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9 hours ago

58 UK libraries hold 'self-help' book which encourages conversion for trans kids

I sat my son under a large maple tree in our backyard and told him that males cannot be female, and we would be going back to his birth name and pronouns. I said, 'Honey, I know that this is something you feel you cannot live without. But you will be able to live without it. And you will actually be happier.'
LGBT
London
fromianVisits
7 hours ago

The 400+ year old Kedermister Library has confirmed its 2026 opening dates

The Kedermister Library will open monthly from May to October 2026, offering limited access and guided tours of its historic collection.
fromTime Out London
12 hours ago

Two mighty London institutions are in the final of UK Museum of the Year 2026

The National Gallery celebrated its bicentenary by entirely rehanging its collection and launched the Art Road Trip program, collaborating with 24 local arts organizations.
Arts
London startup
fromTheregister
8 hours ago

AI is reshaping Britain's datacenter map away from London

UK AI datacenter capacity may shift from London due to power shortages and planning constraints, making other locations more appealing.
UK politics
fromTheregister
12 hours ago

UK weighs break clause in Palantir NHS deal

The UK government may end Palantir's NHS contract due to concerns over patient safety and lack of deliverables.
#asylum-seekers
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Home Office could face hundreds of claims over asylum families in single rooms

The Home Office faces potential legal action over asylum-seeking families living in hotels under poor conditions for extended periods.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Hundreds of asylum seekers moved from hotels to army barracks, Home Office announces

Hundreds of asylum seekers have been relocated from hotels to military barracks as the Home Office closes several accommodation facilities.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

Home Office could face hundreds of claims over asylum families in single rooms

The Home Office faces potential legal action over asylum-seeking families living in hotels under poor conditions for extended periods.
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Hundreds of asylum seekers moved from hotels to army barracks, Home Office announces

Hundreds of asylum seekers have been relocated from hotels to military barracks as the Home Office closes several accommodation facilities.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 day ago

10 of the greatest National Trust sites near London (as chosen by the National Trust itself)

National Trust properties near London offer peaceful retreats with historical significance and beautiful landscapes.
Education
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 days ago

UK government seeks collaborators for AI tutoring tools for schools | Computer Weekly

The UK government seeks EdTech and AI companies to develop tutoring tools for underrepresented students in schools.
#new-york-city
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
3 days ago

Broadway is transforming into a massive free library for Earth Day

New York City will host a car-free bookish block party for Earth Day featuring free books and literary programming.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Expert Analysis | Creating housing from public library and city-owneddevelopment rights | amNewYork

New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin advocates for proactive land use planning to address housing and affordability issues.
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
3 days ago

Broadway is transforming into a massive free library for Earth Day

New York City will host a car-free bookish block party for Earth Day featuring free books and literary programming.
NYC real estate
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Expert Analysis | Creating housing from public library and city-owneddevelopment rights | amNewYork

New York City Council Speaker Julie Menin advocates for proactive land use planning to address housing and affordability issues.
London music
fromLondon On The Inside
3 days ago

How Tara Kumar Creates Community Across Her Two Cultures

Tara Kumar blends her Irish and Indian heritage through music, fashion, and cultural expression, creating a unique identity and aesthetic.
Digital life
fromBusiness Matters
4 days ago

How Much Are You Spending on Subscriptions? New UK Laws Make Refunds and Cancellations Easier for Consumers

New laws will simplify subscription cancellations, potentially saving consumers £400 million annually by preventing subscription traps.
Media industry
fromNieman Lab
5 days ago

Journalists champion Wayback Machine after news publishers limit article archiving

Major news publishers are limiting access to the Wayback Machine due to concerns over AI scraping, prompting pushback from journalists and digital rights organizations.
Medicine
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

'I'm not being listened to' - new health plan launched as women say they are still ignored

Zoe Trafford's experience highlights ongoing issues in women's healthcare, particularly regarding endometriosis and the need for better listening by medical professionals.
UK politics
fromComputerWeekly.com
12 hours ago

Don't debate digital ID, trial it - the Isle of Wight could settle the argument | Computer Weekly

Digital identity can modernize public services, but requires real-world testing to avoid past failures and ensure effectiveness.
UK news
fromTheregister
6 days ago

UK state bank considers lengthening disastrous IT program

The UK's NS&I faces a £3 billion overhaul crisis, with delays and budget overruns prompting a review of its digital transformation plans.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

Frustration, apathy and hope: Birmingham divided as extraordinary election looms

Birmingham's local elections on May 7 could lead to significant political changes after 14 years of Labour rule amid ongoing discontent.
#va-east-museum
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

The Guardian view on a much-needed boost for the arts: rebuilding England's cultural landscape

The V&A East Museum opens in Stratford, London, revitalizing the cultural landscape amid challenges faced by arts organizations across the UK.
London
fromConde Nast Traveler
2 days ago

A First Look at the V&A East Museum-London's Most Exciting New Cultural Addition

V&A East Museum opens in London, expanding the V&A's influential collection and focusing on community engagement.
Environment
fromMail Online
1 week ago

Britain's electricity is its 'most British' in over 20 YEARS

Britain's electricity generation is the most domestically sourced in over 20 years, with 53% generated in the UK and 46% imported.
Data science
fromTheregister
1 week ago

UK National Data Library plan needs work, study finds

The UK's National Data Library needs improved dataset accessibility to support AI development and meaningful analysis.
fromwww.theguardian.com
17 hours ago

England left with toilet deserts' as public facilities decline by 14% in a decade

Access to public toilets is a universal need that we all have, and we shouldn't shy away from talking about it. One public toilet per 15,000 people simply isn't good enough and, without action, that figure will keep rising as we lose more facilities.
London politics
#reproductive-rights
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Government to host summit about keeping children safe online in age of AI

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and online safety, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Sexual health charities hit out at Farage over disappointing' HIV comments

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting in critical societal issues.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Government to host summit about keeping children safe online in age of AI

The Independent focuses on critical issues like reproductive rights and online safety, emphasizing the need for accessible journalism.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
6 days ago

Sexual health charities hit out at Farage over disappointing' HIV comments

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the need for on-ground reporting in critical societal issues.
fromwww.npr.org
6 days ago

U.K. inquiry lays bare 'catastrophic' missed chances before stabbings at dance class

One of the most striking conclusions from this inquiry's extensive investigation is the sheer number of missed opportunities over many years to intervene meaningfully, which directly contributed to the failure to avert this disaster. The consequences were catastrophic.
UK news
London food
fromTime Out London
3 days ago

The 10 Downing Street garden will open to the public for one day this summer - here's how to visit

London Open Gardens in June will feature 120 exclusive gardens, including guided tours of 10 Downing Street's garden.
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Guardian view on the Women's Library at 100: a cause for celebration but not complacency | Editorial

The library was to hold material relating to women's work, too. This year's centenary is an opportunity to celebrate the institution's unique holdings.
Women in technology
London politics
fromianVisits
15 hours ago

London's Alleys: Park Place West, Paddington, W2

The passageway behind Edgware Road has historical significance, evolving from stables to a residential complex known as Park West.
#social-media
Digital life
fromTheregister
1 week ago

Brits are falling out of love with the internet

British adults are less active on social media, with fewer believing benefits outweigh risks, leading to increased passivity online.
#shakespeare
London
fromTime Out London
3 days ago

Shakespeare's hidden home has been found in London

Shakespeare's only London home has been precisely located on a street near the Globe, revealing more about his later life in the city.
London
fromTime Out London
3 days ago

Shakespeare's hidden home has been found in London

Shakespeare's only London home has been precisely located on a street near the Globe, revealing more about his later life in the city.
London
fromTime Out London
5 days ago

These spectacular London cultural institutions are receiving millions in government funding

London's major arts venues will receive £130 million from the Arts Everywhere Fund to enhance access and improve cultural infrastructure.
#va-east
London food
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

First look: Time Out's review of London's spectacular new V&A East Museum

V&A East opens as a creative hub showcasing diverse art and design, emphasizing accessibility and community engagement.
London food
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

First look: Time Out's review of London's spectacular new V&A East Museum

V&A East opens as a creative hub showcasing diverse art and design, emphasizing accessibility and community engagement.
fromComputerWeekly.com
6 days ago

UK government accelerates autonomous vehicle development funding | Computer Weekly

The CAM Pathfinder programme is seen as key to realizing the industry's potential, addressing challenges in bringing CAM vehicles to market and providing funding for world-first technologies.
London startup
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Even ex-Reform voters are considering backing the Green Party, its newest MP says

The Green Party is gaining support from disillusioned voters previously aligned with Reform UK and Labour.
London
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

A dazzling new V&A museum and cool Record Store Day gigs are the best free things to do in London this weekend

A weekend in London features free events including the V&A East Museum opening, Record Store Day gigs, and a celebration of African creativity.
#erasmus
UK politics
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

UK signs deal to rejoin EU's Erasmus student exchange scheme

The UK will rejoin the Erasmus+ program in 2024, benefiting over 100,000 young people with a £570 million contribution.
UK politics
fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

UK signs deal to rejoin EU's Erasmus student exchange scheme

The UK will rejoin the Erasmus+ program in 2024, benefiting over 100,000 young people with a £570 million contribution.
UK politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
4 days ago

UK signs deal to rejoin EU's Erasmus student exchange scheme

The UK will rejoin the Erasmus+ program, benefiting over 100,000 young people with a £570 million contribution in 2027.
UK politics
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

UK signs deal to rejoin EU's Erasmus student exchange scheme

The UK will rejoin the Erasmus+ program in 2024, benefiting over 100,000 young people with a £570 million contribution.
UK politics
fromThe Local Germany
4 days ago

UK signs deal to rejoin EU's Erasmus student exchange scheme

The UK will rejoin the Erasmus+ program in 2024, benefiting over 100,000 young people with a £570 million contribution.
UK politics
fromwww.thelocal.com
4 days ago

UK signs deal to rejoin EU's Erasmus student exchange scheme

The UK will rejoin the Erasmus+ program, benefiting over 100,000 young people with a £570 million contribution in 2027.
Arts
fromArtnet News
5 days ago

Is Chinese Censorship Reaching Inside Britain's Museums? | Artnet News

London's V&A museum altered exhibition catalogues due to Chinese censorship, raising concerns about foreign influence on U.K. cultural institutions.
London
fromianVisits
4 days ago

How a shoe firm built a modernist town in Essex - and the exhibition telling its story

Bata shoe company established a factory and town in East Tilbury, promoting employee welfare and modern amenities while expanding globally.
Intellectual property law
fromEngadget
1 month ago

UK reverses course on AI copyright position after backlash

The UK government abandoned its plan to allow AI companies to train on copyrighted works with only an opt-out clause for artists, after significant backlash from the creative community.
Books
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Southwark Libraries named London winner for 2026

Google Southwark Libraries won the British Book Awards 2026 Library of the Year for reconnecting communities with local library services and resources.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

Lib Dems call for GP guarantee on new housing developments

"Too often new developments don't come with the services and infrastructure they need. Our policy would get new or expanded GP surgeries up and running to serve new developments, right from the moment the first homes are sold."
UK politics
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
5 days ago

V&A East collection review a dazzling wealth of inspiration to fire up the geniuses of the future

A new sculpture in east London reflects youth culture but risks oversimplifying individual differences, while the museum's collection celebrates cultural diversity.
Film
fromFast Company
1 month ago

The ultimate entertainment budget hack: Your local library

Local libraries offer free access to books, ebooks, DVDs, and audiobooks as a cost-effective alternative to expensive movie tickets and streaming services.
UK politics
fromTheregister
5 days ago

UK told its Big Tech habit is now a national security risk

Britain's reliance on US Big Tech poses national security risks and economic challenges due to control over critical infrastructure.
London
fromTime Out London
6 days ago

It's official: London is the second greenest city in the UK

Green spaces in cities are essential for mental and physical health, with London being the largest urban forest globally.
London startup
fromComputerWeekly.com
3 weeks ago

UK government boosts digital access for more than a million people | Computer Weekly

The Digital Inclusion Action Plan has enabled over a million people in the UK to access online services in its first year.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

English councils to get guidance on designing safer streets for women and girls

Councils will receive guidance to create safer streets for women and girls, addressing systemic unfairness in walking safety.
fromOpen Culture
1 week ago

Explore 1,000,000 Digitized Artworks from Across the UK: Paintings, Sculptures, Street Art & More

Art UK has taken it as its mission to digitally unite one million artworks from 3,500 institutions. This free-to-all portal connects everyone with the UK's public art collections.
London
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
6 days ago

UK youth emigrating for better prospects - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

Departures among those aged 20-29 reached 130,000-140,000 in June 2025, significantly higher than pre-pandemic levels of around 92,000-95,000 in 2018, indicating a clear shift towards earlier migration.
UK politics
#uk-museums
London
fromianVisits
1 week ago

The case for keeping museums free - even if you never visit

Reintroducing entry charges at UK museums could harm cultural diversity and economic benefits derived from free access.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The UK's free-to-access museums are the envy of the world. Charging for entry would be a big mistake | Karin Hindsbo

The UK made national museums free, increasing accessibility and audience engagement significantly.
London
fromianVisits
1 week ago

The case for keeping museums free - even if you never visit

Reintroducing entry charges at UK museums could harm cultural diversity and economic benefits derived from free access.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
3 weeks ago

The UK's free-to-access museums are the envy of the world. Charging for entry would be a big mistake | Karin Hindsbo

The UK made national museums free, increasing accessibility and audience engagement significantly.
Arts
fromHyperallergic
3 weeks ago

UK Museums Hold Over 260,000 Human Remains, Report Finds

UK museums hold over 263,000 human remains, with significant collections from former British colonies, raising ethical concerns.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 month ago

Tax Airbnbs, not visitors': How readers think UK museums could be better funded

UK museums face financial pressure from reduced government funding and pandemic effects, sparking debate between maintaining free access and implementing tourist charges to sustain operations.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

'Why councils need tourism tax revenue by default'

London boroughs demand 50% of revenue from a new tourist tax to offset the 1.5bn annual costs of tourism-related services they provide.
London
fromianVisits
3 weeks ago

A century of campaigning: Women's Library marks 100 years with new exhibition

The Women's Library, celebrating its centenary, showcases the history of the women's movement through a diverse collection of documents and exhibitions.
Intellectual property law
fromEngadget
1 month ago

UK government delays AI copyright rules amid artist outcry

The UK government delayed its AI data bill after stakeholder consultation revealed opposition to allowing AI companies to train models on copyrighted materials without creator consent.
UK news
fromTheregister
1 month ago

Brits fear AI will strip humanity from public services

British public expresses greater concern about AI risks in public services, including dehumanization and job losses, than optimism about potential benefits.
#ai-training
fromianVisits
2 months ago

Queer Britain gets a refresh but makes a small museum feel even smaller

The museum devoted to the alphabet soup of sexualities has had a revamp of its displays and turned a small museum into a cramped one. It's always been a small space, with one main room and a second, smaller temporary exhibition space, but they've added two more glass cases in the middle of the main room, turning a wide rectangle into a corridor.
LGBT
London
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

One of the UK's greatest cities is getting a 54 million new museum

Bath's Fashion Museum will relocate to a £54m facility at the Old Post Office on New Bond Street, reopening in 2030 with expanded exhibition spaces and public realm improvements.
UK news
fromianVisits
2 months ago

Government pledges 1.5bn to fix crumbling museums and cultural buildings

The government will invest £1.5 billion over five years to clear maintenance backlogs and fund capital projects across museums, heritage sites, cultural venues, and libraries.
Arts
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

We've scratched the surface': mission to digitise UK public art reaches 1m entries

Art UK's million-record digital catalogue reveals the UK's vast, diverse public art collection and has appointed Ben Terrett as its new chair.
fromArtnet News
2 months ago

British Museum's A.I.-Generated Post Sparks Online Backlash

Taking time to take a closer look is always worthwhile,
Arts
UK politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

A safe space to come and just be': the radical, utopian return of Britain's youth clubs

Investment and new Young Futures hubs aim to rebuild youth services, providing integrated mental-health support, skills training, sports, arts and safe spaces for young people.
London
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on the Southbank Centre: ministers must support innovation in the present as well as the past | Editorial

The Grade II listing protects the Southbank Centre's 1960s brutalist complex, recognizing its cultural importance and postwar architectural significance despite divisive opinions.
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