A Veolia bin lorry destroyed a South Norwood community garden in March 2025. Volunteers from People for Portland Road are still waiting for promised compensation and a replacement tree nearly a year later.
A complete guide to planned roadworks and closures across Croydon in early 2026, affecting major routes like the Flyover and High Street. Plan your journeys.
A huge fire has gutted an amusement arcade at Ocean Beach Pleasure Park in South Shields. Police are treating it as the second suspected arson at the site in a month. Read the latest updates.
A student has died following a medical emergency at St Wilfrid's RC College in South Shields. The school is closed as the community mourns. Our thoughts are with the family.
At least 11 people, including a 3-year-old boy, were killed in a shooting at an illegal tavern in Pretoria. Police are hunting for three suspects. Read the latest.
At least 11 people, including three children, were killed in a shooting at an illegal bar in Pretoria. Police are hunting three suspects. Read the latest on this tragic incident.
The South Bank Employers' Group has appointed five new directors to its board, marking a major governance overhaul. Discover how this will shape the area's future.
British Transport Police seek public's help to identify four men after a violent brawl on platforms at Norwood Junction station. Three people were arrested following the September incident.
The creator of AI actress Tilly Norwood defends her creation, insisting AI performers will boost the entertainment industry rather than replace human actors. Discover the future of synthetic entertainment.
Particle6 founder Eline Van der Velden defends AI actress Tilly Norwood, claiming synthetic performers will boost the entertainment industry and create more jobs for actors in the UK.
Nigeria welcomes its first official delegation from St Kitts and Nevis following a historic visa-free travel agreement, signalling a new era of Afri-Caribbean cooperation.
Lexi Lochore accidentally became 'cat mum' to 20 strays in South London, spending £1,000 on vet bills and £60 weekly on food while trying to rehome them.
A Texas state trooper was removed from duty after a confrontation with South Carolina player Nyck Harbor, drawing criticism from LeBron James. Discover the full story.
Stephen Bryant, a triple murderer who spent 21 years on death row, chose execution by firing squad in South Carolina. Three prison volunteers carried out the sentence.
Thamesmead residents are desperately hoping for a DLR extension to fix the area's long-standing transport problems. Could this be the key to unlocking 30,000 new homes?
Chao Xu, one of the UK's most prolific sex offenders, jailed for life. Police appeal for hundreds of potential victims to come forward after discovering hidden cameras and assault videos.
Stephen Bryant faces execution by firing squad in South Carolina, marking the state's third such execution this year despite mounting criticism of the method. Learn about the case and ongoing death penalty debate.
Outrage in South Africa after 153 Palestinians, including children, were held on a sweltering tarmac for 12 hours over documentation issues. Read the full story.
Southwark Council approves a new 90-bed care home on Asylum Road to address the borough's ageing population and lack of local care capacity. Set to open in 2029.
A man and woman in their 20s died after their BMW left the M1 and struck a tree. Police appeal for witnesses to the tragic South Yorkshire collision.
A 17-year-old girl was fatally stabbed in her Cefn Forest home as her mother was severely injured. An 18-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of murder. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
A devastating bird flu outbreak has killed an estimated 53,000 female elephant seals on South Georgia, wiping out nearly half the breeding population with serious implications for the species' future.
South Park's latest episode 'Sora Not Sorry' explores AI deepfake chaos featuring disturbing Trump-Vance sex scenes and child abuse investigations. Read our full analysis.
A vast weak spot in Earth's magnetic field over the South Atlantic has grown by nearly half the size of Europe since 2014, new research reveals. Discover what this means for satellites and our planet.
South Park's latest episode featuring explicit Donald Trump and JD Vance sex scene leaves fans traumatised. The controversial show continues pushing boundaries despite White House criticism.
Greenwich Council confirms the 30-year-old Waterfront Leisure Centre will be demolished to make way for new housing once the state-of-the-art Woolwich Waves opens next month.
Transport for London is seeking public input to improve safety and reduce congestion on the A232, where 63 collisions were recorded in three years. Share your views and help shape the future of this key route.
South Australian parliament voted down a bill to restrict abortion access after 22 weeks. The proposed amendment sparked an emotional debate on women's healthcare rights.
Former heavyweight boxer Alexander Warren denies five animal cruelty charges following a MyLondon investigation into a series of cat deaths across South London. Read the full story.
London's South Bank transforms into a glittering wonderland with Winter Light's free art trail. Discover neon installations, hourly light shows & festive markets until January 18, 2026.