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A woman has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of another woman during a children’s birthday celebration in Stepney Green, East London, last year. Hope Rowe, aged 33, fatally stabbed 31-year-old Charlotte Lawlor in front of family and friends, including children, following a dispute at the gathering. Rowe received a minimum sentence of […]

A 12-year-old boy has tragically lost his life in a fire at an apartment in south-east London, as reported by the Metropolitan Police. Authorities received a call regarding the incident on Lewisham Road, SE13, around 23:55 BST on Tuesday night. Police arrived at the scene alongside the London Fire Brigade and the London Ambulance Service. […]

A century has passed since the artist’s residence, which gained fame as the backdrop for Spandau Ballet’s 1983 hit “Gold,” became a public museum. Frederic Leighton, a painter, initiated the construction of Leighton House in 1864. After his passing in 1896, while his art collection was sold, the house itself remained intact. Since 1900, visitors […]

Passengers aboard a ferry in Dover were kept on the vessel for several hours while authorities conducted a search for a murder suspect linked to the death of a man in east London. On Tuesday, the ferry departed for Calais but was quickly directed back to Dover within minutes. Once docked, the vessel underwent a […]

A new exhibition is set to showcase the original artworks of singer-songwriter Ed Sheeran. The pop icon ventured into the realm of painting in 2019, sharing that he has had a passion for art since his school days in Suffolk. Last year, between performances, he produced several pieces in an abandoned car park in London. […]

The High Court has been informed that land designated for the expansion of the Wimbledon tennis venue is legally safeguarded from development. The campaign organization Save Wimbledon Park (SWP) has initiated legal proceedings against the Greater London Authority (GLA) in response to its decision last year to permit the All England Club to significantly expand […]

A brand-new online directory designed to assist LGBTQ+ individuals facing mental health challenges is being launched in memory of Robin Windsor, a former professional dancer on Strictly Come Dancing. Windsor passed away unexpectedly in February 2024 at the age of 44, and an investigation into the circumstances surrounding his death is scheduled for January 2026. […]

Legendary heavy metal band Iron Maiden has been honored with a special UK coin to celebrate their 50th anniversary. Created by artist Albert “Akirant” Quirantes, the coin showcases the iconic mascot Eddie and includes concealed elements referencing the band’s history, albums, and tours. Band manager Rod Smallwood shared, “Featuring Eddie on an official UK coin […]

Transport for London (TfL) is presenting a fresh opportunity for a company interested in sponsoring the Waterloo & City line. This line, which operates on weekdays between the Bank and Waterloo Underground stations, was inaugurated in July 1898 and is commonly referred to as “The Drain.” In a post shared on the professional networking platform […]

A local woman has urged her council to eliminate four pedestrian crossings adorned in the colors of the transgender flag, arguing that they violate her rights as a Christian. The road markings located at Tavistock Place and Marchmont Street in Bloomsbury, central London, were introduced by Camden Council in 2021. Blessing Olubanjo, a resident of […]