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MF DOOM’s widow accuses UK hospital of negligence in husband's death

The iconic masked rapper MF DOOM’s cause of death has been revealed, nearly three years after he passed away.

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King Charles III given Scottish crown jewels

Scotland marked the coronation of King Charles III by presenting him with the country's crown jewels.

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Surviving Glastonbury: Two baby owls rescued at Guns N' Roses gig

Two little owls are being cared for by a rescue centre after being discovered under the Pyramid Stage during Glastonbury Festival. Everyone’s hoping the Guns ‘N’ Roses set didn’t traumatise them too badly.

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May the coin be with you: Anniversary Star Wars coins unveiled

Prepare to get collecting in a galaxy far, far away...

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Festival boss fights UK on attempt to stop drug testing

A music festival creator and government advisor has threatened legal action against the UK’s Home Office decision to require festivals have a licence for on-site drug testing.

United Kingdom

Could the Scottish Orkney Islands really become part of Norway?

The UK territory's proposal to investigate 'alternative forms of governance' provoked international headlines, but what's actually going on?

China

UK accused of harbouring Hong Kong 'fugitives' by China

Hong Kong's leader warned pro-democracy activists will be 'pursued for life' on Tuesday.

Work

Is the workplace AI revolution under way? Not according to a new study

The popularity of generative AI tools has led to predictions that the world of work is about to be turned on its head - or is it?

World News

Faith in UK gov plunges, while rising elsewhere in Europe - poll

In 2006, Brits trusted their government far more so than in other major European states. Now the tables have turned.

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The Loo Gardens: A new art installation in London's sewers

50m underground, we visit the Loo Gardens, a new art installation celebrating the benefits to the environment the new "super sewer" will bring to London's Thames river.

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London's Leicester Square welcomes stunning Indiana Jones statue

Indiana Jones takes his rightful place as the tenth statue in the illustrious 'Scenes in the Square' trail, joining an esteemed roster that includes Harry Potter, Bugs Bunny, and Paddington.

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The only surviving gaslit cinema reopens in Leeds

The last gaslit cinema in the world is reopening its doors this week after renovations lasting two years.

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Kevin Spacey sexual assault trial begins in London

The American actor is in court for the first time today as the trial charging him with sexual assault starts.

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Lewis Capaldi is taking a career break due to Tourette's

The Scottish singer last week struggled to finish his performance at Glastonbury Festival and was supported by fans ahead of making the announcement

United Kingdom

Pride month support: Most people think big brands are 'not sincere'

The phenomenon is known as pink-washing, when companies or brands seem attentive to LGBTQ+ issues during Pride, but they're not for the rest of the year.

Europe News

'Turning point': EU and UK strike deal to boost financial cooperation

The European Union and the United Kingdom on Tuesday signed an agreement, long-awaited for by London, to boost cooperation on financial services.

Sport

Institutional racism and sexism infects English cricket, says report

The extensive report pointed out "entrenched" racism in all levels of English cricket alongside an extremely sexist environment for female cricketers.

United Kingdom

Britain's Prince William inspired by Europe in bid to end homelessness

Prince of Wales uses Finland as a case study as he launches new five-year campaign

United Kingdom

Seven years on: what do young Brits think of Brexit vote?

Four Brits who were aged 14-19 when the Brexit referendum took place in 2016 speak to Euronews about how Brexit has changed their lives. They are now aged 21-26.

United Kingdom

UK Conservative MPs are helping anti-drag sentiment become mainstream

Conservative MPs and peers in the UK are contributing to the growing hostility to all-ages drag events in the country, according to a new report, and lending credibility to the movement.