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Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:51:52 +0000
No arrests as police investigate double stabbing of two teenagers in Plaistow
Two teenagers were taken to hospital after being stabbed in Plaistow on Wednesday night.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 08:40:24 +0000
LIVE updates as crime scene in place after two teenagers stabbed in Plaistow
A crime scene is in place after reports of multiple stabbings in east London.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:48:57 +0000
Two males rushed to hospital after DOUBLE stabbing minutes apart
Two people have been taken to hospital after being found stabbed just minutes apart.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 07:29:24 +0000
Man guilty of petrol bomb attack on migrant hotel
A man has been convicted of throwing a flaming petrol bomb at the entrance of a hotel housing migrants in Islington.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 06:00:00 +0000
Save up to 20% on Riviera Travel’s 2027 holidays in Black Friday sale
Riviera Travel’s Black Friday sale has landed and right now, you can save up to 20% on selected 2027 holidays.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
The Elizabeth line ends at Abbey Wood – but that wasn't the only idea
Why does the Elizabeth line end at Abbey Wood instead of Dartford? Discover the history of Crossrail's proposed extension and TfL's latest position on future plans.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Why London's Tube trains struggle with fallen leaves every autumn
Discover why fallen leaves cause delays on London's Tube, Overground and National Rail services, and how specialist trains tackle slippery tracks every autumn.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Londoners can look forward to sunshine and almost no rain today
London is forecast a dry and bright Thursday, October 29, with sunny spells, highs of 16C and less than a 5% chance of rain. See the Met Office forecast.

Thu, 29 Oct 2026 05:00:00 +0000
Oxford Street cyclists could face hefty fines for breaking these rules
London cyclists are being warned about lesser-known cycling offences, with fines of up to £1,000 for careless riding, faulty equipment and cycling under the influence.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:00:00 +0000
Lewisham teacher who thought she had covid diagnosed with rare chest cancer
A Lewisham teacher who thought her cough was Covid turned out to have rare stage-three chest cancer.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 18:22:27 +0000
Police share MAJOR update after man stabbed and teen girl, 17, ‘assaulted’
Police have shared a significant investigation update after a stabbing on Taunton Way in Stanmore.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:37:24 +0000
‘Long delays’ on A406 North Circular near station after manhole collapses
There are long delays on the A406 North Circular near Redbridge due to a collapsed manhole.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 17:11:21 +0000
A crash on the M25 has led to MILES of traffic at rush hour
Traffic is queueing on the M25 after a crash.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:55:34 +0000
Crash on MAJOR south London bridge stops traffic both ways
A major south London bridge is shut due to a crash.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:38:52 +0000
Where Londoners can pick up a Remembrance poppy this year
Find out where to get a Remembrance poppy in London for 2026, including supermarkets, railway stations and London Poppy Day on October 29.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:35:56 +0000
Van fire on busy part of M25 causes delays of over half an hour and miles of traffic
An HGV fire has closed a motorway slip road.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:34:36 +0000
Two homes three miles apart targeted by burglars in one week
Two homes three miles apart, in Sidcup and Bexley in south east London, were targeted by burglars last week.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 16:00:18 +0000
House completely destroyed after large house fire near Queen Elizabeth Hospital
A house has been completely destroyed after a fire in Woolwich near to Queen Elizabeth Hospital.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:58:16 +0000
London station's only mainline passenger lift to close for months
Londoners travelling through Liverpool Street station are being warned of months of disruption as its main passenger lift prepares to close for a major refurbishment.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:49:24 +0000
TfL disruptions as tree on track and engineering works suspend services
London commuters face severe TfL disruptions this afternoon on the Tube and Overground, including the District, Piccadilly, and Central lines.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:42:52 +0000
There is NO ESTIMATE for reopening on M2 following fatal crash
The M2 in Kent remains closed in both directions, with no estimate for when it will reopen.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:16:01 +0000
Lorry fire causes chaos and major congestion on the M25
Drivers are facing delays on a major motorway following a lorry fire near a busy junction on the M25.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:11:50 +0000
Greggs opens new central London branch - with 12 new jobs created
Greggs has opened a new shop at New Street Square in Central London, creating 12 jobs and serving sausage rolls, steak bakes, breakfast items and festive treats.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:06:31 +0000
Two boys, both 15, at centre of police investigation after Leyton stabbing
A 15-year-old boy has been arrested on suspicion of grievous bodily harm after another teenager was stabbed in Leyton.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 15:01:29 +0000
Popular chicken chain opens new London branch with free food
Wingstop opens its first Harrow restaurant today, October 28, offering eight free chicken or boneless wings to the first 100 customers at St George's Shopping Centre.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:54:59 +0000
Boy, 15, in hospital with potentially life-changing injuries after Leyton stabbing
A 15-year-old boy is in hospital with potentially life-changing injuries after being stabbed in Leyton.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:43:26 +0000
Knifeman 'asked victim 'do you want to die?' during rampage where 10 were stabbed'
Cambridge Crown Court heard how Anthony Williams allegedly stabbed 10 people on a London-bound LNER train during a five-minute rampage.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:41:37 +0000
New photos show a traffic-free Oxford Street with cars, buses and bikes banned
Oxford Street has become traffic-free between Orchard Street and Great Portland Street, with cars, buses and bikes banned as London's pedestrianisation begins.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:30:12 +0000
£100 energy bill support to be sent directly to bank accounts for 20 million people
John Healey has announced a £100 energy payment for 20 million households in council tax bands A to D, with money paid directly into bank accounts this winter.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:27:19 +0000
The M25 turns 40 – and it looks very different from 1986
The M25 celebrates its 40th anniversary on October 29, 2026, marking four decades since Margaret Thatcher opened the final section of London's 117-mile orbital route.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:14:14 +0000
Everything we know after double shooting sparks lockdown near O2 Academy Islington
A night out in Islington turned to chaos after a double shooting forced a concert venue into lockdown.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 14:07:40 +0000
Homes near Queen Elizabeth Hospital evacuated after large house fire
Homes near Queen Elizabeth Hospital have been evacuated after a large fire which has spread.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:47:50 +0000
Road near Queen Elizabeth Hospital BLOCKED due to house fire
Emergency services are at Stadium Road near Shooters Hill near the Blackheath end today (October 28).

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:55:12 +0000
Fan's terrifying account of concert ending mid-song as SHOOTING unfolds
A night out at a concert took a terrifying turn for one audience member after a shooting nearby forced a venue lockdown and emergency evacuation.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 13:00:09 +0000
Four London men jailed after £13.8m cannabis haul made suitcases too heavy
Four men from London who tried to smuggle £13.8 million worth of cannabis into Birmingham Airport in suitcases have been jailed.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:48:36 +0000
Londoners urged to stock up and prepare for three days without essential services
The Government's Be Ready campaign urges Londoners to prepare three days of emergency supplies, including bottled water, tinned food, torches, medication and cash.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:40:02 +0000
Lewisham rapper says show ‘was amazing’ after double shooting outside O2 Academy
Lewisham rapper Catch, who was headlining an O2 Academy show, which had a shooting happen outside the venue has said her show “was amazing”.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:44:29 +0000
NO ARRESTS yet as double-shooting rocks north London community with two hospitalised
No arrests have been made after after a shooting in Islington which police described as an “incredibly reckless incident."

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 12:35:49 +0000
Joe & The Juice ordered to remove giant cup from storefront
A giant cup outside a Joe & The Juice in Camden has been taken down after being put up without planning permission.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:33:03 +0000
Fate of shows set for tonight unclear after shooting at major music venue
Two people have been taken to hospital following a reported shooting near the 02 Academy Islington.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:42:31 +0000
What today's Budget could mean for your money in London
Find out what the Autumn Budget 2026 could mean for Londoners, including household bills, income tax, council tax, housing, TfL funding and pensions.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:38:59 +0000
Business owners horrified by 'unexpected' O2 shooting
Business owners and their regulars in Angel, Islington, have been left shocked after last night's shooting.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:23:19 +0000
M2 tragedy as pedestrian dies after being struck by HGV and other vehicles
A man has died after being struck by an HGV and other vehicles on the M2 near Gillingham.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:52:33 +0000
Major shopping centre CLOSED after DOUBLE shooting that has caused 'significant fear'
Two people have been taken to hospital following a reported shooting near the 02 Academy Islington, which has closed a shopping centre.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 11:11:15 +0000
Another famous London shopping street is going traffic-free
Camden High Street's pedestrianisation will become permanent after an 18-month trial, with 57% supporting the scheme and further improvements planned.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:55:02 +0000
Man suffers life-changing injuries after 'reckless' double shooting near O2 Academy
Two men have been taken to hospital after a shooting in Islington which police described as an “incredibly reckless incident”.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:39:42 +0000
Major London Tube station to become exit-only from January
Angel Underground station will become exit-only on weekends and bank holidays from January 2, 2027, as TfL works to extend the life of its ageing escalators.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:22:10 +0000
Eight London Overground stations shut after train derailment
Eight London Overground stations are without services after a freight train derailed near Barking, with Suffragette line disruption potentially lasting into next week.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:10:50 +0000
Everything we know so far after reported shooting near O2 Academy Islington
Two people have been taken to hospital following a reported shooting near the 02 Academy Islington.

Wed, 28 Oct 2026 10:00:14 +0000
Photos from SHOOTING scene show huge police cordon along major road in north London
Photos from the scene show a huge police cordon after a reported shooting near the 02 Academy Islington.

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