Politics
London Tube Strikes Could Cost Economy £760m This Year
Analysis shows Tube strikes planned until June could cost London's economy up to £760m, with lost working days and reduced consumer spending hitting businesses hard.
Culture
Fleetwood Mac and Traffic rocker Dave Mason dies at 79
Dave Mason, English rock musician and Traffic co-founder, dies at 79. Known for 'Feelin' Alright', he collaborated with Hendrix, Fleetwood Mac, and more.
Sports
Jason Cundy slams Chelsea's 'worst performance ever' after Brighton defeat
Jason Cundy calls Chelsea's 3-0 loss to Brighton the 'worst performance' he's ever seen, as fans call for Liam Rosenior's sack. Chelsea face Leeds in FA Cup semi-final.
Business
Gold and Silver Surge as Hochschild Mining Shines in London
Hochschild Mining reports a near 40% rise in gold prices, boosting London mining stocks. Silver prices surge, with haven demand amid global turmoil.
Environment
Transport
Tube Strikes Devastate Small Businesses: Revenue Plunges
Small businesses in London report major revenue losses due to four-day Tube strikes, with footfall dropping sharply. Owners express stress and criticism of government support.
High Cost of Living Disables Access in Society
A podcast explores how rising living costs disproportionately impact disabled individuals, limiting access to essential services and creating a disabling world.
Spanish Airport Shuts for Major Runway Work, Affecting UK Flights
Santiago-Rosalía de Castro Airport in Galicia, Spain, closes for five weeks from April 23 for runway resurfacing, impacting 30 weekly UK flights and over 5,000 British passengers.
Thames Water fined £10k for dangerous Chelsea works
Kensington and Chelsea Council prosecutes Thames Water after safety failures at Seymour Walk site left public exposed to hazards including improper barriers and dangerous equipment.
Police Appeal After Knife Threat Robbery at Edgware Tube
British Transport Police are investigating a robbery where a man was threatened with a knife and robbed of £50 outside Edgware Underground station. Authorities have released an image of a suspect.
