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A heatwave in London is projected to push temperatures up to 33°C (91°F) this Saturday. The scorching weather this week, reaching its height on the summer solstice, has led many to flock to the capital’s outdoor pools and swimming ponds for relief. However, officials have issued warnings about the risks of heat-related health issues and […]

Postal service disruptions in certain areas of south London have left many residents feeling neglected by Royal Mail. Recent performance statistics reveal that only 70% of first-class mail reached its destination on time in Croydon, while Sutton fared slightly better at 71%—both figures fall short of the legal requirement of 93%. “It seems as though […]

A British duo, anxious about the possibility of being expelled from Australia after one partner was diagnosed with multiple sclerosis (MS), have expressed their “pride” in being awarded permanent residency. Jessica Mathers, hailing from Cheshire, had earlier received a notice that the significant expenses associated with her treatment were the cause of their initial application’s […]

Islington Council has achieved the distinction of being the top-rated single-tier local authority in the United Kingdom for its commitment to combating climate change, while the Greater London Authority (GLA) has been recognized as the best among combined authorities. The rankings in Climate Emergency UK’s “climate scorecard” stemmed from the initiatives undertaken by councils to […]

A teenager who fatally stabbed his former friend, 15-year-old Pharrell Garcia, with a pocket knife in East London has been sentenced at the Old Bailey after admitting to the crime in a message to his online girlfriend. The 16-year-old youth, whose identity is protected due to his age, received a seven-year prison sentence for manslaughter, […]

The introduction of new Piccadilly line trains has been postponed by up to a year from the original schedule. These 94 fully walk-through trains, equipped with air conditioning and CCTV, were initially set to be available for passenger travel in late 2025. Transport for London (TfL) has now indicated that the launch is anticipated in […]

The government has intensified its preparations for the potential temporary nationalization of Thames Water, according to the environment secretary. During a Parliament session on Thursday, Steve Reed announced that the government is “prepared for all scenarios,” which may include taking control of the troubled water utility “if necessary.” Earlier this month, Thames Water encountered a […]

A 69-year-old woman has been accused of murdering another woman, who was discovered with fatal stab wounds in her residence in Camden, north London. Jennifer Abbott, who also went by the name Sarah Steinberg, was found deceased by her niece and neighbors at her Mornington Place home on June 13. Witnesses reported that she had […]

This summer, the Metropolitan Police will increase their patrols at major music events in the city to enhance the safety of female attendees. The police will maintain a more visible presence at 51 concerts across London as part of their efforts to combat violence against women and girls (VAWG). Officers will collaborate with event organizers […]

A 66-year-old woman has been taken into custody on suspicion of murder following the discovery of a 69-year-old woman who had been fatally stabbed in her residence in north London. Emergency responders arrived at the scene in Mornington Place, Camden, after receiving a call regarding an unresponsive individual at approximately 6:00 PM BST on Friday, […]