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London Museum to reopen in Smithfield in 2026

The Museum of London, rebranded as London Museum, will open its new Smithfield home in 2026. The venue features an underground gallery and a view of Farringdon trains.

London's Underground station that closed after 2 years

Discover the story of Brill Underground Station, a remote Tube stop in Buckinghamshire that saw minimal passengers and closed just two years after joining the network. Sign up for our weekly Tube newsletter!

Cutty Sark DLR station escalator replacement underway

New escalators have been delivered to the long-closed Cutty Sark DLR station in Greenwich. The station will remain shut until at least Spring 2026 for the major upgrade. Read more on the local impact and travel alternatives.

Louvre Museum faces collapse amid thefts and decay

The Louvre, the world's most visited museum, is battling a crisis of thefts, leaks, and structural decay. As France launches a €1.15bn rescue plan, we examine if it can be saved in time.

£800m Taxpayer Bill for Bayeux Tapestry Loan

British taxpayers will cover an £800 million indemnity for the Bayeux Tapestry's loan to the British Museum in 2026. The historic artefact's record valuation sparks transport concerns.

Ickenham Tube's Christmas ghost in a red scarf

Explore the eerie legend of the ghost in a red scarf that haunts Ickenham Tube station every Christmas. Discover the chilling 1952 origin story and other London Underground spectres.

Key London Development Decisions Expected in 2026

Major schemes including Liverpool Street Station, One Silk Street, and the Barbican Centre renewal are set for crucial decisions in 2026, shaping the future of the City of London. Discover the details.

Guardian's Top 20 Long Reads of 2025 Revealed

Explore The Guardian's curated selection of the 20 finest long-form articles from 2025, featuring deep dives into Russian literature, Syria's war, and YouTube stardom. Discover in-depth journalism at its best.

Colindale Tube Station Reopens After Major £29.5m Upgrade

Colindale Underground station has fully reopened following an 18-month, £29.5m transformation. The upgrade provides step-free access and increased capacity to support the area's 70% population surge. Discover the new look.

London's Secret WWII Tube Station Hidden For Years

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.

16-year-old girl dies at Loughton Underground station

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.

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