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Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Claude Monet masterpiece unveiled as 41-square-metre mural in north London park
A towering tribute to impressionist art is brightening up a corner of north London.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Bow primary school rated ‘exceptional’ in six areas by Ofsted
A primary school has been rated "exceptional" in six areas under Ofsted’s renewed inspection framework.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 10:00:00 +0000How replacement doors and worktops are transforming kitchens across the UK
A complete kitchen renovation has long been considered one of the most disruptive and expensive home improvement projects a UK household can take on.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:50:12 +0000LIVE as MULTIPLE points failures cause suspensions and delays on tube lines
Multiple points failures have been reported on the London Underground network this morning, resulting in lines being suspended or experiencing delays.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:42:10 +0000LIVE as 70 minute delays hit M25 with 7 MILES of queues after crash
There are severe delays and miles of traffic on the M25 near Romford following a crash.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 09:16:07 +0000LIVE as BROKEN rail causes trains to be revised for HOURS
A broken rail has resulted in Southern rail services being revised this morning.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 08:46:56 +0000Two MAJOR London roads hit by overnight incidents as 'investigations' continue
Two separate incidents just hours apart have left major east London roads disrupted, with crash investigators at both locations and questions remaining about what happened overnight.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 07:29:32 +0000Microsoft outage continues across London over 10 hours as efforts to fix issue fail
Microsoft outage hits London, disrupting Outlook, Teams and Copilot for over 10 hours. Downdetector reports peaked at 140,000 amid global disruption.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 07:20:30 +0000LIVE updates as crash investigation shuts major London road overnight with buses diverted
Wood Lane in Barking and Dagenham remains closed in both directions following an incident last night, with crash investigation work continuing and two London bus routes diverted.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 07:10:54 +0000LIVE updates as crash investigation shuts major London road overnight with buses diverted
High Road Leyton remains closed in both directions this morning following an incident last night, with crash investigation work continuing and two London bus routes diverted.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 06:00:00 +0000Red hot offers you won't want to miss from You Garden
With guaranteed bright berries, fragrant flowers and beautiful foliage for year-round interest, this week’s You Garden offer brings together 10 tried and tested garden winners.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000You can now enjoy lobster and cocktails on a floating London restaurant
SeaGarden Boat has opened on Paddington Canal in London, serving fresh seafood, lobster platters and cocktails, with yoga brunches and private dining available.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000London Marathon runner's heartbreaking mission to get men talking about suicide
Plumstead man Harley Stacey-Green, 30, is running the 2027 London Marathon in memory of loved ones, raising £2,500 for the Mental Health Foundation.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Londoners returning to work in January face Tube strike disruption
London Tube strikes are planned for December 17 and 19 and January 4 and 6. See which Underground lines could be affected over Christmas and the first week back at work.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000You can climb inside the UK's highest snow globe in London this Christmas
The UK's highest snow globe returns to London's O2 until January 3, 2027. Discover the festive rooftop climb, falling snow, ticket prices from £44 and how to book.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000The London Tube platforms that feel freezing in winter and why
Discover London's coldest Tube lines and platforms this winter, with TfL temperature data revealing why some stations feel much colder than others.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Celebrate the magic of Charles Dickens' Christmas at home where he wrote a classic
Discover Christmas at London’s Charles Dickens Museum, with Victorian tours, A Christmas Carol performances, magic lantern shows and Christmas Eve events.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Two neighbouring London boroughs are 206 places apart in happiness rankings
Richmond upon Thames named Britain’s happiest place to live by Rightmove, while Greater London ranks least happy and Hounslow sits 207th nationally in the survey.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Biggin Hill school praised for ‘rapid improvements’ after major changes
A Biggin Hill primary school has been praised by Ofsted for making ‘rapid improvements’ following major changes to its leadership.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Almost entire Elizabeth line to shut for two days on Black Friday weekend
Almost the entire Elizabeth line will close on November 28 and 29, affecting Heathrow, central London and Christmas shoppers. Here's what you need to know.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000The exact time M25 Dartford Crossing drivers must pay by to avoid a hefty fine
Dartford Crossing drivers could face a £105 penalty for missing the Dart Charge deadline. Find out when to pay, current charges and how to avoid a fine.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000London's O2 is turning 20 and some HUGE names are coming to celebrate
London's O2 Arena is preparing to celebrate its 20th birthday in 2027, with some of the biggest names in music set to perform at the famous Greenwich venue.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000London faces bitterly cold Friday with temperatures dropping to 1C
London weather forecast: temperatures plunge to 1C for the morning commute, with sunshine, clear skies and just a 1% rain chance before a frosty night.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Met Police commended for protecting Jewish community after antisemitic attacks
The Metropolitan Police have been commended for their response to recent antisemitic attacks
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 07:26:52 +0000Star of The Bill, Lisa Maxwell’s daughter Beau Jessup dies unexpectedly aged 27
Beau Jessup, daughter of The Bill actress Lisa Maxwell, has died aged 27 while studying at Columbia Journalism School in New York.
Fri, 13 Nov 2026 06:58:29 +0000Channel 4 confirms release date for 'seductive' thriller with Bridgerton star
Channel 4 has confirmed when its new thriller Careless will be released and viewers do not need to wait long.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 06:49:56 +0000Creator of popular BBC show confirms it will be ending after its third series
The creator of Sherwood has confirmed it will be ending after the third series has been broadcast.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 05:00:00 +0000Barnet fly-tipping crackdown leads to £42,500 in fines after CCTV catches offenders
A pilot project in Barnet targeting fly-tippers has led to more than £40,000 worth of fines.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 19:43:44 +0000London council's war on nightmare neighbours goes behind the scenes on Channel 5
The fight against anti-social behaviour is taking centre stage in a TV documentary series.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 19:10:56 +0000Family's heartbreaking tribute to Hendon FC footballer who died after alleged assault
The family of a 26-year-old footballer who died after an alleged assault in Milton Keynes have paid tribute to him.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 18:22:42 +0000Pimlico road shut due to building on fire
Sutherland Street in Pimlico is closed both ways due to a fire today (November 12). Follow our blog for live updates.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 18:00:00 +0000The Carshalton pub with no TVs or music named one of Britain’s best
A Carshalton pub with no TVs, radio or background music has been named one of the best in Britain.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:50:20 +0000Woman 'sexually assaulted by man opposite her' on train to south east London
A woman has reportedly been sexually assaulted on a train heading to south east London near Bromley.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000A fleet of vintage buses will carry passengers to Hampstead Heath this weekend
Vintage London Transport buses will run on routes 24 and 29 from Camden Town to Hampstead Heath and Wood Green on November 15.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000Did you know accused comedian David Walliams has links to Sutton?
David Walliams, who has been accused of sexual misconduct by multiple women, went to school in Wallington and grew up in neighbouring Banstead.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 17:00:00 +0000London's Boris Bikes to stop working for four days
London's Santander Cycles will be unavailable from November 13 to 17 as TfL launches a new app. Here's when Boris Bikes will stop working and return.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 16:39:04 +0000Rabbi abused role as counsellor to sexually assault woman at synagogue
A Rabbi in Golders Green has been found guilty of sexually assaulting a woman he met through his religious and counselling role.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 16:29:19 +0000Historic London Wetherspoon pub transformed into children's soft play centre
Historic Forest Hill cinema The Capitol, formerly a Wetherspoon pub, reopens as Gambado indoor play centre after a £1.3m Lloyds-backed transformation.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 16:00:00 +0000West Hampstead fish cafe goes from zero hygiene rating to top marks after closure
West Hampstead's Wet Fish Cafe reopens with a top food hygiene rating of 5 after Camden Council inspectors found major improvements on November 11.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:33:28 +0000London sees fatal shooting, body in Thames and theme park evacuation within days
A woman found shot dead, a man stabbed multiple times and a body recovered from the River Thames are among a series of serious incidents that have unfolded across London in the first two weeks of November.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:32:15 +0000M25 to shut at multiple junctions this weekend with 19 closures planned
Drivers face 19 planned M25 closures between November 13 and 16, affecting routes around London, Kent and Essex. See the full list of roadworks.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:20:57 +0000Police tape surrounds east London crash scene as woman taken to major trauma centre
A woman has been taken to a major trauma centre after a collision on a busy road.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:13:00 +0000Major beauty brand has just opened a new store at Brent Cross shopping centre
Sephora opened at Brent Cross Shopping Centre on November 12, bringing exclusive beauty brands, expert services and festive gifts to north London.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:10:20 +0000Police requested at station after Eurostar bomb alert
A bomb alert has resulted in disruption to Eurostar services.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 15:01:38 +0000Bomb threat sparks Eurostar delays and long queues at London St Pancras International
Passengers were left waiting in long queues and facing delays after a bomb threat disrupted Eurostar services.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:54:35 +0000London's magical Christmas lights return today with thousands of fairies
The Strand's Christmas lights return with 96,000 LEDs and glowing fairies inspired by the Savoy Theatre. The free display runs until January 5, 2027.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:36:08 +0000WATCH as dramatic footage shows laughing gas driver hit 120mph during police chase
Dramatic footage shows a 120mph police chase on the A406 as officers tried to stop a driver driving dangerously and inhaling laughing gas.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:25:16 +0000West London crash blocks road with police on scene
Traffic disruption is building in west London following a crash on a busy route.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:24:13 +0000Chessington World of Adventures 2026 closure and reopening dates
Chessington has closed its main 2026 season but will reopen for Christmas from November 21. Here's when families can visit and what tickets cost.
Thu, 12 Nov 2026 14:10:53 +0000Man denies murdering woman after blood and shoe discovered near window
Mohamed Sheriff denies murdering Kerry Ann Goodbrand, 31, in Southwark after her death outside a window. Old Bailey trial set for May 24.