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Sat, 23 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100Intellimen Football League Finals set to take place in London this Bank Holiday
Men across the UK are being invited to take practical action on their mental health, relationships and personal development at a national football event created to bring men together through sport, self-improvement and positive conversation.
Sat, 23 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100Intellimen Football League Finals set to take place in London this Bank Holiday
Men across the UK are being invited to take practical action on their mental health, relationships and personal development at a national football event created to bring men together through sport, self-improvement and positive conversation.
Sat, 23 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100Intellimen Football League Finals set to take place in London this Bank Holiday
Men across the UK are being invited to take practical action on their mental health, relationships and personal development at a national football event created to bring men together through sport, self-improvement and positive conversation.
Sat, 23 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100Intellimen Football League Finals set to take place in London this Bank Holiday
Men across the UK are being invited to take practical action on their mental health, relationships and personal development at a national football event created to bring men together through sport, self-improvement and positive conversation.
Sat, 23 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100Intellimen Football League Finals set to take place in London this Bank Holiday
Men across the UK are being invited to take practical action on their mental health, relationships and personal development at a national football event created to bring men together through sport, self-improvement and positive conversation.
Sat, 23 May 2026 09:56:37 +0100Major fire tears through Thornton Heath flats conversion in early-hours blaze
A major fire broke out in the early hours of this morning at a mid-terraced house converted into flats.
Sat, 23 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Wandsworth school celebrates 25th anniversary
Thames Christian School, in Wandsworth has celebrated its 25th birthday.
Sat, 23 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Waitrose store reopens after multi-million pound refurbishment
Little Waitrose Cheam welcomed customers back after a six-week refurbishment.
Sat, 23 May 2026 08:40:19 +0100Phil Collins says he ‘can’t see’ himself performing live again after health battles
Phil Collins has given a health update and said that he cannot see himself performing live again.
Sat, 23 May 2026 07:54:08 +0100UK to be hotter than the Seychelles this weekend as temperatures soar to 30C
Temperatures in the UK are expected to be higher than in the Seychelles this weekend.
Fri, 22 May 2026 14:46:02 +0100Southern Croydon trains cancelled this May bank holiday weekend
Several Croydon trains will not run this May bank holiday weekend.
Fri, 22 May 2026 14:40:52 +0100‘Cowardly’ teen fled abroad after role in fatal Croydon stabbing
A teenager who fled abroad after taking part in the ambush, robbery, and fatal stabbing of a young father in Croydon has been jailed.
Fri, 22 May 2026 12:38:26 +0100Rogue garage in Croydon shut down following resident complaints
A rogue garage in Thornton Heath has been shut down after complaints from residents, with Croydon Council taking enforcement action.
Fri, 22 May 2026 08:07:59 +0100Kingston man helped import millions of pounds of drugs
A Kingston man is among five people jailed for their roles in a major drug importation network.
Fri, 22 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Everything we know about the stalled Purley Pool development in Croydon
A huge redevelopment planned for an abandoned leisure centre in Croydon is yet to begin construction, so here’s everything we know so far.
Fri, 22 May 2026 14:49:30 +0100LEGO-inspired Batman installations took to the banks of the Thames
LEGO-inspired Batman installations took to the banks of the Thames, bringing a slice of Gotham City to central London.
Fri, 22 May 2026 14:47:13 +0100Peeling paint, mould and blocked gutters are the top home ‘blind spots’
The most common household ‘blind spots’ are peeling paint, mouldy sealant and blocked gutters, according to research.
Fri, 22 May 2026 13:25:48 +0100Wish You Were Here...? presenter Judith Chalmers dies aged 90 as fans pay tribute
Judith Chalmers, who has died at the age of 90, was well known for presenting the show Wish You Were Here...?
Fri, 22 May 2026 11:46:16 +0100Lidl makes change in UK stores with new 15p charge that will save shoppers money
Lidl is rolling out 15p paper carrier bags across all its UK stores as part of a major in-store change
Fri, 22 May 2026 11:45:46 +0100Tesco to introduce major change for Clubcard holders as several new items revealed
Tesco is launching a new hot meal deal range for thousands of Clubcard holders.
Fri, 22 May 2026 09:00:00 +0100Fashion retailer to shut all 37 stores by end of June amid administration - full list
Quiz is set to close its remaining 37 stores by the end of June after falling into administration back in February - see the full list of shops affected.
Fri, 22 May 2026 07:35:37 +0100BBC EastEnders legend quits show after almost 3 decades leaving fans 'heartbroken'
EastEnders fans have said an emotional goodbye to Karen Henthorn, who played Julie Bates on the BBC soap.
Fri, 22 May 2026 06:34:14 +0100Millions of Brits issued urgent skin cancer warning amid heatwave this weekend
Year after year, thousands of people are being diagnosed with the deadliest form of skin cancer.
Thu, 21 May 2026 11:35:20 +0100Surrey man raped two women and made victim barricade herself in hotel
A Surrey man who raped, assaulted and psychologically abused two women has been jailed for 24 years after a court heard one victim barricaded herself in a hotel bathroom in fear for her life.
Thu, 21 May 2026 09:20:38 +0100'Almost laughing' attackers flee after stabbing journalist in south London
Two men have been accused of carrying out a stabbing of a journalist in Wimbledon.
Thu, 21 May 2026 08:33:54 +0100RECAP after major Sutton road BLOCKED following early-morning crash
Cheam Road is partially blocked in both directions in Cheam following a crash.
Thu, 21 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Elections highlighted what Wandsworth residents really care about - transport
In her latest column Putney MP Fleur Anderson looks back on the local elections
Thu, 21 May 2026 12:40:30 +0100Asda and M&S slam Government food price cap idea as ‘preposterous and idiotic’
A Government minister denied any plans for price caps but confirmed ongoing discussions with supermarket chains.
Thu, 21 May 2026 12:39:10 +0100Martin Lewis furious after fake Nigel Farage Question Time fight story used in scam
Martin Lewis has revealed the bizarre fake story about Nigel Farage that convinced him the UK’s online scam problem is spiralling out of control.
Thu, 21 May 2026 10:00:00 +0100UK airline falls into administration with all flights cancelled and 41 jobs lost
UK luxury private jet operator Zenith Aviation Limited has fallen into administration, resulting in the loss of 41 jobs and cancellation of all flights.
Thu, 21 May 2026 08:32:41 +0100RAC issues urgent motorway warning as 19 million set to travel this bank holiday
Drivers have been issued a warning to expect heavy congestion this bank holiday.
Wed, 20 May 2026 11:58:51 +0100‘Selfish and cruel’ Surrey dance teacher sexually abused children for 30 years
A Surrey dance teacher who sexually abused several children over more than three decades has been jailed for 21 years.
Wed, 20 May 2026 05:00:00 +0100Remembering the ‘vibrant and creative’ Elianne Andam killed on way to school
This Knife Crime Awareness Week, we remember the life of a “vibrant and creative” girl whose life was tragically cut short after a stabbing in Croydon.
Wed, 20 May 2026 15:00:00 +0100Richmond cyclist completes 29,000km round the world ride
Cyclist Nick Franke, 28, from St Margarets, has completed a remarkable 29,000km round the world charity ride, spanning 32 countries.
Wed, 20 May 2026 14:46:37 +0100Hollywood star brings new product to over 450 Nando's stores for 'special' collab
Tom Holland's non-alcoholic beer brand, BERO, is now being served in over 450 Nando's restaurants nationwide.
Wed, 20 May 2026 14:32:31 +0100Half of sports fans now want to watch a game across the pond in person
American sports are booming in popularity in the UK – with half of sports fans now wanting to watch a game across the pond in person.
Wed, 20 May 2026 07:41:02 +0100BA issues update to passengers after cancelling flights to 7 major destinations
British Airways has cut flights to seven major destinations amid the ongoing war in the Middle East.
Tue, 19 May 2026 15:53:54 +0100Epstein-linked child abuse allegations spark Surrey Police investigation
Surrey Police investigate historic child sexual abuse linked to Jeffrey Epstein files, with incidents reported in Surrey and Berkshire from the 1980s–2000. No arrests yet.
Tue, 19 May 2026 08:27:55 +0100Stepmum accused of killing girl, 5, in Thornton Heath breaks down in court
A stepmother has been accused of killing a five-year-old girl by burning her in a hot bath in Thornton Heath.
Tue, 19 May 2026 16:00:00 +0100Historic Carshalton pub reopens after refurbishment
Historic Carshalton pub The Greyhound has reopened after undergoing a refurbishment in the main dining room and bar area, and a refresh of the private dining space.
Tue, 19 May 2026 10:03:47 +0100Nanny wins £71,000 Porsche despite not having a driving licence
Sarah Japuz from Croydon wins a £71,000 Porsche Cayenne GTS in an online competition run by BOTB.
Tue, 19 May 2026 15:30:53 +0100Strictly's new hosts confirmed as Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe
The BBC has confirmed that Strictly Come Dancing’s new hosts are Emma Willis, Josh Widdicombe and Johannes Radebe.
Tue, 19 May 2026 12:20:24 +0100Is Halifax about to disappear? Lloyds breaks silence on shock claims
Reports suggested Halifax could stop taking new customers later this year before existing account holders are gradually moved to Lloyds Bank
Tue, 19 May 2026 12:20:59 +0100M&S launches salad that lasts five days longer due to one clever trick
Marks & Spencer shoppers will soon find salad leaves that stay fresher for up to five days longer thanks to a new vertical farming method
Tue, 19 May 2026 11:44:19 +0100UK radio hosts set to make 'dream' cameo appearances in new Toy Story film
Capital hosts Jordan North and Sian Welby will make cameos in the new Pixar film Toy Story 5.
Tue, 19 May 2026 10:38:48 +0100UK charity shop chain with 500 stores announces more closures
Barnado’s, which operates more than 500 stores UK-wide, is shutting more stores this month, following a series of closures across the country.
Tue, 19 May 2026 09:19:41 +0100Channel 4 removes all MAFS UK episodes from streaming after sex assault allegations
Channel 4 has removed all seasons of Married at First Sight UK after "very serious allegations" made against former "contributors" of the show.
Tue, 19 May 2026 07:11:23 +0100Major UK train operator slashes services on its busiest routes this summer
Avanti West Coast has cut one-in-seven services on its busiest routes after a government request.
Mon, 18 May 2026 18:30:01 +0100Search for witnesses after woman 'sexually assaulted' on train from West Croydon
Police are searching for witnesses after a woman was sexually assaulted on a train from West Croydon.
Mon, 18 May 2026 14:41:46 +0100Bus driver fighting for life in hospital after assault near south London bridge
A bus driver is fighting for his life after an assault near a bridge in south London.