Book swap to return to some Tube stations
The scheme was suspended in March following fire safety concerns raised by the London Fire Brigade. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1re5b8p Read More
Boys 'need role models to combat online misogyny'
Relatable male role models are needed to counter misogyny boys see online says the London Assembly. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hfZ3LBW Read More
Film buffs wanted for London Zoo's film archive
ZSL wants volunteers to identify material from hundreds of film reels discovered in its archive. from BBC News https://ift.tt/1VmFJz2 Read More
Watch: Londoner creates live 3D Tube map
Ben James recreated nine of the 11 Tube lines in his interactive map, with coding assisted by AI. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8nbhKYI Read More
Pilot's 1930 Australia flight to be celebrated
The 95th anniversary of aviation pioneer Amy Johnson's 10,000-mile flight to Australia will be marked. from BBC News https://ift.tt/S8...Read More
Dubois to fight Usyk at Wembley Stadium on 19 July
Britain's Daniel Dubois and Ukraine's Oleksandr Usyk will meet in an undisputed heavyweight contest at Wembley Stadium on 19 July. ...Read More
Priority seats redesigned for London transport
Transport for London hopes the new design will make the seats will be easier for passengers to spot. from BBC News https://ift.tt/luZRWic ...Read More
Watch: Londoner creates live 3D Tube map
Ben James recreated nine of the 11 Tube lines in his interactive map, with coding assisted by AI. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kaYy1HC Read More
Gang members trafficked women to UK as sex workers
Women were trafficked to the UK from Romania and lived with their "controllers" at rented properties. from BBC News https://ift....Read More
Sale second as Ford scores try in win over Sarries
England fly-half George Ford scores his first try for Sale as the Sharks beat Saracens in a fiery match to move up to second in the Premiers...Read More
American consortium completes Leyton Orient takeover
American consortium GSG LOFC Limited have completed the takeover of Leyton Orient, the League One club have confirmed. from BBC News https...Read More
Clark gets five as Surrey bowl out battling Somerset
Jordan Clark takes 5-68 for champions Surrey, but Somerset fight hard to make 283 all out in an absorbing day at the Kia Oval. from BBC Ne...Read More
Van freed after two years trapped in car park
It is thought up to 40 vehicles were left trapped in a car park stack since December 2022. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KeiZLV8 Read More
Police watchdog complains to Ofcom over BBC's Panorama on Chris Kaba
The Chris Kaba episode initially aired without the IOPC's response to claims made by an ex-employee. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jHp0...Read More
Doctor killed in car park a 'tragic accident'
Dr Anjum Afshan was walking to catch a bus after work when she was struck by a van reversing in her hospital's car park. from BBC News...Read More
Millions of vapes seized in illegal trade crackdown
Single-use vapes are among the main driving forces of the black market, the BBC is told. from BBC News https://ift.tt/LDKzZSx Read More
Brain-costumed man determined to beat world record
Alex Paget will run the race as a giant pink brain to raise money and awareness of post concussion syndrome. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...Read More
Art trail launched in Regent's Park Estate
Twelve site-specific art installations have been placed throughout the Regent's Park Estate. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8tlgfWK Read More
'Our daughters will be with us', say dads of Southport victims running London Marathon
David Stancombe and Sergio Aguiar tell BBC daughters will be with them in spirit during London race. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ux9sf4S ...Read More
Veteran runner's face mapped in marathon tribute
Bill O'Connor is to take part in the London Marathon - as he has every single year since it began. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CclMyJ...Read More
British Library extension project to begin in 2026
The £1.1bn project includes a new full-height foyer, new public entrances and commercial space. from BBC News https://ift.tt/XsjJwcL Read More
Council seeking van sales ban 'not anti-ice cream'
Greenwich borough has spent £52,000 in legal costs trying to stop ice cream sellers on one street. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4ofuTxP Read More
UK Aids Memorial Quilt to be shown at Tate Modern
The quilt represents about 385 people who have lost their lives to HIV/Aids in the UK. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BwYoPry Read More
Refurb plans for council blocks over safety issues
The plans for Broadwater Farm estate follow growing concerns over Large Panel System construction. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eITHiNK Read More
QPR's Smyth given three-match ban for violent conduct
QPR's Paul Smyth will miss what remains of the season after being handed a three-match ban for violent conduct in Friday's win again...Read More
Minecraft: 'We've spent five years rebuilding London'
Minecraft players have spent about 15,000 hours in total on the project to build London and the UK from BBC News https://ift.tt/Tu5wayt Read More
Holden ton gives Middlesex control v Glamorgan
Max Holden's century gives Middlesex a lead of 154 over Glamorgan with six wickets still standing from BBC News https://ift.tt/QS8KEvl...Read More
Why are ancient trees important and what protection do they have?
The felling of an ancient oak in north London has led to an outpouring of anger. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hBtTiO1 Read More
Extinct-in-the-wild chicks hatch at London Zoo
The Wild Socorro dove chicks hatched in late March and will see in Easter at the zoo. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Pj3QJbM Read More
Pulse keep 100% Super League record with win over Thunder
London Pulse's superb start to the Netball Super League season continues with a hard-fought 61-56 victory over Manchester Thunder. fro...Read More
'We've been paying for a lift that does not exist'
Angela Tanner, who lives at Barham Park, says they are paying for a lift but the block only has stairs. from BBC News https://ift.tt/u8y7L...Read More
Hampton Court bursts with 100,000 tulips in bloom
More than 100,000 hand-selected bulbs make up the display showcased for the annual Tulip Festival. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GQl4jcT Read More
E-bike fires happening 'every other day' in London
London Fire Brigade says e-bikes and e-scooters are one of the capital's "fastest-growing fire risks". from BBC News https:/...Read More
Public at risk from absconded patient, police say
Members of the public should not approach Vasile Coceban, the Metropolitan Police said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4xtl8Qo Read More
Call for club licence suspension after alleged rape
A woman alleges the assault took place on 29 March in an area closed off to public, the Met said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/kj9iSpu Read More
Train delays after rubbish caught on lines
Passengers are being warned of disruption to services. from BBC News https://ift.tt/7Jt9wlK Read More
Chelsea Pensioners celebrated in flower show entry
The retired army veterans helped shape the design, which includes a homage to their scarlet uniforms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/BZDKja4...Read More
Rare otter sighting recorded in Canary Wharf
A wildlife expert says it is "absolutely fantastic" to see an otter in such a "highly urbanised" area. from BBC News h...Read More
Surgeons help save sight of students shot in eyes
Specialists from Moorfields Eye Hospital treated Bangladeshi students who were wounded in protests. from BBC News https://ift.tt/p7r3lOh Read More
Warwick Davis's wife died after cardiac arrest
Samantha Davis died hours before the hospital where she had undergone surgery was planning to discharge her. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...Read More
Ex-Wimbledon winger Fairweather dies at 63
Former Sunderland and Wimbledon winger Carlton Fairweather dies at the age of 63. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FOldSuM Read More
Burglar convicted of killing victim with own car
A burglar who ran over the resident of a property he had just burgled is convicted of manslaughter. from BBC News https://ift.tt/24YrkQ3 Read More
'I've been threatened over my Please Offer Me A Seat badge'
TfL badge user Eliza Rain, 28, said one passenger "threatened to push me off the train". from BBC News https://ift.tt/zLxyorh Read More
Big Ben tower climber denies nuisance and trespass
Daniel Day, 29, is accused of scaling the Elizabeth Tower and staying up there for nearly 17 hours. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Kt42MbN Read More
Warwick Davis's wife died after cardiac arrest
Samantha Davis died hours before the hospital where she had undergone surgery was planning to discharge her. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...Read More
MP Siddiq attacks 'smear campaign' after arrest warrant
Bangladeshi authorities issued the arrest warrant over allegations of corruption, which the British MP denies. from BBC News https://ift.t...Read More
Work on railways set to cause Easter disruption
Thameslink, Southern and Southeastern trains are due to be affected across the four days. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sTeOEG6 Read More
Sibley puts Surrey on course for win against Hants
Surrey opener Dom Sibley scores his second century of the match as Surrey dominate day three against Hampshire. from BBC News https://ift....Read More
Batman and Robin costumed police make arrests
Two Met officers launched the "superhero mission" to tackle illegal Westminster Bridge gambling. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3z...Read More
Chelsea show 'ruthless' mentality as quadruple bid still on
Chelsea showed their winning mentality with a comeback victory over Liverpool to book another trip to Wembley. from BBC News https://ift.t...Read More
Canary Wharf's 'whale' a reminder of plastic waste
The sculpture Whale on the Wharf is made from plastic litter found on the beaches of Hawaii. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yEVv19J Read More
Elizabeth line station screens show busy carriages
All stations between Ealing Broadway and Maryland to Brentwood inclusive have the new technology. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VeuLs0W Read More
Millwall charged by FA for homophobic Chilwell chants
Millwall are charged for homophobic chants aimed at Crystal Palace left-back Ben Chilwell during their FA Cup meeting last month. from BBC...Read More
Maresca hails Chelsea academy duo after first-leg success
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca praises the contributions of academy graduates Tyrique George and Josh Acheampong in their 3-0 Conference League w...Read More
Tributes for teens killed in crash near Heathrow
The three teenagers have been named by police as 17-year-old Star Tomkins, 18-year-old Harley Woods and 17-year-old Jimmy Savory from BBC ...Read More
Original 1977 Star Wars film to be screened by BFI
Screenings of the original 1977 Star Wars theatrical release have been rare over recent decades. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CzNB3sP Read More
Century-long wait for family council homes - study
Clearing the backlog for some properties in parts of London would take 100 years, a study finds. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lgLKaFP Read More
'Working from home has helped me be a better mum'
Working from home has been said to benefit parents - but how does it impact children? from BBC News https://ift.tt/Gx3vUYI Read More
Artist's Tube death was accidental, inquest finds
Sarah Cunningham was hit by a Northern line train after stepping on to the track at Chalk Farm. from BBC News https://ift.tt/9jS0ekJ Read More
LFB too slow handling complaints, report finds
LFB's standards unit also lacks independence, a London Assembly committee said in a report. from BBC News https://ift.tt/sTfPDev Read More
Fresh plans for Liverpool Street Station submitted
An original application was filed in 2023, but new plans were unveiled in November after objections. from BBC News https://ift.tt/X6FSHDR ...Read More
How does it affect me if share prices fall?
Changes in the FTSE 100 and other indexes are not just for financial experts, they can affect our lives. from BBC News https://ift.tt/O5Eh...Read More
Luxury hotel plans submitted for Custom House
The hotel in the Grade I listed building would feature a spa, health facilities and food spaces. from BBC News https://ift.tt/xbqRICK Read More
Donkeys help Camden school with biodiversity
Donkeys Dora and Nora went from Kentish Town City Farm to a school in Camden. from BBC News https://ift.tt/GHtPYj5 Read More
Lancashire hold out for draw at Lord's
Lancashire reach the close on 262-8 after being set a target of 309 by Middlesex as the game ends in a draw at Lord's. from BBC News h...Read More
'Council should have control over vacant homes'
Westminster City Council says at least 11,000 properties are unoccupied, many for years. from BBC News https://ift.tt/VWdGpYj Read More
Luxury hotel plans submitted for Custom House
The hotel in the Grade I listed building would feature a spa, health facilities and food spaces. from BBC News https://ift.tt/hZOEes1 Read More
Champions Surrey under pressure at Essex
Essex dominate Surrey on day three of their County Championship match despite an unbeaten 92 from Ben Foakes. from BBC News https://ift.tt...Read More
Holden's century aids Middlesex fightback v Lancs
Max Holden's scores a century as Middlesex fight back on day three at Lord's to set up the prospect of an exciting finish against La...Read More
Ten-try Toulon thrash Saracens in 114-point thriller
Ten-try Toulon recover from a 22-point deficit to overpower an under-strength Saracens side and reach the Investec Champions Cup quarter-fin...Read More
Chelsea confirm talks with Uefa over finances
Chelsea confirm they are in talks with Uefa over the club's financial sustainability following their latest financial results. from BB...Read More
Three red cards & wild celebrations - why are Palace & Brighton rivals?
After another chaotic meeting between the two, BBC Sport explains why Crystal Palace and Brighton are such bitter rivals. from BBC News ht...Read More
'People shouldn't get away with a barbaric act'
Hani Hicham Abou El Kheir was stabbed and killed in January 2013. One suspect remains outstanding. from BBC News https://ift.tt/auPGh2f Read More
London boroughs raise fly-tipping fines to £1,000
Government data suggests fly-tipping is worse in London compared to elsewhere in the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8p047XM Read More
I am the only voice defending Spurs - Postecoglou
Ange Postecoglou gives an impassioned, detailed defence of his record while adding he is struggling with unique challenges at Tottenham. f...Read More
European chief downplays Saracens resting stars
The head of European rugby dismisses concerns over Saracens resting a host of England stars for their Champions Cup last-16 tie at Toulon. ...Read More
2025 County Championship - club-by-club guide
BBC local radio cricket commentators and online journalists take a look at each County Championship side's prospects for the 2025 season...Read More
Quins sign ex-Chiefs prop Williams for next season
Harlequins sign former England prop Harry Williams from Pau ahead of the 2025-26 season. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mWvraFB Read More
Raducanu withdraws from GB squad to 'look after body'
Emma Raducanu withdraws from the Great Britain squad for next week's Billie Jean King Cup tie in the Netherlands to "look after her...Read More
Private-hire drivers struggling over TfL glitch
Unions representing drivers say hundreds are being kept off the road over issues with license renewals. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D3I6d...Read More
Can Romford residents end the Essex versus London debate?
It’s an age-old question, but is Romford in Essex or London? from BBC News https://ift.tt/um3HGnJ Read More
Vacant hotel rooms become 'lifeline' for carers
Carefree connects unpaid carers with hotels that have spare capacity for a free short stay. from BBC News https://ift.tt/d71yCms Read More
Drug-rape student - 23 more women make allegations
Police in London say Zhenhao Zou's "offending group is far greater" than they had realised. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wYy...Read More
Girl missing in River Thames named as Kaliyah Coa
A recovery mission is now underway to find 11-year-old Kaliyah along the Thames, Met Police said. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Dcmz3iJ Read More
Trevor Lock, hero of Iranian embassy siege, dies aged 85
PC Lock was awarded for his bravery after it emerged he had tackled a gunman and saved the life of an SAS soldier. from BBC News https://i...Read More
Missing girl was seen paddling in River Thames
Residents near the scene say the child was playing in the water during a day off from school. from BBC News https://ift.tt/5i8GcSN Read More
Family leaves London to avoid April cost increases
Tolu and Isaac Frimpong are leaving London to avoid an extra £1,000 in monthly expenses. from BBC News https://ift.tt/k5e8z40 Read More
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Labour activist admits vote rigging offence
Gabriel Leroy, a former councillor in Southend, pleaded guilty to conspiracy to commit an offence under the Criminal Law Act and the Compute...
