Politics
Lord Mandelson Resigns from House of Lords Amid Epstein Scandal Fallout
Peter Mandelson announces departure from the House of Lords following fresh disclosures about his ties to Jeffrey Epstein, as police review misconduct allegations.
Culture
Maggots Review: Bush Theatre's Tragic Tale of Urban Isolation
Farah Najib's play Maggots at London's Bush theatre explores a woman's lonely death and community responsibility in a poignant, intimate production.
Sports
Lindsey Vonn Confident of Olympic Return Despite ACL Rupture
American skiing legend Lindsey Vonn reveals she ruptured her ACL but remains determined to compete at the Milano Cortina Winter Olympics, with a final decision pending high-speed testing.
Business
Loveholidays Sale Slashes Prices to £20 Per Night for Turkey Breaks
A major sale by Loveholidays offers seven-night holidays in Turkey, the Algarve, and Malta from around £20 per person per night, with deals running until February 8.
Environment
Transport
Schoolboys Fall From Bus Window in Walsall
Two teenage boys were taken to hospital with injuries after falling from the top deck window of a moving bus in Walsall, West Midlands, following a play-fight.
TfL's £2.5k Road Charge Sparks Noise Disruption Warning
Utility firms warn Transport for London's new £2,500 daily charge for road closures will push works into unsocial hours, causing extra noise for residents on key routes.
Hyde Park Gets Floating Bus Stops & Cycle Highways
Westminster Council unveils major safety upgrades for Hyde Park, including controversial floating bus stops and segregated cycle paths along Bayswater Road, amid accessibility concerns.
Rail Passengers Miss £80m in Delay Compensation Yearly
Rail passengers lose £80m annually in unclaimed delay compensation due to complex forms and multiple accounts. Trainline campaigns for one-click claims to simplify the process.
Liverpool Street Station Closures in March 2026
Network Rail announces major weekend closures at Liverpool Street Station throughout March 2026, affecting Elizabeth line, Overground and National Rail services.