Police officer dies in A12 crash responding to emergency
A police officer died in the line of duty after a crash on the A12 near Ingatestone. The road was closed for hours as Essex Police investigated the incident.
A police officer died in the line of duty after a crash on the A12 near Ingatestone. The road was closed for hours as Essex Police investigated the incident.
A woman was rescued from a North London house fire believed to be caused by a cigarette. The London Fire Brigade issues a vital safety warning to all smokers.
North London's Grade II listed Art Deco gem, Hornsey Town Hall, reopens following a monumental six-year restoration, removed from the Heritage at Risk register. Discover the revived cultural hub.
Despite being named Britain's most deprived neighbourhood, Jaywick in Essex boasts a strong community spirit with food banks, clubs and cultural events supporting residents.
Essex Police criticise drivers who exited vehicles and reversed on hard shoulder after major M11 collision. Multiple hospitalisations reported. Contact police with information.
Discover why Buckhurst Hill in Essex was named one of Britain's best places to live in 2023. Residents reveal the secret to its village charm and excellent London transport links.
A man has died following a house fire in Romsey Road, Dagenham. London Fire Brigade and Met Police are investigating the cause of the blaze. Sign up for daily East London updates.
A huge fire tore through Exeter City FC's stadium, damaging a stand recently part of a £3.4m redevelopment. Emergency services battled the blaze overnight. Read the latest updates.
A London firefighter saved a family of seven from a ferocious e-bike battery fire in his first week on the job. Learn about the dangers of lithium-ion batteries and essential safety tips.
The Guardian unveils 'Building Power', an independent editorial series examining movement building and civil rights protection efforts across the United States. Explore the groundbreaking coverage now.
Dev Hynes' Blood Orange will headline and curate RALLY Festival in Southwark Park on 29 August 2026. Tickets from £42.50 go on sale 14 November.
A woman has tragically died following a house fire on Broome Road in Hampton, South West London. The London Fire Brigade is investigating the cause of the blaze.
Armed police and specialist units descended on Essex Road in Islington today in a major operation that saw multiple arrests and road closures. Exclusive details inside.
A significant police incident has brought Essex Road in Islington to a standstill, with multiple emergency vehicles and a large cordon in place. Here's what we know so far about the ongoing situation.
Dramatic scenes unfolded in Greenwich as seventy firefighters tackled a massive rooftop fire that sent plumes of smoke across southeast London. Emergency services remain on scene.
Escape the city bustle and step back in time to Saffron Walden, a stunning medieval Essex town offering historic charm, independent shops and countryside beauty just 60 minutes from the capital.
A construction worker has died after being trapped for nearly half a day beneath the rubble of a collapsed 14th-century bell tower at St Mary's Church in Kent during restoration work.
Emergency crews pull construction worker from rubble of collapsed 14th-century tower in dramatic overnight operation after 11 hours trapped beneath medieval stonework.
A significant portion of Rome's medieval Torre dei Conti has collapsed, sending rubble cascading into the street near the Imperial Forums. The 12th-century tower suffered catastrophic structural failure, though miraculously no injuries were reported.
London Fire Brigade sounds alarm over dangerous electrical habits after responding to multiple serious fires across the capital. Essential safety tips revealed.
A heartbreaking incident in West London as a family cat dies in a six-pump fire emergency. The devastating blaze in a residential property has left the community in shock.
Five people were hospitalised after a high-speed train crashed into a lorry at a level crossing near Chappel and Wakes Colne station in Essex, sparking a major emergency response.
A massive fire has engulfed a residential property in London's exclusive Notting Hill, with nearly 100 firefighters working through the night to contain the devastating blaze that sent plumes of smoke across west London.
Discover how a former Victorian asylum in Carshalton is being transformed into luxury apartments, blending historic architecture with modern living in this peaceful London suburb.
Billericay Town delivered a statement performance against Isthmian Premier Division leaders Hornchurch, battling to a hard-fought draw that shakes up the title race.
A devastating house fire in Sidmouth, Devon has turned into a murder investigation with five teenagers in custody as police probe the suspicious blaze that destroyed a residential property.
Metropolitan Police confirm five arrests following devastating residential fire in Plumstead that resulted in one fatality, with investigation ongoing into suspected arson.
As polling day approaches, former Conservative leadership contender Kemi Badenoch campaigns with visible optimism despite facing almost certain defeat in her Essex constituency.
In a dramatic Essex seaside showdown, Reform UK's Nigel Farage faces an unexpected challenge from 28-year-old Labour candidate Jovan Owusu-Nepaul. Discover how this generational battle could reshape British politics.
A century-old London medical centre faces demolition as developers clear the site for high-end residential apartments, sparking local heritage concerns.