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news.sky.comworld1 day ago
Activists Unfurl Palestinian Flag on Tower Bridge Calling for Release of Detained Gaza Doctor
Pro-Palestine activists displayed a giant Palestinian flag and banner on London's Tower Bridge on July 12. The demonstration called for the release of Dr Hussam Abu Safia, a Gaza hospital director held by Israel for more than 500 days.
winnipegfreepress.comworld1 day ago
Three Men Plead Guilty to Conspiracy to Rob Richmond Jewellery Store
Three Essex men entered guilty pleas to conspiracy to rob after a January 31 raid on a Richmond jewellery store. Police recovered a vehicle and used CCTV and forensic evidence to identify the suspects. Sentencing is scheduled for July 24.
globalnews.caworld2 days ago
Trackside Fire at Stratford Station Cancels 46 Train Services
A brush fire beside the tracks at London's Stratford station disrupted rail services across Essex and east London on Friday morning. London Fire Brigade brought the blaze under control by 10 p.m. the previous evening after deploying eight engines and 60 firefighters. Power to ove…
politics4 days ago
Palantir Sues After Mayor's Office Rejects Police Contract Over Procurement Breach
Palantir filed a legal claim against the Mayor's Office for Policing and Crime after MOPAC blocked a £50 million deal with the Metropolitan Police. The company seeks a court order awarding the contract, while MOPAC maintains the Met breached procurement rules on value for money.…
jewishjournal.comworld7 days ago
London police investigate slurs directed at Jewish Pride participants
Police opened an inquiry after videos showed individuals shouting antisemitic and anti-Zionist remarks at attendees carrying rainbow flags with the Star of David during the 2026 Pride in London parade.
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winnipegfreepress.comworld8 days ago
London Black Cab Driver Passes Knowledge Exam on 41st Attempt
Anshu Moorjani completed the 161-year-old test in May 2026 after five years of study. Robotaxi firms Wayve and Waymo plan to begin operations in the city later this year.
news.sky.comworld10 days ago
Man Jailed for Life Over 2024 Murder of Teenager at London Park
Aderahman Boumzough received a life sentence with a minimum term of 35 years and 169 days after being convicted of murdering 15-year-old Rene Graham and attempting to kill another man. The shooting took place during a family festival in west London.
news.sky.comsports11 days ago
Wimbledon Courts Stay Green During London Heat Wave
Wimbledon courts remained green this week while other London lawns browned under record June heat. Grounds staff used drought-tolerant grass and daily moisture monitoring to maintain playing conditions.
londonist.comworld12 days ago
London Theatre to Be Renamed After Playwright Tom Stoppard
The Duke of York's Theatre in London's West End will be renamed the Tom Stoppard Theatre. The change follows the playwright's death in November 2025.
japantimes.co.jpworld12 days ago
Traditional Japanese Mechanical Dolls Demonstrated at Japan House London
Karakuri ningyo were showcased at an event on Friday. Craftsman Tamaya Shobei IX performed two types and explained their Edo Period origins.
jns.orgworld15 days ago
London Police Identify 4,000 Potential Child Sexual Exploitation Cases for Review
A Metropolitan Police review has flagged more than 4,000 previously closed child sexual exploitation files dating back to 2010 for possible reopening. The cases have been referred to the National Crime Agency for assessment.
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artnews.comworld17 days ago
Modigliani Nude Portrait Sells for $63.9 Million at London Auction
A painting by Amedeo Modigliani from a private collection fetched $63.9 million at Sotheby's in London. The sale formed part of a two-day auction that brought in $392.6 million overall.
New York Postworld18 days ago
Painting of London model sells for $39 million at London auction
A 1995-1996 portrait by Lucian Freud of a nude model sold for $39 million at Sotheby's London. The model, who posed while working as a nightclub cashier, said she was pleased with the result.
rte.iefinance18 days ago
London climate event cancelled amid heat warning
Organisers cancelled a Wednesday event on extreme heat after the Met Office issued a red weather warning for Greater London. The gathering was part of Climate Action Week and scheduled at the Shaw Library at the London School of Economics.
newyorker.comworld21 days ago
London Jury Acquits Mother and Daughter of Incitement Charge
A London jury acquitted a mother and daughter of an incitement charge after viewing video of them chanting at a protest. The panel reached its verdict in 28 minutes.
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mumbrella.com.aubusiness24 days ago
Qantas to Launch 22-Hour Non-Stop Sydney to London Flight in 2027
Australian airline Qantas announced a direct route from Sydney to London that will begin in October 2027. The flight is expected to last up to 22 hours and will cost about 20 percent more than routes with layovers.
morningstaronline.co.ukworld24 days ago
London Marathon to Run Over Two Days Starting in 2027
The event will expand to two days and increase total entries to 100,000 runners. Organizers cited capacity limits on the current single-day format.
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Fox Newssports26 days ago
French Tennis Player Uses Profanity in Post-Match Interview
Corentin Moutet used repeated profanity during a post-match interview after winning at the HSBC Championships in London. The ATP has been contacted for comment on possible disciplinary action.
theconversation.compolitics26 days ago
Michaela Community School Head Says Middle-Class Families Avoid School Despite High GCSE Results
Katharine Birbalsingh said middle-class parents do not send children to Michaela Community School even though more than 40 per cent of pupils achieved five or more grade 9s at GCSE last year. The non-selective state school in Brent enforces strict discipline and is oversubscribed…
BBC Newspolitics26 days agoUpdated
Man Charged With Arson at London Memorial Wall Honoring Iranian Protesters and October 7 Victims
A dual British-Iranian national has been charged with arson after a fire damaged a memorial cabinet at a site in Golders Green. The wall commemorates protesters killed in Iran and victims of the 2023 Nova festival attack. Police are investigating possible links to other arsons ta…
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Substrate placeholder — needs reviewtechnology28 days ago
London Mayor Launches £7 Million Campaign to Counter Online Disinformation
Sir Sadiq Khan announced a £7 million campaign to promote London and address social media posts portraying the city as dangerous. The effort, set to launch in September, targets audiences in Europe, the United States, and Asia.
manilatimes.netfinance31 days agoUpdated
Apollo Art Auctions Sets June Jewellery Sale of Ancient Pieces
The London auction house will offer rare jewellery, beads and gemstones from Egypt, Rome, Greece and other civilisations on 20 June 2026. The sale is expected to realise between £500,000 and £1 million.
news.sky.comworld32 days ago
Metropolitan Police urges tech firms to disable stolen phones
The Metropolitan Police called on technology companies to render stolen phones unusable and asked the home secretary for new legislation requiring firms to publish theft data. Officials said the measures would reduce the resale value of stolen devices and lower theft incentives.
Varietyworld33 days ago
Hamlet Hail to the Thief Opens at Barbican Theatre on 31 October 2026
The production, which sold out at the Royal Shakespeare Company and Aviva Studios last year, runs through January 23, 2027. Thom Yorke reworks Radiohead’s 2003 album for the stage.
bbc.co.ukworld34 days ago
Fifth Man Charged With Assisting Offender After Golders Green Jewish Ambulance Arson
Subhan Ahmed, 18, of Walthamstow faces charges over arrangements to scrap a car after four Jewish charity ambulances were torched in March. Four others were previously charged in the case.
rollingstone.comworld35 days ago
Songwriter found stabbed to death in London at age 35
A Grammy-winning songwriter was discovered with stab wounds in the garden of a London property and pronounced dead at the scene. Police arrested three people in connection with the incident.
theverge.comtechnology35 days ago
Uber Adds Interest List for Small Wayve Trial with Safety Drivers in London, Launching Late 2026
Uber has opened an interest list in its app for London riders who want to try Wayve autonomous vehicles when the service launches later in 2026. The initial fleet will operate with safety drivers under current UK rules.
deadline.comworld35 days ago
Singer-songwriter found stabbed to death in east London
A 35-year-old musician was found with stab wounds in Silvertown on 5 June and pronounced dead at the scene. Three people were arrested on suspicion of murder the same day.
theverge.comtechnology35 days ago
Uber Adds Wayve Robotaxis to London App Interest List Ahead of Regulated Launch
Uber customers in the U.K. can now join an interest list to increase their chances of being matched with a Wayve autonomous vehicle. The service is expected to launch in the coming months pending regulatory approval.
bbc.co.ukworld42 days ago
Hundreds of Thousands Celebrate Arsenal Premier League Victory in North London
Metropolitan Police reported six stabbings and 24 arrests after Arsenal’s Premier League title celebrations on Sunday. Most injuries were minor, though one man remains under hospital care.
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The Independentworld45 days ago
Water shortages affect thousands of homes in Kent and parts of London
Record heat and high demand have left thousands of customers without reliable water in Kent and several London postcodes. South East Water and Thames Water reported ongoing repairs and supply measures.
The Guardianworld45 days ago
Three Die After Fall From South London Tower Block
A man, a woman and a child died after falling from a high-rise block of flats in Elephant and Castle on Wednesday morning. Police and ambulance crews responded within minutes but could not revive the three people.
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The Bbcworld45 days ago
Battersea Park Children's Zoo Marks 75 Years Since 1951 Opening
The zoo opened in 1951 as part of Battersea Park's Festival of Britain pleasure gardens. It now focuses on conservation of rare domestic breeds and endangered species on its two-acre site.
The Independentworld46 days ago
Police Evacuate Residents From Homes on Stanstead Road in Catford
Emergency services responded to an incident on Stanstead Road in south London after 11:30 p.m. on Wednesday. Residents within an inner cordon were moved to a nearby center and remained out of their homes for about 11 hours.
BBC Newsworld47 days ago
London Fire Brigade Responds to Golders Green Supermarket Fire
Around 100 firefighters are tackling a blaze at a supermarket below a block of flats in north-west London. London Fire Brigade received 56 calls shortly after 06:45 BST on Wednesday.
BBC Newsworld47 days ago
Fire Breaks Out at Largest Kosher Supermarket in Golders Green
Around 100 firefighters responded to a blaze at a supermarket below a block of flats on Golders Green Road. London Fire Brigade received 56 calls after the fire began shortly after 06:45 BST.
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thehindu.comworld47 days ago
Fire Breaks Out at Kosher Supermarket in North London
London firefighters responded to a blaze at Kosher Kingdom supermarket in Golders Green on May 27, 2026. No injuries were reported and the cause remains under investigation.
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thewalrus.caworld47 days ago
London to Add 200 New School Streets Restricting Vehicle Access
Transport for London will launch 200 additional School Street projects across the capital by 2030. The measures restrict vehicle access near schools during drop-off and pick-up times.
bbc.co.ukworld48 days ago
Teenage Boy Killed in London Knife Attack Involving Firearms
A teenage boy died after being attacked with machetes during a fight that also included gunfire in London. The incident occurred in a city where residents are prohibited from carrying self-defense items such as pepper spray.
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bbc.co.ukpolitics48 days ago
Police Appeal for Witnesses After Stabbing on Portobello Road
Metropolitan Police officers responded to a stabbing on Portobello Road after 8:30 p.m. A man in his 20s was taken to hospital. Detectives are seeking witnesses and have made no arrests.
foxnews.comworld50 days ago
London Fire Brigade Sends Eight Engines to Hackney Central Blaze
A fire near Hackney Central Station prompted the London Fire Brigade to dispatch eight engines after more than twenty calls at 6:10 p.m. Crews contained the blaze by 8:42 p.m., but rail services remain disrupted.
thesouthafrican.comtechnology50 days ago
Metropolitan Police Arrest Nine After Stabbing at Clapham Common Gathering
A 17-year-old boy suffered non-life-threatening stab wounds during an unauthorized event on Clapham Common. Metropolitan Police responded on Friday, May 22, made nine arrests, and continue to review evidence.
bbc.co.ukworld50 days ago
Londoners Move Into Vacant Buildings as Rents Rise
More residents are living in empty offices, pubs and police stations under property guardianship arrangements that offer lower costs than standard rentals. The practice has grown as housing expenses in the city have increased.
bbc.co.ukworld51 days ago
Police close Grosvenor Place after cyclist crash at Hyde Park Corner
A serious collision involving a cyclist and a lorry closed Grosvenor Place at Hyde Park Corner on Saturday evening. Police vehicles and several other vehicles remained at the scene hours later.
Substrate placeholder — needs reviewworld51 days ago
Memorial removed, death penalty sought, singer booed in one week
A London memorial was taken down after becoming a target. Prosecutors filed to seek the death penalty in a shooting case. A performer faced loud boos during an international contest.
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bbc.co.ukpolitics52 days ago
British Army Tests Underground NATO Headquarters at London Station
The British Army conducted a military exercise at Charing Cross station that transformed disused tube platforms into a UK-led NATO headquarters. The drill simulated command of large-scale defensive operations in response to an Article 5 scenario.
bbc.co.ukpolitics52 days ago
Former MP reports assault at West Ealing Station
Alexander Stafford said he was punched twice at West Ealing Station around 7:40 p.m. He stated that Transport for London staff did not assist him after the incident.
nypost.comworld54 days ago
Five Men Receive Life Sentences for 2024 South London Stabbing
A court sentenced five men to life in prison for chasing and stabbing a 21-year-old man to death in south London. The judge set minimum terms ranging from 21 to 30 years.
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bbc.co.ukworld54 days ago
London Bus Driver Dies After Assault on Battersea Bridge
A 64-year-old Transport for London bus driver died after being assaulted on Battersea Bridge in south London. Police have launched a murder investigation and charged a 32-year-old man with causing grievous bodily harm.
The Independentfinance54 days ago
London Think Tank Proposes Annual Property Tax to Replace Stamp Duty and Council Tax
A Centre for London report recommends replacing stamp duty and council tax with an annual proportional property tax. The plan aims to encourage downsizing, raise revenue for affordable housing, and reduce costs for renters.
bbc.co.ukworld54 days ago
Fire at London Block of Flats Sends Seven to Hospital
Emergency services responded to a fire in a fifth-floor flat in Maida Vale. Fifteen residents were led to safety and nine people received treatment for burns or smoke inhalation.
The Independentworld54 days ago
Survey: 29 Percent of London Drivers Consider Cycling as Fuel Prices Rise
A poll of 1,000 London adults shows 28 percent of drivers cycling more or planning to switch due to higher petrol and diesel prices. The increase follows restrictions on tanker traffic through the Strait of Hormuz that began on 28 February.
nypost.comworld55 days ago
Uber Eats Driver Stomps on Customer's Popeyes Order in London
A London customer reported that an Uber Eats driver stomped on her Popeyes delivery after she fell asleep waiting for the order. The incident was captured on her doorbell camera and posted online.
bbc.co.ukworld55 days ago
British Police to Submit Evidence on Grenfell Tower Fire to Prosecutors
Metropolitan Police said they will ask prosecutors to consider charging 57 people and 20 organizations over the 2017 Grenfell Tower fire. Evidence files will be submitted by the end of September, with charging decisions expected by June 2027.
bbc.co.ukworld55 days ago
London Mayor Announces £6 Million Fund to Address Tech-Enabled Abuse
The Mayor of London announced a £6 million fund over three years to support victims of technology-enabled violence against women and girls. The pledge was made at a University College London conference on Tuesday.
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bbc.co.ukworld56 days ago
Police Investigate Assault on Jewish Man in Golders Green
A 22-year-old Jewish man visiting London from Israel was assaulted in Golders Green early Monday. The Metropolitan Police is treating the attack as an antisemitic hate crime.
bbc.co.ukworld56 days ago
Israeli Man Assaulted in London Neighborhood Treated as Antisemitic Hate Crime
A 22-year-old Israeli man was beaten by a group of men in Golders Green early Monday. Police arrived within six minutes and are investigating the incident as an antisemitic hate crime.
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order-order.comfinance56 days ago
Metropolitan Police Investigate Assault on Jewish Man in Golders Green
Police are investigating an assault on a Jewish man in his 20s that occurred early Monday morning in the London suburb of Golders Green. The attack is being treated as an antisemitic hate crime, and no arrests have been made.
bbc.co.ukworld56 days ago
London Bus Driver Assaulted on Battersea Bridge, Airlifted to Hospital
A 64-year-old bus driver was seriously assaulted on Battersea Bridge early Monday morning and taken to hospital by air ambulance. Police arrested a 32-year-old man on suspicion of grievous bodily harm.
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thesouthafrican.comworld56 days ago
Chelsea Flower Show Opens with Celebrity Attendees and Garden Displays
The RHS Chelsea Flower Show opened in London featuring garden designs focused on sustainability and wellbeing. Celebrity guests attended press day events at the Royal Hospital Chelsea grounds.