Watch: Wembley steps turn yellow for Coldplay
The installation's creative director said she wants visitors to "immerse themselves in the song". from BBC News https://ift....Read More
Council seizes control of landlord's properties
Merton Council took control of the portfolio of 18 properties, rented as houses of multiple occupancy. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Vx9vmS...Read More
Sargent 'vital' to Norwich and QPR 'show character' - Championship takeaways
Former Peterborough, Hull and Bradford striker and Final Score's EFL pundit Aaron McLean gave his five takeaways from what we learned ac...Read More
Watch: Why I clean up my local canal path every day before I go to work
Elena Horcajo has taken cleaning her local canal path in Hackney into her own hands. from BBC News https://ift.tt/j27g8J5 Read More
Is London set to put the brakes on SUVs?
The number of SUVs in London has increased tenfold in 20 years, prompting calls to curb their use. from BBC News https://ift.tt/NgpIXaA Read More
Quick action helps save student from meningitis
A student from Bromley says she might not have survived if her flatmates had not answered her phone. from BBC News https://ift.tt/rf49wH5 ...Read More
Chelsea agree £40m fee for Man Utd's Garnacho - but why another forward?
Chelsea have agreed a £40m fee to sign Manchester United forward Alejandro Garnacho. from BBC News https://ift.tt/fXHQSaF Read More
West Ham agree fee of more than £40m for Fernandes
West Ham agree a deal in excess of £40m to sign Southampton midfielder Mateus Fernandes, who is set for a medical in London. from BBC News...Read More
Crime fears revealed on London's public transport
Tube users were concerned about overcrowding, robbery, crime and drunk passengers in their carriage. from BBC News https://ift.tt/MRZ7nwU ...Read More
Watch: Fans flock to Wembley for Coldplay shows
The Music of the Spheres World Tour is in London for a record 10 nights at Wembley Stadium. from BBC News https://ift.tt/DNH5T7f Read More
Met charges 67 people over Palestine Action support
More than 700 people have been arrested for allegedly showing support for the proscribed group. from BBC News https://ift.tt/qNUxEXO Read More
Yorks & Worcs into semis as Vaughan hits first ton
Yorkshire and Worcestershire claim One-Day Cup semi-final places as Archie Vaughan hits a maiden hundred for Somerset. from BBC News https...Read More
Vandals damage cricket pitch in south London park
Residents notified the council and police, but concerns remain about vandalism in the park. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RcPjiMZ Read More
Less serious violence at Notting Hill Carnival this year, say police
More than 400 people were arrested at the event, but police say fewer serious incidents took place. from BBC News https://ift.tt/eMvAFRB Read More
Notting Hill Carnival revellers party in the sunny streets
The celebrations continue with the adult's parade, sound systems and live performances on Monday. from BBC News https://ift.tt/EVSPiWC...Read More
Vandals damage cricket pitch in south London park
Residents notified the council and police, but concerns remain about vandalism in the park. from BBC News https://ift.tt/RcPjiMZ Read More
'We don't mess around when it comes to our hair'
Aminata Kamara takes us behind the scenes to see what it's like creating elaborate hairstyles for Carnival. from BBC News https://ift....Read More
Watch: Notting Hill Carnival kicks off with the children's parade
Sunday was the first day of the event, which this year is expected to draw one million visitors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KUisRN2 Read More
One-Day Cup round-up: Middlesex win to stay in hunt
Matt Milnes stars with the ball as Yorkshire move into pole position in Group B, while Worcestershire go through behind Gloucestershire in G...Read More
Police appeal three years on from fatal stabbing
Takayo Nembhard was stabbed to death while attending the Notting Hill Carnival on 29 August 2022. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vU0j3Kf Read More
UK to bask in 30C heat on bank holiday Monday
A burst of tropical air will bring a warm, sunny start to the week, before rain returns. from BBC News https://ift.tt/0xftnNy Read More
No Wissa but Schiffer brings Brentford star quality
Yoane Wissa may be desperate to leave Brentfod but the presence of Claudia Schiffer and Thomas Tuchel at their win over Aston Villa shows wh...Read More
London summers: Wildfires and scorched earth
The capital's parks and open spaces remain tinder dry and the wildfire threat is still very real. from BBC News https://ift.tt/mLqQIa7...Read More
'I'm visiting every country without leaving London'
Sama Ansari Pour is on a mission to experience culture, cuisine and history from around the world. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dal5b8y Read More
Coldplay at Wembley: What you need to know
The Music of the Spheres World Tour hits London for 10 nights in August and September. from BBC News https://ift.tt/lRHcaO3 Read More
Park Lane rough sleepers move to Oxford Street
Video footage shows people outside John Lewis, with another group sleeping by Marks & Spencer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/aG4woW0 Read More
Southwark sees 77% rise in homeless kids - report
There is one classroom worth of homeless children for every primary school, the report says. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ZSMzv6n Read More
Caldentey and Smith win PFA player of the year awards
Arsenal midfielder Mariona Caldentey is named the Professional Footballers' Association women's player of the year as her new team-m...Read More
Downton Abbey 'iconic' props and costumes up for auction
Props, costumes and set pieces from the popular British historical drama Downton Abbey are being auctioned for charity in London. from BBC...Read More
'Palestine Action protest could ruin my career but I felt I had to do it'
Paddy Friend was one of hundreds arrested on suspicion of breaking terrorism laws at Parliament Square. from BBC News https://ift.tt/zFgDe...Read More
Is it time to start giving 'disruptors' Chelsea some credit?
Chelsea's recent approach has been difficult to understand at times - but Nizaar Kinsella wonders whether it is time to start giving the...Read More
Soho House bought for £2bn as Ashton Kutcher joins board
The private members' club chain is returning to private ownership after four years on the New York Stock Exchange. from BBC News https...Read More
Listed Londoner: Sophie Ellis-Bextor, Singer
Singer Sophie Ellis-Bextor shares her views and memories about London with Robert Elms. from BBC News https://ift.tt/K4FGhp8 Read More
West End al fresco dining pilot 'starts too late'
Businesses taking part in the scheme tell the LDRS their licences take effect from 22 August. from BBC News https://ift.tt/ke3ChNz Read More
Cox thrills as Invincibles hit record Hundred score
Jordan Cox lights up The Hundred as Oval Invincibles smash the record for the competition's highest total in win over Welsh Fire. from...Read More
TfL faces calls to keep Congestion Charge exemption
Labour's transport spokesperson calls plans to end the electric car exemption "counter-productive". from BBC News https://if...Read More
Sonic boom heard after RAF scrambled to incident
A loud explosive sound is reported in Essex, Cambridgeshire, Suffolk, Norfolk, Kent and London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OCVGMWX Read More
One-Day Cup round-up - Middlesex win, Surrey lose
Surrey suffer a record defeat against Essex in the One-Day Cup, as Hampshire, Worcestershire, Middlesex and Northamptonshire win. from BBC...Read More
Library books dumped on pavement 'unacceptable'
Croydon mayor apologises after books were discovered outside a library being cleared by contractors. from BBC News https://ift.tt/OTfHSmK ...Read More
London Ambulance Service cuts 999 response times
The service reaches category two patients eight minutes faster in July 2025 compared to July 2024. from BBC News https://ift.tt/yIOvToj Read More
Spurs condemn 'cowards' for racially abusing Tel
Tottenham say they are "disgusted" by the racial abuse received by Mathys Tel following their defeat by Paris St-Germain in the Ue...Read More
Drawing by George III's would-be assassin on show
The 19th-century drawing by James Hadfield is in an exhibition at the Bethlem Museum of the Mind. from BBC News https://ift.tt/oxvTtyQ Read More
M25 stretch closed for 17 hours due to lorry fire
The motorway reopens anti-clockwise after being shut for repair work following a lorry fire. from BBC News https://ift.tt/jQDLzq1 Read More
Middlesex pull off record chase in One Day Cup
Middlesex score a record 390-5 to beat Durham in the One-Day Cup, and there are also wins for Worcestershire, Leicestershire, Warwickshire a...Read More
Kray twins items sell for thousands at auction
Items from Ronnie and Reggie Kray ranged from a gold and diamond ring to photographs and letters. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4UIerQH Read More
Critics motivate me, says 'heartbroken' Maddison
Tottenham midfielder James Maddison says the people who "doubt, hate and mock" him will only motivate him to come back stronger fr...Read More
Spurs start new era under 'glass half-full' Frank
BBC senior football correspondent Sami Mokbel looks at how Tottenham are shaping up for the season under new manager Thomas Frank. from BB...Read More
London amber health alert issued as temperatures set to hit 34C
Temperatures are expected to peak on Tuesday as heat health alerts are issued for the whole of England. from BBC News https://ift.tt/vK7Yj...Read More
Man charged with murder of a father and son
Terry and Brendan McMillan died after being attacked near a business in Bermondsey, police say. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Apw8doJ Read More
Pub's licence under threat due to crime complaints
North Eight pub in Haringey has had over 50 police callouts since May 2024, many for violence. from BBC News https://ift.tt/HQmoV3G Read More
Probe after 'hundreds' sneak into Oasis concert
Wembley Stadium officials say they are investigating allegations that fans got in without proper tickets. from BBC News https://ift.tt/4tq...Read More
Borough joins reused building materials pilot
Tower Hamlets joins the scheme aiming to make building work cheaper and reduce carbon emissions. from BBC News https://ift.tt/FAwUB4S Read More
'I'm worried pub at heart of community will close'
The pub landlord says he has been "humbled" by the community's response to the threat of closure. from BBC News https://ift....Read More
Waterstones apologises after readers brand event 'utter chaos'
Attendees said large crowds and long queues led to 'utter chaos' at the event in central London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/8X52...Read More
London grapefruit tree given protected status
A rare grapefruit tree in Battersea is granted additional protection following a campaign. from BBC News https://ift.tt/42kup5h Read More
Chelsea agree to let striker Jackson leave club
Striker Nicolas Jackson agrees with Chelsea that he can leave the club this summer. from BBC News https://ift.tt/bUYIL8c Read More
Kane scores but misses penalty against Tottenham
Harry Kane scores a goal - and misses a penalty - against former club Tottenham Hotspur as Bayern Munich win a pre-season friendly 4-0. fr...Read More
Are Charlton a sleeping giant beginning to wake?
New signing Charlie Kelman believes the Addicks are building an exciting project with good times ahead. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dSMtH...Read More
Couple drove with toddlers for 'targeted murder'
Ayowale Aladejana was stabbed on the doorstep of his south-east London home, the Old Bailey hears. from BBC News https://ift.tt/cPEDJrj Read More
Inner London to lose out in funding rebalance - report
The shake-up will affect the share of central government funding distributed to councils in England. from BBC News https://ift.tt/AkjoY24 ...Read More
Neighbours hope campaign to protect tropical tree will bear fruit
Marline Anderson, who recently died, brought the tree as a sapling from Grenada to the UK in the 1980s. from BBC News https://ift.tt/W1dhR...Read More
Mayor says 8,000 homes built ahead of 2030 target
Sir Sadiq Khan says his land fund provides flexibility in financing new housing projects in London. from BBC News https://ift.tt/UNXJDRt Read More
New support helps parents cope with ICU trauma
Charlotte says she feared the worst when her baby was taken into intensive care at St Mary's Hospital. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Ld...Read More
Does London need a delivery of white storks?
Storks disappeared from the skies above London centuries ago due to hunting and habitat loss. from BBC News https://ift.tt/KP2dqsf Read More
Two charged with murder after man fatally stabbed
A man and woman will appear in court charged with the murder of Ayowale Aladejana, 26. from BBC News https://ift.tt/CbcHD02 Read More
Tommy Robinson arrested in connection to assault
The far-right activist was arrested on suspicion of GBH at Luton Airport this evening. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Lx7iBzX Read More
'Without blood transfusions I wouldn't be here'
Matthew Allick suffered a heart attack caused by a pulmonary embolism and spent two years in rehab. from BBC News https://ift.tt/D4Fj8t1 Read More
Government plans to bring more Gazan children to UK for treatment
The government says it is working "at pace" on plans to evacuate seriously ill or injured children from Gaza. from BBC News http...Read More
Two missing Shetland ponies found after UK-wide search
Four other ponies remain missing after all six disappeared from land in the New Forest in July. from BBC News https://ift.tt/dcE0jy9 Read More
Liverpool Street photo exhibit showcases railway
The Lens on the Line exhibit features 17 images of the railway from across the country. from BBC News https://ift.tt/Fzv9qaX Read More
Labour MP Tulip Siddiq to face trial in Bangladesh
The case against the former minister, who denies the allegations, will go ahead even if she does not attend. from BBC News https://ift.tt/...Read More
Lime loses contract to operate e-bikes in Hounslow
Forest and Voi successfully bid to take over a scheme to operate e-bikes within the borough. from BBC News https://ift.tt/QXMN802 Read More
London 2012 tennis courts saved in padel U-turn
Changes to Lee Valley Hockey and Tennis Centre's courts have been scrapped following criticism. from BBC News https://ift.tt/I0junZJ Read More
Double-decker bus catches fire in central London
The back of the number 88 went up in flames at about 06:50 BST on Great Portland Street. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3kjvOz5 Read More
Met promises to tackle West End crime hotspots
Met Police chief Sir Mark Rowley says he is doubling the number of officers tackling West End crime. from BBC News https://ift.tt/3iuUXHo ...Read More
Watch: Bus in flames in central London
All passengers were safely evacuated and there are no reported injuries. The cause of the fire is unknown. from BBC News https://ift.tt/wP...Read More
Heathrow Airport's expansion plans to cost £49bn
Heathrow says expansion is "urgent" for UK growth, but plans are heavily criticised over environmental concerns. from BBC News h...Read More
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An eccentric new friend entered her life. Then things took a strange, expensive turn
What began as a dog-sitting favour ended with boutique owner Bridget Hutchcroft being owed more than £1.6m. from BBC News https://ift.tt/t...
