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British Library Confirms £1.1 ($1.5) Billion Extension Project

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National Gallery in London To Get New Italian Restuarant by Giorgio Locatelli in Renovated Sainsbury Wing

The National Gallery has announced that renowned chef Giorgio Locatelli will...

London’s Iconic Black Cabs Hit American Tourists with Steep Fare Hikes for 2025

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New Garden in Regent’s Park to Honor Queen Elizabeth II

Plans have been approved for a new garden in Regent's Park...

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