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Green News

UK and Australia embark on new climate and energy partnership

It comes after Pacific leaders called on both countries to do more to tackle the climate crisis.

25/10/2024

Culture news

Kate Bush ‘very keen’ to work on new album

The iconic and elusive British artist has said in a recent interview that she has "lots of ideas" and is "really looking forward to getting back into that creative space."

25/10/2024

Cinema

Tim Burton talks about his dread of AI as exhibition opens in London

“The World of Tim Burton” exhibtion has been staged in 14 cities in 11 countries since 2014. It is about to open in London with 90 new items. Prior to the opening, Tim Burton shared his thoughts on the exhibition, as well as his dislike for AI.

24/10/2024

Food and Drink

Campaign underway to get UK 'Cockney classic’ protected status

A conservative former minister is campaigning for pie and mash to get enahnced status in the UK. NB: The dish does taste better than it looks. Promise.

23/10/2024

Business

Germany and UK take aim with 'landmark' deal to make artillery guns

The new defence agreement will bring jobs to the UK as the Labour government seeks to build closer ties with European allies.

23/10/2024

Culture news

Book on endangered languages wins coveted British culture award

Ross Perlin won the annual award for his book ‘Language City: The Fight to Preserve Endangered Mother Tongues’.

23/10/2024

EuroVerify

Is Russia behind recent arson attacks in Europe?

Incidents in Germany, Latvia, Lithuania, Poland and the UK have led to suspicions that Moscow is trying to sabotage European countries for backing Ukraine against the Russian invasion.

23/10/2024

Art

Are you ready for the new David Bowie Centre?

Costumes, handwritten lyrics and instruments among the 90,000+ items that will go on display in V&A’s new East Storehouse venue next year.

22/10/2024

Cinema

Paddington Bear given UK passport by Home Office

Paddington gets his official travel documents... But the bear-y nice gesture from the Home Office is not to everyone's liking.

22/10/2024

Culture news

Remarkable coin collection bought by UK trust for over €5 million

A remarkable collection of 2,584 silver pennies dating back to the Norman Conquest has been acquired for £4.3 million (around €5.16 million), setting a record as the most valuable treasure ever discovered in the UK.

22/10/2024

Culture news

Original Iron Maiden singer Paul Di'Anno dies aged 66

Iron Maiden released a statement saying that Di'Anno's contributions to their early sound “helped set us on the path we have been travelling as a band for almost five decades."

22/10/2024

Cinema

Saoirse Ronan and the offer James Bond producers shouldn’t ignore

The new James Bond film needs a renaissance following Daniel Craig's tenure, and comments made by Saoirse Ronan could signal a bold and much-needed rejuvination - one which could break a tiresome franchise trend.

21/10/2024

Lifestyle

King Conker keeps the crown: World conker champion cleared of cheating

An investigation had been launched into whether "King Conker" cheated during the annual World Conker Championships by using a steel chestnut. He’s now been cleared.

21/10/2024

Culture news

Pharell Williams 'Piece By Piece' gala disrupted by PETA in London

The incident took place during the closing night gala of the BFI London Film Festival. Protesters rolled out a banner that read: “Pharrell: Stop Supporting Killing Animals For Fashion."

21/10/2024

Business

Week ahead: A look forward to what might be moving the markets

This week, several key trends are capturing investors' attention, including eurozone economic activity, central bank rate decisions, and major companies' quarterly earnings.

21/10/2024

China

UK FM warns China that arming Russia will damage relations with Europe

Britain's foreign minister has raised concerns about China's support of Russia in its war against Ukraine, whilst on a visit to Beijing.

19/10/2024

Culture Series

In pictures: Late UK photographer Paul Lowe's historical shots

With the news of Paul Lowe's sudden passing, we look back at some of the most important shots of his career.

19/10/2024

Art

UK’s National Gallery bans liquids after activist attacks on artworks

Starting today, the London museum is enforcing new security measures, including a ban on liquids. "We have now reached a point where we have been forced to act to protect our visitors, staff and collection."

18/10/2024

EuroVerify

Fact check: Is the ECHR blocking the UK from deporting migrants?

Threats to leave the European Convention on Human Rights are once again circulating in the UK, as the right-wing Conservative Party elects its new leader. How true are the candidates' claims that the convention hinders efforts to control migration?

17/10/2024

Healthcare

New UK law may legalise euthanasia for terminally ill people

Assisted dying might be legalised for people in England and Wales if a new bill passes the UK Parliament.

16/10/2024

The United Kingdom, known for its historic monarchy and cultural influence, continues to navigate the post-Brexit era, reshaping its political and economic landscape. Follow key developments in government policy, trade relations, and social change as the UK defines its future outside the EU.