Category: News

Residents of eight tower blocks in southeastern London have expressed their dissatisfaction over the fact that the project to replace the cladding deemed to be a “high fire risk” is “only partially completed.” Inhabitants of Royal Artillery Quays (RAQ) in Thamesmead have been advocating for over five years to ensure the safety of their homes […]

This weekend, London’s Exhibition Road will be closed to vehicles as the notable museums and institutions in South Kensington come together for the Great Exhibition Road Festival. As part of a variety of free activities slated for this occasion, three researchers from Imperial College London (ICL) will take the stage to tackle a curious inquiry: […]

London’s Mayor, Sir Sadiq Khan, faces calls to boost taxes and increase parking charges for SUVs from members of the London Assembly. The assembly unanimously passed a motion expressing concerns that the growing size of vehicles is inflicting damage on roadways, exacerbating traffic congestion, and heightening the risks of fatal and serious accidents for other […]

A court has announced that three individuals accused of committing arson on two properties and a vehicle associated with Sir Keir Starmer will stand trial in April of the upcoming year. Roman Lavrynovych, who is 21, and 26-year-old Stanislav Carpiuc participated in the hearing through a video link from the high-security Belmarsh prison located in […]

“People are in distress; we’re losing infants and mothers—this is a grave issue that demands our serious attention.” Clare Hughes, a photographer who experienced hyperemesis gravidarum (HG) during her pregnancy in 2017, spoke at the launch of her exhibition, Hidden Mothers, showcasing portraits of expectant women. It is estimated that between one and three out […]

The mayor of London has revealed that over 2,000 zero-emission buses are now operating on the city’s streets. Sir Sadiq Khan highlighted that Transport for London’s (TfL) fleet of zero-emission buses is the largest in Western Europe, outpacing those in cities like Paris, Berlin, and Madrid. Currently, this fleet constitutes more than 20% of the […]

This weekend, more than 200 gardens and galleries in London will open their doors for free, as part of an initiative to showcase the city’s diverse attractions. London Open Gardens (LOG) 2025 is making its highly anticipated return for the 26th time, allowing visitors to explore some of the city’s hidden private spaces, including a […]

A former professional football player has been brought before the court, facing charges of assault against Keisha Buchanan, a member of the Sugababes, as well as exercising control over her personal activities such as showering, wearing lipstick, and visiting the gym. Taiwo Leo Atieno, 39, is confronted with eight charges related to his former partner, […]

Royal Mail has unveiled a collection of 10 stamps celebrating the legacy and accomplishments of the Royal Observatory in Greenwich. This collection features four illustrations of telescopes, one depicting a clock, and an image of the original observatory structure known as Flamsteed House. Additionally, there are four special stamps dedicated to marine chronometers, innovated by […]

A wheel of Double Gloucester cheese, claimed during the annual cheese rolling competitions in Gloucestershire, is set to be offered to homeless individuals in north London. Ava Sender Logan, a 20-year-old first-time participant, secured the 7lb (3kg) cheese during the women’s race last month by careening down the steep incline of Cooper’s Hill in Brockworth. […]