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Thu, 18 Jun 2026 09:42:15 +0100Romeo Beckham caught by police using phone in Porsche at red light
Romeo Beckham has been fined after police caught him using his phone behind the wheel of a Porsche in central London.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 08:42:55 +0100Woman rushed to hospital after incident near major high street
A woman was rushed to a major trauma centre after an incident in Horton Street, Kensington.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 07:39:44 +0100LIVE as delays hit North Circular after crash shuts busy slip road
A crash investigation has closed an entry slip road onto the A406 North Circular this morning.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:21:00 +0100'Remarkable' five-bed flat with direct access to Regent’s Park in St John's Wood
A remarkable five-bedroom apartment with direct access to Regent’s Park via manicured communal gardens in sought after Abbey Lodge, St John's Wood, NW8
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 06:00:00 +0100Save £600pp on Wonders of the Nile cruise with Riviera Travel
Riviera Travel’s Deal of the Week: Egypt is entombed with magic and mystery. And there’s no better way to experience its ancient wonders than cruising along the mystical River Nile.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Northern Line crowned as London's 'most literary' Tube
The Northern line has been named London's most literary Tube line thanks to its links to famous writers and blue plaques.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100London place names everyone gets wrong – and how to actually say them
From Marylebone to Southwark, London is packed with place names that leave visitors – and sometimes even locals – struggling with pronunciation.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100See inside Bromley shopping centre's newest restaurant with 'flavours of your dreams'
Smoky Boys restaurant has opened at The Glades in Bromley.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Easy London Underground fancy dress ideas where you can literally dress as the Tube
From Angel to Elephant & Castle, London's Tube map is packed with surprisingly creative fancy dress ideas.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100The tourist-hotspot London borough with hidden parks, wildlife reserves and more
From hidden parks to wildlife reserves, Greenwich has plenty of lesser-known attractions away from the crowds.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hygiene horror at West End restaurant after inspection with 'serious issues'
A restaurant on Neal Street in London's West End has been handed a zero-star food hygiene rating.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100The 'incredible' viral sandwich spot in Borough Market that 'lives up to the hype'
The Black Pig in Borough Market is a viral sandwich spot that's been described as "incredible" and living "up to the hype".
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Popular south east London restaurant and bar up for sale for £120k
Soul Street Restaurant and Bar in Sidcup has been put up for sale with a £120,000 asking price.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Hampstead teacher named unsung hero of the year - 'I'm just doing my job really'
A Hampstead teacher known to pupils as 'Mr G' says his hard work organising the choir, art week and wellbeing services is "just doing my job".
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100Floating 50 metre pool to open in Canary Wharf this week
Sea Lanes Canary Wharf is opening this week, bringing a floating 50-metre open water swimming pool to London.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 00:01:00 +0100Thameslink trains are set to get cleaner and brighter in new refurbishment
Thameslink has launched a £3.6 million refurbishment programme covering its entire fleet of 115 trains.
Thu, 18 Jun 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Childhood should not be dictated by algorithms designed to keep kids scrolling'
Natasha Irons, Labour MP for Croydon East, gives her opinion on the new under-16 social media ban in her latest column.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:43:37 +0100Man guilty of murder after fatal stabbing outside shisha lounge
A Cricklewood man has been found guilty of murder following a fatal stabbing in Bushey.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 19:41:17 +0100Body discovered in south east London woods during search for missing person
The body of a man has been found in south east London woodland during the search for a missing person.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:03:00 +0100Historic north London pub reopens after £150k refurb in time for England game
Grade II-listed The Queens pub in Crouch End has reopened today, Wednesday, June 17, ahead of England's World Cup opener following a restoration project.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 17:00:00 +0100How to claim a free Greggs coffee the morning after 9pm England games
England and Scotland fans can claim a free Greggs hot drink after late-night World Cup matches through O2 Priority.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:57:00 +0100Leisure centre scraps 'massive' car park plans AGAIN - days before decision expected
David Lloyd in Beckenham has withdrawn its plans for a "massive car park" just days before they were set to be refused.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:45:00 +0100Parents in 'overwhelming pain' after missed chances to save baby at Queen's Hospital
Barking, Havering and Redbridge University Hospitals NHS Trust (BHRUT) has admitted failures at Queen's Hospital which contributed to the death of baby Zachariah Orefuwa Millin aged just six days.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:40:06 +0100London services face MAJOR disruption after person hit by train
Trains are facing major disruption in London following a person being hit by a train elsewhere on the line.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:32:05 +0100London bakery and chefs named best in the world at major global awards
Several London pastry chefs, bakeries and restaurants have been recognised at the LA LISTE Pastry Special Awards 2026.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:30:00 +0100England fans urged to check last Tube times after tonight’s match
England fans watching tonight's World Cup match against Croatia are being urged to check last Tube times.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:19:40 +0100Fatal rail incident triggers major disruption for Euston passengers
Major rail disruption between Birmingham and Wolverhampton after a fatal incident at Smethwick station. Delays, cancellations and diversions affect West Midlands trains.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:06:42 +0100Rush-hour travel misery as Overground suspended and Tube delays mount
Tube, Overground and DLR delays hit London commuters during Wednesday rush hour. District, Victoria and Mildmay lines affected; check travel updates.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:10:15 +0100Road closed and buses diverted by 'emergency service' incident
A road in Hounslow has been closed in following reports of an emergency services incident.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 16:01:35 +0100Coroner reveals cause of death of convicted paedophile TV actor in prison
The cause of death of a disgraced television actor who died months after being jailed for sexually assaulting two teenage girls has been revealed.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:57:11 +0100Estate agent hit with £8,000 bill for managing unlicensed HMO
Riverstone-Abbey Estate Agents fined £8,173 at Croydon Magistrates’ Court for managing an unlicensed HMO in Lambeth, following council prosecution.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:56:08 +0100New £1billion film and TV studio scheme has been given the green light in Camden
A £1 billion film and TV studio scheme has been given the green light.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:40:21 +0100Man landed with nearly £2,000 penalty after blocking highway
Kabirul Hasan Babu, 44, fined £1,860 at Thames Magistrates' Court for highway obstruction and failing to provide driver details in Tower Hamlets, London.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:30:00 +0100West End Live returns – everything you need to know for event this weekend
West End Live returns to Trafalgar Square this weekend with performances from more than 50 musicals.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 15:27:32 +0100Self-driving taxis could be 'huge' opportunity for London transport
British firm Wayve is hoping to launch its fleet of driverless taxis in the capital in the next few months, subject to formal permission from the Department for Transport (DfT), the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (DVSA), and Transport for London...
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:56:00 +0100Woman rushed to hospital after hit-and-run during police chase
A woman has been taken to hospital after a hit-and-run during a police chase near Westfield Stratford.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:53:06 +0100Heatwave could bring delays and cancellations to London rail services this weekend
UK rail passengers warned of possible delays and cancellations as heatwave hits England and Wales, 19–22 June. Check National Rail for travel updates.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:27:12 +0100Woman's death investigation takes unexpected turn as man de-arrested
A 70-year-old woman found dead in Dagenham is believed to have died of natural causes, say Met Police. Man de-arrested as enquiries continue.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:06:08 +0100Man arrested on suspicion of murder after fatal stabbing of Gurbhej Singh
A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a fatal stabbing in Southall.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 14:02:55 +0100South London tattooist prosecuted for third time over licence issues
A Croydon tattooist has been prosecuted for a third time after operating without the required licence.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:55:16 +0100Hunt for man after woman sexually assaulted on crowded Elizabeth Line train
Detectives investigating reports of a sexual assault on an Elizabeth Line train wish to speak to a man they believe may have information.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:52:56 +0100Chessington cricket club says it will ‘bounce back’ after clubhouse destroyed in fire
Chessington Cricket & Sports Club has shared a promising statement after its clubhouse that has been used for "generations" was destroyed in a fire.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:51:00 +0100Top-rated Lewisham pubs with beer gardens ahead of England's World Cup opener
If you are looking for a pub with a beer garden in Lewisham to watch the 2026 World Cup, several venues have been rated highly by customers on TripAdvisor.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:49:12 +0100Former healthcare worker tried to sell Princess Kate's private medical records
A former London Clinic employee has been formally cautioned over the misuse of the Princess of Wales's medical records.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:48:41 +0100CCTV image released after man exposed himself in front of Tube passengers
British Transport Police release CCTV after man exposed himself and masturbated on Piccadilly line train between South Kensington and Acton Town. Witness appeal.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:29:57 +0100Man still fighting for life days after group assault on London’s South Bank
A man remains in a critical condition after he was found seriously injured in London over the weekend.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 13:00:00 +0100London to Brighton bike ride – all you need to know about where, route and times
Thousands of cyclists are expected to take part in the London to Brighton Bike Ride. Here's everything you need to know.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:34:12 +0100Man, 18, taken to hospital after being stabbed near tube station
A young man is in hospital after he was found stabbed in Colindale.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:28:05 +0100Van driver taken to hospital after crash on M25
A van driver has been taken to hospital after a crash on the M25.
Wed, 17 Jun 2026 12:00:00 +0100FREE Toy Story pop-up opens at Westfield ahead of new film release
Toy Story fans can now step inside the world of Woody and Buzz Lightyear at a free immersive experience at Westfield London.