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Mon, 07 Nov 2022 06:39:42 +0000
Peter Kay Tour 2023: How to get tickets and tour dates
Comedian Peter Kay surprised fans after announcing his first tour in 12 years during ITV's I'm a Celebrity.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 09:32:36 +0000
Democracy is 'hanging by a thread' in America
The recent comings and goings of Prime Ministers has brought the whole democratic process into disrepute.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 09:27:59 +0000
M25 Dartford Crossing traffic: Just Stop Oil disruption
Environmental protesters have gone ahead with action to disrupt sections of England’s busiest motorway despite a major Metropolitan Police operation to foil their plans.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 09:30:35 +0000
McDonald's fans can now get the official McCripsy gaming chair
McDonald's is offering fans the chance to win the McCrispy gaming chair.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 08:31:53 +0000
BBC EastEnders bosses cast ITV Emmerdale star Patsy Kensit as 'Lola Pearce's mum'
It's been reported that the actress will be playing a role in “one of their biggest current storylines”.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 17:40:52 +0000
A personal interview on women's football by Baheshta Fourgh, Gumley House School
In this article, I interviewed Betsy Harwood and how she feels about her own experience of being a woman in football and an analysis of the modern game.

Mon, 07 Nov 2022 00:08:55 +0000
Duke of Edinburgh Back on Track
Recent years have hindered the progression of the Duke of Edinburgh (DofE) programme primarily due to the effects of Covid-19. However, this year has brought new light to this award as lockdown has ceased and as a result an influx of young people hav...

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 18:00:00 +0000
Wild things: My 100th column... and the frustrations remain
Our Wild Things columnist Eric Brown reflects on some of the topics featured in 100 columns while urging government to step up the battle against wildlife persecution and climate change.

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 17:37:26 +0000
Queens funeral: The Experience
How did London host such a sad yet extravagant event that was amazingly thought through.

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Loughton Town Hall site now occupied by Sainsbury's supermarket
Did you know that Loughton once had a town hall?

Sun, 06 Nov 2022 16:05:34 +0000
Made In Chelsea’s Binky Felstead announces third pregnancy
Made In Chelsea’s Binky Felstead has announced that she is pregnant with her third child.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 12:00:00 +0000
Claybury estate's link to Guy Fawkes and 10 Downing Street
Thomas Knyvett (or Knyvet) was the son of Sir Henry Knyvett of Charlton, Wiltshire, and was educated at Jesus College, Cambridge, before entering the service of the Crown. He became a Gentleman of the Privy Chamber to Queen Elizabeth, and later the Q...

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Green Man Hotel and Pub in Chingford, east London, in 1930s
A snapshot in time from 1935 with the original Green Man Hotel and Pub, centre, in Old Church Road, Chingford.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
The Avocado Show Princes Street London: A review
"For an avocado lover I can't think of much better than a dessert with waffles, chocolate, berries - and of course avocado on top," says reviewer Immy Share.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 21:37:40 +0000
Singer and brother of Nick Carter, Aaron Carter, dies aged 34
Aaron Carter, singer and brother of Backstreet Boys member Nick Carter, has passed away aged 34.

Sat, 05 Nov 2022 14:55:27 +0000
Netflix’s The Crown: Everything to know for season 5 release
Netlfix's The Crown returns next week - here's everything you need to know.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 12:47:09 +0000
Is the Elizabeth Line running during November strikes?
See if the Elizabeth Line is running as workers' strike.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 07:00:00 +0000
Wanstead United Reformed Church holds first same-sex marriage
A couple became the first same-sex couple to be married at an east London church.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Student View: A passion for raising awareness on environmental concerns
Angelina Khan, sustainable fashion enthusiast and Students’ Union Sustainability Officer, shares insights of her plans to drive the awareness and help tackle climate emergency.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 04:00:00 +0000
London Tube closures November 4: See the full list
Check the London Underground services this weekend before heading out this weekend.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 13:40:08 +0000
Capital's Jingle Bell Ball with Barclaycard 2022 tickets, dates and more
Capital’s Jingle Bell Ball with Barclaycard is returning this year, here's how you can buy tickets, what we know about the line up and when the shows are.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 10:14:20 +0000
King Charles has made 'various threats' to Prince Harry and Meghan Markle over new book
Royal author Tom Bower has revealed Harry's upcoming book Spare has strained relationships withing the Royal Family.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Who is on The Graham Norton Show tonight?
Popular late-night chat show The Graham Norton Show is back on screens tonight.

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 05:01:00 +0000
UK Earthshot Prize finalists revealed by Prince William
Five Earthshot Prize winners will be announced in Boston in the United States next month and are set to receive £1 million each to develop their projects.

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 17:22:13 +0000
Cordon to remain in place after Walthamstow roof collapse
A police cordon will remain after seven people were evacuated in a roof collapse.

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 15:06:46 +0000
Teenage boy allegedly raped at Walthamstow refugee hotel
A man has been charged after a teenage boy was allegedly raped in a hotel used for refugees.

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 13:43:05 +0000
Seven evacuated after house roof collapse in Walthamstow
Seven people were evacuated from homes after a horrifying roof collapse.

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 13:24:03 +0000
Spurs star Harry Kane awarded Freedom of the City of London
England captain Harry Kane has said he is “proud and grateful” to be awarded the Freedom of the City of London.

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 07:47:04 +0000
London flooding: Heavy rain causes chaos on travel services
There's some flooding in London this morning amid a weather warning.

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Dartford Crossing M25 closure: When, why and diversions?
Part of the Dartford Crossing will be closed at certain times for the first two weeks of November.

Thu, 03 Nov 2022 00:01:00 +0000
Royal Mail unveils Christmas stamps featuring Queen's portrait for final time
The Queen's distinctive side profile has appeared on Christmas stamps since 1967.

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 14:05:19 +0000
Stratford gunman jailed after police motorway chase
A man who led police on a 35-mile high speed chase along two motorways has been jailed.

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 11:44:15 +0000
Met Office issues yellow weather warning for rain in East London
Quite a few areas of East London could be faced by flooding over the next day due to a Met Office warning for heavy rainfall

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 10:23:25 +0000
Greggs to launch Festive Bake Brunch in London
Bakery, Greggs is launching The Festive Bake Brunch to mark the start of Christmas.

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 09:45:54 +0000
Woodford's Temple Fusion named Essex restaurant of the year
A curry house that brings together flavours from three south Asian countries won a top regional prize.

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 07:28:31 +0000
Giant Christmas baubles fly down Tottenham Court Road as Storm Claudio hit
Giant Christmas baubles were seen flying down Tottenham Court Road yesterday

Wed, 02 Nov 2022 11:20:00 +0000
Asda launches £1 meal deal with unlimited drinks for over 60s amid cost of living crisis
The new initiative will run alongside the current ‘Kids eat for £1’ offer which continues to be hugely popular.

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 14:51:21 +0000
Redbridge councillor 'weaponised' disability, tribunal finds
A Redbridge councillor “weaponised” an employee’s disability to “assert her control” while working at a Tower Hamlets GP group, an employment tribunal found.

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 14:34:12 +0000
Councillor shot in Colombia calls for disabled representation
A Redbridge councillor left disabled by a shooting in Colombia wants to have more disabled people join her in the council chamber.

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 14:25:51 +0000
'Carbon capture' to be investigated for Edmonton Incinerator
The controversial new Edmonton incinerator could become “one of the first” in the country to include a “carbon capture” plant to make its fumes cleaner.

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 14:13:15 +0000
'Racist' Met Police gang violence list has numbers halved
The number of young Londoners on a “discriminatory” Met Police watchlist has been halved following a review by the Mayor of London.

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 19:51:12 +0000
Royal Mail staff to strike around Black Friday and Cyber Monday
The Royal Mail strikes will centre around Black Friday on November 25 and Cyber Monday on November 28.

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 15:47:11 +0000
Is Royal Mail Click and Drop down? Users unable to send parcels
Royal Mail's online Click and Drop service was reported on Down Detector as having issues on Tuesday afternoon.

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 15:27:47 +0000
TikTok down: Why is TikTok not working?
TikTok appears to be down as users report outages on Down Detector.

Tue, 01 Nov 2022 08:55:00 +0000
Remembrance Day: Why do we wear poppies?
Throughout November the nation wear's a poppy, but what does the poppy mark?

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 09:11:28 +0000
Project launched to stop London smoking
A partnership has been created in a bid to end tobacco smoking in the capital. 

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 12:18:07 +0000
Tube Strike November: What are the dates?
London Underground strikes in November will impact travel.

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 11:51:08 +0000
Memories of Walthamstow police station being put up for sale
It's ten years ago this week since disappointment was expressed at the loss of what could have been a "real community asset" after an east London police station was put on the market.

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 10:14:57 +0000
Wildflowers to appear in London as TfL launch scheme
If you've been out and about across London over the last few days and have noticed a bit more greenery on the roads, here's why.

Mon, 31 Oct 2022 09:25:51 +0000
Government mini-budget exposed limitations of democracy in UK
The recent upheaval in government that saw an un-costed mini-budget foisted on the country has exposed the limitations of democracy in the UK.



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