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Great-Grandmother’s England-Themed Home Draws Local Admiration

Mary Fannon, a 71-year-old great-grandmother from Burnage, Manchester, has decorated her home with England football memorabilia for 20 years, creating a much-loved local display supported by her family and community.

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BBC Mary, a woman with short white hair and glasses, stands holding a print of Old Trafford in front of a house covered with various England flags.

18th Century Kirkpatrick Juxta Church Approved for Conversion to 3-Bedroom Home

Plans to convert the 18th Century Kirkpatrick Juxta Parish Church near Beattock into a three-bedroom home have been approved, preserving its historic features while adapting it for modern living.

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Billy McCrorie A view up a pathway past gravestones and trees to a white church building with a spire.

Historic Scottish Asylum Archive Gains UNESCO Memory of the World Status

The Crichton Royal Institution archive in Dumfries, Scotland, has been added to the UK UNESCO Memory of the World Register for its pioneering mental health care records, including patient writings, artwork, and early asylum magazines.

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Crichton Archive Collection/ DGC Heritage Service An aerial view of the Crichton Estate with sandstone buildings and green rolling fields

Trump's Name Removed from Kennedy Center Following Court Order

Following a federal judge's ruling, President Donald Trump's name has been removed from the Kennedy Center in Washington, ending a legal dispute over the venue's renaming.

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Reuters Long white and blue plastic sheeting over the Kennedy Center

Historic Mansion Built with Caerphilly Castle Stone Renovated and Listed for £1.5m

A historic Tudor mansion built with stone from Caerphilly Castle has been renovated by a London couple and is now for sale at £1.5m, following years of decline and restoration challenges.

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Fine and Country Outside of a detached Tudor mansion made of sand coloured stone bricks. There is grass in front of the property and black outdoor lights leading to brown double doors with black handles. There are 16 sets of windows from the front of the property.

Barbie's 250+ Careers and New Exhibition Highlight Her Cultural Impact

Barbie has held over 250 jobs in 67 years, influencing culture and design. Scotland's first Barbie exhibition explores her evolution, diversity, and impact on play and fashion.

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2025 Mattel Studio portrait of a blonde fashion doll with short curly hair, wearing white sunglasses on top of the head, gold hoop earrings, bold red lips, blue eye makeup, and a black‑and‑white striped strapless outfit, set against a dark background.

Northern Ireland Figures Honoured in King's Birthday List for Services Across Fields

Over 80 individuals from Northern Ireland, including a lace tutor, disability football manager, academics, and police officers, have been honoured in the King’s Birthday Honours list for their services across various fields.

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BBC A woman in a pink top with a black design sits at a table with a blue table cloth. On the table are lace creations. She has short grey hair.

Black Post Box to Honor UK's First Black School Teacher Tom Jenkins

Tom Jenkins, Britain's first black school teacher, will be honoured with a dedicated post box in Hawick, celebrating his legacy and contributions to education and anti-racism efforts.

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BBC A bald-headed man wearing a suit leans against a black post box, with a row of cars behind him

Barbie Exhibition Debuts in Scotland Showcasing Doll's History and Impact

Barbie: The Exhibition opens in Glasgow, showcasing over 150 dolls and memorabilia from 1959 to today, highlighting the doll's cultural and design impact.

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Pope Leo XIV Blesses Sagrada Família’s Final Tower in Barcelona

Pope Leo XIV blessed the final tower of Gaudí’s Sagrada Família in Barcelona, marking the basilica’s full height after 144 years. The event drew thousands amid ongoing debates about the church’s adherence to Gaudí’s original vision.

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A large erected screen outside the Sagrada Família streams the pope's visit

Robert Burns’ Trees and Original Features Discovered at Ellisland Farm

Trees believed to have been planted by Robert Burns over 200 years ago have been found at Ellisland Farm, alongside original farmhouse features. The Robert Burns Ellisland Trust seeks £12m to restore the site and develop it as a visitor attraction.

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Ian Findlay White farm buildings surrounded by a stone wall. Trees are in the background and there is a white fence and gate at the entrance.

Rare Roman Brooch Unveiled in Scotland Exhibition for First Time

A rare Roman brooch found in Midlothian will be displayed for the first time at the National Museum of Scotland, highlighting local and Roman cultural connections.

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PA Media The brooch is a a rectangle shaped object with a brown taper shaped end. The rectangle shaped section is decorated with a red and yellow chevron-like pattern. The brooch has been photographed against a black background.