Russia's Economy Collapses Under Weight of Ukraine War
Analysis: Russia's economy is faltering as the war in Ukraine drains resources. With inflation soaring and energy income plummeting, could internal tensions lead to Putin's downfall?
Analysis: Russia's economy is faltering as the war in Ukraine drains resources. With inflation soaring and energy income plummeting, could internal tensions lead to Putin's downfall?
An 18-year-old from West London is in custody after a 19-year-old man was fatally stabbed in Chatham. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
A 19-year-old from Bexleyheath has been sentenced to over two years in prison for a dangerous police chase that ended with a stolen car ploughing into an ambulance. Read the full story.
More than 24,000 residents in a Kent town are without water for a third day, forcing school closures. Get the full list of affected schools and latest updates.
South East Water restores supply to Tunbridge Wells but issues urgent boil notice. Thousands face days without safe drinking water as chemical issue recurs. Full details and reaction.
A murder probe is underway after a 19-year-old man was found with stab wounds in Chatham. A man in his 30s has been arrested. Police have cordoned off the area.
Thousands in Kent face fourth day without water after South East Water adds wrong chemicals. Schools shut, elderly struggle as MP calls for CEO to resign.
Over 24,000 people in Tunbridge Wells face a third day without water, forcing multiple schools to close and causing major disruption. Get the full list of closures and latest updates.
Thousands in Tunbridge Wells face a third day without water after a chemical fault at Pembury Treatment Works. Schools are closed and bottled water stations are open. Find out when supplies will return.
Over 24,000 people in Tunbridge Wells face water shortages after treatment plant failure. Bottle stations overwhelmed as businesses close. Full restoration expected Sunday.
Ernestas Juska, 21, receives life sentence for murdering Nina Denisova in Dartford. The court heard how violent pornography influenced his 'depraved' actions. Read the full shocking details.
Ernestas Juska, 21, receives life sentence for murdering family friend Nina Denisova, 39, in Dartford. Judge cites 'extreme impact' of violent pornography.
A new Aldi store opens on Old Kent Road, SE15 on December 11, offering festive shoppers the UK's cheapest groceries and special Christmas hours.
Three burglars are behind bars after a high-speed police chase on the M25, reaching 85mph in a 30 zone, following a Kent home invasion. Discover how justice was served.
UN reveals Gaza faces £53bn+ reconstruction after war created 'human-made abyss'. Economy contracted 87%, pushing population into extreme poverty. Learn more about the devastating impact.
Ahead of the budget, Halifax residents voice their fears and priorities, from wealth inequality to small business support. Discover what the chancellor must address.
A 68-year-old motorist was arrested after a collision killed a cyclist, 34, on Old Kent Road. Police appeal for witnesses and dashcam footage. Call 101 with information.
A 32-year-old pedestrian died after being hit by a car on Old Kent Road, Bermondsey. The driver was arrested on suspicion of dangerous driving. Major traffic disruptions continue.
A serious collision has closed a section of Old Kent Road in Bermondsey, causing major traffic disruption. Police and forensics are on the scene. Get the latest updates.
Discover Swanley, the Kent commuter town with a London postcode, 20-minute trains to London Bridge, and average house prices £230k cheaper than the capital.
A Reform-run council apologises after spending £350 to repaint 'School Keep Clear' markings outside a school closed since 2016. Read the full story on this financial misstep.
Davey Brown, 19, pretended to need a wheelchair to steal beer from Sainsbury's before violently attacking security. He has been sentenced to over three years in prison.
Ashford International Station's Eurostar closure since 2020 costs £126m yearly in lost visitors. Residents describe a 'ghost town' as M&S leads business exodus. Hope remains with 2026 review.
Discover how Folkestone transformed from a declining ferry port into Kent's trendiest coastal town through massive regeneration. Explore the art-filled streets and learn about the £100m investment reshaping this community.
Two senior figures at Kent's Manston immigration facility suspended amid misconduct investigation. Learn about the centre's troubled history and ongoing independent inquiry.
Sydney's ambitious £27m nightlife revival faces generational habits and economic pressures. Can policy overcome the legacy of lockout laws that cost £16bn annually?
Time Out crowns the Kent & East Sussex steam railway as the top day trip from London for winter 2025/26. Discover this magical journey through the countryside.
Andrew Bailey suggests interest rates could fall soon, but reveals the upcoming Budget has delayed immediate action in a major signal to homeowners and businesses.
Kent County Council member Isabella Kemp becomes the latest Reform UK representative suspended amid internal party turmoil and mounting controversies.
Sir Richard Branson's Virgin Group is in advanced talks to transform Kent's abandoned Ashford International station into a vibrant new transport and business hub, potentially creating thousands of jobs.