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In London, Christmas reflects a vibrant tapestry of global traditions and culinary delights. From roast turkey accompanied by Iranian dishes to Indian curries and traditional Hanukkah doughnuts, Londoners embrace a variety of ways to celebrate the festive season. Pooja’s Christmas morning in Croydon starts with a classic Gujarati breakfast, before moving on to the excitement […]

A church in East London has embraced sustainability by installing over 100 solar panels and four heat pumps, backed by a £170,000 investment in eco-friendly technology. St Paul’s West Hackney now produces approximately 70% of its energy needs through the use of 104 solar panels and four air source heat pumps. Funding for this initiative […]

A musician has expressed concern that busking in central London is “gradually fading away,” highlighting that the reduction of traditional performance spaces is compelling many artists to abandon their careers and is detrimental to the cultural vibrancy of the city. Currently, the sole designated busking site in Trafalgar Square is unavailable due to the Christmas […]

The British Transport Police (BTP) have issued a photograph of an individual they wish to interview regarding the alleged assault of two young children in west London. This incident reportedly took place around 4:00 PM GMT on December 11 at White City Underground station, as stated by law enforcement officials. According to the BTP, a […]

The London Fire Brigade (LFB) has issued a safety alert regarding candle usage ahead of the Christmas season, following an incident in south London where a candle is believed to have ignited a flat fire. On Monday evening, six fire engines and approximately 40 firefighters responded to a fire at a maisonette located on Stockwell […]

Christmas abounds with various traditions, from spirited debates on politics over a dry turkey to leaving out mince pies and drinks for Father Christmas. Many customs that we cherish every year trace back to the capital. While it’s well-known that the Germans influenced the popularity of the Christmas tree, this particular tradition in the UK […]

“I believe our strong sense of social awareness can be traced back to our personal histories,” shares Eva King, as she tends to her 101-year-old husband, Herbert, in their home. The couple, who crossed paths in London, both have roots in Vienna, Austria, where they were born during the early decades of the 20th century. […]

A woman has lost her life after a house fire occurred in Peckham. The London Fire Brigade reported that their control center received 22 calls regarding the blaze on Bath Close, with the first notification coming in at 10:00 PM GMT on December 22. The fire led to damage on part of the second floor […]

A volunteer with Crisis at Christmas shared his inspiring story with the BBC, detailing how the organization transformed his life after he found himself living on the streets of London. Con recounted that, following a breakup with his partner, he had no option but to sleep rough as he lost both his job and home […]

Greta Thunberg has been detained during a demonstration in support of Palestine Action activists who are currently on hunger strike while imprisoned, according to the protest group Prisoners for Palestine. The 22-year-old climate activist was apprehended in London’s financial district after joining the early morning protest on Fenchurch Street. In footage released by the group, […]