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Thu, 01 Dec 2022 09:47:56 +0000
Film Reviews: The Silent Twins, Charlotte, Violent Night
A film based on the case of the Silent Twins, an animation about the life of Holocaust artist Charlotte Saloman, and a slapstick action movie about a drunk Santa confronted by a criminal gang, is among the week's releases

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 08:52:42 +0000
Thamesmead and Abbey Wood stabbings: Two teens charged
Two teenagers have been charged with the murders of two 16-year-old boys in south east London.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 06:51:50 +0000
King Charles III to donate fridges and freezers to food banks
King Charles III will donate hundreds of goods to food banks and charities across the UK.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 06:00:00 +0000
Greenwich house prices: Average house prices rise by £4,000
House prices in Greenwich have gone up by an average of over £4,000 in the month of September, according to figures from the Land Registry.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
London Tube closures December 2: See the full list
Check the London Underground services this weekend before heading out this weekend.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
London O2 Arena: Best Places to Eat according to reviews
See the best places to grab a meal at London's O2 Arena.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
North Greenwich: life in one of 'London's best neighbourhoods'
North Greenwich has been named one of the best places to live in London, with experts saying rapid development has attracted a "new demographic" of residents.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Ex-Charlton Athletic footballer Richard Rufus accused of fraud
A former Premier League star boasted of making “colossal sums” of money to another retired footballer who invested in his £15 million scam, a court has heard.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Bromley Council plugs £250k into fixing David Bowie bandstand
A bandstand that David Bowie performed at in the 1960s will finally be fixed up after a local council has agreed to put £250,000 into the famous stage.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 05:00:00 +0000
Eight stabbed and three dead in month of violence in south east London
November proved to be a horrifying month in south east London as eight people were stabbed and three of the victims died.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 04:00:00 +0000
London Tube closures December 2: See the full list
Check the London Underground services this weekend before heading out this weekend.

Fri, 02 Dec 2022 08:00:00 +0000
Who is on The Graham Norton Show on BBC One tonight?
Find out who is on the couch tonight on BBC's The Graham Norton Show.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:37:52 +0000
Recap after lorry crash causes delays on A282 near Dartford Crossing
Three lanes (of four) are now closed on the A282 southbound within J1B Dartford for the recovery of two HGVs following a collision.

Wed, 30 Nov 2022 20:07:20 +0000
The silent addiction! by Sumayah - Burntwood School
The world is plagued with a wide variety of addictions, from drugs to shopping. However, there is one addiction that is seldom mentioned but oddly widespread: an addiction to social media.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 16:31:03 +0000
Meet Santa Experience and the Magic of Christmas at London Zoo
Animals at the Regent's Park attraction got into the Christmas spirit by opening their advent calendars, and families can enjoy special tours and an after hours sleepover by booking the London Zoo Lodges Meet Santa Experience

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 14:41:27 +0000
John Duffin solo show at Catto Gallery, Hampstead
From railway and tube stations, to the river at Sunset, and rainwashed Soho streets, the artist captures the unique beauty and energy of the capital.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 12:54:05 +0000
Quentin Blake auction raises funds for Centre for Illustration
Images of dragons, acrobats and ducks go under the hammer at Bonhams to mark the author and illustrator's 90th birthday and raise funds to refurbish a Clerkenwell heritage building as a national centre for illustration

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:53:03 +0000
All day cafe bar Morty & Bob's moves into Kensal Rise
From a street food stall in Hackney's Netil Market to a bricks and mortar restaurant in Coal Drops Yard, Kings Cross, Charlie Phillips now opens his third site in Brent serving brunch, lunch, dinner and cocktails

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 07:16:00 +0000
Christmas afternoon tea at The Lane, Theatre Royal, Drury Lane
Bridgerton fans can channel their inner Lady Whistledown and enjoy a flavour of a festive Regency afternoon tea in the grand saloon of the Covent Garden theatre

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 23:22:35 +0000
Homework: How Much Is Too Much?- Srudhilaya Karthik, Townley Grammar
We’ve all been there: midnight, the blue glare of an empty word document illuminating your tired face. Homework has plagued students for years, but is it really as terrible as it’s cracked up to be?

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 22:17:32 +0000
Talk On HIV by Doctor Simon Edwards at Wilson’s School
On the 26th of November 2022, Dr Simon Edwards gave a talk at the lecture theatre of Wilson's School after school, from 3:30 to 4:45, in which he discussed the history of HIV and AIDS and his career in medicine as well as advice for any future jobs w...

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 21:39:28 +0000
Which GCSE subject is the hardest? - Nedu Odunze, JAGS
Picking which GCSE subjects you’re interested in doing is one of the first major decisions any of us ever make. For some people, their parents make that decision for them. Others receive a nudge in the right (or wrong) direction from friends or te...

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 20:47:03 +0000
Christmas Trees: the Best Kept Festive Tradition? Anna Stibbe, TCSND
After centuries of Christmas tree decorating, the tradition never seems to fade, and local Christmas tree businesses keep expanding as a result.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 17:15:49 +0000
Family appeal to find killers of Deshaun James in Islington
The aunt of a teenage boy who was stabbed to death has appealed for anyone with knowledge of his killers to identify them to police and provide his family “with closure”.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:45:01 +0000
Tower Hamlets Council commits to free parking near markets
East London shoppers could be offered one hour's free parking next to their favourite markets in a move to support local businesses in Tower Hamlets.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:36:00 +0000
Crystal Palace FC to open Selhurst Park as a ‘warm hub’
Crystal Palace Football Club is opening its doors to the over 65s as a “warm hub” this winter.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:28:01 +0000
Newham Council faces £5m overspend on temporary accomodation
An East London council is predicted to overspend £5.2 million on temporary accommodation as it does not have enough homes to support everyone in the borough.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 18:19:32 +0000
A history of US gun laws - Joshua Park, Tiffin School
The US remains an interesting example concerning gun laws. These laws are among the most lenient in the whole world, which supporters argue is necessary for the protection of citizens, while its detractors argue that it cause more harm than good, poi...

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:37:10 +0000
Bow men appear in court charged with drugs offences
Three men from Bow have appeared in court charged with drugs offences.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 15:05:20 +0000
Sixth form teachers in north London strike for more pay
Teachers in sixth form colleges gathered in a strike to say they “had enough” in a dispute about pay.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 13:42:40 +0000
Community facility and prayer space planned in Elm Park
A new community facility and prayer space could be coming to The Broadway, Elm Park under plans submitted to Havering Council.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 14:00:00 +0000
Nature notes: Watch out for early nesters
THE time is rapidly approaching when early nesting birds become active and as our winters become warmer then those birds may breed even earlier. Early nesters include Egyptian goose, heron, crow and of course rook (pictured). Egyptian geese may well ...

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 13:59:33 +0000
Cyber attack hits North East London Foundation Trust finance systems
An East London health trust believes there is “no evidence” that its patients’ data was stolen during a cyber attack - but its finance systems were affected.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 13:51:52 +0000
Oakland Care minibus stripped for parts by thieves before Christmas
Care home residents are left devastated after thieves stripped a minibus that would have taken them to visit their loved ones and Christmas attractions.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 13:26:32 +0000
Metroline bus strike in north London called off last-minute
Some bus strikes in north and west London have been called off – but disruption is still expected this month.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 12:41:53 +0000
Guns N' Roses set for huge London show at BST Hyde Park
Guns N’ Roses join Bruce Springsteen and the E Street Band, Billy Joel, Pink with special guest Gwen Stefani, Take That and Blackpink on the BST Hyde Park billing for 2023 so far.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 12:18:42 +0000
London's Best Pantos & Christmas Shows For Families & Friends
Guaranteed to put you in a good mood regardless of how old you are, Christmas pantos and shows are always full of festive cheer - here are London's best... 

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 12:19:32 +0000
1,700 BHRUT A&E patients wait over four hours for treatment
A huge 1,700 patients ended up waiting more than four hours for treatment in East London A&Es that were the worst performing across the capital in October, the latest NHS data has revealed.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:16:34 +0000
Census 2021: What was learnt about Havering in latest data?
The latest statistics from Census 2021 have revealed more details about those living in Havering.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:43:56 +0000
Croydon company creates diverse Christmas decorations
The founders of a company which makes inclusive Christmas decorations – often inspired by powerful “black excellence” – have said it has been an educational and inspiring process seeing the positive impact they have made in championing divers...

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:29:56 +0000
Mum of Lewisham boy Ruben Bousquet launches allergy campaign
The mother of a 14-year-old boy who died from the allergic reaction to popcorn has launched a campaign in the hope it prevents others experiencing their terrible loss. 

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:17:28 +0000
Wakanda Forever Review by Grace Galloway, Notre Dame School
The sequel of the Black Panther film produced by Marvel studios Wakanda forever made its debut on the 11th November 2022. Ticket sales have soared since then as many want to pay their tributes to actor Chadwick Boseman who died on August 28th 2020 at...

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 09:27:42 +0000
Hampstead art historian Katy Hessel wins Waterstones Book of Year
Katy Hessel's revisionist book championing overlooked and forgotten women artists was voted by booksellers the title they most enjoyed recommending to customers

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 11:05:00 +0000
Lewisham bus sexual assault leads to police search for man
Police are looking to speak to a man after a woman was sexually assaulted on board a bus in Lewisham.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 10:38:32 +0000
Decision delayed on The Aura's future after Wembley stabbing
A decision on whether a venue can continue to operate has been delayed, following a fatal stabbing.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 10:39:19 +0000
Dagenham man followed by victim after Basildon burglary
A burglar has been jailed for a year after his quick-witted victim spotted and chased him down.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 10:27:00 +0000
Greenwich man fraudulently claimed £35k from Greater Anglia
A man from Greenwich has been prosecuted for fraudulently claiming £35,000 in delay repay compensation from train company Greater Anglia.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 09:51:16 +0000
Little Simz and Knucks win album of the year at MOBO awards
North London rappers Little Simz and Knucks have both won album of the year at the 25th Mobo awards.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 09:48:53 +0000
Hackney's Ngozi Fulani on racist comments at Buckingham Palace
Hackney charity founder Ngozi Fulani has said her interaction with the late Queen’s lady in waiting was “like an interrogation” and that she felt she was being forced to “denounce my British citizenship”.

Thu, 01 Dec 2022 07:29:00 +0000
Wildlife Photographer of the Year People's Choice Award Open For Votes
You can vote for your favourite snap until February 2, 2023 The Natural History Museum's Wildlife Photographer of the Year Award has announced its People's Choice Award shortlist of 25 glorious pictures. From a pair of nuzzling red foxes and a pregna...



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