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The annual Tripadvisor Travellers' Choice Awards have revealed the best things to do in Britain, voted for by users.

Litter-picking is gamified in the UK through Spogomi, a Japanese-inspired sport that encourages public cleanup via competition and teamwork.

Not A Number captures the existence of red phone booths in a transitional state, representing their former significance and current role as symbols of urban identity.

Micheal Ward was charged with two counts of rape and three counts of sexual assault. The allegations involve incidents that took place in January 2023.

"Private rents in Ealing were below the city-wide average as recently as 2020. Yet in just five years, they have doubled in some parts of the borough."

Residents connected to council-run heat networks are facing significant cost increases, with heating expenses rising nearly 30% above the Ofgem price cap since 2023-24.

"Tomorrow a parent may have to choose between buying food or keeping their baby clean and dry no family should face that kind of impossible decision. Nappies are not a luxury; they are a necessity."

In a busy and productive 2024/25, the British Business Bank amplified its role, delivering significant impact in driving economic growth and innovation across the UK.

The London Stock Exchange Group (LSEG) is exploring plans to extend or introduce 24-hour trading to compete more effectively with global exchanges.

The enormous US embassy in London became a target for protesters and a sign of American hegemony, surrounded by increasing security measures over decades.

Jamie Osborne scored two tries to lead his side to victory, but the match was unpredictable and didn't reflect a clear path for second Test selection.

The persistent food offerings from neighbors, despite previous refusals, can create discomfort in maintaining a kosher household while trying to preserve amicable relations.

The Royal Docks Originals festival will feature over 50 events highlighting the area's transformation into a cultural hub, with the theme of Metamorphosis.

Linx has partnered with Megaport to enhance cloud connectivity options for its members, providing access to major platforms like AWS, Google Cloud, and Microsoft Azure.

The rollout of the new trains, known as platform hoovers, has been really, really slow with just four of the 90 trains currently in operation.

The tall brick tower is a landmark in Brentford, built as a standpipe regulator for steam engines, and was constructed in 1867, inspired by Italian church towers.

Horizon 22 has attracted an average of 45,500 visitors per month since its launch, reaching one million visitors less than two years after opening.

Pat Findley, a 73-year-old pensioner, describes her living situation in Lillington and Longmoore Gardens as increasingly dire, noting the estate has required 2,086 plumbing repairs.

The persistent sound of beeping e-bikes has become synonymous with summer in cities, a reminder of ongoing low-level crime and the acceptance of bike theft.

During the encore of Il Trovatore at the Royal Opera House, a cast member unfurled a Palestinian flag, resisting attempts to remove it. An audience member described it as extraordinary, noting how the individual stood there without bowing or shouting, while someone from off stage tried to take the flag away. The scene drew attention on social media, with another viewer commenting on the controversy surrounding the incident, suggesting that the performer may not work there again due to the unauthorized act.

Britain's men's 4x400m relay team received their gold medals from the 1997 world championships after being elevated from silver due to the US team's disqualification.

The installation of 6,500 sq m of advanced solar membrane panels at London’s Olympic Stadium will provide energy for major events throughout the year, including athletics meets, West Ham matches, and concerts.

Most trees can be pruned at any time of the year, but drought and exposure to the heat can slow regrowth and put the tree at risk of disease or death. The best time to prune or pollard trees is during their dormant season, typically late winter.

A 10ft mural of former England and West Bromwich Albion manager Sam Allardyce has appeared in Dudley, depicting him eating orange chips, a local delicacy.

Usyk has been undefeated as a professional for 16 years, showcasing his skill as he dethroned Anthony Joshua and secured a gold medal at the London Olympics.

London is set to experience hot and humid temperatures peaking around 30C this week, with unsettled weather expected to bring thunderstorms over the weekend.

The Lord Mayor's Hot Air Balloon Regatta, intended as an annual event, has only occurred four times since its inception in 2015 due to cancellations since 2020.

The Triumph of Art, a massive street party in Trafalgar Square on July 26, celebrates the National Gallery's 200th birthday with banners, brass bands, inflatables, and performances.

The woodland near East London's Custom House station offers a pleasing respite from summer sun, created in the 1980s from the grounds of a former school.

The new Marks & Spencer Foodhall in High Road, Leytonstone launched with a ribbon-cutting ceremony attended by staff and the M&S mascot Percy Pig.

This is underhand and disgraceful behaviour from a company making millions off London bus passengers. To try and refuse to pay money owed since December shows an utter lack of respect for its workers and the hard work they do day in, day out.

Neil Trotter, who won £108 million through EuroMillions, believes in positive thinking as it reflects national optimism, especially during events uniting people like EMI concerts and sports tournaments.

A man has been taken to hospital after a stabbing in South Norwood. The incident happened in Portland Road near Dundee Road at 7.30pm yesterday (July 16).