Commuters and politicians demand tougher measures to tackle loud music and videos on London’s public transport, amid concerns over ineffective current policies and the impact on vulnerable passengers. London’s public transport system in 2025 continues to be plagued by a persistent issue: “headphone dodgers”—those inconsiderate passengers who flagrantly play loud…

Donald Trump has called for Harvard to pay $500 million to restore billions in federal research funds amid ongoing negotiations over campus protests and allegations of antisemitism, signalling a high-stakes escalation in the university’s funding dispute with the administration. Donald Trump recently declared that his administration demands “nothing less than…

Despite a weak quarter with declining project starts, the UK’s education construction sector is poised for a future boost owing to substantial government funding commitments and strategic infrastructure frameworks, signalling optimism for long-term growth amid short-term volatility. The education construction sector in the UK experienced a notably weak quarter in…

Global investment giant Hines is set to purchase Worship Square in a £185 million deal, signalling renewed investor confidence in London’s high-quality, sustainable office spaces amid a recovering market. Global investment firm Hines is poised to acquire the Worship Square office building in the City of London for £185 million,…

Mathew Frith, a leading figure in urban nature conservation and champion of accessible green spaces, has passed away at 64. His pioneering work transformed London’s biodiversity landscape and inspired global urban ecology initiatives. Mathew Frith, a pioneer of urban nature conservation whose work significantly shaped green spaces and wildlife preservation…

Mike Bartlett’s new play Juniper Blood at the Donmar Warehouse explores the divide between pragmatic capitalism and eco-activism, offering a timely meditation on environmental ethics and British identity amid mounting climate crises. Mike Bartlett’s new play, Juniper Blood, currently running at the Donmar Warehouse until 4 October 2025, revisits the…

The number of suspensions for racist conduct in UK schools has more than doubled in recent years, with children as young as four facing exclusion amid rising concerns over racial abuse and discrimination in educational settings. Children as young as four years old are being sent home from school for…

A coalition of 60 charities warns that over six million people in England could be diagnosed with cancer by 2040, prompting urgent calls for improved prevention, early diagnosis, and investment in healthcare services amid rising incidence and overstretched NHS capacity. More than six million people in England could be diagnosed…

Andy Lord’s suggestion that anti-graffiti campaigners might be responsible for vandalism has sparked criticism from volunteers, politicians, and media, amid ongoing challenges of graffiti removal on London’s underground network. The Transport for London (TfL) commissioner, Andy Lord, has ignited a fierce backlash after suggesting that anti-graffiti campaigners on the London…

From towering landmarks to innovative transport schemes, explore the bold yet unrealised dreams that have shaped Britain’s architectural and infrastructural history, highlighting the gap between imagination and reality. The United Kingdom’s architectural and infrastructure landscape might have been profoundly transformed had some of the most ambitious development projects ever proposed…

The United Kingdom is cementing its position as a global digital leader through rapid innovation across entertainment, gambling, finance, health, and education sectors, backed by strategic government policies and responsible regulation. Over the past decade, the United Kingdom has quietly but decisively established itself as a dynamic and diverse hub…

The latest Notting Hill Carnival recorded fewer serious violent incidents, thanks to enhanced security measures, technology, and collaborative efforts by police and organisers, setting a new precedent for large-scale public events. The recent Notting Hill Carnival saw a marked reduction in serious violent incidents, reflecting concerted efforts by law enforcement…