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Tue, 19 May 2026 09:55:02 +0100
Jewish man in his 20s treated in hospital after suspected antisemitic attack
A Jewish man was attacked in Golders Green, north-west London, in a suspected antisemitic hate crime. Met Police appeal for witnesses as investigations continue.

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:39:55 +0100
HS2 speed reduced from 224mph as ministers overhaul troubled project
HS2 trains to run at 320km/h, slower than planned, with costs now capped below £100bn. Heidi Alexander to confirm new speed, budget and revised timetable in Commons.

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:29:11 +0100
LIVE updates as high road shut by police after incident
High Road is cordoned off by police in Wood Green this morning (May 19). Follow our blog for live updates.

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:10:00 +0100
Teen taken to hospital after stabbing outside Tube station in broad daylight
A teenager has been taken to hospital after a stabbing outside Burnt Oak station.

Tue, 19 May 2026 08:44:39 +0100
Police hunt for teen boy after man left with head injury after ‘assault’ in Dartford
Police are searching for a teenage boy after a man was assaulted on High Street in Dartford.

Tue, 19 May 2026 08:38:17 +0100
Stepmum accused of killing girl, 5, in 'scalding bath' breaks down in court
 A stepmother has been accused of killing a five-year-old girl by burning her in a hot bath in Thornton Heath.

Tue, 19 May 2026 08:20:49 +0100
Central and Northern lines hit by delays during rush hour
Central and Northern Line delays today: Minor disruptions on the London Underground due to a signal failure at Colindale, says TfL. Plan your journey.

Tue, 19 May 2026 08:20:57 +0100
Person taken to hospital after stabbing in high street near parade of shops
A person has been taken to hospital after reports of a stabbing on Clapham High Street.

Tue, 19 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Get set…bake! Half term baking essentials from Lakeland
Half term is almost upon us and what better way to spend some time with your children or grandchildren than making some tasty bakes.

Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Free family events and food to take over Spitalfields this half term
Old Spitalfields Market is hosting a packed programme of half-term events, including tours, food, and free family activities.

Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Meet the restaurant owner who has turned Blackheath eatery into one of UK's best
Panas Gurkha in Blackheath has been named as one of the UK's best Asian restaurants. The News Shopper speaks to its owner Sujan Katuwal about the award and community support.

Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Penge Library set to be relocated to college once lease ends
Penge Library is set to be relocated to Bromley Adult Education College Kentwood Centre once its lease ends.

Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
London landmark sparks debate as tourists share funniest Tate Modern reviews
Read the reviews of the Tate Modern Gallery in London that are too funny not to be missed.

Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
London bus changes over bank holiday with routes suspended and changed
TfL has confirmed Sunday bus services for the bank holiday, with several routes suspended and timetable changes across London.

Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
London knife crime in January 2026 - stark stats and victims remembered
Knife crime in London dropped nearly 10% in January 2026, says Met Police, but domestic abuse-related knife offences rose. Ben Kinsella Trust leads awareness.

Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Tate Britain reveals first ever garden at Chelsea Flower Show
Tate Britain has revealed a new garden concept at Chelsea Flower Show ahead of a major London project.

Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The new Bromley football academy giving young talents real opportunities
Urban Elite Football Academy in Chislehurst, led by Pete Bethell, offers professional coaching and trials for young players, linking talent to top UK clubs.

Tue, 19 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Work underway at shuttered Hampstead restaurant where Bridget Jones was filmed
La Cage Imaginaire was used as a filming location for the fourth Bridget Jones film but closed last November and building work is now underway.

Tue, 19 May 2026 00:01:00 +0100
Fans to spend over £1 billion on Harry Styles Wembley concerts
Harry Styles fans are set to spend over £1 billion during his Wembley residency, highlighting the growing impact of concert tourism in London.

Tue, 19 May 2026 09:19:41 +0100
Channel 4 removes all MAFS UK episodes from streaming after sex assault allegations
Channel 4 has removed all seasons of Married at First Sight UK after "very serious allegations" made against former "contributors" of the show.

Tue, 19 May 2026 07:11:23 +0100
Major UK train operator slashes services on its busiest routes this summer
Avanti West Coast has cut one-in-seven services on its busiest routes after a government request.

Mon, 18 May 2026 22:33:55 +0100
High Street shops cordoned after major police incident
A parade of shops have been cordoned off Clapham High Street after an alleged attack with a weapon.

Mon, 18 May 2026 22:31:00 +0100
Police to raid London barber shops, sweet shops and vape stores in major crackdown
A major crackdown is underway to protect neighbourhoods from organised crime gangs.

Mon, 18 May 2026 18:48:55 +0100
Lorry driver jailed after killing man 'full of life' while on video call on M20
A lorry driver has been jailed for 11 years after killing a motorist while on a video call behind the wheel.

Mon, 18 May 2026 18:30:01 +0100
Search for witnesses after woman 'sexually assaulted' on train from West Croydon
Police are searching for witnesses after a woman was sexually assaulted on a train from West Croydon.

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:42:42 +0100
TfL bus driver seriously injured after assault on one of London's 'busiest' bridges
A 64-year-old Transport for London bus driver is in a critical condition in hospital after being seriously assaulted on Battersea Bridge.

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:30:27 +0100
RECAP after Northern line chaos causes huge queues across London
Severe delays are continuing on the Northern line following earlier faulty trains at Borough station and Oval station.

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Prominent Barclays bank building in north London is up for sale
A Barclays bank building in High Barnet has been listed for £1.6 million, offering a historic commercial property in a key north London location.

Mon, 18 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
MINISO opens brand new and improved bigger store at Brent Cross
MINISO has opened a new and improved store at Brent Cross, offering a larger space filled with pop culture collectibles, toys, and accessories.

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:57:02 +0100
Severe disruption on one of London's busiest tube lines during evening rush hour
Severe delays hit the Northern line during evening rush hour due to faulty trains at Borough and Oval. TfL advises commuters to check journeys and allow extra time.

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:43:05 +0100
RECAP after Thameslink delays continue into rush hour after signal fault
Signal failures near Loughborough Junction are continuing to cause disruption for Thameslink passengers heading into the evening rush hour.

Mon, 18 May 2026 16:30:00 +0100
WATCH as man filmed attacking self-driving Waymo car in London
A man has been filmed attacking a self-driving Waymo car in Battersea, smashing windows as police investigate the incident.

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:52:25 +0100
Person dies on tracks as King’s Cross trains face delays and cancellations
Rail passengers face major disruption after a person died at Northallerton station. LNER, Grand Central and Lumo services between London and the North affected.

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:38:54 +0100
RMT and London Underground statements in full as Tube strikes called off
London Underground Tube strikes called off after RMT union and TfL agree to further talks on four-day working week dispute. Services to run as normal.

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:23:35 +0100
Kings Cross trains disrupted as emergency incident shuts all lines
Major train disruption between London, York, Darlington, Sunderland and Edinburgh causes delays and cancellations. LNER, Grand Central and Lumo services affected.

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:10:43 +0100
Tube strikes called off — everything you need to know about what happens next
Planned Tube strikes suspended as RMT and London Underground continue talks over four-day week, shift safety and new roster disputes. Further action possible.

Mon, 18 May 2026 15:04:40 +0100
Over 700 cannabis plants found growing inside former pub
Over 700 cannabis plants were found in a factory inside a former pub on High Street in Acton.

Mon, 18 May 2026 14:42:03 +0100
Tube drivers threaten more disruption as fresh strike dates announced
London Underground drivers have called off two planned 24-hour strikes after last-minute talks, although the union says further walkouts could still take place if the dispute is not resolved.

Mon, 18 May 2026 14:33:39 +0100
Bus driver fighting for life in hospital after assault near bridge
A bus driver is fighting for his life after an assault near a bridge in south London.

Mon, 18 May 2026 14:17:14 +0100
Tube strikes set for this week called off
Tube strikes affecting this week have been called off,the RMT union has announced.

Mon, 18 May 2026 14:09:33 +0100
Two accused of burglary at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium during Beyoncé concert
Two men have been charged over an alleged burglary at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium during one of Beyoncé’s sold-out concerts last summer.

Mon, 18 May 2026 14:00:00 +0100
TfL bus controllers set to strike this week - routes affected
London’s transport network still faces disruption this week as bus controllers prepare to walk out on Thursday and Friday.

Mon, 18 May 2026 13:38:00 +0100
Delays 'likely' as major road in Bromley hit with roadworks
Drivers have been warned that delays are "likely" as works start on Bromley High Street.

Mon, 18 May 2026 13:38:52 +0100
Man, 32, arrested after bus driver 'seriously assaulted' on south London bridge
A 32-year-old man has been arrested after a bus driver was seriously assaulted on Battersea Bridge.

Mon, 18 May 2026 13:06:52 +0100
Two charged after 43 arrested during London protests
Two people have been charged following 43 arrests made during rival protests in central London at the weekend.

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:53:36 +0100
Strike warning as rail services face major disruption and early shutdowns
Rail strike to disrupt London Northwestern and West Midlands services on 22–23 May. Reduced timetable, limited routes, early finish. Check journey before travel.

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:44:10 +0100
RECAP after crash blocks MAJOR south east London road
Old Kent Road is blocked out of town in Bermondsey following a crash, with queues building in the area.

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:19:21 +0100
Tube strikes this week — which lines are affected and which will still run
London Tube strikes to disrupt travel on May 19–22 and June 16–19, with major line closures and reduced services. Check updates for affected Underground routes.

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:07:09 +0100
Trader scams thousands out of people for works that never happened
A trader from Bromley who took more than £10,000 from customers for fencing, gardening and home improvement work that was never carried out has been jailed.

Mon, 18 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Young speakers impress judges at Newham Speak Out Challenge final
A student has been crowned regional champion at a major youth public speaking competition.

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