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Wed, 27 May 2026 09:17:04 +0100
Images from the scene show thick black smoke engulfing skyline after major blaze
Major fire on Golders Green Road: 100 firefighters tackle commercial property blaze. London Fire Brigade urges residents to keep windows closed. Road closures in place.

Wed, 27 May 2026 08:57:12 +0100
Huge black smoke plume seen across London as 100 firefighters tackle blaze
Around 100 firefighters are tackling a shop blaze on Golders Green Road, London. Major road closures and smoke warnings in place. London Fire Brigade update.

Wed, 27 May 2026 08:44:04 +0100
Hot weather causes major disruption and cancellations on London Waterloo routes
South Western Railway trains face delays and cancellations due to hot weather. Disruption affects London Waterloo, Winchester, Southampton, Bournemouth routes.

Wed, 27 May 2026 08:10:05 +0100
‘Avoid the area’ warning after huge London shop fire — what we know so far
Major fire on Golders Green Road, Barnet: London Fire Brigade tackles large shop blaze with 15 engines, 100 firefighters. Road closures in place.

Wed, 27 May 2026 08:08:29 +0100
LIVE as 100 firefighters tackle blaze at supermarket on busy road
People have been warned to avoid an area in Golders Green following a fire this morning that is creating a significant amount of smoke.

Wed, 27 May 2026 07:29:45 +0100
LIVE as lane closed and traffic queueing on A406 after warehouse fire
Traffic is queueing on the A406 this morning as a lane remains closed following a warehouse fire overnight.

Wed, 27 May 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Save time and money with High Street TV’s home hack offers
We all love a hack, whether it’s making light work of those mundane household chores, or clever equipment to save time, sometimes the simple things make life just that little bit easier.

Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Dame Maureen Lipman set to return to the West End
Dame Maureen Lipman returns to the West End this summer starring in Allegra, a lively new comedy at the Harold Pinter Theatre.

Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Major £99m makeover of central London Tube station gets green light
A £99m overhaul of the West One building above Bond Street station will modernise offices and retail space by 2029.

Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Full list of every banned item you MUST not bring to Wembley Stadium and bag policy
Heading to Wembley Stadium? Check the full list of all the banned items and the bag policy you must follow.

Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The best Nando's branches in England revealed with top SEVEN in London
Nando’s Waterloo has been named the best in England, with several other London branches also ranking highly in a nationwide study.

Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
These 7 London splash parks are perfect for hot weather
London families can cool off this bank holiday weekend as splash parks and paddling pools reopen across the capital.

Wed, 27 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Aldi reveals when it plans to open new Orpington supermarket
Aldi is expected to open in Orpington this summer if a change to its initial planning application is approved.

Tue, 26 May 2026 17:15:26 +0100
Farringdon station evacuated with passengers told 'to exit immediately'
Farringdon station has been evacuated this afternoon after a fire alarm was activated, with passengers told to exit as soon as possible.

Tue, 26 May 2026 17:03:04 +0100
Violent street clash leaves man stabbed and teenager arrested
Police are appealing for witnesses after a man was stabbed in a late-night fight on Holloway Road, Islington. One arrest made; investigation ongoing.

Tue, 26 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
'I lost everything when my son's e-bike battery went up in flames'
A mum's Bromley home was devastated in 15 minutes in a fire caused by her son's e-bike battery - and she has warned others to "buy from a proper shop".

Tue, 26 May 2026 17:00:00 +0100
‘I would never have signed’ - Army veteran fights eviction over housing row
A Brent caretaker says he is being forced out of his home despite a housing promise, as a dispute with the council continues.

Tue, 26 May 2026 16:25:55 +0100
Euston, Watford and Clapham trains hit by heatwave delays and cancellations
Rail delays between Watford Junction, London Euston and Clapham Junction due to high track temperatures and points failure. Avanti, Southern, Overground affected.

Tue, 26 May 2026 16:09:14 +0100
Two arrested as boy and man left injured after fight at popular Lido
Two people have been arrested after “unacceptable behaviour” which has led to the temporary closure of a lido on Hampstead Heath.

Tue, 26 May 2026 16:08:16 +0100
Extreme heat and faults trigger major disruption across London transport network
London commuters face severe Tube, Overground and tram delays amid 35C heat, with service suspensions on Central, District, Piccadilly and Suffragette lines.

Tue, 26 May 2026 16:03:00 +0100
Two dangerous drivers guilty of killing 'selfless and caring' teen in crash
Haaris Usman died in hospital following a crash in Beckton - two men have been found guilty of causing death by dangerous driving.

Tue, 26 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Historic pub in Bromley to get makeover after plans approved
Greene King pub The Swan & Mitre in Bromley will be treated to a makeover after plans were approved.

Tue, 26 May 2026 16:00:51 +0100
Lido forced to close in heatwave after ‘unacceptable behaviour’ during Bank Holiday
A lido on Hampstead Heath has temporarily closed after what managers described as “unacceptable behaviour” during a fight.

Tue, 26 May 2026 15:38:29 +0100
Resident jumps from window to escape suspected e-bike battery blaze
E-bike battery fire in Clapham flat prompts London Fire Brigade warning on safe charging and buying UK-approved batteries. No injuries reported

Tue, 26 May 2026 15:38:28 +0100
London scorcher hits 35C as record heatwave grips the capital
London has recorded its hottest May day ever, with temperatures hitting 35C during an unprecedented heatwave across the UK.

Tue, 26 May 2026 15:26:49 +0100
Screams heard as people flee after boy stabbed to death at house party
People were seen running and screaming after a teenage boy was stabbed to death following a house party.

Tue, 26 May 2026 15:07:44 +0100
Man in his 60s knocked unconscious at Overground station as CCTV appeal launched
British Transport Police release images after a man in his 60s was assaulted at White Hart Lane Overground station before a match. Witnesses urged to contact BTP.

Tue, 26 May 2026 15:06:02 +0100
All traffic near Dartford Crossing STOPPED due to 'police incident'
All traffic near the Dartford Crossing has stopped due to a 'police incident'.

Tue, 26 May 2026 14:30:15 +0100
Stepmum convicted nearly 50 years after forcing five-year-old into scalding hot bath
Janice Nix, 67, of Clapham, convicted of manslaughter and child cruelty over Andrea Bernard’s 1978 death in south London after decades-long cover-up.

Tue, 26 May 2026 14:11:23 +0100
London placed under amber heat alert — what it means and who is at risk
UKHSA issues amber heat health alert for London, 26–28 May, with risk to elderly and vulnerable. Met Office partnership urges public to follow heat safety advice.

Tue, 26 May 2026 13:21:23 +0100
Man assaulted just HOURS after stabbing on same road during Arsenal celebrations
A man was taken to hospital following an assault, hours after a stabbing during Arsenal celebrations.

Tue, 26 May 2026 13:00:19 +0100
Ambulance statement after teenage boy stabbed to death at house party
The London Ambulance Service has released a statement after a boy was stabbed to death during a house party in Hackney.

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:42:17 +0100
Southern passengers warned to delay travel as disruption hits south coast routes
Major rail disruption hit Southern services between London, Brighton, Eastbourne and Hastings due to incidents including signal failure and trespass.

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:23:30 +0100
Massive blaze damages two homes as firefighters tackle gas cylinder risk
London Fire Brigade tackled a house fire on Playgreen Way, Bellingham, destroying a roof and damaging a neighbouring property. Cause under investigation.

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:02:17 +0100
Teenager stabbed to death during house party
A boy has died after being stabbed during a house party in Hackney.

Tue, 26 May 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Arsenal trophy parade to cause major disruption for Londoners this weekend
Arsenal’s trophy parade will cause major travel disruption in north London, with road closures and busy Tube stations expected.

Tue, 26 May 2026 11:45:37 +0100
Teen killed after reports of violence, machetes and gunshots — what we know so far
Major police and emergency response in Hackney after reports of gunshots on Lee Conservancy Road. Road closed, traffic disruption, investigation ongoing.

Tue, 26 May 2026 11:44:19 +0100
Man rushed to hospital after stabbing on major road during Arsenal celebrations
A man has been rushed to hospital after being stabbed on a major north London road.

Tue, 26 May 2026 11:29:35 +0100
Thameslink and Southeastern trains not stopping at London station after track issue
Deptford station disruption: Platform 2 closure affects Southeastern and Thameslink trains from London Cannon Street to Woolwich and Dartford.

Tue, 26 May 2026 11:17:23 +0100
Selena Gomez spotted filming in Notting Hill with Only Murders co-stars
Selena Gomez has been spotted filming Only Murders in the Building in Notting Hill as the hit series moves production to London.

Tue, 26 May 2026 11:07:20 +0100
King’s Cross disruption after truck hits crossing barriers as police attend scene
Rail disruption between London Kings Cross and Hull after a truck hit level crossing barriers near Brough. Delays, timetable changes and compensation info.

Tue, 26 May 2026 11:00:13 +0100
Drivers face nightly M25 closures across multiple junctions this week
Drivers are being warned of nightly M25 closures this week, with multiple sections affected by roadworks and diversions in place.

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:58:00 +0100
Pictures of HUGE emergency service presence after overnight incident
A large police cordon is in place in Hackney following an overnight emergency services incident near Mabley Green.

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:42:05 +0100
Harlem Globetrotters at O2 tonight - everything you need to know
The Harlem Globetrotters are performing at London’s O2 Arena. Here’s everything you need to know about timings, tickets and the show.

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:42:41 +0100
Severe delays and suspensions hit six London lines during half-term travel
London Tube and tram delays today: Central, Northern, Piccadilly, District, Circle, Hammersmith & City lines and Tramlink affected by cancellations and engineering works.

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:22:00 +0100
Major disruption to King’s Cross services after vehicle hits level crossing barriers
Rail passengers face delays between London King’s Cross and Hull after a vehicle hit level crossing barriers. Hull Trains, Northern and TransPennine Express affected.

Tue, 26 May 2026 10:18:15 +0100
Record-breaking heat followed by cooler days in London forecast this week
London will see a sharp weather shift this week, with temperatures dropping after record-breaking heat and a tropical night.

Tue, 26 May 2026 09:57:18 +0100
London suffers rare 'tropical night' as UK temperature could hit 35C today
London has experienced a rare “tropical night” as temperatures stayed above 20C following record-breaking May heat across the UK.

Tue, 26 May 2026 09:51:15 +0100
Extreme heat disrupts Elizabeth line as trains cancelled and delayed
Elizabeth line delays: Extreme heat causes cancellations and speed restrictions between London Liverpool Street and Stratford. Check live updates before travel.

Tue, 26 May 2026 09:26:57 +0100
Major Waterloo disruption after smoke seen on tracks during rush hour
Train delays between London Waterloo and Vauxhall after smoke reported on track. South Western Railway services disrupted.

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