Independent pub group Urban Pubs & Bars has acquired five premium London venues, expanding its estate to 65 sites and reporting over £100m in annual sales. Discover the latest in London's hospitality growth.
A new weekly farmers' market is opening in Peckham, South London, offering grass-fed beef, free-range eggs and fresh produce. Launching January 24 at Belham Primary School.
London's IPO market struggled in 2025 with poor returns, despite government efforts. Discover the winners, losers, and 2026 hopes in our analysis.
The reborn London Museum, reopening in Smithfield in late 2026, has been crowned the best new thing to do in the capital by Time Out. Discover its new home and features.
How will Rachel Reeves' Mansion Tax and rising council tax affect London homeowners in 2026? Expert analysis on the market's resilience and the challenges ahead.
London's FTSE 100 index surged over 20% in 2025, its strongest performance in 16 years. Discover how share buybacks and key sectors like defence and mining powered the rally.
Norwegian software giant Visma plans a major London IPO in 2026, bolstering the City's strongest year for new listings since 2021. Discover how this signals a market recovery.
House prices in London and the South East have fallen sharply, with Crawley and Brighton among the worst hit. Discover the data and the regional market divide. Read the full analysis now.
Plymouth recorded the UK's steepest house price rise in 2025 at 12.6%, as London's market stalled. Discover the hotspots and the factors driving this localised property boom.
As fears of an AI bubble grow, portfolio managers are diversifying. Discover why South Africa's JSE, with its mining and banking stocks, is a top contender for 2026's surprise performer.
A huge fire has gutted an amusement arcade at Ocean Beach Pleasure Park in South Shields. Police are treating it as the second suspected arson at the site in a month. Read the latest updates.
Meat lovers flocked to London's historic Smithfield Market for its chaotic annual pre-Christmas auction. The event returned with gusto after plans to save and relocate the 800-year-old market were confirmed. Read the full story.
London's historic Smithfield Christmas Meat Auction is back on Christmas Eve. Grab premium meats at bargain prices and witness one of the City's oldest festive traditions. Find all the details here.
Leyton Calling has secured permission to open a permanent weekend night market in East London from February 2026, featuring global street food, drinks, and live music.
A consortium backed by Deutsche Börse and Euronext is set to launch a consolidated tape for European bonds in July 2025, aiming to boost market transparency and data quality.
A serious collision on Old Kent Road in South London has caused significant traffic disruption, forcing six bus routes onto diversions. Get the latest updates here.
A festive traveller's 'Christmas Market Bingo' challenge in Stockholm uncovers surprisingly cheap food and drink, with glögg and bratwurst under £4. Discover why this Swedish gem beats pricier European rivals.
A new weekly night market with live music and street food is set to launch in Leyton, East London, in February 2025. Get the details on opening times and local reaction.
A student has died following a medical emergency at St Wilfrid's RC College in South Shields. The school is closed as the community mourns. Our thoughts are with the family.
New data reveals Croydon rents climbed 5% in the past year, outpacing London's average. Explore the rental market imbalance and see how your area compares with our interactive map.
A self-proclaimed Christmas market expert visits London's famed Southbank Winter Market and is left shocked by its small size and lack of festive stalls. Is it the most overrated in the capital?
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.
UK house prices fell by 0.6% (£2,059) in the past year due to budget uncertainty. Experts predict a 2-3% rise and a return to stability in 2026. Read the full analysis.
Bath's popular Christmas market, celebrating its 25th year, is under fire for high prices and crowds. We explore the controversy and the official response. Discover if the criticism is fair.
Discover the magical Tuileries Garden Christmas Market in Paris, reachable in under 90 minutes from London. Find festive food, shopping, and romantic city lights.
At least 11 people, including a 3-year-old boy, were killed in a shooting at an illegal tavern in Pretoria. Police are hunting for three suspects. Read the latest.
At least 11 people, including three children, were killed in a shooting at an illegal bar in Pretoria. Police are hunting three suspects. Read the latest on this tragic incident.
Discover the Monocle Christmas Market in Marylebone, London's most underrated festive fair featuring real reindeer and curated artisan brands on December 13-14, 2025.
Lambeth has been named London's top borough to live in for 2025, praised for its vibrant culture, green spaces, and community. Discover what makes areas like Brixton and Vauxhall so special.
A unique converted Victorian water tower in Woolwich, London, hits the market for £1.5m. The nine-storey home boasts five bedrooms, two kitchens, and panoramic views reaching Wembley. Explore this historic property.