Obituary: Richard Mason, teacher and football fan, dies aged 82
Richard Mason, a beloved history teacher and football fanatic who attended over 5,000 matches, has died at 82. Read about his life from Kent classrooms to Bergamo.
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A404 Brentfield closed after serious police incident
A major road in Brent, North West London, is shut in both directions following a serious police incident. Get the latest updates and traffic information here.
Lithium Battery Truck Fire Closes Hume Highway
A major fire involving a truck carrying 15 tonnes of lithium-ion batteries has forced the closure of the Hume Highway in NSW. Authorities warn of toxic vapour clouds and multi-day disruptions. Read the latest on this critical incident.
Cricket Star-Backed Bar Chain Goes Into Administration
Sixes Social Cricket, a bar chain backed by England cricketers including Ben Stokes, has called in administrators. One venue closes immediately, but rescue talks are underway.
M25 bridge closed 57 hours this weekend - diversion routes
The Cobham Road bridge over the M25 in Surrey will be closed for 57 hours from Friday night for essential repairs. Plan your journey with our full diversion guide.
A3 Hindhead Tunnel closed after collision
The A3 is shut in both directions after a traffic collision, with the Hindhead Tunnel fully closed. Surrey Police are at the scene. Expect major delays.
London's oldest children's hospice shuts before Christmas
Richard House Children's Hospice in Beckton enters administration, leaving 600 vulnerable children without full support. Replacement hospice won't be fully operational until March.
East London primary school to close due to falling pupil numbers
Calverton Primary School in Newham will close next year after a council vote. The decision follows a £1.1m budget deficit driven by declining pupil rolls, sparking parent protests.
M27 Christmas closure for 8,500-tonne underpass installation
The M27 motorway will shut for over 10 days this Christmas as a massive 8,500-tonne underpass is slid into place near Fareham. Plan your journeys now.
North London Bowling Alley Threatened by 190-Flat Plan
Beloved Finsbury Park bowling alley, Rowans Tenpin Bowl, could be demolished for flats under Haringey Council's new local plan. Public consultation ends December 19.
Rural NZ Exodus: Mill Closures Force Families to Leave
The closure of Winstone Pulp's mills in Ruapehu, New Zealand, has led to over 230 job losses, forcing families to move and raising fears of a 'hollowing out' of rural regions. Read the full story.
Sidcup driver arrested after man hit by car in argument
A 40-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a collision on Foots Cray High Street, Sidcup. Police say the incident followed an altercation. The victim has been discharged from hospital.
London Christmas 2025 Travel: Full Tube & Train Closures
Plan your festive travel in London with our complete guide to tube and train closures from December 24 to January 2, 2025-2026. Essential reading for navigating the capital.
Four dead after minivan hits tree in Victoria
A tragic crash in Muckatah, Victoria, has left four people dead and five injured, including three children. Police are investigating the Monday evening incident.
Emergency services respond to Heathrow Airport incident
Emergency services declared a significant incident at Heathrow Airport's Terminal 3 car park on Sunday morning, causing travel disruption. Full details and updates on the ongoing response.
M25 halted for hours after Porsche fire
A dramatic Porsche fire brought the M25 clockwise to a standstill for over 2.5 hours, causing severe delays. See the photos and diversion details.
M4 Tunnel Closure: Emergency Repairs Over Roof Safety Fears
Sydney's WestConnex M4 tunnel closed after bulging 'shotcrete' lining sparked collapse fears, causing major delays. Get the full explainer on the cause and safety assurances.
Coventry Airport to Close in 2026 for Gigafactory
Coventry Airport will shut permanently in June 2026, ending 90 years of aviation history to allow construction of a major battery gigafactory, despite local opposition. Read the full story.
Northern Line & Night Tube closures this weekend
Planned closures on the Northern, Metropolitan & Piccadilly lines will affect London Underground travel this weekend, December 6-7. Check before you travel.
Zipcar to close UK operations, exit London by year-end
Zipcar is shutting its UK business, removing its shared fleet from London streets. We explore the impact on communities and the future of car-sharing in Britain.
Historic London cinema faces closure after council blocks plan
East London's 150-year-old Genesis Cinema could be lost forever after Tower Hamlets Council rejected a plan to build student flats above it, the only solution the owner says can save it. Read the full story.
Sydney Tunnel Chaos: 4-Hour Gridlock Over Roof Fears
Hundreds of Sydney drivers were trapped for up to four hours in a major tunnel amid fears of a 'shockcrete' roof collapse. Read the full report on the emergency closure and traffic chaos.
M25 emergency closure for carriageway defect repairs
The M25 northbound link to the M1 is closed for emergency works. National Highways warns of delays. Allow extra journey time.
London's Square Mile to Miss 2030 Road Death Target
The City of London Corporation is off track to meet its 2030 Vision Zero goal after 57 serious injuries in 2024. Read the latest data and community concerns.
Council legal action over last police front desk closure
Richmond Council launches legal action against the Met Police and Mayor over the 'unlawful' closure of Twickenham's front desk, leaving the borough without any public police counter. Read the full story.
Zipcar to close UK operation, suspends bookings
Zipcar, the world's largest car-sharing firm, is shutting its UK business, removing fleet access across London. Find out what this means for sustainable transport.
Zipcar to close UK operations, Christmas bookings safe
Car-sharing giant Zipcar announces plans to shut its UK business. New bookings suspended after 31 Dec, but festive rentals are secure. Full details on the closure and consultation.
Mitcham wins banking hub after Lloyds branch closure
Mitcham will get a shared banking hub in 2026 after a successful community campaign overturned an initial rejection, restoring vital face-to-face services. Read the full story.
Brent road closures and reopenings for December
A mix of road closures and reopenings will affect Brent this December. See the full list of disruptions and key dates for Willesden, Dollis Hill, and Park Royal.
Blackwall Tunnel closure causes heavy East London delays
Structural repairs force Blackwall Tunnel southbound closure until Monday, December 1, causing severe delays across Limehouse, Poplar and Royal Docks. Plan your journey now.
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