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Green News

Companies warned people are willing to quit over climate inaction

The sentiment is even stronger among young people suggesting the trend could continue to grow.

17/02/2023

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London's Saatchi Gallery opens new street art exhibition

London's iconic Saatchi Gallery is hosting a brand new exhibition, designed to take over all of its three floors and showcase "the most comprehensive graffiti & street art exhibition to open in the UK."

17/02/2023

Nature

Disappearing songbirds are being hunted for 'sport' in the UK

Skylarks, starlings and mistle thrushes are among the red-listed species approved to be hunted by falconers.

17/02/2023

Culture news

Vivienne Westwood memorial kicks off London Fashion Week

There's a lot to look forward at the return of London Fashion Week. But first things first, fashionistas and celebrities take a moment to tribute a design icon.

17/02/2023

Culture news

Cost of living crisis fears prevents unhappy couples from divorcing

Was Valentine's Day a miserable reminder that your relationship is rubbish? For some people, divorce is no longer a viable option because it's too expensive to consider living apart.

17/02/2023

Culture news

Camilla drops controversial Koh-i-Noor diamond from coronation crown

The Koh-i-Noor diamond is as beautiful as it is controversial. Taken from India during British imperial rule, the Queen Consort has broken with tradition by refusing it at her coronation.

16/02/2023

United Kingdom

Scotland: Why did Nicola Sturgeon resign and who will replace her?

There are several reasons why Scotland's longest-serving First Minister is stepping down, and more than a few likely contenders for her job.

15/02/2023

Nature

UK’s Prince William asked by public to rewild his land

The Duchy of Cornwall includes one of Britain’s ‘lost rainforests’, which could be returned to a vital habitat and carbon sink.

15/02/2023

Culture news

Council removes part of Banksy's domestic abuse artwork

Council removes part of Banksy's domestic abuse artwork

15/02/2023

United Kingdom

WATCH: Scotland First Minister Nicola Sturgeon's resignation speech

After eight years in office, Scottish First Minister Nicola Sturgeon is set to step down as the country's longest serving leader

15/02/2023

Culture news

Who they should have cast for Prince Andrew film

Starring Gillian Anderson, Keeley Hawes and Rufus Sewell, the upcoming dramatisation of the interview that destroyed Prince Andrew's reputation won't be one to miss. But we think we could have cast it better.

15/02/2023

United Kingdom

Euroviews. Here's why a gay couple doesn't feel welcome in the Church of England

Gay and lesbian couples should be able to marry in church, and clergy should be free to do so as well, Reverend Andrew Foreshew-Cain argues.

14/02/2023

Food and Drink

Dating tips from First Dates UK's Fred Sirieix and Laura Tott

Dating is hard. Luckily we have some of the best experts on the case for you. Maître d' and waitress from the First Dates UK restaurant Fred Sirieix and Laura Tott are on hand to give Euronews Culture their top tips.

14/02/2023

Green News

London eyes up 'lights out' rule for skyscrapers at night

The initiative will “cut light pollution and save energy”, promised the City of London Corporation, the financial district governing body.

13/02/2023

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Watch: London 'carnival' in support of Wikileaks founder Assange

The WikiLeaks founder has been imprisoned in the UK since 2019, where he is awaiting the hearing of his appeal against the British government's decision to extradite him.

12/02/2023

Moments

A train lover’s dream: How it feels to ride the Caledonian Sleeper

The sleeper train is an efficient, fun and sustainable way to travel between Edinburgh and London. Could it be getting cheaper too?

12/02/2023

Nature

Take a look at 5 stunning animal photos that captured people’s hearts

A ghostly snow leopard, playful polar bear and tragic baby monkey were voted top in the Natural History Museum competition.

09/02/2023

Green News

Shell’s board of directors personally sued in world first climate case

The claim filed by environmental law charity ClientEarth has the backing of investors who hold 12 million shares in the company.

09/02/2023

Moments

Meet the man racing his disease to visit all 272 London tube stations

Travelling on the tube with ataxia is like 'navigating in 3D', says a photographer who is capturing the beauty in each station.

08/02/2023

United Kingdom

UK Supreme Court confirms legality of Northern Ireland Brexit protocol

A legal challenge, brought by pro-Brexit activists and former leaders of Northern Ireland's largest unionist parties, was dismissed by the London court.

08/02/2023

Culture news

Mary, Queen of Scots’ secret letters are no longer a secret

The letters shed new light on Mary's captivity.

08/02/2023

Green News

England built 2 onshore wind turbines in 2022. We asked experts why

A former UK Prime Minister's decision has stalled the installation of onshore wind turbines in England.

08/02/2023

United Kingdom

'Freedom will win': Zelenskyy tells UK parliament

President Zelenskyy had talks with Rish Sunak, met King Charles and gave a speech to British parliamentarians in Westminster.

08/02/2023

Culture news

Why the Anglican Church blessing same-sex marriages is "incoherent"

"That's the language of an abuser." Reverend Andrew Foreshew-Cain, the first Anglican vicar to have a gay marriage tells Euronews Culture why the upcoming decision by the church to bless same-sex marriages is "incoherent".

08/02/2023

United Kingdom

Former British police officer sentenced for serial rapes

David Carrick had already admitted in court dozens of rapes and sexual assaults when he was a serving police officer in the southeast of England.

07/02/2023

United Kingdom

UK energy company BP's profits double in 2022

British energy supermajor BP has reported record annual earnings, fueling demands that the UK boost taxes on companies benefiting from the surge in energy prices.

07/02/2023