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Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Revealed: The Bromley station where passengers face the most delays
Penge East has been named the worst-performing train station in Bromley, according to the latest punctuality figures.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Hospital becomes first in south east London to introduce robot-assisted surgery
A hospital has become the first NHS centre in South East London to introduce robot-assisted surgery.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:38:53 +0100
Man rushed to hospital after stabbing in east London as air ambulance called
Man hospitalised after stabbing on New Road, Chingford. London Ambulance Service attended scene. MP Iain Duncan Smith urges witnesses to contact police.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:42:07 +0100
Person dies after crash closes busy east London route near City Airport
A person has died following a serious crash along Aspen Way in Poplar, near London City Airport.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:52:23 +0100
LIVE as broken down bus blocks east London road causing major station traffic
The A118 High St in Stratford is partially blocked due to a broken down bus.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:02:34 +0100
LIVE updates as multi-vehicle crash causes long delays on M25
A multi-vehicle crash has caused long delays on the M25 anticlockwise near Waltham Abbey this morning. Fire crews are at the scene, with lane closures causing heavy congestion. Follow our live updates for the latest information.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 08:17:52 +0100
LIVE updates as crash causes major delays on key route near London City Airport
A key Canary Wharf route has been closed in both directions after a crash on the A1261 Aspen Way.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 06:00:00 +0100
Save on your summer adventure gear in Red Equipment’s outlet
With summer in full swing, days by the beach are just what sunny skies are about.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
London Euston named capital's worst railway station for 'disgraceful' toilets
London Euston has been named the capital's worst major railway station for toilets, while Victoria came out on top in a new study.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Everything you need to know about Imperial College London
Discover everything you need to know about Imperial College London, including courses, rankings, campuses, transport and student life.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
How a London mum saved £50,000 on her dream garden makeover
A London mum has revealed how she saved £50,000 by transforming her neglected garden herself after being quoted £60,000 by landscapers.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Everything you need to know about the new two-day London Marathon
The London Marathon will become a two-day event in 2027. Here's everything you need to know about the historic change.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
These are all the London filming locations used in Spider-Man: Brand New Day
Spider-Man: Brand New Day starring Tom Holland and Zendaya was filmed in London; here's where.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 00:01:00 +0100
14,500 knives and weapons handed in at Home Office-backed surrender bins
Zombie-style knives, kitchen knives, and machetes were among more than 14,500 weapons dropped off in Government-backed amnesty bins since July last year, according to the Home Office.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:41:37 +0100
Redbridge Council submits £80m bid to DfT for Broadmead Road Bridge replacement
Redbridge Council is seeking £80 million in government funding to rebuild the Broadmead Road Bridge, through a formal bid.

Wed, 05 Aug 2026 09:00:51 +0100
Key town centre regeneration scheme reaches milestone
Lewisham Council has validated a fresh set of planning applications this week, here is the full list.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:00:00 +0100
'I ditched my corporate career so I could open my own record shop in Woolwich'
A lifelong record collector who swapped a corporate career to open an independent record shop in Woolwich says he hopes the business will become a welcoming community space for music lovers.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 18:00:00 +0100
Strike action planned for famous Greenwich attraction company next week
Workers at the Royal Museums Greenwich (RMG) are set to strike in a pay and conditions dispute next week.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:00:00 +0100
Patients waiting longer at Croydon A&E due to 'pressures out of hospital's control'
Patients are spending significantly longer in Croydon University Hospital’s A&E department, with new data showing average times have increased by nearly 52% since 2021.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:32:00 +0100
Inside Chislehurst’s £4.95m home with gym, six bathrooms and its own woodland
An eight-bedroom detached house set in 2.3 acres on a private Chislehurst road is being offered at a guide price of £4,950,000.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 10:00:00 +0100
Beloved Croydon café forced to close after 12 years due to 'rising costs'
A popular Croydon café has closed its doors for good after serving the Addiscombe community for 12 years.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Beckenham party restaurant ALLOWED to stay open later amid council row
A Beckenham restaurant can stay open later on two weekends this month despite a noise expert giving evidence that its music vibrated bed frames in nearby homes.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Major investment as Charlton regeneration to create 8,000 homes & 1,000 jobs
Major public investment in a new riverside neighbourhood in South London should see the creation of 8,000 new homes and 1,000 new jobs over the next 20 years.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 05:00:00 +0100
Huge update as former Bexley maternity hospital set for major transformation
Bexley Council’s development company, BexleyCo, has begun work on 121 new homes in Bursted Woods, Barnehurst, as part of efforts to provide high-quality housing for residents.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 19:33:51 +0100
Boy dies in drowning and man stabbed during horrific four days across London
A teenage boy has died after drowning in London and a man stabbed has been rushed to hospital during four days of major emergencies in London.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:24:30 +0100
Heartbreaking tribute as ‘instrumental’ boy, 14, drowns after entering dock water
A 14-year-old boy who died after drowning on the Isle of Dogs played a “instrumental” part in helping a football team win.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:10:39 +0100
Final chapter for popular book festival after a decade in north London park
Queen's Park Book Festival is holding its final edition in September with headliners including Sebastian Barry and Jacqueline Wilson

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:19:08 +0100
Boy who drowned after entering dock named for first time as 'talented footballer'
Banta Sillah, 14, named as boy who drowned in Millwall Outer Dock, Isle of Dogs, east London. Tower Hamlets footballer mourned amid UK water safety concerns.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:12:39 +0100
Recap: Broken down vehicle causes miles of congestion on M25
A lane is closed on the M25 clockwise near Sevenoaks causing seven miles of congestion.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 17:00:00 +0100
The cheapest hotels in London for the summer holidays from just £30 a night
Looking for cheap hotels in London? Discover budget-friendly hotels, capsule stays and hostels from around £30 a night this summer.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:30:12 +0100
Peter Kay is returning to London's O2 Arena this week – what fans need to know
Peter Kay is returning to London's O2 Arena this week. Here's everything you need to know about tickets, travel, timings and the venue.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:37:25 +0100
LIVE disruption updates between major London airport and train stations
There is major disruption between Reading / Heathrow Airport and London Paddington.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:26:00 +0100
'Weapons used on both sides' of large street fight before man stabbed to death
A man was stabbed to death in a large street fight near Clapham High Street, the Old Bailey heard.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:21:29 +0100
WATCH as driver reaches 130mph while doing NOS during chase down wrong side of M25
Dramatic footage shows the moment of a high-speed police chase in Croydon that ended on the M25 after the driver reached speeds of 130mph.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 16:13:55 +0100
'Heartbreaking' Sydenham café owners launch appeal after devastating fire destroys
Fire severely damages Kynd Café in Sydenham; major fundraising launched to support repairs and reopening. Community rallies to help local London business.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:53:00 +0100
Officer ‘felt like piece of meat’ in alleged sex assault by senior Met colleague
A Metropolitan Police inspector left a junior colleague feeling "like a piece of meat" by allegedly sexually assaulting her in a busy London bar, a court has heard.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:51:55 +0100
This north London Japanese restaurant surprised me for one unexpected reason
It is a dependable crowd-pleaser, although it lacked the extra punch of seasoning that would have made it truly memorable.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:44:49 +0100
The 12-seat cocktail bar down a hidden alley that's been named London's best
Time Out has named the best bars in London for 2026 and venues in Shoreditch, Harringay, Dalston and Islington came out on top.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:42:52 +0100
Major new M&S food hall to open in one of London's fastest-growing areas
Marks & Spencer has announced plans to open a brand-new food hall in Wembley Park, creating more than 60 jobs and bringing its market-style grocery offering to one of London's fastest-growing neighbourhoods.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:32:31 +0100
Passengers evacuated as Farringdon station closes with no trains stopping
Farringdon station evacuated after fire alarm; no trains stopping as TfL warns of travel disruption. Check latest updates and seek alternative routes.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:27:49 +0100
LIVE updates as Farringdon station evacuated after fire alarm sounds
Farringdon station has been evacuated after a fire alarm sounded, with trains unable to stop at the station. Follow our live updates for the latest travel information.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 15:06:29 +0100
Video shows desperate search for missing teen in east London dock tragedy
Tragic footage has captured the desperate efforts of emergency services searching for a teenager who drowned.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:51:54 +0100
Diana Memorial playground set to reopen after £3million refurbishment
The Diana, Princess of Wales Memorial Playground in Kensington Gardens is reopening after a £3 million refurbishment. Here's what families can expect.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:42:25 +0100
Everything you need to know before visiting London Designer Outlet
Planning a trip to London Designer Outlet? Here's everything you need to know about shops, restaurants, parking, opening times and discounts.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:31:12 +0100
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child celebrates 10 magical years in London
Harry Potter and the Cursed Child is celebrating a major milestone after reaching 10 years at London's Palace Theatre, having welcomed more than 2.5 million people through its doors since opening in 2016.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:31:12 +0100
Shocking photos show blackened ground following major grass fire in common
Shocking photos show the aftermath of a grassfire which tore through a common in Southeast London.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:23:24 +0100
The ultimate Gatwick Airport parking guide with prices, free parking and best options
Planning to drive to Gatwick Airport? Here's everything you need to know about parking, including Short Stay, Long Stay, Valet and free pick-up options.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:01:17 +0100
Incredible images revive London's lost river that flows from Hampstead Heath
The Fleet River has been buried for centuries but a new YouTube film uses historic maps and AI to imagine what it would look if it was above ground.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 14:00:30 +0100
Inside the major emergency response to tragic drowning of 14-year-old in London dock
Emergency services spent nearly four hours searching for a teenager who was tragically pulled from the water and pronounced dead.

Tue, 04 Aug 2026 13:33:56 +0100
Serious grass fire forces closure of major road and disrupts seven bus routes
A serious grass fire forced the closure of a major road and disrupted bus services.

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