How Archway Tube station lost its original name
Discover the story of Archway Tube station, which opened as Highgate in 1907 before its name was given to another station on the Northern line. Learn about its history and a 2006 derailment.
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First 3 tenants revealed for restored Sicilian Avenue
An indie café, a luxury massage parlour and a Japanese teashop are the first new tenants announced for the historic Sicilian Avenue in Holborn, following its five-year, £245 million restoration. Discover the new Bloomsbury hotspot.
Historic Sicilian Avenue in Holborn reopens with new shops
London's iconic Grade II-listed Sicilian Avenue reopens after a five-year restoration. Discover the first three new businesses moving in, from coffee to Japanese tea.
Mad Men 4K Restoration on HBO Max Has Major Goofs
HBO Max's new 4K restoration of Mad Men contains bizarre mistakes, including visible crew members and episodes out of order. Discover the streaming blunders here.
Ex-loggers help save critically endangered cotton-top tamarins
In Colombia's vanishing dry forests, a unique team of ex-loggers and conservationists is fighting to restore habitat for the critically endangered cotton-top tamarin, with fewer than 7,500 left in the wild.
SA's Oyster Shell Recycling Fights Toxic Algal Blooms
South Australians are urged to eat local oysters and donate shells for reef restoration. The innovative project uses shrimp soundtracks to lure baby oysters, filtering water and combating devastating algal blooms.
Man stabbed near McDonald's in Islington
A man has been rushed to hospital after a stabbing on Highgate Hill, Islington, in the early hours of Monday morning. Police are investigating the incident. Follow for live updates.
London's Fairy Tale Café in Ancient Woodland
Discover Queens Wood Cafe, a stunning storybook cabin in North London's ancient woodland. Just 5 mins from Highgate Tube, it offers homemade cakes, community events & a permaculture garden.
From Grief to Grace: A London Grave Cleaning Story
After his father's death, Jay McGregor founded Graceful Graves, a professional grave cleaning service helping Londoners maintain their loved ones' final resting places. Discover how grief inspired a compassionate business.
London's WW1 Heroes Get Headstones After Century
Two dozen First World War heroes buried in unmarked pauper's graves in South London for over a century are finally receiving individual headstones. Discover how to check if you're related.
Dr Martens Opens Biggest UK Store in Covent Garden
Dr Martens unveils its largest UK flagship store in London's Covent Garden, featuring two floors, a café, boot restoration & exclusive collections. Visit now!
Yorkshire family masters lime mortar for home restoration
A North Yorkshire family discovers the sustainable magic of traditional lime mortar in a hands-on workshop, learning to repair their historic home with breathable, eco-friendly materials. Unlock the secrets of heritage building preservation.
Hornsey Town Hall restored after six-year project
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.
Australia's biodiversity offset reforms risk NSW mistakes
Federal Labor's proposed biodiversity offset changes could replicate NSW's flawed system, warn scientists. Critics say pay-to-destroy schemes accelerate species extinction.
Highgate Cemetery's £18m restoration approved
Camden Council approves ambitious 25-year, £18 million restoration plan for London's historic Highgate Cemetery, protecting graves of Karl Marx and George Michael while enhancing biodiversity.
Donald MacIntyre's Legacy in UK Wildflower Restoration
Discover how Donald MacIntyre's pioneering work with native seeds transformed Britain's biodiversity through Emorsgate Seeds and ecological restoration methods.
Princess Anne's Wreath Laying in Singapore
Princess Anne led a solemn Remembrance service at Kranji War Cemetery, marking 60 years of UK-Singapore diplomatic ties. Discover the poignant family connection and royal orchid naming.
Dutch Honour Black WWII Soldiers at Margraten
Dutch volunteers research and display photos of African American soldiers buried at Margraten cemetery, ensuring their stories are remembered 80 years after liberation.
Highgate legal battle over 15-storey tower block
Furious locals in affluent Highgate are taking legal action to stop a massive 15-storey development they claim will destroy their neighbourhood's character and create a 'monstrous' landmark.
Native Oysters Return to British Shores After Decades
Exciting conservation efforts are bringing native oysters back to UK coastal waters, creating thriving marine ecosystems and reviving a lost part of Britain's natural heritage.
Worker dies trapped under collapsed medieval tower
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.
47% Report Life-Changing Skin Transformation
Groundbreaking clinical results reveal nearly half of customers using this innovative skincare formula experienced such dramatic improvements that it restored their confidence and transformed their daily lives.
River ladder gives salmon a fighting chance
A remarkable conservation project on a Northumberland river is helping Atlantic salmon overcome man-made obstacles, offering hope for this endangered species.
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