London residents use gyms after water failure
Hundreds of Barbican Estate residents face a weekend without water after a mains leak. Thames Water apologises as locals are directed to nearby gyms for showers. Read the latest.
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Barbican water failure leaves 400 homes without supply
Hundreds of Barbican residents face a weekend without water after a major leak. Thames Water engineers scramble for a fix as locals are offered gym showers and bottled water. Full details on the ongoing disruption.
London Boroughs Rank in UK's Top 3 Happiest Places
Richmond upon Thames and Camden have secured podium spots in Rightmove's 2025 'Happy at Home' index. Discover why these London areas topped the list for their green spaces and vibrant atmosphere.
Ofwat Blocks Thames Water's Crucial Refinancing Plan
The water regulator Ofwat has delayed Thames Water's vital refinancing, casting doubt on its survival plan. What does this mean for the debt-laden utility and its customers? Read the full analysis.
Thames Water complaints surge 75% amid £20bn debt crisis
Thames Water reveals a 75% surge in complaints as it negotiates a bailout to tackle its £20bn debt. Read the latest on the utility giant's financial struggle.
Thames Water profits leap as funding crisis looms
Thames Water reports a £386m half-year profit, driven by higher bills, but warns of a potential rapid collapse into government control due to its £17bn debt crisis. Read the latest on the utility's precarious future.
Thames Water profit leaps to £400m despite collapse risk
Thames Water reports a near-£400m half-year profit, but its financial future remains precarious with a looming funding deadline. Read the full analysis.
Thames Water debt climbs to £17.6bn amid profit return
Thames Water's debt pile grows to £17.6bn despite a return to profit after inflation-busting bill hikes. The firm faces a surge in customer complaints as rescue talks continue.
Thames Water to decide on £2.5m executive payouts
Thames Water's remuneration committee will meet next week to decide on controversial £2.46m retention payments to senior managers as the utility fights for survival. Read the latest on the crisis.
Communities file legal complaints over Thames sewage pollution
Residents across the Thames catchment file statutory nuisance complaints against Thames Water over sewage pollution impacting health and recreation. A 16-year-old rower contracted E. coli, missing GCSE exams.
American reveals hidden history in UK's royal postboxes
A Texan living in England shares fascinating secrets of British postboxes, from royal cyphers to a famous tree-wrapped pillar box in London. Discover the history on your street corner.
Water companies issue £10.5bn green bonds amid pollution
England's water industry raised billions through green bonds while facing sewage pollution criticism. Discover how environmental financing meets corporate controversy.
1928 Thames Flood: 14 Dead, Thousands Homeless
Haunting look back at the 1928 Thames flood that killed 14 and left thousands homeless. Discover the forgotten story of London's last major flood. Read more.
New Doubts Over JMW Turner's Mother's Mental Illness
Fresh evidence questions whether JMW Turner's mother was genuinely mentally ill or simply 'difficult', after being committed to Bethlem asylum. Re-examine this art history controversy.
Lower Thames Crossing gets £891m funding for 2026 start
Chancellor Rachel Reeves confirms £891m funding for Lower Thames Crossing, with construction starting in 2026. The 14.5-mile route will feature Britain's longest road tunnel.
UK Police Launch AI Assistant 'Bobbi' in Trial
Thames Valley and Hampshire police forces launch the UK's first AI virtual assistant, 'Bobbi', to handle non-emergency queries and free up staff for critical incidents.
London's Winter by the River 2025: Full Guide
Your complete guide to London Bridge's Winter by the River Christmas market for 2025. Discover opening times, new attractions, and what to expect from the festive riverside experience.
Search for Endangered German Hairy Snail in London
Over 100 volunteers are scouring the Thames for the rare, hairy-shelled snail. Join the citizen science effort to protect this unique London species.
Top London Rooftop NYE Fireworks Views for 2025
Discover London's premier rooftop venues offering spectacular views of the 2025 New Year's Eve fireworks. Book your VIP spot for an unforgettable celebration overlooking the Thames.
Free London 2025 NYE Fireworks Viewing Spots
Discover the best free vantage points to watch London's spectacular New Year's Eve 2025 fireworks display. Plan your celebration and welcome the new year in style.
West London man found guilty of rape in Slough
Andrew Collins from Greenford has been convicted of rape after plying a vulnerable woman with alcohol. He awaits sentencing in January 2026.
BBC Children in Need chair resigns after crash conviction
Terrence Duddy steps down as BBC Children in Need chair after receiving suspended sentence for causing serious injury to cyclist. Read the full story and police statement.
£1.1M Crypto Heist: Gang Targets Victims in Car
Masked criminals stole over £1.1 million in cryptocurrency during a daring daylight robbery in Oxford. Four arrests made in complex police investigation. Contact Thames Valley Police with information.
Four arrested after £1.5m Oxford raid
Masked robbers stole a £450k watch and £1.1m in Bitcoin after forcing their way into a car in Oxford. Police have made four arrests and are appealing for witnesses.
London men arrested in Oxford multi-million pound robbery
Two London men arrested following a kidnapping and high-value robbery in Oxford where victims were forced to hand over a £121,039 watch and $1.5m in cryptocurrency. Police appeal for witnesses.
Castle Water bids £1bn extra for Thames Water rescue
Castle Water proposes additional £1bn cash injection for Thames Water, criticising current restructuring plans as inadequate for solving pollution crisis. Read the latest developments.
London treasure finds fall to just 8 in 2024
London recorded only 8 treasure discoveries in 2024, down from previous years, while Norfolk leads with 138 finds. Explore the changing landscape of UK treasure hunting and mudlarking.
Rare Spanish Armada astrolabe returns to Scilly
The Pednathise Head astrolabe, a rare 16th-century navigation instrument lost for centuries, has completed its global journey back to the Isles of Scilly. Discover its remarkable story.
Bill Bryson Shares Writing Secrets and Pet Hates
Author Bill Bryson reveals his writing rituals, pet peeves and surprising hidden talent in a candid interview about his revised classic A Short History of Nearly Everything.
London's Hidden Pirate Caves & Tunnels Explored
Discover the truth behind London's legendary cave network stretching to Brighton. Once used by smugglers, these hidden tunnels hold centuries of secrets. Explore the history now!
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