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Tue, 02 Dec 2025 09:55:59 +0000LIVE updates as M25 lanes closed with major delays after crash
There are long delays on the M25 near Waltham Cross and Enfield with two lanes closed following a crash.
Tue, 02 Dec 2025 06:00:00 +0000Inside 1930s Walthamstow family home listed for £1.1 million
A 1930s four-bedroom mid-terraced home in Greenway Avenue, Walthamstow, has been listed for £1.1m.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 18:30:18 +0000Signal fault causes major disruption until end of day at London station
A signal failure is causing major disruption between London Blackfriars and St Pancras.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 14:19:17 +0000Paddington musical is a marmalade-filled smash of a show
The makers of this new musical version of the Paddington stories at The Savoy Theatre have certainly looked after Michael Bond's beloved bear
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 13:20:39 +0000Kings Cross trains delayed after person hit by train
East Midlands Railway services are delayed to London after a person hit by a train. Follow our blog for updates.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 11:12:27 +0000We tried The Savoy hotel cheese trolley - here's what it was like
Experience The Savoy’s famous Cheese Trolley in Bar 1890 for just £35. Enjoy expert fromagers and elegant surroundings in an accessible luxury treat.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:44:17 +0000EastEnders legend reveals heartbreaking reason he's returning to BBC soap
EastEnders star Shaun Williamson has revealed the heartbreaking reason he's returning to BBC soap.
Mon, 01 Dec 2025 07:05:47 +0000Call the Midwife's Jenny Agutter hints at 'disturbing' Christmas special
Star of BBC's Call the Midwife, Jenny Agutter has hinted at a 'disturbing' storyline in the Christmas special.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 16:00:00 +0000East London criminals jailed this month including paedo teacher and 'Al Capone'
Our monthly round-up of the east London criminals sentenced to prison time.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 12:56:19 +0000‘Inspirational and lion-hearted’ ex-West Ham captain dies aged 79
Former West Ham captain and manager Billy Bonds has passed away peacefully.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 20:00:00 +0000Who left Strictly Come Dancing this week? See the eighth celebrity eliminated
Alex Kingston and her partner Johannes Radebe have become the eighth couple to be eliminated from Strictly Come Dancing 2025.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 16:15:47 +0000Tributes paid to former West Ham captain and coach Billy Bonds after his death at 79
Tributes have been paid to former West Ham captain and coach Billy Bonds, who died on Sunday (November 30) at the age of 79.
Sun, 30 Nov 2025 10:04:34 +0000Does Alex Kingston have an injury? Strictly star 'limping' has concerned fans
Strictly Come Dancing star Alex Kingston was seen 'limping' last night during Saturday's week 10 show (November 29) and fans are concerned.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 14:49:01 +0000Walthamstow’s Blackhorse Beer Mile returns with big festive party in December
Walthamstow’s Blackhorse Beer Mile is set to return this year, with breweries, taprooms and distilleries along Blackhorse Lane joining forces for a one-day festive celebration.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 12:00:00 +0000Five pubs that closed across east London in the last five years
Here are five pubs which closed across east London in the past five years.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 09:20:28 +0000RECAP as emergency incident shuts lines to London Marylebone
Trains to and from London Marleybone face major disruption. Bringing you live updates.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000What is the most mysterious area in each east London borough?
TikTok star itsdatguyfromends posted a video naming the most mysterious area in each east London borough in his opinion.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +00005 of the best day trips all less than two hours away from London you can enjoy
From the Kent village of Chilham to the town of Burford in Oxfordshire, discover five of the best day trips less than two hours from London.
Sat, 29 Nov 2025 10:59:01 +0000EastEnders to air breast cancer storyline as character returns after nearly 2 years
EastEnders have confirmed it will air a breast cancer storyline as Sam Mitchell played by Kim Medcalf returns after nearly two years
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:21:00 +0000Charity behind east London and Essex care homes 'no longer financially sustainable'
The charity and operator behind a Chadwell Heath care home has revealed its financial woes.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:18:49 +0000Major road closed near Upminster after crash with '100 minute delays'
A crash on a major road near Upminster means miles of traffic queues and hour delays. Live updates here.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000WATCH: Woman takes £800 of meat from Michelin restaurant in London
A woman has been caught stealing £800 worth of meat from a Michelin restaurant in London.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 17:00:00 +0000Major changes to busy bus route connecting north and south London
Major changes are set to be made to a busy bus route connecting south and north London.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:38:00 +0000The east London people and businesses facing HUGE fines for not paying tax
The latest list of deliberate tax defaulters has been shared, exposing those people and businesses in east London who made deliberate errors on their tax.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 11:20:51 +0000Parts of London issued yellow weather warning with heavy rain expected
The Met Office has issued a yellow rain warning for part of London this week.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 09:37:47 +0000Disabled man sexually assaulted on train to London Euston
A disabled man has been sexually assaulted on board a train from Liverpool to London Euston.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 05:00:00 +0000'It smells like a rotten egg' - 7 funniest one star reviews of the River Thames
From calling it a giant sewer to smelling like a rotten egg, many have taken to Tripadvisor to share thoughts on the River Thames.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 16:22:59 +0000EastEnders fan favourite character could be killed off amid 'vital message'
An EastEnders favourite could be leaving your screens very soon...
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:01:25 +0000Discontinued Sky product to shut down in coming days - have you received £290 refund?
Sky Live is set to shut down for good on December 4, and customers are entitled to a refund of up to £290.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:01:59 +0000Lidl shoppers complain 'what a joke' after 'ridiculous' 10p increase for carrier bags
Lidl has increased the price of its plastic carrier bags by 10p (from 30p to 40p), leaving shoppers outraged.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 10:00:23 +0000Aldi Christmas 2025 opening hours confirmed as stores close for three days
Aldi has confirmed its Christmas 2025 opening hours, with stores open until 10pm on December 22 and 23, closing at 6pm on Christmas Eve, and closing fully on Christmas Day and Boxing Day. Stores will reopen on December 27.
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:44:15 +0000Savings expert reveals how to protect your cash from the Budget bombshell
"I’m a savings expert – and here’s how to shield your hard-earned cash from the Budget bombshell."
Fri, 28 Nov 2025 08:37:10 +0000Disneyland Paris has opened its doors for an exclusive look at World of Frozen
Once complete, Disney Adventure World will have almost doubled in size, offering new experiences that it says will push the boundaries of storytelling
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 18:34:36 +0000Tube chaos sees SEVERE DELAYS on four lines across London - Recap
There are severe delays across the London transport network. Live updates here.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 18:00:00 +0000The new London brewery where you can learn to pour the perfect pint of Guinness
Guinness is opening a £73 million brewery in Covent Garden on December 11 with restaurants, a bar, tours, and tastings.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 17:42:20 +0000Ant McPartlin sells £6m London mansion after 'planning row' with neighbours
I'm a Celeb presenter Ant McPartlin has reportedly sold his £6 million London home after a "planning row" with neighbours.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 17:01:49 +0000Police hunt after man 'touched himself while staring at woman on London train’
A man allegedly touched himself inappropriately over his trousers on a London train while staring at a woman.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 16:40:00 +0000The 'trailblazing Bangladeshi pioneer' honoured with plaque
A commemorative plaque honouring 'Bangladeshi pioneer' Ayub Ali Master has been unveiled in Christian Street, near the site where he and Shas Abdul Majid Qureshi ran the Indian Seamen’s Welfare League office in 1943.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 16:05:00 +0000'It will be lovely to see Bethnal Green bustling again': Saturday market opens
Bethnal Green has welcomed a new Saturday Market this month.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 14:39:03 +0000Tube chaos as 'animal on track' causes severe delays on Jubilee and Metropolitan line
Chaos has erupted on the London Underground as the Jubilee and Metropolitan lines face severe delays due to an animal on the track.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:07:36 +0000Major British 90s dance duo to play last show ‘for foreseeable future’ in old IKEA
A major British 90s dance duo are to play their last show ‘for the foreseeable future’ in London.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 12:20:19 +0000All trains cancelled on central London route after cable theft
All trains are cancelled on a major route into central London after cables were stolen. Live updates here.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 09:21:49 +0000Mumford & Sons to play huge homecoming gig in Hyde Park
The Londoners will play BST Hyde Park on July 4, 2026 saying 'London is and always will be the band's home'
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 07:36:54 +0000Central London street shut for SECOND day after traffic chaos from underground fire
Roads in Holborn are closed for a second day after a major blaze in an underground utilities tunnel.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 06:00:00 +0000Films showing at South Woodford cinema this weekend
Odeon South Woodford has a packed weekend lineup from November 28–30, featuring new releases like Wicked: For Good, Zootropolis 2, and Christmas Karma, alongside classics including The Snowman™ & The Snowdog and a Westlife concert screening.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 17:57:06 +0000Call the Midwife creator on 'money' 'values' and 'walking away from the BBC'
The beloved BBC show Call the Midwife has its 13th Christmas special on the way, but will there be more?
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:26:32 +0000River Island apologises after 'serious chemical risk' product recall
River Island is urgently recalling a handbag which presents a "serious chemical risk" as the soldering on the metal chain contains an excess concentration of lead.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 13:47:19 +0000BT warns thousands of customers over landline shutdowns in these 12 areas
BT has warned thousands of customers of major landline shutdowns in these 12 areas across the UK.
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 09:32:41 +0000Aldi cuts price of festive vegetables to 8p - 'hurry up if you want some'
Aldi is cutting its festive veg prices straight down to 8p this Christmas including potatoes, carrots and parsnips
Thu, 27 Nov 2025 09:29:55 +0000ASDA limits popular drink to 3 per person after massive price cut from today
ASDA has limited a popular Christmas item to just 3 per person after announcing a massive price cut until, Sunday, November 30.