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Darktrace set to leave London Stock Exchange at end of September

September 16, 2024

FTSE 100-listed cybersecurity giant is being bought by private equity firm Thoma Bravo in a blockbuster £4.3 billion deal.

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Tottenham v Arsenal: north London derby, Premier League – live

September 15, 2024

Live updates from the 2pm BST kick-offSpurs v Arsenal: blood feud or a bit of banter? Big Ange: not for turning This is a charming …

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Protester ‘skinned alive’ in anti-leather demonstration at London Fashion Week

September 14, 2024

London Fashion Week attendees got an eyeful as the shows kicked off, when a Peta activist’s “skin” was torn off to call attention to the …

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Watch: Moment Banksy artwork stolen from London gallery

September 13, 2024

Two men have been charged after the artwork was stolen from a central London gallery, the Met Police has said.

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The key difference between Ange Postecoglou and Mikel Arteta that will decide the north London derby

September 13, 2024

With Arsenal facing a midfield crisis, how does Arteta shut down Spurs’ big threat?

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Two men charged after Banksy artwork stolen from London gallery

September 13, 2024

Girl with Balloon, one of artist’s best-known images, was recovered by police after burglary on Sunday Two men have been charged with burglary after one …

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Two charged after famous Banksy painting stolen from London gallery

September 13, 2024

Larry Fraser, 47, and James Love, 53, have been charged with burglary after the painting was taken

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Five trends to look out for at London Fashion Week

September 12, 2024

This year’s event promises an exciting mix of vivid colours, creative patterns, and attention-grabbing accessories.

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Court clears man with severe learning difficulties of 1990 London murder

September 11, 2024

Oliver Campbell exonerated 30 years after conviction that followed false confessions in police interviews Oliver Campbell, a man with severe learning difficulties who was convicted …

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Martin Odegaard limps off injured for Norway to hand Arsenal scare ahead of north London derby

September 9, 2024

Arsenal are already without the injured Mikel Merino and the suspended Declan Rice ahead of the showdown with Tottenham on Sunday

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London emerges as ‘strong possibility’ to host Nations Championship after Qatar bid turned down

September 9, 2024

The inagural edition of World Rugby’s new competition is set to be held in 2026

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Flight chaos at London Gatwick as air-traffic control staff shortage hits airport again

September 8, 2024

EasyJet passengers have seen 64 Gatwick flights cancelled, while British Airways, Vueling and Whizz Air were also among airlines affected

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South London band Fat Dog: ‘Fans are getting tattoos of us now. My mum said, “They’re not mentally well”’

September 8, 2024

After tearing up the live music scene, buzzy electro-punk outfit Fat Dog have released their first record. Louis Chilton talks to frontman Joe Love and …

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Thieves snatched his phone in London – it was in China a month later

September 7, 2024

Akara tells the BBC about the journey his phone took after it was snatched from his hands by thieves.

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A tale of two towers – how fire safety differs at luxury London high-rise and Margate estate

September 7, 2024

Seven years after the Grenfell fire, has anything changed for people living in tower blocks?

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Ryanair boss warns of skyrocketing Christmas flight prices – with Dublin to London route hit hard

September 5, 2024

Michael O’Leary urged passengers to “book their travel early” to avoid record-high airfares

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Transport for London dealing with cyber-attack

September 2, 2024

Organisation does not believe customer data has been compromised and says transport system not affected Transport for London has said it is dealing with a …

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What does the future of London Fashion Week look like?

September 2, 2024

London is fighting for its future as a fashion capital: here’s what the experts think. By Lara Owen.

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Evacuation plans for vulnerable in London are ‘dangerous postcode lottery’

September 1, 2024

Exclusive: Firefighter, disability and Grenfell groups criticise ‘inconsistent rollout’ of emergency guidance Firefighter, disability and Grenfell groups have criticised the existence of a “dangerous postcode …

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Shock as BBC lorry and police car blown up close to O2 arena in London

August 31, 2024

‘Our buildings shook’ Neighbour’s fears after ‘controlled’ explosion of police car

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Firefighters tackle blaze opposite The O2 arena in London

August 31, 2024

Huge plumes of smoke and loud bangs were heard after the incident opposite The O2 arena in London.

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Best afternoon teas in London: From The Landmark to Nobu’s sweet and savoury high tea

August 31, 2024

Indulge in London’s finest high teas, from iconic hotels to more contemporary offerings

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Man in wheelchair stabbed to death in east London

August 29, 2024

Tributes are paid to Jade Anthony Barnett, 38, as two men are held in custody on suspicion of murder.

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Voices: I’ve lived in London for six months – I can’t believe what you guys do on the Tube

August 28, 2024

Whether it’s eating smelly food or refusing to budge when the doors open, the London Underground has its fair share of bad behaviour – but …

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How sustainable will London Fashion Week designers actually be?

August 27, 2024

A new climate fashion report reveals designers showing at London Fashion Week may not be as sustainable as promised.

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Transport for London received £500,000 payout for renaming Tube stations for Burberry and Samsung

August 27, 2024

Complaints were recieved by TfL over accessibility concerns and confusion

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Oasis reunion tour 2025: How to get tickets to see Noel and Liam in Manchester, London and Dublin

August 27, 2024

Rock band will play shows in Manchester, London, Dublin and Edinburgh next year

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Second London high-rise fire in 24 hours burns at flats in Blackwall

August 26, 2024

A fire burned at a high-rise building in Blackwall, London, less than 24 hours after a blaze broke out at a block of flats in …

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East London flats had known fire safety issues, emergency services say

August 26, 2024

A block of flats in Dagenham, east London, that caught fire on Monday, 26 August, had fire safety issues that were known to the London …

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London fire: hundreds of firefighters attend Dagenham blaze at block of flats

August 26, 2024

Forty fire engines and around 225 firefighters were battling the fire which reportedly forced more than 100 people to evacuate Forty fire engines and about …

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Dozens evacuated as fire engulfs London high-rise

August 26, 2024

Parts of the scaffolding surrounding the building as well as the ground floor and the roof are alight.

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Taylor Swift sings ‘So Long London’ for first time at final Wembley Stadium show

August 20, 2024

Pop singer performed the last of her eight sold-out shows at Wembley Stadium this week

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12 of the best things to do in London this August bank holiday weekend

August 20, 2024

The festivals, comedy shows and alfresco films to catch in the capital this weekend

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Fans are obsessed with Taylor Swift’s dad handing out chicken tenders at Eras Tour in London

August 20, 2024

‘He’s a nice man. Taylor is a lucky woman to have a kind dad,’ one fan writes

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London Heathrow drops out of top 10 best-connected airports worldwide

August 19, 2024

Exclusive: UK’s busiest hub falls to 12th in terms of destinations served, behind Continental rivals, with Gatwick at 14th

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London Zoo removes Banksy’s animal mural for its proper preservation

August 19, 2024

Ninth and final mural from street artist’s animal series replaced with replica

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Doja Cat and Joseph Quinn fuel dating rumors after being spotted in London together

August 18, 2024

In pictures shared on X, the pair were snapped enjoying themselves at Camden music venue Dingwalls

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London Zoo removes Bansky work for ‘safekeeping’

August 18, 2024

A nearby sign at the zoo now reads “Banksy woz ere” and offers an apology to disappointed fans.

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Best restaurants and bars with live music and DJ sets in London

August 18, 2024

Discover the ultimate dining experience with our guide to the best restaurants where live music and DJs set the scene

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London fire: Priceless artworks confirmed safe as blaze rips through Somerset House

August 17, 2024

Around 125 firefighters were called to tackle a blaze raging for over four hours at London’s famous Somerset House on Saturday, 17 August.

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Somerset House fire – latest: Around 100 firefighters tackle blaze in central London

August 17, 2024

Smoke has been seen coming from the roof of the famous house on The Strand

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Somerset House: 100 firefighters tackling blaze at London gallery

August 17, 2024

Smoke seen coming from roof of venue in centre of capital after fire reported just before noon About 100 firefighters are tackling a blaze at …

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Taylor Swift references ex boyfriend Joe Alwyn for the first time at London Eras Tour

August 17, 2024

The pair dated for six years and split in April 2023

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Prince Harry ‘turned down stay at Buckingham Palace’ on last visit to London

August 16, 2024

Harry visited London to celebrate the tenth anniversary of the Invictus Games

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Taylor Swift’s Eras tour returns in London, with assist from Ed Sheeran, after foiled terror plot

August 16, 2024

Taylor Swift has made a triumphant return to the Eras Tour at London’s Wembley Stadium with an assist from Ed Sheeran

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Taylor Swift fans rush for prime positions in queue for London shows as police say concert safety top priority

August 15, 2024

London is ready to welcome back the American superstar and fans are bursting with excitement – and friendship bracelets

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Taylor Swift in London: Fans show off rhinestones and bracelets ahead of gig

August 15, 2024

Thousands of Taylor Swift fans are arriving in Wembley stadium for the US pop star’s Eras tour.

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Taylor Swift tickets 79 percent cheaper to London shows after foiled terror plot

August 15, 2024

Some Swifties have said they are too anxious to attend the London concerts.

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Girl, 11, stabbed in London attack is Australian tourist

August 14, 2024

The girl was in the UK capital on holiday when she and her mother were attacked in Leicester Square.

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Rocked by cancellation of Vienna concerts, Swifties shake it off and flock to London

August 14, 2024

For Herve Tram, being a Taylor Swift fan isn’t just about the music

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Banksy rhino artwork in London defaced with graffiti tag

August 13, 2024

Man in balaclava filmed spraying $V tag on work in south-east London, as another Banksy appears at London zoo Banksy’s London artworks – in pictures …

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Eighth London Banksy in eight days confirmed

August 12, 2024

A rhino mural has appeared in Charlton, south-east London.

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Girl, 11, and woman, 34, stabbed in central London

August 12, 2024

The Met Police says the two victims were taken to hospital and their condition is unknown.

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Banksy confirms seventh London artwork in a week

August 11, 2024

A police sentry box in the City of London has been transformed into an aquarium artwork by Banksy.

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Banksy confirms piranhas are his seventh animal artwork in London

August 11, 2024

The shoal of fish on a police box follows works depicting a goat, elephants, monkeys, a wolf, pelicans and a cat A central London glass …

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Meaning of new Banksy series revealed as latest London artwork emerges

August 10, 2024

Exclusive: secretive artist wants to cheer up people with pelicans, goats, monkeys – and now a black cat on a billboard A big cat by …

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Sixth Banksy of stretching cat on London billboard

August 10, 2024

The billboard is in silhouette of a cat on an empty, distressed billboard in north-west London.

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Banksy’s week of London artworks – in pictures

August 10, 2024

The street artist’s murals have appeared across the city this week, beginning with a silhouette of a perching goat on the side of a building …

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Fifth Banksy in five days appears in London

August 9, 2024

The image of two pelicans fishing has appeared above a fish and chip shop in Walthamstow.

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Fourth new Banksy artwork stolen in London hours after it appeared

August 8, 2024

Another animal-based work appeared on Rye Lane in Peckham, one of a series completed in the capital this week Banksy’s latest animal-themed artwork has been …

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Three teens injured in south London shooting

August 8, 2024

An 18-year-old and two 14-year-olds are taken to hospital with non life-threatening injuries.

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Banksy fourth London artwork revealed as howling wolf

August 8, 2024

It comes after the street artist also claimed credit for three works of other animals this week.

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Watch again: Aerial view of London as further far-right riots expected

August 8, 2024

Watch an aerial view over London as police braced for possible further far-right violence in England on Wednesday, 7 August.

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Banksy reveals third London animal mural in three days

August 7, 2024

Three monkeys painted swinging across bridge over Brick Lane, as fans speculate over meaning of ‘London zoo’ series Banksy has revealed his third animal-themed artwork …

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Robert Jenrick says people shouting ‘Allahu Akbar’ on London streets should be arrested immediately

August 7, 2024

Allahu Akbar, an Arabic phrase meaning ‘God is greater’, is commonly used in prayer and as a declaration of faith

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Banksy reveals second animal artwork within 24 hours in London

August 6, 2024

Two elephants painted on blocked-out windows in Chelsea after goat mural appears near Kew Bridge Banksy has unveiled his second animal artwork in 24 hours, …

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Second Banksy artwork in two days appears in London

August 6, 2024

The elusive artist unveils an elephants stencil piece in Chelsea, south-west London.

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Banksy artwork appears on west London building

August 5, 2024

The artwork shows a goat perched on the wall as rocks fall, while it is filmed by a CCTV camera.

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‘Unique opportunity’ to see Italian Renaissance drawings in London

August 5, 2024

Exhibition from royal collection will include about 160 works from Titian, Michelangelo, Leonardo and others About 160 works from more than 80 artists including Michelangelo, …

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Why did Air Canada passengers end up 400 miles further away from London?

August 4, 2024

The Man Who Pays His Way: Destination Heathrow? Welcome to Montreal

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Andy Murray wins Olympic golds at back-to-back Games in London and Rio

August 1, 2024

Andy Murray has waved goodbye to professional tennis, stepping away from the game after defeat at the Paris Olympics on Thursday night (1 July).

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More than 100 arrested in London as violence flares after Southport stabbings

August 1, 2024

Hartlepool and Manchester among latest scenes of violent disorder triggered by online disinformation about accused More than 100 people have been arrested in London as …

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More than 100 arrests in London protest after Southport attack

July 31, 2024

The Met Police said offences included assault on an emergency worker and violent disorder.

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Minister investigated over London property income

July 31, 2024

Labour MP Tulip Siddiq is being investigated over a failure to declare rental income from a property.

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Missing six-year-old in pyjamas seen leaving London estate

July 30, 2024

A six-year-old was seen leaving the Thamesmead Estate in London before being reported missing on Monday, 29 July.

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Police launch urgent search for missing six-year-old girl in London

July 30, 2024

Girl, named by Met as Eudine, reported missing on Monday night from Thamesmead estate in Greenwich The Metropolitan police have said they were “extremely concerned” …

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Urgent search for missing six-year-old girl launched in London

July 30, 2024

The girl was last seen on CCTV on Monday at about midday wearing light pink clothing.

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Just Stop Oil activists block Gatwick Airport departure gates in London

July 29, 2024

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Eight arrested at far-right Tommy Robinson protest in central London

July 27, 2024

Met deploy 1,000 officers to keep thousands of far-right marchers and Stand Up To Racism counter-protests apart Thousands of people marched in central London on …

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Two men arrested at Tommy Robinson march in London after clash with anti-racism protester

July 27, 2024

More than 1,000 Met Police officers were mobilised in London to ‘keep the peace’ between three protests

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Thousands join Tommy Robinson march in London

July 27, 2024

Police said a major operation was in place to “keep the peace” between protesters and counter-protesters.

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Man attacked in back of taxi by group of knife-wielding men in London

July 27, 2024

Group of men smash window and attack man urging taxi driver to make a getaway

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Man fighting for life after stabbing at north London tube station

July 23, 2024

There is an increased police presence in north London after two arrests were made

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Boy shot dead at family fun day at ‘Teletubbies Park’ in west London as police launch murder probe

July 22, 2024

Six men arrested after 15-year-old killed amid ‘screaming’ attendees in horror incident in Ladbroke Grove

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Gordon Brown launches ‘multibank’ for London amid rising child poverty

July 21, 2024

New multibanks source supplies from donors such as Amazon to help struggling families

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Keely Hodgkinson becomes sixth fastest woman in history after stunning 800m win at London Diamond League before Olympics

July 20, 2024

Hodgkinson laid down an imtimidating marker ahead of the Paris Olympics

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Diamond League 2024: London schedule and start times

July 20, 2024

Everything you need to know ahead of the meeting

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Iranian TV presenter stabbed in London flees to Israel for safety

July 16, 2024

Exclusive: Pouria Zeraati ‘no longer felt safe in UK’ as Tehran regime steps up threats and attacks on critics in exile An Iranian television presenter, …

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Iranian TV presenter stabbed in London moves abroad for safety

July 16, 2024

Exclusive: Pouria Zeraati ‘no longer felt safe in UK’ as Tehran regime steps up threats and attacks on critics in exile An Iranian television presenter, …

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Met Police failed to solve any neighbourhood crimes in more than 160 parts of London in three years

July 15, 2024

The Metropolitan Police has been criticised by the police watchdog for failing to catch and deter criminals

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Child dies and five people taken to hospital after east London house fire

July 13, 2024

Police trying to trace next of kin after blaze in East Ham on Saturday morning A child has died and five people have been taken …

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Police arrest man after human remains found in Bristol and London

July 13, 2024

The 24-year-old man was arrested at Bristol Temple Meads railway station in early hours of Saturday Detectives have arrested a man in connection with an …

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More human remains found in London as Bristol suitcase suspect named

July 13, 2024

Police say the remains discovered in a west London flat and Bristol belong to the same two men.

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Manhunt over remains of two men found in suitcases shifts to London

July 12, 2024

Metropolitan Police takes over investigation into grim discovery near Clifton Suspension Bridge in Bristol

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Bus passenger stabbed in London after confronting man with feet on seats

July 10, 2024

The suspect left the bus at East Croydon railway station

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EasyJet cancel London to Belfast flight and offer stranded passenger a 2,300-mile round trip to Malaga instead

July 9, 2024

Exclusive: Britain’s biggest budget airline offered a connection that allowed time on a Mediterranean beach

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Paris Hilton shares sweet moment with daughter London in her namesake city

July 8, 2024

Paris Hilton and husband Carter Reum announced the birth of their second child, daughter London, in November 2023

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Is London ready for Slave Play? How boycotts, walkouts, and Rishi Sunak made this the hottest ticket in town

July 6, 2024

Jeremy O Harris’s play scooped a record 12 Tony nominations back in 2021 – but not before its interrogation of race and sexuality inspired walkouts, …

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