The UK has a handful of bank holidays throughout the year but why do two take place in May each year? Here's the history behind them.

Reform UK is “a real threat” to Labour and is being treated as a “serious opposition force” after the party’s successes in local elections, Wes Streeting has said. Labour and the Conservatives are ...

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The territory of 2.3 million people is suffering what is believed to be the worst humanitarian crisis since the war began.

UK interest rates are set to be cut to 4.25% as the Bank of England eases costs for borrowers while it digests the impact of US tariffs on the economy. Most economists are expecting rates to be ...

This 'irreplaceable' BBC Radio 6 Music 'legend' has announced he is leaving after 16 years, saying 'it's with a heavy heart' - see when his ...

With Star Wars Day back for another year, and May the 4th be with you, test your knowledge of the galaxy with this Star Wars-themed quiz.

Some of the main roads in Sutton are in poor condition and need major repairs. New data from the Road Condition Indicator (RCI), which uses SCANNER (Surface Condition Assessment of the National ...

A Tesco Express in Croydon now stands at the site of what was a much-loved pub that served locals for over 100 years.

The fast food restaurant at 81–83 The Broadway has applied to change the terms of its existing premises licence to strengthen security ...

From visiting the Tower of London to exploring Borough Market, discover the five bucket list items for London you need to do.

Lady Gaga gave a free concert on Saturday night in front of at least a million fans who poured onto Rio de Janeiro’s Copacabana Beach for the biggest show of her career. “Tonight, we’re making history ...