Politics
Met Police Staff Strike Suspended as Union Considers New Pay Offer
A planned strike by thousands of Metropolitan Police civilian staff has been suspended as their union consults on a new pay offer. The dispute centres on a London allowance paid to officers.
Culture
Jonathan Bailey & Ariana Grande to Star in 'Sunday in the Park with George' at Barbican
Jonathan Bailey and Ariana Grande will reunite on stage to lead a major new production of Stephen Sondheim's 'Sunday in the Park with George' at the Barbican in summer 2027. Tickets go on sale in May 2026.
Sports
Rosenior's Sterling & Disasi 'Conversations' Deal Blow to West Ham & Fulham
New Chelsea boss Liam Rosenior plans talks with Raheem Sterling and Axel Disasi, potentially derailing January moves for the exiled duo to London rivals Fulham and West Ham.
Business
NASA to Return Four Astronauts Early from ISS Due to Medical Concern
NASA is bringing four astronauts home early from the International Space Station due to a medical concern. The crew is stable and the return is a precaution, not an emergency. Read the latest updates.
Health
Environment
Transport
Bull shot dead on Selby railway after causing havoc
Armed police humanely dispatched a bull on a live railway near Selby after it escaped, causing major disruption. Read the full story and reaction.
West London council praised for road maintenance amid cuts
Despite financial pressures, Hillingdon Council is one of only 15 in England rated 'good' for road conditions. Discover how AI and innovation are fixing potholes and keeping traffic flowing.
New Thames Embankment Opens in Central London
A 1.5-acre public space, the Bazalgette Embankment, has opened on the Thames north bank, finally connecting Westminster to the Tower of London. Explore the new walkways, art, and green space.
Man in 20s dies in Catford motorbike crash
A young motorcyclist has died following a collision on Canadian Avenue in Catford. Police are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage as the investigation continues.
Gatwick ranked 8th most stressful airport globally
A new report by Condé Nast Traveller places London Gatwick among the planet's top ten most stressful airports for 2026. Discover the factors behind the ranking and what's being done to improve.