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Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:56:51 +0000Delays of up to 45 minutes as broken-down train blocks London routes
Southeastern trains via Sidcup disrupted by broken down train; services between Dartford and Hither Green face delays and cancellations until 11.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 09:20:22 +0000Gatwick rail disruption causes major delays and cancellations
Gatwick Airport rail travellers face major delays after points failure disrupts services on Southern, Thameslink, Gatwick Express and GWR routes to London.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:58:32 +0000Severe delays and part suspension on Piccadilly line amid Heathrow disruption
Severe delays on the Piccadilly Line as TfL suspends service between Hounslow Central and Heathrow due to signalling failure. Ticket acceptance on buses, Overground, Elizabeth Line.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:31:02 +0000Winter Paralympic Flame is lit as president says 'it's capable of transforming lives'
Stoke Mandeville stadium came abuzz with figures from every walk of life as the journey as the 2026 Winter Paralympic Games began.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:21:49 +0000Male taken to hospital after stabbing near retail park in Crayford
A male has been taken to hospital after a stabbing near a retail park in Crayford.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:12:54 +0000Eight people taken to hospital after bus crashes into tree in south east London
Eight people have been taken to hospital after a bus crashed into a tree in south east London.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:33:36 +0000LIVE updates as major road cordoned off for hours due to incident in Sydenham
A major road in Sydenham has been cordoned off due to an incident.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:19:00 +0000Charming double-fronted two-bedroom Georgian Cottage in the heart of Hampstead, NW3
Available for rent - a charming, double-fronted Georgian cottage with a front garden and a light-filled conservatory room in the heart of Hampstead NW3.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000Life is better with Lakeland…check out the current offers
As one of the UK's home shopping pioneers, with over 60 years of experience, Lakeland offers an unrivalled collection of creative kitchenware, practical time and effort saving ideas for the home.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000Traders fume at Sainsbury's over 'damaging' parking rules
Traders in Willesden are fuming that Sainsbury's have imposed parking restrictions on the only car park on the high street.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:00:00 +0000The Romford food spot serving comforting meals that don't break the bank
Authentic, fresh and tasty food for under £10 a meal? Sunrise Cafe in Romford is a perfect spot for a bite to eat.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000The best and most appreciated London bus routes
London bus routes that were most commended last year have been revealed by the TfL
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000The 'bold' step to help more people survive cancer and live well afterwards
Putney MP welcomes Government’s National Cancer Plan, highlights local traffic improvements with TfL and Wandsworth Council.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000All the Bridgerton filming locations in south London and Surrey to visit
South London’s historic landmarks have had a starring role in Bridgerton and we’re taking a look at all of them.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000More than 100 unclaimed estates in 'wealthy' streets of Westminster
There are 109 unclaimed estates in Westminster on the Government’s Bona Vacantia list, including cases dating back to 1984.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000The 5 unwritten rules of the London Underground that should never be broken
Have you broken one of the unwritten rules of the London Underground? You might want to double-check this list.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Plans approved for brand new vet clinic - creating 11 jobs
Enfield is set for a new vet clinic on Clock Parade after plans were approved by Enfield Council.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000The borough giving people who have lived in poverty a chance to help solve it
Islington Council launches London’s first Poverty Truth Commission, uniting residents with lived experience, civic and business leaders to tackle local poverty.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000All the closures and changes on the London Underground you need to know this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 27 to March 1) and don't be caught out.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000The celeb-packed neighbourhood near Hampstead Heath named after a lost tree
Gospel Oak is now home to Michael Palin and Alastair Campbell, while pop legends Coldplay recorded the album Viva La Vida there.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000London dominates private school rankings with EIGHT of the best in the country
Eight London private schools are in England’s national top 10 for 2025 A-level and GCSE results, with St Paul’s School in Barnes ranked first.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000How do you solve a problem like Croydon town centre?
Croydon West MP Sarah Jones on how £158m investment from the Government is giving the town centre an opportunity to get on the road to success.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Everything you need to know about the SL1 Superloop bus
Everything you need to know about the Superloop SL1 bus, from the route, fares and more
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000Bring back a napkin and get free pasta at Jamie’s Italian in Leicester Square
Jamie Oliver is reopening Jamie’s Italian in Leicester Square this March, offering free pasta to diners who return old napkins or loyalty cards.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 05:00:00 +0000The areas of London with the most unclaimed inheritance that could be yours
There are 1,586 unclaimed estates linked to London addresses, with Camden, Westminster and Lambeth among the worst-affected boroughs.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 08:24:38 +0000Centrepoint success for Sefyu - Run every day and don't give up
Arriving at just 17, his journey to safety was long and uncertain, taking him first to France and then to England.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 07:48:32 +0000Suranne Jones on returning as Doctor Foster as third and final series confirmed
It has been confirmed that Suranne Jones will reprise her role for the long-awaited third and final series of the BBC's Doctor Foster.
Thu, 26 Feb 2026 06:47:24 +0000Huey Morgan marks 30 Years of Come Find Yourself with new UK Tour
Huey Morgan is marking 30 Years of Come Find Yourself with a new UK Tour.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:31:40 +0000Man in 60s stabbed to death named for first time
The identity of a man who was stabbed to death has been revealed for the first time in court documents.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 19:00:00 +0000Bird Grove: A fascinating look at George Eliot's early life
Elizabeth Dulau brings a captivating fortitude to the role of the future George Eliot and her strained relationship with her father
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 18:39:28 +0000Video shows shocking Dartford police chase before Mercedes crash
A man raced his Mercedes from police in Dartford at twice the speed limit - before crashing into a field.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:37:00 +0000Upminster restaurant rated 'very good' for food hygiene after revisit
The Station Pantry in Upminster scored top marks for its food hygiene during a revisit prompted by the discovery of "mouldy" pancakes.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:31:00 +0000Family-run Harold Hill chippy to close for major redevelopment - but it will return
Family-run Fish'n'Chick'n' in Harold Hill - which has been open for decades - has confirmed it will close, though it has vowed to return when the Hilldene estate has been redeveloped.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:14:35 +0000Dad 'shaken' after horror 'police chase crash' with motorbike in Lee
A retired dad has been injured after a motorbike and car crashed in an alleged police chase near Eltham Road in Lee.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:12:00 +0000These two north London kebab joints have just scooped a national award
Istanbul Shish Grill in Walm Lane and Mozul in Hawley Wharf both won gongs at the British Kebab Awards 2026.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:10:44 +0000Woman bent man’s fingers backwards and tackled him on Central Line train
A woman assaulted a man, smashed his phone and tried to steal his wallet on a late-night Central Line train.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:07:55 +0000Two rushed to hospital after ‘driver hits bus stop’
Two people have been rushed to hospital after a car hit a bus stop in Ilford.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:02:14 +0000Severe delays on Piccadilly Line affecting Heathrow and more
Severe delays are affecting the Piccadilly line between Acton Town, Heathrow and Uxbridge due to train cancellations, with tickets accepted on buses and the Elizabeth line.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000Bromley paedo who 'had to lie to other inmates' faces prospect of return to prison
Prolific sex offender and former Transport for London worker Sean Brady has pleaded guilty to 13 new offences.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000Kebab restaurant in Catford crowned one of best in London at national awards
A kebab restaurant in Catford has been crowned one of the best in London at a national awards ceremony.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000Residents could soon have their say on huge data centre proposed for Havering
Residents could soon be able to have their say on proposals to build the huge East Havering Data Centre.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000Tram services to resume after two weeks of disruption
Tram services between East Croydon and Beckenham Junction, Elmers End and New Addington will resume on February 26 after two weeks of planned works.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 17:00:00 +0000'We're plagued by super rats attracted to food court - we want it shut down'
Hundreds have backed the immediate closure of Petticoat Lane Food Court in east London where residents say they are plagued by 'super rats'.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:40:00 +0000Plans to expand existing HMO into seven-bed 'high end' property in Rainham
An existing HMO in Rainham could be expanded to seven bedrooms in new plans submitted to Havering Council.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:24:06 +0000Ilford takeaway owner bans antisocial behaviour after man punched in viral video
The owner of an Ilford takeaway which has been in the centre of a viral video showing a group fight has warned that people causing trouble will be banned.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 16:00:00 +0000Met Police trainee groomed girl, 14, then went on to target even younger child
Oscar Devlin was in training to become a Met Police officer when he groomed a 14-year-old girl.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:50:00 +0000All the changes set for London buses in 2026
London buses are set for a range of changes in 2026, including fare freezes and new Superloop routes.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:50:00 +0000The Soho restaurant boasting 'world's coldest martini' at frozen -22'C
Bob Bob Ricard in Soho is serving what it claims is the world’s coldest martini at -22C, poured from frozen bottles without ice or dilution.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 15:06:35 +0000Police issue warning of ‘Bexley Wars’ as viral ‘Red vs Blue’ posts hit borough
Police have issued a warning after the “Red vs Blue school wars” social media posts reached Bexley.
Wed, 25 Feb 2026 14:57:36 +0000The UK's highest roof walk is now open at Alexandra Palace
Summit: Ally Pally, the UK's highest roof walk has opened at Alexandra Palace