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€2.8 bn UK deal gets Australia closer to fleet of nuclear-powered subs

The UK's defence minister said the deal was expensive but necessary.

Art

Three Rubens paintings to stay at Courtauld after restitution claims

The UK government has denied a claim for three Rubens paintings to be returned to the heirs of Franz Wilhelm Koenigs.

Culture news

#WhereIsKate Chaos and speculation surrounds UK's Royal Family

#WhereIsKate is trending online as the UK’s Royal Family digs in their heels and allows rumours and speculations to run rife.

United Kingdom

Vaughan Gething elected as first minister of Wales

Gething's election as first minister of Wales marks a historic moment as he becomes the UK's first black leader of a government.

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Culture news

Damien Hirst's 1990s works actually built in 2017 says new report

Has the Turner Prize-winning artist misled the public about the creation dates of three famous artworks?

Economy

UK tax cut on the cards? Hunt raises hopes as inflation falls

With UK inflation falling to its lowest in more than two years in February, what are the potential implications for tax reductions?

Culture news

Gasp! Stricter guidelines for film sex and nudity in the UK

The UK film board is tightening guidance on sex scenes, and finds that sexual violence remains biggest area of concern. As such, nudity may no longer be rated 12A. What does it all mean, and are they going all “nanny state” compared to their EU neighbours?

Moments

Is the cheapest way to travel around Europe also one of the greenest?

This budget coach company has just launched a new all-electric route.

United Kingdom

Russian media outlets spread fake news of King Charles' death

A false notice said to have been released by Buckingham Palace wrote: ‘The King passed away unexpectedly yesterday afternoon.'

Culture news

Rare Beatles record found in charity shop sells for nearly €5,000

A unique find in a London charity shop... But what are the rarest and more expensive Beatles albums out there?

Art

London's Original Print Fair returns to Somerset House

Contemporary printmakers accompany historical greats at London's longest running art fair.

Culture news

The UK's Royal Mint launches new Star Wars range

The Royal Mint has revealed a second series of Star Wars coins.

Art

Banksy's Bankstree: Artist confirms new artwork on London building

The elusive artist has confirmed that he is responsible for the mural, located on Finsbury Park’s Hornsey Road in London.

Business

Criminal fraud trial of UK tech star Mike Lynch to kick off today

The US criminal trial was delayed during a civil proceedings about the alleged fraud in London that culminated in a judge siding with HP.

United Kingdom

Euroviews. People seeking safety deserve compassion — not this Rwanda Bill

We, side by side with caring people up and down this country, want the government to end this cruel anti-refugee agenda and rebuild an asylum system that is welcoming and compassionate, Sepideh Sahar and Angela McLeary write.

Art

Trafalgar Square's Fourth Plinth: Winners announced

A 'Lady in Blue' and 'Unknown' have been chosen to decorate London's Fourth Plinth in 2026 and 2028.

Culture news

Glastonbury line-up 2024 announced – and it’s historic. Here's why

Dua Lipa, Coldplay and SZA top the bill at this year’s Glastonbury. It will be the first time ever that two out of the three headline performers will be women. But the announcement of the line-up comes as more than 20 UK festivals are cancelled or scrapped altogether.

Destinations

Europe dominates ranking of the world’s best sustainable beaches

From calm, family-friendly waters to top party destinations, travellers recommended these beaches for their sustainability efforts.

Culture news

Why an artist is defending a 'racist' mural at Tate Britain

A controversial mural at Tate Britain is back on display alongside a film by British artist Keith Piper that seeks to challenge and contextualise it.

Israel

‘We will finish the job in Rafah’: Israeli Prime Minister Netanyahu

Netanyahu insists on pressing on with his military campaign in Gaza, as British Foreign Secretary David Cameron calls for maritime aid corridor.