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The Horniman Museum is Returning Looted Benin Bronzes to Nigeria

London’s Horniman Museum is returning artefacts looted over a century ago. Read on to find out more. Proof that the news is not all drab and depressing: The South-East London museum has agreed to return 72 artefacts to Nigeria where they had been looted from by British Soldiers in 1897.  In fact, the returns have …

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Croydon is The Mayor’s London Borough of Culture for 2023: Here’s What That Means

Justice has truly been served – Croydon has been announced as The Mayor’s London Borough of Culture for 2023. It’s no secret that we love Croydon – we could gush for days about this cool corner of the capital (though that probably wouldn’t make for the most interesting read).  And, it turns out that the …

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Choo Choo for Phase II: The Elizabeth Line is Expanding and Here’s What to Expect

The eagerly anticipated Cross Rail (Elizabeth Line) first opened its doors to the public on May 24th. Here’s what you need to know about phase II of London’s swish new transport route.  The flashy Elizabeth Line has made it way easier to hang out with your friends all over the capital, allowing you to travel …

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The Queen’s Funeral: London Prepares to Say Final Goodbye to Queen Elizabeth II

Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II passed away last week at her home in Balmoral, leaving her son King Charles III to take over the throne. Her funeral plans have now been announced. The State Funeral will take place on Monday 19th September at 11am – it will be held at Westminster Abbey and televised to …

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The Death of Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II: London Mourns its Longest-Reigning Monarch

It was announced yesterday, 8th September 2022, that Her Majesty Queen Elizabeth II died at the age of 96. London is mourning its monarch. She was just 25 years old when she took to the throne and had ever since dedicated her life to serving the British people. As the Head of State for 15 …

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