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Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
‘A very proud moment’ as Bexleyheath restaurant wins Best of London curry award
A Bexleyheath restaurant specialising in Indian street food has been named the winner at the 2026 English Curry Awards.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:59:03 +0100
'I lost one of those friends' - Harry Styles pays tribute to Liam Payne
Harry Styles has performed an unreleased song dedicated to Liam Payne during a New York concert, marking two years since his One Direction bandmate's death.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:47:30 +0100
Loud music, vaping and littering on public transport targeted in crackdown
Bus passengers in England could face £100 fines for antisocial behaviour, while train passengers risk penalties of up to £1,000 under Government measures.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:39:58 +0100
Drivers face 12 A2 road closures this week – here's where and when
Drivers face 12 planned A2 closures from October 19 to 22, with National Highways warning of overnight disruption near Cobham, Whitfield and the A256.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:31:41 +0100
Man arrested after Westminster Bridge SHUT 16 HOURS and rescue from Thames
A man has been arrested after an overnight standoff in Westminster Bridge that resulted in him jumping into the River Thames.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:31:04 +0100
M25 drivers warned of overnight closures across London this week
Drivers face 31 planned M25 closures from October 19 to 22, with National Highways warning of overnight disruption to carriageways, slip roads and junctions.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:20:52 +0100
London warned of heavy rain and strong winds as temperatures drop to 13C
London weather forecast: Met Office warns Londoners of heavy rain, strong winds and temperatures down to 13C from Monday, October 19 to Friday, October 23.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 08:56:10 +0100
A13 crash causes long delays and lane closures
A crash on the A13 is causing long delays and blocked lanes.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 08:30:42 +0100
Crash in east London blocks road causing major traffic near station
A crash in east London has blocked a road near a train station.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 08:01:29 +0100
Photos on M25 show 'severe' hour-long traffic queues following crash
A motorway accident has caused major delays for drivers.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 07:53:34 +0100
North Circular Road crash blocks lanes causing major congestion
A crash on North Circular Road is causing major traffic.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 07:32:09 +0100
Pictures from scene show police boat and emergency services swarm Westminster Bridge
Pictures from the scene show emergency services swarming Westminster Bridge as it was closed for hours due to an incident.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 07:34:24 +0100
LIVE on M25 as crashes cause hour-long delays and lane closures
A crash on the M25 at Leatherhead is causing major traffic.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Just Go offers four-week winter sun breaks for the price of three
While the weather may have been milder recently, there’s no getting over the fact that cooler days and nights are coming.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
London to see sunshine today after chilly 9C start – here's when
The Met Office forecasts a cloudy start to Monday in London, with temperatures reaching 14C and the chance of rain falling throughout the afternoon.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The London boroughs with the worst mobile phone signal revealed
Londoners living in several boroughs are experiencing weaker mobile phone signals than other parts of the capital, according to new research published by City Hall.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The London borough with drug offences MORE THAN eight times higher than others
Westminster recorded a drug offence rate more than eight times higher than five other London boroughs, despite recorded drug offences across the capital falling by 10.6% in the 12 months to September 2026.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
One of London's biggest Christmas attractions is back with a new addition
Wundrful World of Christmas returns to London with a festive village, fairground rides, immersive adventures and the chance to meet Santa Claus.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The TfL refund rule every London Underground passenger should know
TfL passengers delayed by 15 minutes or more on the Tube could be entitled to a refund. Here's how to claim and who qualifies.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:34:02 +0100
Street regeneration delivers 82 affordable homes and new community spaces
Stroudley Walk in Bromley-by-Bow has been regenerated with 82 affordable homes, new play areas, green space, a café and artwork honouring suffragettes.

Mon, 19 Oct 2026 09:20:24 +0100
Lib Dem MP calls for a broader approach to national security beyond defence
National security means more than defence, says a Lib Dem MP, arguing for stronger armed forces, safer communities, social housing, aid and home-grown energy.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:00:00 +0100
LISTED: South east London buses facing cuts, extensions & changes in TfL plans
A number of bus routes serving south London could be changed, rerouted or withdrawn under a series of Transport for London (TfL) consultations.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:36:20 +0100
Westminster Bridge closed as police incident causes disruption
Westminster Bridge was closed in both directions on Sunday afternoon due to a police incident.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:30:00 +0100
Man in his 40s taken to hospital in 'serious condition' after crash in Lewisham
Emergency services were called to Loampit Hill shortly after 9am on Sunday (October 18) after a crash involving a vehicle and cyclist.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:15:00 +0100
What if Haringey’s streets were designed for children instead of cars?
Cllr Gio Iozzi explains why Haringey must rethink its streets to make them safer for children, pedestrians and cyclists.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:13:54 +0100
Westminster Bridge closed off amid police incident
Westminster Bridge has been closed in both directions due to an ongoing police incident.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100
From ghost tours to theatre shows – Halloween fun in Covent Garden
Families looking for things to do in London this October half-term can enjoy a range of Halloween activities in Covent Garden.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100
Forget everything you know about bingo – this is something different
Rebel Bingo is returning to London on October 23, 2026, with immersive party nights, music and entertainment at the newly refurbished Plaza Camden.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 17:00:00 +0100
One of Britain's four best pubs is right here in south east London
The Cockpit in Chislehurst has been named among the UK's four best pubs and is now competing for CAMRA's National Pub of the Year 2026 award.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 16:00:00 +0100
Bromley Reform councillor who claimed King is a Muslim faces calls to step down
Bromley Reform councillor Dean Miller faces calls to resign after ITV undercover footage captured racist remarks.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 15:57:05 +0100
I found a stylish London escape with standout Californian food and river views
A sleek, modern pocket of calm in the heart of Canary Wharf, TRIBE London Canary Wharf delivers comfort, style and standout dining for city visitors and locals alike.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 14:29:09 +0100
Ealing Council ordered to pay £18,500 over rats and mice complaint
Ealing Council has been ordered to pay £18,500 over a rodent infestation.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 13:58:58 +0100
Brixton warrants operation leads to closure order and four charged
Four people have been charged following a police operation in Brixton that led to the seizure of drugs, a weapon, and criminal property.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:30:00 +0100
Mysterious beam of light seen shining into night sky over London explained
A blue beam of light shining into the sky over London has led to people taking to social media to share their theories.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 12:00:00 +0100
Carshalton cat saved by emergency blood transfusion from Sutton vet’s hero dog
A Carshalton cat has made a full recovery after receiving an emergency blood transfusion from a dog owned by the vet treating her in Sutton.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 11:33:05 +0100
Two men arrested after 25-year-old stabbed near London Tube station
Two men have been arrested after a stabbing in north-west London.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 11:15:44 +0100
Emergency services rush to stabbing near London Tube station
A man has been taken to hospital after being stabbed in north west London.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 10:45:55 +0100
Serious crash closes Rotherhithe Tunnel in both directions
A crash has forced the closure of the Rotherhithe Tunnel in both directions between Rotherhithe and Limehouse.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 10:35:56 +0100
Brixton Tube station crackdown leads to 15 arrests in two days
Police have made 19 arrests following a series of intelligence-led operations in Brixton, including a targeted crackdown at Brixton Underground Station.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 10:34:45 +0100
Busy Lewisham road CLOSED and buses diverted after 'crash' - Recap
Loampit Hill is shut in both directions after a crash.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:59:29 +0100
Comedian Paul Whitehouse fights back against thief during Islington cashpoint attack
Comedian Paul Whitehouse fought off a would-be thief during a robbery attempt at a cashpoint in London.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 09:46:04 +0100
Overnight crash closes road near retail complex in Croydon
A major road in Croydon has been closed in both directions following a crash overnight.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 08:00:00 +0100
Highgate allotments mark 100 years of growing and community
From digging for victory to donating to local food banks Shepherds Hill Allotments celebrate 100 years with a film, produce show and cookbook

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Londoners can play darts for free every Friday night and win Red Bull tickets
Flight Club has launched a free Friday Night Challenge across its London venues, with players able to win tickets to a Red Bull event in 2027.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Tower of London sets 2026 ticket prices with £1 entry available for some visitors
Tower of London ticket prices for 2026 revealed, including £38 adult admission, £19 children's tickets and £1 entry for eligible visitors.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Croydon comes DEAD LAST in ranking of UK's easiest places to drive
Croydon has been named the most stressful place in the UK to drive, with hundreds of one-way roads and thousands of road incidents helping put the borough bottom of a new ranking.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Neasden Temple's free spectacular fireworks to light up north London - date revealed
The annual Diwali fireworks take place at Neasden Temple on November 8 with the whole community invited to the free display.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The London Underground station with a river flowing above its platforms
Sloane Square Underground station is home to a hidden section of the River Westbourne, which still flows above the District and Circle line platforms.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
This London pub is home to ghosts, a highwayman and a phantom horse
The Spaniards Inn in Hampstead has been named one of the UK's most haunted pubs, with legends of Dick Turpin, a lady in white and other ghostly sightings.

Sun, 18 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0100
The best Halloween events in London for 2026 – from Kew to the Tower of London
Discover the best Halloween events in London, from Kew Gardens and the London Dungeon to Thorpe Park, Warner Bros. Studio Tour and more.

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