Category: News

Sadiq Khan has expressed support for the movement towards the partial decriminalization of cannabis possession, following a comprehensive study indicating that the current policing methods may inflict more damage on society than the use of the drug itself. The research highlighted that stop-and-search practices disproportionately impact Black communities. “I have consistently emphasized the necessity for […]

A report supported by the Mayor of London advocates for the decriminalization of possessing small amounts of cannabis for personal use. The London Drugs Commission’s report, led by former Labour cabinet minister Lord Falconer, offers 42 recommendations, one of which involves removing natural cannabis from the Misuse of Drugs Act (MDA). Mayor Sadiq Khan remarked […]

The actress Letitia Wright has addressed the significant pressure surrounding the need for black filmmakers to portray stories of black experiences, as she gets ready to present her debut as a director. At 31, the Black Panther star has taken on the role of director for her short film, Highway to the Moon. This project […]

A young woman who has battled acne since childhood is now participating in a national initiative aimed at raising awareness about this common issue. Iqra Wasim, a 21-year-old from Fishponds, has been dealing with hormonal acne, attributed to polycystic ovary syndrome (PCOS), since she was 11 years old. She has joined a campaign that emphasizes […]

A man has pleaded not guilty to 11 charges of violating a restraining order by reaching out to former James Bond producer Barbara Broccoli. Daniel Wilson, 36, was prohibited from contacting Ms. Broccoli following a ruling from Isleworth Crown Court in 2017. It is claimed that Mr. Wilson breached this order by attempting to contact […]

An increase in economic difficulties is causing many older residents of London to experience anxiety, impacting their sleep and leading to feelings of isolation, as reported by Age UK London. The charity’s findings suggest that numerous older individuals are facing financial hardships, struggling with digital exclusion, and coping with the rising costs associated with housing […]

Transport for London (TfL) has suggested increasing the Congestion Charge by 20% to £18. Starting on January 2, the current daily fee of £15 for drivers operating in central London will be raised, marking the first adjustment since June 2020 when the charge surged by 30% from £11.50. Drivers who fail to pay the charge […]

A former firefighter from London is preparing to undertake a solo cycling journey around the globe to fund initiatives that support young individuals impacted by the Grenfell Tower fire. At 58 years old, Stephen Aslin will kick off his ambitious 30,000-mile bike ride from North Kensington, west London, on the eighth anniversary of the tragedy […]

Alan Yentob, who passed away at the age of 78, made an indelible mark as one of the most prominent broadcasters in Britain throughout the past five decades. Few successful programs on the BBC—where he dedicated his entire career—were not shaped by his contributions as a producer, commissioner, or presenter. His work encompassed a vast […]

Police have released the names of a mother and her three children who tragically perished in a house fire in north-west London early Saturday morning. Nusrat Usman, aged 43, along with her daughter Maryam Mikaiel, 15, and her two sons, eight-year-old Musa Usman and four-year-old Raees Usman, lost their lives when their home in Stonebridge, […]