More than six years after its closure, Hammersmith Bridge remains shut to vehicles, highlighting longstanding issues of neglect, funding disputes, and the urgent need for modernisation in London’s historic infrastructure. Turn back to April 2019, when London was suddenly gripped by a significant transport crisis: the immediate closure of Hammersmith…

A groundbreaking study links emissions from major fossil fuel and cement producers to a 50 per cent increase in heatwave intensity globally, highlighting corporate responsibility in the climate crisis. Emissions from major fossil fuel and cement producers have been directly linked to significantly intensifying heatwaves globally, according to a groundbreaking…

Audi UK has launched ‘Engine Symphony’, a pioneering campaign where RS engine sounds are reimagined as musical compositions, blending performance and art in automotive advertising. Audi UK has launched an innovative campaign titled “Engine Symphony” in collaboration with BBH London, which transforms the distinctive roar of its RS models into…

Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd plans to buy a 31% stake in Apollo Health and Lifestyle Ltd and invest in a new 100-bed oncology centre, signalling aggressive growth and sector consolidation amid a lively Indian corporate landscape. Apollo Hospitals Enterprise Ltd (AHEL) is set to reinforce its hold on the healthcare…

The final night of the Proms at the Royal Albert Hall highlighted themes of inclusivity, political reflection, and musical innovation, featuring debut performances, notable farewells, and a controversial Queen tribute amid a backdrop of demonstrations supporting far-right activism. For many, the Last Night of the Proms remains a cherished tradition,…

The National Gallery in London announces its most ambitious development yet, with a record-breaking £300 million donation and the creation of a modern art wing, marking a transformative shift in UK cultural funding and institutional collaboration. Britain’s art world has recently witnessed a landmark moment with the National Gallery in…

Cambridge spinout Xampla raises $14 million in Series A funding to scale up its biodegradable plant-based materials, aiming to replace over 10 billion units of single-use plastics by 2030 and address the global plastic crisis. UK startup Xampla, a Cambridge University spinout, has secured $14 million in Series A funding…

A concerning culture of cover-up, fear, and bullying within NHS maternity services is undermining patient safety and increasing risks to mothers and infants, prompting urgent calls for systemic reform. Harm to mothers and their babies within the NHS is under serious threat due to what has been described as a…

A London-based medical cannabis clinic co-founded by rapper Snoop Dogg has received a record £4.5 million investment from Casa Verde Capital, signalling significant growth and shifting investor interest in the UK’s expanding medical cannabis industry. A US-based venture capital firm co-founded by rapper Snoop Dogg has invested £4.5 million in…

Scottish singer Lewis Capaldi, after a heartfelt comeback at Glastonbury following health challenges, announces headlining slots at UK’s BST Hyde Park and Roundhay Festival in 2026, signalling a major return to live music. Scottish singer Lewis Capaldi is set for a major return to the live music scene, headlining two…

The UK government has initiated a new, nationwide inquiry into NHS maternity and neonatal care, targeting systemic failures and promising to elevate the voices of marginalised families, including Black and Asian women, to restore trust and improve safety standards across England. The UK government has launched a sweeping national investigation…

The UK is considering supporting US-imposed tariffs on China to press Beijing over Russian energy purchases, as it prepares for a high-profile state visit from Donald Trump that aims to strengthen bilateral ties and expand nuclear collaboration amidst complex geopolitical tensions. Britain has signalled openness to US President Donald Trump’s…