New data reveals UK adult alcohol consumption has fallen to a record low of 10.2 drinks a week. A Drinkaware survey shows 73% plan to moderate over Christmas. Discover the trends and tips for a balanced festive season.
A writer reflects on eight alcohol-free festive seasons, offering wisdom on navigating Christmas Day stress, the benefits of sobriety, and finding alternative pleasures. Discover a fresh perspective on holiday celebrations.
The government unveils a sweeping ban on puppy farming and trail hunting. Critics accuse Labour of ignoring rural Britain, while animal charities welcome the reforms.
Discover the unique World Time Linear Clock at Piccadilly Circus Tube station. Installed in 1928, this ingenious device shows the time anywhere on Earth at a glance. Find out more about this hidden London gem.
Sweeping animal welfare reforms will outlaw puppy farming, snaring and trail hunting. New laws to phase out colony cages and farrowing crates by 2030. Read the full details.
Discover the story of Kensington (Olympia) station, the London Underground stop kept secret for years due to its vital role in the Second World War and its use by Allied Commander Dwight D. Eisenhower.
Exclusive TfL data reveals the London Underground line with the highest number of recorded sex offences between April 2024 and March 2025. See the full list and what's being done.
A 'bright, beautiful, clever and funny' 16-year-old girl, Daisy House, has died after an incident at Loughton Tube station. British Transport Police are not treating the death as suspicious. Read the full story.
The heartbroken family of Daisy House have paid tribute to their 'bright and beautiful' daughter after she died following an incident at Loughton Underground station. Read their full statement.
Discover the forgotten story of South Kentish Town Tube station, abandoned after a 1924 power cut, where a passenger was reportedly trapped in darkness for a week. Explore London's hidden history.
A coroner warns of safety risks after Brian Mitchell was struck seven times by Jubilee line trains at Stratford station. Read the inquest findings and the family's call for change.
A doctor reveals a simple food hack to reduce hangover risk this Christmas party season. Discover why cheese could be your best pre-drink defence and what to eat the morning after.
The European Commission's proposal to weaken its 2035 ban on new petrol and diesel cars marks a major climate policy reversal. This editorial argues the move is a road to nowhere for Europe's automotive future.
A 'customer incident' has forced the closure of Colliers Wood Tube station, causing severe delays on the Northern line. London Buses are accepting tickets. Get the latest travel updates here.
Australia plans to ban social media for under-16s. Our guide explains when it starts, which apps are included, and how it will work. Stay informed on this major policy shift.
Londoners face severe travel disruption this festive weekend as three Underground lines face closures and multiple TfL services are hit. Plan your journey now.
Transport for London is under pressure to create a cohesive strategy, similar to its road safety plan, to tackle rising violence and harassment against women and girls on the Tube and buses.
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s from next Wednesday. The law, sparked by tragedy, aims to protect mental health but faces fierce opposition. Could the UK follow?
Australia enacts one of the world's toughest social media bans for under-16s next Wednesday, aiming to protect children from addiction and cyberbullying. The landmark law sparks fierce debate.
A Kent water treatment works that failed, cutting off tens of thousands, was warned over contamination risks. The boil notice lasts 10 days. Read the latest.
President Donald Trump signs a sweeping executive order to ban immigration from seven Muslim-majority countries. Read the full details and potential consequences.
President Trump's xenophobic cabinet rant and a sweeping halt to immigration from 19 nations, including Somalia, marks a severe escalation in US policy. Follow the latest developments and impacts.
Australia's world-first social media ban for under-16s starts 10 December. We explain which platforms are included, how age checks work, and if a delay is possible. Get the full details.
Five London boroughs join a campaign to ban gambling advertising on the Underground, citing public health risks and strong public support for restrictions. Read the full story.
Plan your London travel this December with our complete guide to TfL closures affecting the Tube, Overground, and Elizabeth line. Check dates and alternative routes now.
Australia's pioneering under-16s social media ban begins 10 Dec, with more platforms like Lemon8 to be added. Minister Anika Wells admits a 'sieve' effect but vows fines up to $50m.
Discover the WWII pillbox at Putney Bridge Station, a concrete relic from 1940 built as a last line of defence against German invasion. Learn its history and how to spot it today.
Explore every stop on London's busiest Tube line. From its 19th-century origins to the 52 stations connecting the capital today, discover the Northern Line's vital role.
Plan your London travel this December with key TfL closures on Tube, Overground, Elizabeth and DLR lines. Essential reading for commuters.
Discover the forgotten 'Mail Rail', a tiny underground railway that transported post beneath London's streets for decades. Explore its unique history and why it closed.