Politics
Sally Rooney books withdrawn from UK over Palestine Action support
Sally Rooney's publisher Faber has stopped selling her books in the UK after her support for banned group Palestine Action, citing potential criminal offences.
Culture
American's First Wetherspoons Visit in Bexleyheath: A Landmark Experience
An American journalist's first visit to The Furze Wren Wetherspoons in Bexleyheath reveals a bustling community hub, budget-friendly deals, and quirky encounters.
Sports
Arsenal's Ruthless Second-Half Blitz Seals Champions League Win Over Lille
Arsenal beat Lille 3-0 in the Champions League with three second-half goals, a win dedicated to late life-president Ken Friar, as Mikel Arteta praised his legacy.
Business
Lee Costcutter owners retire after 40 years serving community
Renuka and Bupendra Patel, known as 'Bob', retired from their Lee convenience store after 40 years, with over 100 residents attending a farewell event.
Transport
Environment
Muswell Hill health club unveils £1.5m poolside overhaul
The Laboratory Spa and Health Club in Muswell Hill completes a £1.5m poolside redevelopment, adding an Ice Lounge, sauna, and steam room to its 25-metre pool.
Trump posts tiger attack video from UK wildlife park
Donald Trump shared footage of a fatal tiger attack at Yorkshire Wildlife Park on Truth Social, prompting a health and safety investigation.
South-east London water outage: multiple leaks cause flooding
Multiple leaks in Dulwich have caused flooding and left homes in SE21, SE22 and SE23 with low water pressure or no water, Thames Water said.
WWT Wetland Centre: Otter Pumpkin Carving at Half-Term
WWT London Wetland Centre in Barnes hosts 'SUPER Natural' half-term event from Oct 24-Nov 1, 2026, with otter pumpkin carving, wand making, and theatre.
Clouded yellow brightens butterfly year despite heat-hit season
Eric Brown adds clouded yellow to his 2026 butterfly list at Oare Marshes, despite a poor year overall, as Butterfly Conservation reports mixed Big Butterfly Count results.
General Knowledge Quiz: Test Your Wits
Stretch your general knowledge with fourteen questions on science, sport, literature, nature and famous Britons from Newton to Shakespeare. A mix of easy wins and trickier teasers for the whole family. How many can you score?