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Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:59:45 +0100The Southern trains cancelled by line closures this Sunday
Some Southern trains will be cancelled this Sunday due to engineering work.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:29:28 +0100Four men charged after ambulances set on fire in targeted attack
Four men charged with arson after Hatzola ambulances set alight in Golders Green, north-west London. Suspects due at Old Bailey; £1m damage reported.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 09:05:12 +0100Two men charged after 27-year-old died in south London shooting
Met Police charge two men after fatal Clapham shooting of Kyrone Moodie on New Park Road. Murder, attempted murder and firearm offences alleged.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:46:20 +0100Mum left in coma after running through house fire to rescue daughter
A mum was left in a coma after running through a devastating house fire to rescue her child before the roof collapsed.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:32:21 +0100Central, Piccadilly and Circle lines suspended as strike disruption hits rush hour
London Underground strike causes major disruption during morning rush hour, with severe delays and suspensions on Bakerloo, Central, Circle, and other key Tube lines.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:29:39 +0100Male taken to hospital after stabbing outside South Norwood sixth form
A male has been taken to hospital after a stabbing outside a sixth form in South Norwood.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:16:42 +0100Delays and cancellations hit trains to and from Euston
London Overground services to and from Euston face delays and cancellations due to an operational incident. Disruption expected until 09:30.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 08:07:48 +0100Arrest made after man, 30, found dead in south east London home
An arrest has been made after a 30-year-old man was found dead at a home in Camberwell.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:46:12 +0100LIVE updates as London enters another day of Tube strikes and major disruption
London is entering another day of Tube strikes with huge delays and cancellations expected across the Underground network. Live updates here.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 07:25:41 +0100LIVE updates as high street closed for second day after man stabbed to death
Leyton High Road is closed for the second day after a man was stabbed to death.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100Bring colour and ease with pre-planted hanging baskets from You Garden
Limited on time but want your outdoor space to be brimming with beautiful hanging baskets?
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Bromley bin collection dates to change over May bank holidays - full list
Bromley residents are being reminded that household bin collection dates will temporarily change during May due to two upcoming bank holidays.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100New French-American restaurant set to open with luxury twists on classic food
Avi, a new French-American restaurant, is opening in Belgravia this May, offering luxury twists on classic comfort food.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100London buses strike today — all we know so far about routes and impact
London commuters face major disruption as bus and Tube strikes overlap, causing delays, cancellations and crowded services across the capital.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +010027 incredible events you can only see in London this weekend
Discover what’s on in London this weekend, from the London Marathon to live music, theatre, festivals and exhibitions.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Developer must stop plan to build 2,200 homes on precious Bromley green belt'
Hayes residents turned out for a second demonstration against proposals to build thousands of homes on green belt land.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Care home boss dons chef's whites for company-wide cook-off
Michelle Macadangdang, managing director from Magnolia Court care home operator Barchester’s South East Division will be donning chef's whites for a company-wide cook-off.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Rugby club is offering up space for start ups, fitness businesses or creatives
Flexible commercial units are available to rent in Acton, offering space for startups, fitness businesses and creative industries.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100The five best takeaways near Bromley - according to Google reviews
Bromley is home to a huge range of takeaways and casual eateries, serving everything from traditional curries to authentic Italian pizza.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100The 'energetic' London bar loved by a Bridgerton star called ‘greatest’ on earth
Bridgerton star Regé-Jean Page has revealed his favourite London restaurants, including Cafe Kick.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +01007 of London’s lesser-known canal walks that feel miles from the city
Discover seven lesser-known canal walks in London, from Limehouse Cut to the Slough Arm, offering quieter routes and scenic views.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Weather this London Marathon weekend with sun and changing temperatures forecast
London is set for a warm and sunny weekend with temperatures reaching up to 20°C and dry conditions across the capital.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Croydon Council moves to buy estate at centre of long-standing housing concerns
A council has made a compulsory purchase order for an estate at the centre of long-standing housing concerns.
Fri, 24 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100FREE music festival returns to man-made south east London town with no trains
A free, family-friendly music festival is set to return to one of south east London’s most distinctive and fast-changing neighbourhoods this summer.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 20:08:52 +0100Man charged after axe stabbing in park
A man has been charged after a stabbing with an axe in Acton Park.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 19:14:54 +0100Search for suspect after ‘man raped at knifepoint in Hyde Park’
Police are continuing to investigate reports of a man being raped as knifepoint at Speaker’s Corner in Hyde Park.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:43:54 +0100Murder investigation after man with 'significant injuries' dies in south east London
A murder investigation has launched after a man with “significant injuries” died in Winterslow Road, Camberwell.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 18:41:01 +0100RECAP after major emergency service presence seen on busy high street
A significant emergency service presence has been noted near Norwood Junction station this evening.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:10:53 +0100Person dies after being hit by train - blocking lines to Euston
A person has died after being hit by a train, with services to Euston affected.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100The four Bexleyheath venues rated ‘five stars’ for food hygiene this month
Four Bexleyheath venues have been awarded the highest possible five‑star food hygiene ratings following inspections carried out last month.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100A cult bagel café has landed in London with a new brunch spot
Brad & Dills has opened its first London bagel café near Hampstead, offering all-day brunch, BAD coffee and fresh bagels.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 17:00:00 +0100'We're fining riders for bad parking - but pavement cycling is hard to stop'
As it extends its presence in Haringey, Lime admits it is finding it hard to crackdown on pavement cycling.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:31:14 +0100London Euston lines blocked as emergency services respond to incident
Major disruption to Avanti West Coast and London Northwestern trains between Milton Keynes and Watford Junction. London Euston routes cancelled or delayed. Check before travel.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:34:15 +0100Train lines to Euston shut after major ‘emergency incident’ - recap
Emergency services were called to a casualty on the track. Read our blog archive.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:14:26 +0100London among areas on alert after man deliberately infected others with HIV
Adam Hall, 43, from Tyne and Wear, jailed for deliberately infecting men with HIV. Public health warning issued across North East, Yorkshire, Manchester and London.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 16:00:00 +0100'I've named new Hampstead cafe after my salt of the earth Aussie grandma'
Chef turned entrepreneur Jeffrey Young co-owns Gracie's in England's Lane Belsize Park and is opening a second cafe in Hampstead High Street.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:59:18 +0100Severe delays hit most Tube lines as strike disruption hits evening rush hour
London Underground faces severe delays and part suspensions during rush hour due to strike action. Check latest Tube travel updates before your journey.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:46:47 +0100Woman in her 70s fighting for her life after van and pedestrian crash
A woman has been taken to hospital with critical injuries following a crash involving a van and a pedestrian.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:45:23 +0100Two charged after disrupting London Marathon with red paint stunt
Two charged with public nuisance after red powder paint disruption at 2024 London Marathon. Suspects to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court in May.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 15:11:51 +0100All lines blocked on South Western Railway route as Waterloo services hit
South Western Railway trains between Ascot and Ash Vale delayed or cancelled due to obstruction at Frimley. Disruption on London Waterloo–Aldershot line expected until 5pm.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:48:20 +0100Man jailed after stealing £30,000 watch from 73-year-old near Hyde Park
Zakaria Senouci jailed for robbing 73-year-old Sunil Chopra of a £30,000 Patek Philippe near Hyde Park. Southwark Crown Court imposes 3 years 9 months.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:44:00 +0100Six south London gardens normally closed to the public will open for one weekend
Six south London gardens normally closed to the public will open their gates for one weekend in June.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 14:20:38 +0100Huge new padel tennis courts set to open in north west London hotspot
Powerleague opens new padel tennis courts in Mill Hill, North West London, following a £600k upgrade and £22.5m Barclays investment. Free taster sessions.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:44:53 +0100Man dies after stabbing on busy road outside shops
A man has died after a stabbing on Leyton High Road.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:41:22 +0100Four men arrested on suspicion of murder after fatal early morning stabbing
Four men remain in police custody after being arrested on suspicion of murder following a fatal stabbing.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:26:18 +0100Woman has chain ripped from her neck in theft at Underground station
A woman had her chain ripped off her neck in a theft at an Underground station.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:15:38 +0100Bromley councillor dismissed as magistrate for publicly criticising judge
Tory councillor Simon Fawthrop dismissed as magistrate after criticising judge over ULEZ protest verdict and Sadiq Khan harassment case, says JCIO.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 13:02:34 +0100London-bound line blocked as signalling fault hits train services
Greater Anglia and Stansted Express train services face delays and cancellations due to a signalling fault between Broxbourne and Cheshunt. Disruption until 2pm.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:15:17 +0100Tory councillor dismissed as magistrate for publicly criticising judge
Tory councillor Simon Fawthrop dismissed as magistrate after criticising judge over ULEZ protest verdict and Sadiq Khan harassment case, says JCIO.
Thu, 23 Apr 2026 12:00:00 +0100All the best recent food hygiene ratings for Waltham Forest
From takeaways to cafés, the latest food hygiene ratings have been published covering the past two weeks across Waltham Forest.