

UK government needs to 'get a grip on Whatsapp', report says

Like the rest of us, Boris Johnson's government is using messaging apps more and more. The problem is, they make it too easy to delete important information.

Money

UK tightens rules on 'misleading and irresponsible' crypto ads

Adverts for crypto assets and exchanges will have to display warnings about financial risk and highlight that the industry is unregulated in Britain.