Sir John Stanley, Former Defence Minister, Dies at 85
Sir John Stanley, the respected former Armed Forces Minister and long-serving MP for Tonbridge and Malling, has died aged 85. Read about his remarkable career and legacy.
Sir John Stanley, the respected former Armed Forces Minister and long-serving MP for Tonbridge and Malling, has died aged 85. Read about his remarkable career and legacy.
The first UK hotel from the Sircle Collection has opened at Devonshire Square, blending heritage with modern design. Discover how it supports the City's Destination City vision.
Olympic legend Sir Chris Hoy shares his courageous response to a terminal diagnosis in a new BBC film. Plus, Sports Personality of the Year and festive treats. Discover what to watch.
Hotels in London's Square Mile face an average 135% rise in business rates from April 2026, sparking a major feud between the hospitality sector and the Treasury. Discover which venues are hardest hit.
A monumental, life-sized marble Triceratops skull sculpture has been unveiled in Mayfair's Berkeley Square. Created by British artist Paul Vanstone, it will be on free public display for two years.
Explore the City of London's dazzling festive installations for 2025. From lantern trails to Snoopy sculptures, discover the magic with our guide to the BIDs' Christmas events.
The UK government has invested £120m to secure the future of Ineos's Grangemouth ethylene plant, saving hundreds of jobs and Britain's chemical manufacturing base. Read the full details.
Ioan Pintaru, who stabbed an 11-year-old girl eight times in a random London attack, has been detained indefinitely under the Mental Health Act. Read the full court report.
Discover the blockbuster London film premieres for 2026, including Mortal Kombat II and Toy Story 5. Get the full schedule and see which Hollywood stars are coming to town.
A man who stabbed an 11-year-old girl eight times in a random London attack has been given an indefinite hospital order. Read the full court details.
Plans for 288 new flats in Brixton, including 98 social rent homes, have been submitted to Lambeth Council. The scheme features three new blocks up to 20 storeys tall.
Ioan-Alexandru Pintaru sentenced after random attack on Australian schoolgirl in central London. Heroic bystanders intervened to save her life. Read the full story.
A homeless man who stabbed an 11-year-old Australian girl in a random Leicester Square attack has been detained indefinitely under the Mental Health Act. Read the full court details.
Market Place Food Hall has opened in London's West End with five floors of surprisingly affordable food from 16 traders. Discover the must-try dishes and why it's a game-changer for pre-theatre dining.
Inside the world's second-largest cricket hall in Falmer, a revolutionary project is breaking down barriers. Square One uses colour-coded nets, microchipped balls, and a new coaching language to make the sport truly inclusive. Could this be the future of
Air Chief Marshal Sir Richard Knighton warns Russia's military is stronger than ever, urging a 'whole of nation' response to rising danger. Read the stark assessment.
Ukrainian President Zelenskyy meets UK PM Starmer and E3 allies in London. Talks focus on fragile peace negotiations and future support as Russia demands 'radical changes'. Read the latest.
Manchester United have turned down Roma's opening offer for Joshua Zirkzee. Sir Jim Ratcliffe insists on a permanent transfer, potentially boosting United's January budget. Read the latest on the striker's future.
A South London primary school has been given a food hygiene rating of zero. Inspectors found major improvements were needed, but the school says the issue was isolated and has been fixed.
EastEnders fans are celebrating the dramatic return of legendary character Sam Mitchell, played by Kim Medcalf, to Walford. The comeback promises festive fireworks and a powerful new breast cancer storyline. Read the full details here.
Jamie Oliver's restaurant chain, Jamie's Italian, is set for a UK revival with a new flagship in London's West End next spring, following a partnership with Brava Hospitality Group.
Sam Mitchell's surprise EastEnders return hides a devastating health secret. The BBC soap is set to tackle a breast cancer storyline with sensitivity. Read the full details.
Sir Terence English, the surgeon who launched the UK's first successful heart transplant programme at Papworth Hospital, has died aged 93. Read his remarkable story.
The iconic Trafalgar Square Christmas tree lights up at 6pm tonight, 4 December. Get the full schedule, history, and how long it stays. Join the festive celebration in central London.
A person is in a major trauma centre after a crash near Oxford Circus. Four London bus routes are on diversion. Get the latest traffic and travel updates here.
A former college campus near Oxford Street is set for a 'deep retrofit' into offices, a food hall and retail. Westminster Council calls it a 'highly commendable scheme' set to create hundreds of jobs.
A tribute to England cricketer Robin Smith, whose defiant batting and iconic square cut inspired a generation during a tough era for the national team. Discover his legacy.
The City of London Corporation is off track to meet its 2030 Vision Zero goal after 57 serious injuries in 2024. Read the latest data and community concerns.
Remembering Sir Geoffrey Bindman, the human rights lawyer who championed civil liberties and stood by the dispossessed, from Pinochet's victims to countless others. Explore his remarkable legacy.
London's iconic Trafalgar Square Christmas tree now has a witty X account, delighting followers with festive jokes. Discover the story behind this quirky tradition and its 2025 switch-on date.