Thousands of trans rights protesters have marched through central London days after a Supreme Court ruled on the definition of a woman. Supporters, trade unions and community organisations came together for what was billed as an “emergency demonstration” which started in Parliament Square before heading towards St James’s Park.more

To celebrate the 200th anniversary of the National Gallery in London, one guest will be able to spend a night there among outstanding works of art by, among others, van Gogh, Monet and Renoir. The winner will be chosen by lottery. Interested parties can apply until 28 April.more

The State Pension age in the UK will rise from 66 to 67 starting next year, and the increase is expected to be fully implemented for all men and women by 2028. This change to the official retirement age has been legislated since 2014, with another planned increase from 67 to 68 between 2044 and 2046.more

British Prime Minister Keir Starmer spoke by phone with US President Donald Trump about bilateral trade, as well as the situation in Ukraine and the Middle East, Downing Street and the White House said yesterday.more

Astrophysicists at the University of Cambridge have discovered ‘strong indications’ that living organisms may exist in the ocean of the planet K2-18b, located 124 light years from Earth in the constellation Leo, the British daily “The Telegraph” reported on Thursday.more

US President Donald Trump has hinted that he will make a state visit to the UK in September. If this happens, Trump will be the only modern political leader to make a state visit twice at the invitation of the British monarch, Sky News reported today.more

The 1998 Good Friday Agreement largely ended the conflict in Northern Ireland, in which some 3,500 people were killed over three decades. Two of the architects of the peace process were awarded the Nobel Prize, and maintaining the compromise was one of the priorities during the Brexit negotiations.more

British army conducts successful test of weapon that destroys drones with radio wavesThe British army has conducted a successful test of a new weapon that uses radio waves to target and eliminate drones, the UK Ministry of Defence announced yesterday.more

Whitby, a picturesque seaside town on the North East coast of the UK, is not just known for its beautiful beaches and rich history. It also boasts the title of having the best fish and chips in the country. According to TimeOut magazine, The Magpie Cafe, which first opened its doors in 1937, serves the best chippy in the UK.more

With the four-day Easter weekend approaching, here's a guide to revised supermarket opening hours from April 18 to April 21. Easter weekend is almost upon us, meaning people are looking forward to some time off work. At this time of year, we should all be stocking up on Easter eggs and preparing to indulge in hot cross buns.more

The London housing market is in a precarious position. With interest rates lower than this time last year, and the uncertainty of the 2024 general election behind us, you might expect a recovery in home sales. But new data reveals that, as winter turned to spring, the capital’s housing market slowed instead.more

As official US data reveals a 17 per cent year-on-year slump in Europeans visiting the United States in March 2025, airlines are slashing summer prices to fill planes. Normally nonstop air fares between the UK and US soar towards £1,000 return in July and August.more

InPost is continuing its expansion into the UK market with the acquisition of UK parcel provider Yodel, the InPost Group announced today. The acquisition is being made by acquiring a majority stake in JLL, which manages Yodel.more

While looking forward to the long Easter weekend, the latest insight from The Global Payroll Association (GPA), reveals that the UK has the fewest number of public holidays in Europe at just eight, whilst every other nation in Europe enjoys double-digit public holidays, with the luckiest getting as many as 16.more

The number of so-called serious pollution incidents recorded by water companies in England is at a ten-year high, according to data obtained by campaigners.more

British researchers have grown a human tooth under laboratory conditions in what has been hailed as another breakthrough in dentistry, BBC News reports. One many years will still pass before implants at least partially replace natural teeth.more

The Supreme Court in London today announced that the legal definition of woman refers to biological sex. In doing so, it took a stand in the dispute between Scottish activists and the Scottish Government, which had included transgender people with a Gender Reconciliation Certificate in the definition of woman in a law passed.more

Falling petrol prices drove UK inflation down by more than expected in the year to March. Inflation was 2.6%, down from a rate of 2.8% in February, according to official data. But the fall may only be temporary as analysts say it's expected to spike from April as rising bills and higher business costs take hold.more

A class action lawsuit has been filed in a UK court against Google. Its authors are claiming the equivalent of $6.6 billion for, among other things, using its almost exclusive position in the online search market to raise advertising prices.more

Bin strikes could spread to other council areas across the country as cash-strapped local authorities make further cuts, a union leader has warned as the dispute between refuse workers and the city council in Birmingham continues.more

The British government's takeover of British Steel has shown the scale of the British economy's dependence on China, Politico wrote yesterday. According to the UnHerd portal, which opposes the British government, this case could signal the beginning of a major reevaluation in global politics.more

Lent is nearly over and Easter Sunday is coming up, which means shops are full of chocolate eggs to celebrate the Christian festival. But, while lots of luxury, weird and wonderful options are on shelves this year, it has been noticed that Easter eggs are getting more expensive. more

If you were stuck for ideas on how to enjoy the beautiful weather over the recent Easter bank holiday, this particular village might be just what you need to keep in mind for the upcoming May Day holiday. Situated just 50 miles from London, or a half-hour train ride from Paddington, the Thames-side village of Cookham is a picture-perfect spot.more

Job vacancies have fallen to the lowest level in nearly four years, suggesting demand for workers is weakening as employment costs grow. The number of jobs on offer fell to 781,000 in the first three months of the year, the Office for National Statistics (ONS) said, while payroll numbers also declined. more

Easter is nearly here, but it’s beginning to feel a lot like Christmas as Britons decorate trees, buy pricey gifts and pull crackers. High street stores are decked with wreaths, baubles and table decor, although it is the Easter bunny, not Santa, that looms large. With shelves full of chick- and bunny-shaped trinkets it’s clear that putting up an Easter tree, or twig, is increasingly mainstream.more