Richmond and Twickenham Times

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
All the London Underground closures you need to be aware of this weekend listed
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 6 to February 8) and don't be caught out.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:59:49 +0000
Flabbergasted and gobsmacked are among the words people would love to see comeback
Flabbergasted, chuffed and gobsmacked are among the words people would love to see make a comeback.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:37:58 +0000
It takes three attempts to get the 'perfect snap' - research reveals
Phone owners have more than 2,000 photos stored on their device – but consider less than half of them to be 'good.'

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:34:16 +0000
Gen Z are leading the way when it comes to investing
Gen Z are leading the way when it comes to investing – with more than double the number putting their cash to work investing for the future compared to Baby Boomers.

Thu, 05 Feb 2026 07:30:00 +0000
UK travel company closes down with all flights and tours cancelled
UK travel company, Asiara UK Ltd, which sold flights and tour packages to destinations in Asia, has ceased trading.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:49:22 +0000
De Montfort University campus in Leicester closes amid 'very serious incident'
De Montfort University campus in Leicester has been closed by police amid a "very serious incident”

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 11:10:47 +0000
Anne Hegerty reveals details of new spin-off of The Chase as filming to start soon
Anne Hegerty has confirmed filming for a new travel spin-off The Chase begins in May, as the popular ITV quiz show expands internationally.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:40:53 +0000
Martin Lewis warning to workers on pension auto enrolment and why it is 'free money'
Millions of UK workers are missing out on 'free money' by opting out of pension auto enrolment, according to consumer expert Martin Lewis.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:39:11 +0000
Tesco Clubcard vouchers warning as £11m in rewards must be used by February deadline
Tesco customers are being warned to check their accounts urgently as £11 million worth of Tesco Clubcard vouchers are set to expire

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:38:11 +0000
'Very rare' Royal Mint Shakespeare £2 coin selling for more than £50 on eBay
A 'very rare' £2 coin has sold for 26 times its face value because of one subtle error.

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:36:14 +0000
EasyJet issues important warning to Brits planning holidays this year
easyJet advises passengers to check their passports before flying and replace them in good time if ripped so they can fly

Wed, 04 Feb 2026 10:11:13 +0000
Snooker legend and commentator John Virgo dies aged 79 as tributes paid
John Virgo, who has died aged 79, was known for his playing career in snooker as well as being a commentator for the sport on the BBC

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 15:18:59 +0000
'I didn't believe in ghosts - then I went to see 2:22 at the Richmond Theatre'
I’ll be honest, I don’t usually jump at the idea of seeing something that might make me spill my theatre wine.

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 14:17:19 +0000
Two arrested after ‘deeply loved’ veteran killed in Whitton hit-and-run
Two people have been arrested after a “deeply loved” veteran died in a hit and run.

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 18:00:33 +0000
Blackadder star Stephen Fry lands 'quirky' leading role in new US drama
Stephen Fry will be back on American TV screens as he's landed a major role in new Fox drama The Interrogator where he'll play a former MI6 spy, Conrad Henry.

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:50:42 +0000
Five Hidden Asbestos Dangers That Could Be Lurking in Your Home
Britons planning home renovations could be unknowingly exposed to asbestos, which is still found in many UK properties built before 2000. Experts explain five key warning signs your home may contain asbestos and why professional surveys and safe remo...

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:46:02 +0000
Full Celebrity Bake Off lineup revealed from popular radio host to iconic singer
Scott Mills, Molly-Mae Hague and Rag’n’Bone Man are among the stars taking part in The Great Celebrity Bake Off for Stand Up To Cancer.

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:45:40 +0000
Martin Lewis simple £10 gadget that could cut energy bills by £40 every winter
Martin Lewis’ MoneySavingExpert (MSE) team has highlighted a simple, low-cost gadget that could help households cut costs as winter energy bills land. Many are looking to make savings, and some may already have it sitting unused in their homes.

Tue, 03 Feb 2026 11:45:06 +0000
Netflix to stop working on these TV boxes within weeks - are you affected?
BT has confirmed that Netflix will stop working on some of its TV boxes soon due to a planned update on the app.

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
How Richmond schools are helping children eat more healthily and get active
Over 20 Richmond schools win Healthy Schools London awards for boosting pupil health, wellbeing, inclusion and physical activity.

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:52:33 +0000
Silent Witness Series 29 full cast list as BBC show relocates to new city
Vinette Robinson and Lydia Wilson will be among the guest stars joining the usual cast as Silent Witness returns for its 29th series on the BBC

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:52:08 +0000
Why your £2 coin could be worth £500 and how to spot it
The rare coin, which has been sold for more than £500, is still believed to be in circulation and features an error that makes it extremely valuable

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:50:37 +0000
Amazon Fire TV stick users urged to change one setting that can help reduce lag
If you want to reduce the lag on your TV when using an Amazon Fire TV stick, you should make a change to this setting

Mon, 02 Feb 2026 10:50:11 +0000
'Dodgy' Fire Stick users warned about dangers linked to illegal streaming devices
Those using 'dodgy' TV Fire Sticks/Boxes have been reminded of the dangers associated with using illegal streaming devices after a recent survey.

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000
South Londoners jailed in January including gunman rapper and paedophile tourist
Our round-up of the south Londoners sentenced to prison time in January.

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 11:30:48 +0000
Richmond family jewellers left ‘shaken’ after business ‘raided’ in burglary
A family-run jewellers in Richmond has shared a statement after video footage circulated on social media of its store being targeted in a burglary.

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 11:16:02 +0000
Richmond jewellers burgled with window 'smashed' and goods taken
A family-run jewellers in Richmond has been subject to an "aggravated burglary", after its shop window was smashed and several items stolen.

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Inside the ‘delicious’ bakery under a railway arch earning Michelin praise
FORNO bakery is hidden under a London railway arch and has been praised by the Michelin Guide.

Sun, 01 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000
More than 500 children and young people helped by £60,000 grant
London Freemasons grant £60,000 to Back Up Trust, supporting over 500 UK children with spinal cord injuries and their families through specialist services.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Step inside the London church with a hidden serene, monastery‑style garden
Christchurch Greyfriars Church Garden is tucked away near St Paul's Cathedral and is one of London's best hidden gems.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 18:54:13 +0000
Sir Tony Blair leads tributes for 'great friend' Lord Triesman who has died aged 82
Lord Triesman, a Labour former minister and former chair of the Football Association, has died aged 82.

Sat, 31 Jan 2026 11:28:33 +0000
Andrew 'pictured crouched over woman' in latest batch of Epstein files released
The latest release of files linked to Jeffrey Epstein appears to show Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor crouched over an unidentified woman

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
This ‘superb’ farm shop has gone viral — and it’s only an hour from London
Pearce’s Farm Shop in Hertfordshire is just an hour from London and has gone viral after being called “superb” and “lovely”.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 18:49:12 +0000
Home Alone and Schitt's Creek star Catherine O'Hara has died at the age of 71
Home Alone, Schitt's Creek and Beetlejuice star Catherine O'Hara has died at the age of 71

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 11:46:11 +0000
£1 Million Warm Fund offers free electric blankets and dehumidifiers to thousands
Thousands of low-income families across the UK could receive free electric blankets, microwaves and energy-efficient appliances, following the launch of a new £1 million emergency support fund.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 07:44:05 +0000
EastEnders character returning for new storyline with ‘real twists and turns'
Actor Joel Beckett is bac on EastEnders as he reprises the role of Jake Moon for the first time since September 2024.

Fri, 30 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Harry Styles fans can use National Express to get to Wembley shows from 61 locations
Harry Styles has announced a world tour with 10 shows at Wembley Stadium, London and fans can use National Express coaches to get there from 61 UK locations.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:19:44 +0000
Person found dead causing major disruption on London Euston route
A person has died after an incident, causing major disruption on the London Euston station line.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 09:24:37 +0000
Major London road closed after crash with one in hospital
A major road is closed by police due to an ongoing incident. Live updates here.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 05:00:00 +0000
London Underground: The weekend closures you need to know about
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (January 30 to February 1) and don't be caught out.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 00:01:00 +0000
The 9 famous faces to be honoured with new London Blue Plaques
9 famous faces to be honoured with new London Blue Plaques, see who.

Thu, 29 Jan 2026 12:34:31 +0000
New Royal Mint £5 coin challenge that could win entrants £29k - can you solve it?
The Royal Mint has launched a new £5 coin, which forms part of a nationwide code-breaker challenge inspired by Sir Isaac Newton.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:21:19 +0000
M25 traffic STOPPED after car and motorbike crash
All traffic on the M25 has stopped after a crash between a car and a motorbike.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:00:00 +0000
The chilling parallels between history's darkest days and America today
Richmond Council's leader Cllr Gareth Roberts on Holocaust Memorial Day 2026 and the parallels between Germany in the 1930s and ICE raids in the US - and their supporters in the UK.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 15:41:31 +0000
North London man who sang with Spandau Ballet guilty of rape
A man who performed as a stand-in singer for Spandau Ballet is facing jail after being found guilty of raping a woman and attempting to rape another.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 14:48:07 +0000
Family devastated after 'fun-loving' dad found dead in Hyde Park on Christmas Eve
A family has been left devastated after a dad was found dead in the Serpentine Hyde Park on Christmas Eve.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 10:16:32 +0000
Person dies after being hit by London-bound train
A person has died after being hit by a train by a London-bound train.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 17:31:19 +0000
What is Messages? Spotify announces new feature for users (how to use it)
Spotify is launching a new Messages feature for users this week so they can share what they're listening to, including audiobooks, music and podcasts.

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:51:05 +0000
Martin Lewis urges McDonald's customers to 'max value' before major change comes in
Martin Lewis is encouraging Brits to redeem their reward points at McDonald’s before it changes its loyalty scheme to get "max value".

Wed, 28 Jan 2026 16:21:28 +0000
Former Spandau Ballet star Ross Davidson found guilty of rape and attempted rape
Ross Davidson, or Ross Wild, performed in 2018 as the singer for Spandau Ballet, and has been found guilty of rape and attempted rape.

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