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Fri, 25 Apr 2025 07:00:00 +0100
Full list of all the celebrities running the 2025 London Marathon
From Chris Evans to Kelly Brook, see which celebrities are running the 2025 London Marathon this Sunday.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Plan to demolish 13-storey Croydon tower to be completed by autumn
Plan to demolish 13-storey Croydon tower to be completed by autumn

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
The number of overcrowded secondary schools in Croydon revealed
A total of four secondary schools are overcrowded in Croydon.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Dinosaurs return to London as Jurassic World experience set to open in Battersea
Jurassic World: The Experience is set to open at Battersea Power Station in May 2025. Walk with dinosaurs and explore the immersive world of Jurassic Park.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Sutton stalker 'called woman non-stop' and kept turning up at her home and work
Convicted stalker Darren Holliday was sentenced to eight months in prison.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
The highest-rated pub in London with the 'best' roast dinners and fish and chips
The New Inn is London's highest-rated pub on Tripadvisor, praised for its roast dinners and fish and chips.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Huge disruption to South Western trains to Waterloo this weekend
South Western train services to and from London Waterloo will be cancelled, diverted, or replaced by buses for this weekend due to maintenance work.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 07:30:48 +0100
UK set for 'mini heatwave' as BBC forecasters predict temperatures of 27 degrees
The UK is set for a 'mini heatwave' with BBC forecasters predicting temperatures of 27 degrees - see when it arrives and how long it will last.

Fri, 25 Apr 2025 06:44:13 +0100
Government reveals VE Day plans including Red Arrows flypast and procession
The Government has revealed plans to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day in May, including a Red Arrows flypast and a procession.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0100
Universal Orlando Resort set to light up Battersea Power Station in mega show
Battersea Power Station is set to be transformed by a stunning projection show.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Crystal Palace fans frustrated as stadium rebuild faces delays and higher costs
Crystal Palace supporters are beginning to doubt whether the long-promised Selhurst Park redevelopment will ever happen, as the project faces fresh delays and a ballooning price tag now expected to top £200 million.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100
Sutton man, 40, who sent sexual messages to child avoids prison
Sutton man Steven Accini sent sexual messages to a child.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 16:45:00 +0100
London landmarks lit up with biscuit-themed light projections
London landmarks lit up to celebrate 100 years of McVitie’s Chocolate Digestives, with a concept store opening in Piccadilly Circus this May.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 15:30:00 +0100
Sushi chain to open new branch in Brixton with free food for 100 customers
YouMeSushi opens in Brixton on April 25 with free Chicken Katsu Bowls for the first 100 customers.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:56:13 +0100
100-strong south west London raid clears shops and homes of illegal food and booze
A series of Met Police raids across South London uncovered a black market in stolen food and alcohol, with multiple shops accused of reselling goods taken from major retailers.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:39:42 +0100
Croydon mayor accused of ‘hiding in shadows’ over controversial manor house lease
Croydon Mayor Jason Perry has insisted the controversial leasing of a much-loved local manor house will not see the grounds shut to the public, as critics accuse the council of effectively signing it over to a private owner.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 14:29:49 +0100
Housing development sites near Crystal Palace Park sold for regeneration funding
Nearly £22 million in funding has been secured for the regeneration of Crystal Palace Park after land was sold to build affordable housing.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 13:31:40 +0100
Criminal linked to London on the run after selling kilos of cocaine outside school
A major drug gang member on the run after supplying £800,000 of cocaine, some of it outside a primary school, has links to London.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 13:15:54 +0100
Investigation launched after Croydon police chase crash kills driver and injures six
An investigation has been launched after a man was killed and others seriously injured by a police chase that ended with a crash in Croydon.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:53:43 +0100
Man has unknown substance thrown at him in Blackwall
A man has been allegedly assaulted and had an unknown substance thrown at him in Canary Wharf during the early hours of this morning.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 10:00:00 +0100
Wandsworth Bridge Road to be closed for community spring fayre
Wandsworth Bridge Road will close for the Spring Fayre on May 11. Expect music, food, kids’ activities, 150+ stalls and a vibrant street vibe.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 08:12:36 +0100
BBC faces Ofcom complaint over Panorama episode on Chris Kaba shooting in Streatham
A police watchdog has complained to Ofcom over an episode of Panorama about the shooting of Chris Kaba.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Line up revealed for returning Richmond Arts and Ideas Festival
The Richmond Arts and Ideas Festival returns with 50+ events under the theme of Cultural Reforesting.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
New campaign set to tackle abuse and violence at Croydon NHS sites
Croydon NHS launches “Kindness Matters” to reduce violence and abuse against staff. Over 30 per cent report harassment, with 10+ security incidents a day.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Rare artworks go on show at Turner's House in Twickenham
Celebrate Turner’s 250th with a rare exhibition of bird and animal studies at Turner’s House in Twickenham.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Meet the south west London runners taking on the London Marathon 2025
This Sunday, thousands of runners will flood the streets of London for one of the biggest events in the city’s calendar—the London Marathon.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Find out how you can track friends and family running the London Marathon
Find out how to track your friends and family running in the 2025 London Marathon.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Full list of all the London Underground stations and line closures this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground and Elizabeth Line services for the upcoming weekend and don't be caught out by any changes from April 25 to 27.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 12:42:24 +0100
WhatsApp users 'refuse' to use app after new Meta AI tool can't be removed
Reddit users have hit back at WhatsApp’s optional Meta AI tool that can’t be removed from the app.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:50:09 +0100
Freddie Flintoff says 'I wish I’d died' during recovery from Top Gear crash
Andrew 'Freddie' Flintoff has shared that 'a part of him wished he had died' after his crash while filming Top Gear.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:49:21 +0100
The £1 'time-saving' item experts say will make cleaning your home 'a breeze'
A home interior expert has shared a £1 item that can help you declutter and spring clean your home with ease.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:47:51 +0100
Martin Lewis shares free railcard trick, that can save travellers hundreds
Free railcards are among the bonuses available for customers in this clever trick, shared by Money Saving Expert Martin Lewis

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:46:22 +0100
I tested Aldi's sensational spring and summer wine collection and so should you
Need a drink for spring or summer? Head to your local Aldi (NOW!) and grab one of these beauties.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:09:00 +0100
EastEnders star welcomes first baby and shares name and adorable picture
An EastEnders star has welcomed their first baby and shared their name and picture with fans of the BBC show.

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 11:12:10 +0100
BBC reveals Saturday schedule change to show Pope Francis funeral
The funeral of Pope Francis will take place on Saturday, April 26 and the BBC will be changing their Saturday morning TV schedule to show it

Thu, 24 Apr 2025 00:01:00 +0100
Royal Mail to release stamps and use postmark to celebrate 80th VE Day
Royal Mail will release stamps and use a special postmark to celebrate the 80th anniversary of VE Day in May.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 17:18:28 +0100
Police seal off road near West London park after 'incident'
A road by a park in West London has been closed off by the police after an "incident" - live updates here.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 08:43:02 +0100
Busy London station closed causing SEVERE delays on Victoria line
Walthamstow Central has closed due to an electrical fault which is causing severe delays on the Victoria line.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 20:00:00 +0100
Woman dead and three stabbed in HORROR Easter weekend across London
A horror Easter weekend across London has seen a shocking four people stabbed with one of the victims, a 45-year-old woman, left dead. 

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 18:09:38 +0100
Two in hospital with face and body injuries after attack in west London park
Two people are in hospital with face and body injuries after an attack in a park in west London.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 17:00:00 +0100
All the freebies London Marathon runners can claim - from pints to steak
Running in the London Marathon? Find out where you can get food and drinks for free, including pints and steak.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 14:02:41 +0100
South Croydon shop ordered to pay more than £4,000 after selling vape to child
A South Croydon shop has been fined over £4,000 after selling a vape to a child during a trading standards test. The owner pleaded guilty in court.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 13:03:19 +0100
Man with buggy punches passenger in face on Underground train to central London
A man with a buggy punched another passenger in the face on a Piccadilly train towards central London.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 12:03:05 +0100
Sussex museum's star attraction is heading to London
The world’s oldest lawnmower, on display in Sussex, is now heading to the British Library for its summer exhibition on gardening history.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 11:16:25 +0100
Met Office forecasts mix of rain and sun for London this weekend
London’s weekend weather brings light rain and cloud on Saturday, followed by a brighter, warmer Sunday with highs of 20°C and sunny spells.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 11:00:00 +0100
Find out the start times and waves for the London Marathon
Taking part in the 2025 London Marathon? Find out the start times and waves.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 10:30:05 +0100
Royal Mail issues apology due to postal issues in New Malden
Postal issues have been reported across New Malden today.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:01:42 +0100
South London cyclist who repeatedly groped lone women said it was a ‘prank’
Five women were sexually assaulted by cyclist Eddwin Cortes-Pinerez.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 09:00:00 +0100
Crystal Palace awarded nearly £1.8m from UEFA’s Club Benefits Programme
Crystal Palace were awarded close to £1.8m (€2.1m) as part of UEFA’s Club Benefits Programme, which encourages national team participation.

Wed, 23 Apr 2025 05:00:00 +0100
Croydon praised for green space but among worst in England for wellbeing
A new national report has highlighted both the strengths and weaknesses when it comes to living in Croydon.

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