Politics
86-year-old threatens to chain herself to 1ft fence in council row
Residents in their 80s at a Norwich retirement complex face a council order to remove a 1ft-high picket fence, with one threatening to chain herself to it.
Culture
18th Century London Pub Under Bridge Offers Modern AC Escape from Heatwave
The Mug House, an 18th-century pub under London Bridge, provides a naturally cool retreat with modern air conditioning, perfect for escaping the July 2026 heatwave.
Sports
Prince Louis wants to be Wimbledon ball boy, Princess Kate reveals
Prince Louis has been asking about becoming a ball boy, the Princess of Wales revealed at Wimbledon on Saturday, as she attended the ladies' singles final.
Business
Junior and Princess Andre's I'm A Celebrity hopes dashed by show bosses
Junior and Princess Andre's hopes of appearing on I'm A Celebrity... Get Me Out of Here! have been quashed by ITV bosses due to their upcoming role in Celebrity Race Across the World.
Environment
Transport
Seven Tube lines face delays after fire near tracks
Seven London Underground lines are experiencing delays on Saturday, July 11, after a lineside fire at Stratford and other issues. Elizabeth and Mildmay lines have severe delays, while others face minor delays or closures.
Roding Valley: London's quietest Tube station
Roding Valley, the quietest Tube station, served only 130,000 passengers in 2025. Residents praise the community but cite unreliable trains, ULEZ, and changing demographics.
Walton-on-the-Naze: Quiet Essex Beach Town 90 Mins from London
Walton-on-the-Naze, just 90 minutes from London by train, offers golden beaches and a peaceful escape from crowded seaside resorts like Southend and Brighton.
Romford feels like Essex, not London, says resident
A former Romford resident argues the town remains culturally Essex despite being part of Greater London since the 1960s, highlighting ongoing identity debate.
Putney road changes after £1m plan worsened congestion
Wandsworth Council proposes new measures to tackle congestion in Putney after a £1 million junction redesign worsened traffic, including reverting bus lane hours and scrapping cycle wands.
TV & Film Quiz: The Best of British Screen
From Doctor Who and James Bond to Only Fools and Horses and Fawlty Towers, our TV and film quiz celebrates classic British screen favourites. Fourteen questions of mixed difficulty for every armchair fan. Lights, camera, action!
