Category: News

A KFC franchisee in south-east London has been ordered to pay nearly £70,000 following an incident where a manager referred to an Indian employee as a “slave” and compelled him to work overtime, as reported by a tribunal. Madhesh Ravichandran, originally from Tamil Nadu in India, commenced his employment at the West Wickham KFC location […]

At Wilbury Primary School in Edmonton, located in north London, a group of children aged 10 is learning the critical lesson about the risks of accepting food from strangers. While free food may seem enticing to these hungry youngsters, it can lead to dangerous situations, including involvement in drug trafficking. “County lines refers to the […]

For several decades, collecting Panini football stickers has been a cherished aspect of football culture, and now enthusiasts can acquire stickers featuring players from the Women’s Super League 2 (WSL 2). Among the initial players featured in these stickers are Katie Bradley and Jodie Hutton from Charlton Athletic. Bradley shared with BBC London, “When I […]

A French bistro that has been a fixture in Covent Garden since World War II is offering its interior decor for sale prior to a renovation. Founded in 1943 by two siblings, the restaurant was passed on to its maitre’d, Alain Lhermitte, in 1973. Mon Plaisir is recognized as “London’s oldest family-run French dining establishment.” […]

For numerous families, the essence of Christmas hinges on attending the pantomime. Yet for some, that magical experience can seem unattainable. The bustling crowds, loud sound effects, and bright lights can transform what should be an enchanting occasion into an overwhelming one. For both children and adults who have sensory or learning differences, the traditional […]

Passengers traveling on the London Overground should anticipate disruptions during the holiday season due to essential track replacement activities. Between December 27 and January 4, train services on the Mildmay line will be suspended between Camden Road and Richmond/Shepherd’s Bush. However, a special service will be available running from Willesden Junction to Stratford, with a […]

Siblings facing eviction from their lifelong residence after their mother’s unexpected passing have reached out to Hackney Council, seeking “fair treatment and empathy.” Joanne Thompson, 44, and her brother Calvin Gray, 55, risk losing the home they’ve inhabited for over forty years due to the fact that their mother’s tenancy, originally held by their father, […]

New statistics reveal that incidents of sexual offences on the London Underground have surged to their highest level in five years, according to recently published data. In the period from 2024-25, there were 595 recorded sexual offences across the various Tube lines, marking the highest figure since the 2019-20 period, which saw 776 reports. Between […]

A man has been accused of murder following the fatal stabbing of a 40-year-old individual in a flat located in north-west London, according to the Metropolitan Police. Authorities responded to the residence at Tollgate House, Tollgate Gardens, Maida Vale around 21:40 GMT on Friday evening. Emergency services provided treatment for the victim’s stab injuries at […]

Authorities are seeking assistance from the public in the search for a 13-year-old boy who has been missing for almost two weeks. Abdul, whose last name is withheld due to his age, was last spotted on December 13th when he departed from his family residence in Islington, North London, wearing a black tracksuit and white […]