McDonald's in Lewisham, South London, has been allowed to stay open until 1am every day of the week after plans were approved by the council last week

A 12-year-old boy has died after entering the water at Hackney Marshes in east London.

A train derailment is expected to cause major travel disruption for at least another 10 days.

An incident on the M4 has closed two lanes near Heathrow Airport causing heavy traffic.

Virgin Trains has been granted approval to run new international rail services from London to Europe, challenging Eurostar’s decades-long monopoly.

The M25 is partially blocked with queueing traffic for miles.

Travel disruption is affecting routes near Heathrow Airport after a crash in Hounslow this morning.

There has been a crash on the A406. The road is partially blocked with queueing traffic.

London Road has been shut overnight following a crash, which has resulted in at least eight bus routes being diverted.

A boy has drowned in the River Lea near Hackney Marshes.

It may be some time away before you open that first little window on an advent calendar this December, but this is an offer not to be missed!

Taste of Nawab in Muswell Hill is holding a 30th birthday party with a free buffet to loyal customers.

Discover Nunhead Cemetery, one of London's Magnificent Seven cemeteries, featuring Gothic ruins, historic monuments and peaceful woodland walks.

Planning a trip to Borough Market? Here's everything you need to know about opening times, the nearest Tube station and what to see.

London's Cycleway network has reached 450km, making it longer than the entire Tube network following new routes across the capital.

A poll of 1,200 students past and present found alarm clocks or contact books full of handwritten phone numbers aren’t as vital as back in the 90s.

Hayden Panettiere, known for her roles in Heroes, Nashville and the Scream franchise, has died at the age of 36.

South east London has said goodbye to a number of businesses over the last month.

From Deptford to Chislehurst, hungry readers have revealed their favourite spots for a Sunday roast.

The London Borough of Croydon can look completely different depending on where you happen to be standing.

Two Sussex beaches have been ranked among the UK's most dog-friendly to visit this summer.

A 19-year-old man was stabbed on Edgware Road, W8, on Sunday. Police are investigating; no arrests made. Victim’s injuries not life-threatening.

A train operator has issued a do not travel warning after major disruption affecting trains to and from King's Cross.

Gatwick Airport's Wetherspoons, The Red Lion, has been named the UK's best airport branch following thousands of traveller reviews.

Charing Cross and Waterloo East stations will reopen on August 17 after a three-week closure for £20 million of railway upgrades.

There is currently major disruption to trains to and from London King's Cross.

Met Office warns UK could face a sixth heatwave next month after record-breaking temperatures, wildfires and drought. South especially at risk of extreme heat.

Trains are being disrupted through West Wickham after a trespass incident.

Isaac Shozi has been charged with arson after around 10 fires at a park in east London.

A crowdfunder led by Sir Patrick Vernon has raised over £40,000 for late Cambridge professor Jason Arday’s family to cover funeral and memorial costs.

The Furze Wren in Bexleyheath has reopened after a six-figure refurbishment.

Stansted Express trains will run a reduced half-hourly service on 16 August due to engineering works, affecting routes to Stansted Airport and London.

A motorcyclist has been taken to hospital after a crash at Trafalgar Square in central London.

Discover Severndroog Castle, the 240-year-old Gothic folly hidden on Shooters Hill, with panoramic views across London and a fascinating history.

Brent Cross Shopping Centre has revealed a major brand is set to make a comeback at the north London mall.

Discover everything you need to know about the free Woolwich Ferry, including its history, how it works and why it remains part of London's transport network.

The House of Dreams museum by Stephen Wright in London has been described as "beautiful" and "weird".

Aaron Thiara joined EastEnders in 2022 playing Ravi Gulati, and he is reportedly set to leave the BBC soap in the near future

Royal Mail has given advice to customers to keep a few things in mind when writing addresses on letters and parcels by hand

A vital river crossing in south east London is facing a new round of overnight closures this month.

News Shopper readers have spoken up on what they think the former Franco Manca restaurant in Bromley should become.

There are not many times I leave somewhere in Croydon already thinking about when I can come back.

A care home resident has celebrated her 100th birthday surrounded by loved ones and a century of stories.

A shopping park was transformed into an underwater world for a day of ocean-themed fun.

A support group for people living with sight loss is appealing for volunteers to help continue its vital work.

Thirty-seven rising stars from Bromley have been cast in the English Youth Ballet’s upcoming performance of Giselle.

Three fly-tippers have been told to pay more than £2,200 between them for illegally dumping waste.

A popular fast-food restaurant in Enfield has reopened following a redesign.

I’d heard so much about ABBA Voyage before going that I wondered whether it could actually live up to the hype.

Several Southern trains from East Croydon will be cancelled, diverted, or replaced by buses this weekend.