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Wed, 06 May 2026 09:21:44 +0100Met Police deploys 100 extra officers to protect Jewish communities
The Metropolitan Police has announced a community protection team of 100 extra officers to help safeguard the Jewish community.
Wed, 06 May 2026 09:03:59 +0100Euston trains hit by major disruption with 60-minute delays after derailment
Rail disruption after Wolverhampton train derailment affects Avanti West Coast, London Euston, Birmingham, Shrewsbury and Stafford routes. Delays, cancellations, updates.
Wed, 06 May 2026 08:29:51 +0100Huge fire breaks out at maisonettes as thick plumes of smoke billow into sky
A huge fire has ripped through a residential block in Clapton, sparking a major emergency response.
Wed, 06 May 2026 07:53:37 +0100'AVOID' area warning in place after two-hour office fire in Old Street
People are being urged to avoid Old Street following a fire in a commercial building basement.
Wed, 06 May 2026 07:26:36 +0100Person rescued as huge three-hour fire rips through maisonettes
A person was assessed at the scene of a major fire that broke out at a block of maisonettes.
Wed, 06 May 2026 07:10:24 +0100LIVE as major disruption expected all day after derailment on busy London route
Passengers travelling to and from London Euston are facing major disruption after a derailment near Wolverhampton.
Wed, 06 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100Connecting chefs and foodies for a culinary celebration…Chefs for Foodies
From chefs’ tips, serving ideas and easy-to-follow recipes, Chefs for Foodies is helping to celebrate culinary excellence by connecting chefs and foodies with a pantry full of ingredients and even the appliances to make light work in the kitchen.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Practical steps the Government could take to cut fuel and energy costs'
Conservative MP for Orpington Gareth Bacon on rising fuel and energy costs resulting from the Iran conflict and stopping attacks on pigeons.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100UK's first Paw Patrol-themed land opens at Chessington - what families can expect
Chessington World of Adventures has opened the UK’s first PAW Patrol-themed land, featuring rides, play areas, themed rooms, and family experiences.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100This is London's highest rated café and it's a hidden gem serving 'amazing' coffee
Drury 188-189 in Covent Garden is London's highest rated cafe on Tripadvisor, that's a hidden gem with 'amazing' coffee.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Labour has helped families, cut waiting lists and is fixing roads and trains'
Bexleyheath and Crayford MP Daniel Francis on how change is happening in the form of more nursery places, free childcare, free school meals, falling NHS waiting lists and better access to NHS dentists, and investment in railways and fixing potholes.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100'She will be greatly missed' - owner closes 'must visit' garden centre cafe
Jane's Garden Cafe at the Birchen Grove Garden Centre in Kingsbury has closed and the centre is now set to take over running the space in house.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Whitechapel killer who stabbed dad of six to death found dead at prison
Murderer Mehretab Zemicael who was serving a life sentence was found dead at HMP The Mount.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Gordon Ramsay opens 100th restaurant at 22 Bishopsgate
Gordon Ramsay opens his 100th restaurant, Bread Street Kitchen & Bar, at 22 Bishopsgate, London. Enjoy skyline views, all-day dining, cocktails, and afternoon tea.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +01002026 summer hotspot opens flights from London this May
British Airways is launching direct flights from London Heathrow to Tivat, offering easy access to Porto Montenegro this summer.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100This 'absolutely amazing' London farmers market has been named the best in the UK
Queen's Park Farmers' Market has been named the best farmers' market in the UK. Find out why.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Baker who started in north London kitchen opens fifth site in Primrose Hill
Sourdough Sophia started in a Crouch End flat during lockdown and is now opening a fifth bakery in Primrose Hill.
Wed, 06 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100West Wickham Indian ‘over the moon’ after being named among UK’s best
iNaga restaurant in Bromley has been named in a list crowning the top 100 Asian restaurants in the UK.
Wed, 06 May 2026 09:15:00 +0100UK health food company with 10,000s of online followers enters administration
Online health food and drink company, Press London Ltd, has entered administration after more than 13 years in business.
Wed, 06 May 2026 06:30:29 +0100Vodafone to take full control of UK mobile operator in huge £4.3bn deal
Vodafone is to take full control of UK mobile operator after CK Hutchison agrees to sell 49% stake.
Tue, 05 May 2026 18:21:07 +0100Bank holiday weekend turns deadly as violence erupts across London
A series of violent incidents across London has left several people in hospital and one man dead over the bank holiday weekend.
Tue, 05 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100Tutor had sexual relationship with London drug dealer in prison
Prison tutor Kelly Duffey had sexual relationship with serving prisoner Ashley Goodridge.
Tue, 05 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100Pub visited by Hollywood star has just been added to Michelin Guide
Leonardo di Caprio was spotted partying at Marylebone pub The Hart, which has now been added to the Michelin Guide.
Tue, 05 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100Machete gang who stabbed 18-year-old to death lose murder conviction appeals
Jordan Kukabu's killers - including a man from Romford - have had their murder convictions upheld.
Tue, 05 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100Londoners invited to find 100 QR codes in scavenger hunt to win free food
Atis has launched a London-wide scavenger hunt through its new app, offering free food rewards worth £15 to users who find QR codes across the capital.
Tue, 05 May 2026 16:50:58 +0100Image released after man masturbates on board east London train
Detectives have released an image as they investigate reports of a man exposing himself on a District Line train.
Tue, 05 May 2026 16:50:51 +0100Southern trains hit by 30-minute delays and cancellations on Watford route
Southern trains between East Croydon and Watford Junction delayed by signalling fault; cancellations and early terminations expected. Check live updates.
Tue, 05 May 2026 15:54:56 +0100UK pizza restaurant chain confirms it will be closing 16 sites amid restructuring
Franco Manca is a UK pizza restaurant chain that will be closing down 16 sites as part of a company voluntary arrangement (CVA) process
Tue, 05 May 2026 16:28:34 +0100You could get your 'dream' £1.3million home for just £1
A £1.3 million south London home near Brixton is up for grabs for just £1 through a BOTB competition, with a £1m cash alternative also available.
Tue, 05 May 2026 16:11:08 +0100Crash closes main road and diverts buses as one person in hospital
A main road has been closed this afternoon following a crash.
Tue, 05 May 2026 15:45:06 +0100Northern, Elizabeth and Central lines hit by delays ahead of rush hour
London Underground and Tramlink face minor delays on Central, Elizabeth, Hammersmith & City, Northern lines and trams. Passengers urged to check travel updates.
Tue, 05 May 2026 15:24:10 +0100Man charged after ‘woman raped in park’
A woman has allegedly been raped in Byron Park, Wealdstone.
Tue, 05 May 2026 15:28:11 +0100Community 'upset' and 'shocked' after arson attack at former synagogue
Members of the community near to the scene of an alleged antisemitic arson attack have reacted to the incident.
Tue, 05 May 2026 15:16:50 +0100Shop workers prosecuted for selling cigarettes and vapes to under 18s
Two shop workers in Woolwich have been fined after selling cigarettes and vapes to a 15-year-old during test purchases carried out by Greenwich Council.
Tue, 05 May 2026 15:03:59 +0100Police search for man who 'exposed himself to woman' on train to East Croydon
Police are appealing for information after a man exposed himself to a woman on a train from London Bridge.
Tue, 05 May 2026 15:00:00 +0100Hackney school football team qualifies for Pokémon national finals
Budding footballers from Mossbourne Riverside Academy in Hackney have qualified for the Pokémon Primary Schools’ Cup Finals.
Tue, 05 May 2026 15:00:00 +0100What is happening to the North Circular and how long will disruption last?
Drivers on the A406 North Circular are facing delays due to ongoing lane closures in Enfield and overnight works at the Hendon Way junction, with disruption expected to continue.
Tue, 05 May 2026 14:54:26 +0100No direct London trains to Stansted Airport — what you need to know
Engineering works will suspend direct trains between London Liverpool Street and Stansted Airport on 9-10 May. Rail replacement and alternative routes via Cambridge and King's Cross available.
Tue, 05 May 2026 14:33:12 +0100Polanski’s approval rating plunges after response to Golders Green stabbing
Zack Polanski’s approval rating drops after Golders Green attack response, as Green Party faces criticism ahead of London local elections, polls show.
Tue, 05 May 2026 14:25:51 +0100Step mum accused of killing girl, 5, by 'burning her in a hot bath' in Thornton Heath
A step mum accused of killing a five-year-old girl by burning her in a hot bath had wrought a “cycle of violence” against the child and her young brother, a court has heard.
Tue, 05 May 2026 14:11:00 +0100Two injured after crash on residential road
Two people have been injured after a crash on Broadfields Avenue in Edgware.
Tue, 05 May 2026 14:05:56 +0100London Waterloo hit by delays as lines blocked and platforms closed
Delays at London Waterloo: Train services disrupted due to power supply issue between Waterloo and Vauxhall.
Tue, 05 May 2026 13:38:08 +0100Person dies on tracks as King’s Cross trains hit major disruption
A person has died near Scrooby railway line, causing major train delays and cancellations between Doncaster and Newark Northgate. Disruption affected LNER, Hull Trains, Grand Central and Lumo.
Tue, 05 May 2026 12:21:41 +0100Man arrested after 'knife sighting' near busy park
A man has been arrested after police were called to reports of someone carrying a knife near a busy park in Brent.
Tue, 05 May 2026 12:13:13 +0100What to expect from NE-YO and Akon at London’s O2
NE-YO and Akon bring their Nights Like This tour to London’s O2 Arena for four nights this May. Here’s everything you need to know including dates, tickets, and travel.
Tue, 05 May 2026 11:55:45 +0100Residential road shut by police after incident - recap
Broadfields Avenue in Edgware is cordoned off today (May 5). Follow our blog for live updates.
Tue, 05 May 2026 11:43:13 +0100RECAP after London-bound trains to King’s Cross disrupted after ‘emergency’
Emergency services are dealing with an incident between Doncaster and Newark Northgate today (May 5). Follow our blog for live updates.
Tue, 05 May 2026 11:33:36 +0100London King’s Cross trains hit by major disruption as emergency services close lines
Major rail disruption between Doncaster and Newark Northgate affects LNER, Hull Trains, Grand Central and Lumo services to London King’s Cross. Check before travel.
Tue, 05 May 2026 11:29:37 +0100Berrylands station set to close over summer for huge upgrade
Berrylands station will close from May to September 2026 for a £6 million upgrade, with replacement buses in place and passengers advised to use nearby stations.
Tue, 05 May 2026 11:15:09 +0100‘Keep windows closed’ warning as 80-tonne blaze fills area with smoke
Large fire at Harefield recycling centre on Springwell Lane sees 80 tonnes of scrap metal burning. London Fire Brigade urges residents to keep windows shut.