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Thu, 09 Apr 2026 09:45:00 +0100Legendary Austrian dessert with secret recipe in London for limited time
The Lanesborough is offering a pop-up event with Vienna's Hotel Sacher, serving up the legendary sacher-torte until the end of May
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:51:51 +0100Man accused of leading Al-Shabaab activities charged with terror offences
Jermaine Grant, 43, charged in London with Al-Shabaab terrorism offences under the Terrorism Act after a Counter Terrorism Policing investigation.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:31:57 +0100Commuter warning as travel disruption hits London Underground
London Underground and Overground commuters face delays on Bakerloo, Circle, Elizabeth, Metropolitan and Windrush lines.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 08:15:20 +0100Dad’s tribute to son stabbed to death ‘while filming on new camera’ in Primrose Hill
A dad has paid tribute to his son who was stabbed to death in Primrose Hill while out "filming on his new camera", according to reports.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:24:15 +0100Boy, 14, shot dead in Woolwich weeks after birthday was 'kind' and 'gentle soul'
A 14-year-old boy who was shot dead in Woolwich just weeks after his birthday has been described as a “kind” and “gentle soul”.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 07:14:16 +0100LIVE as investigation continues after man stabbed to death in Primrose Hill
21-year-old Finbar Sullivan stabbed to death in Primrose Hill.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:06:00 +0100Grade II listed semi-detached period family home in St John's Wood, NW7
A beautifully presented Grade II listed semi-detached period residence extending to approximately 3,003 sq ft (278 sq m) with five bedrooms, five reception rooms and four bathrooms in St John's Wood, NW8
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 06:00:00 +0100Get your house back to being the best looking home on the street!
A lick of paint on the inside walls of our home is a doable project but what about when it comes to the exterior of your property?
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100This London coffee shop is changing lives and has been named among the UK’s best
Redemption Roasters has been named among the UK's best coffee shops. Find out why.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100The best commuter towns near London for 2026 for space, schools and trains
The Sunday Times has revealed the best commuter towns near London for 2026, highlighting 14 locations with strong transport links and lifestyle appeal.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100'Leaving school should be the moment doors open - that's why we're creating jobs'
Column Natasha Irons MP - For too many young people in Croydon, the hardest step in life is the first one.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Shopping centre celebrates 30th anniversary with free events
St George’s Shopping Centre in Harrow is celebrating 30 years with a full month of free family events.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100London Underground's shortest tube line with just two stations
With just two stations and covering just over 2km, Waterloo and City is the shortest line on the London Underground.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Labour vows to freeze council tax and reverse cuts to essential services
Harrow Council Labour opposition group leader Cllr David Perry on what his party would do differently if they win in May's local elections.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Subway branch with food 'unfit for human consumption' and evidence of pests
A Subway near Liverpool Street station was found storing peppers 'unfit for human consumption' during an inspection.
Thu, 09 Apr 2026 05:00:00 +0100Care home residents donate Easter eggs to children in hospital
Residents at Signature at Highgate care home in The Bishops Avenue donated eggs to young patients at the Whittington Hospital and Barnet General Hospital.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 20:23:27 +0100Dozens of firefighters tackle huge fire at abandoned terraced flats
Dozens of firefighters tackled a large blaze at a derelict building in west London.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:25:22 +0100RECAP after firefighters battle blaze at abandoned building
Eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters are tackling a blaze at a derelict building on Horsenden Lane South in Perivale.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 19:08:17 +0100Brothers jailed for 18 years after 'horrific' rape of woman following Christmas event
Two brothers who raped a woman have been jailed following a Christmas event.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 18:00:00 +0100The couple celebrating 66 years of 'devotion, resilience and shared achievement'
Maurice and Shirley celebrate 66 years of marriage at Magnolia Court Care Home. The couple have deep ties to London’s Jewish and social care communities.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 17:38:03 +0100Teen shot dead and three others killed in week of London shootings and stabbings
London has been rocked by a devastating surge of violence over the past week, with four separate murder investigations launched following a series of fatal shootings and stabbings across the capital.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:59:23 +0100Woman rushed to hospital after crash on busy street
A woman has been rushed to hospital after a crash in Southall.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:39:02 +0100London Transport Museum depot opening doors to public for four days only
London Transport Museum's Acton depot open days are set to commence this week, celebrating over 200 years of transport history.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 16:04:14 +0100Major disruption hits Southeastern trains with delays and cancellations all day
Southeastern trains face major delays and cancellations due to multiple signalling failures across London, Kent and East Sussex. Check travel updates before your journey.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:50:00 +0100The man who woke up to find 'half his head missing' after horror Tube fall
A man woke up to find a life-changing industry after falling down the stairs at a London Tube station.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:49:19 +0100All you need to know about next month’s local London council elections
Londoners will vote in borough council elections on May 7, with more than 1,800 seats up for grabs across all 32 boroughs.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:38:25 +01005 Tube lines suffer severe delays as disruption spreads across London
London Underground faces severe delays on Bakerloo, Circle, District, Hammersmith & City, Central and Elizabeth lines. Check before travel; allow extra time.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:33:24 +0100The new Marston's sports pub set to rival the stadium experience
The Hare & Hounds, a much-loved community venue has reopened under Marston's new Grandstand sports pub brand
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:27:55 +0100Man taken to hospital after crash near tube station
A man is in hospital after emergency services were called to a crash.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:20:42 +0100Man extradited from France in court charged with arson murder over London fire
Fouad Boudra, extradited from France, appears at the Old Bailey charged with Walthamstow arson murder after fatal house fire kills two men in east London.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:08:40 +0100Man, 21, stabbed to death in Primrose Hill was 'music video director'
A man killed in a double stabbing at Primrose Hill was a music video director for a series of rap artists.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 15:00:01 +0100Queen Elizabeth II fashion items going on display for first time this week
An exhibition celebrating the fashion of Queen Elizabeth is set to open at Buckingham Palace this week
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:59:34 +0100Plans for telecoms mast to almost double in height in residential area
Plans to increase a telecom mast to 20 metres in Croydon have been submitted, with potential concerns over visual impact in a residential area
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:49:25 +0100Croydon restaurant plans to extend late-night opening hours - but people object
Plans to extend a Croydon restaurant’s opening hours to 2am have sparked resident concerns over noise and anti-social behaviour.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:49:43 +0100Princess Diana aide banned after court rejects ‘catastrophic’ plea
Anne Beckwith-Smith, former lady-in-waiting to Princess Diana, banned from driving for 6 months after traffic offences in Wiltshire, court rules.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:39:32 +0100Search for ‘group of men armed with knives’ after large fight
A fight reportedly took place involving a group of men armed with knives in Ewell.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 14:28:00 +0100Man guilty of having dangerous German Shepherd after series of park attacks
Darren Bennett pleaded guilty to offences after a series of dog attacks in Harrow.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:20:04 +0100Man, 21, stabbed to death in Primrose Hill named and pictured for first time
A man who died after being fatally stabbed at a popular London viewpoint has been named for the first time.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:58:00 +0100The new half marathon set to take runners through south London in 2027
A new closed-road half marathon will launch in south London in 2027, with runners set to race through Merton, Wimbledon and local parks.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:54:45 +0100Teen girl shot dead after night with friends 'had no links to crime'
Tanesha Melbourne-Blake, 17, was fatally shot in Tottenham, north London. Murder trial of Marcus La Croix underway at the Old Bailey. Trial continues.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:34:18 +0100Gang smuggled drugs and USB sticks into London prison with corrupt guard
Gang jailed for smuggling USB sticks and cannabis into HMP Isis, south London, with help from a corrupt prison officer. Sentences at Snaresbrook Crown Court.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:21:00 +0100'Where are the police?' - Residents demand action after fatal Primrose Hill stabbing
Residents are calling for more police in the streets after another fatal stabbing in Primrose Hill.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:21:33 +0100Penge man threatened to kill chicken shop worker with imitation gun over garlic sauce
Teen jailed for three years after threatening south London chicken shop worker with imitation firearm in garlic sauce dispute.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:06:20 +0100Widespread London Underground disruption due to multiple incidents
London Underground faces severe delays and part-suspensions across multiple Tube lines today due to points failures and incidents. Check travel updates.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 13:00:00 +0100Erith bungalow could be turned into HMO for seven people
A bungalow in Erith could be transformed into a seven-bedroom house share under plans now being considered by Bexley Council.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:51:47 +0100TfL confirms District line part suspension — what it means for commuters
District line suspended between Ealing Broadway and Turnham Green due to signal failure. TfL advises using London Buses and checking travel updates.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:48:41 +0100Major emergency services response as Tate Modern evacuated after incident
The Tate Modern has been evacuated following an incident at the museum, sparking a major emergency response.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:49:31 +0100RECAP after emergency services 'evacuate' Tate Modern
A significant emergency service presence has been noted by the Tate Modern this afternoon.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:34:07 +0100Noisy tenant fined and shop caught selling vapes to kids in crackdown
A tenant has been fined for noise nuisance and a shop penalised for selling vapes to children following investigations in south east London.
Wed, 08 Apr 2026 12:24:31 +0100Inside the new 'chocolate paradise' that has just opened at huge shopping venue
Swiss chocolatier Lindt has opened a new store at Westfield Stratford, offering a 'chocolate paradise' for shoppers