Primark is opening its first new London store in over 10 years in Wimbledon, taking over a former Debenhams unit. The 24,000 sq ft store is set to open in late 2026 or early 2027. Read more about the local reaction and Primark's expansion.
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, faces fierce criticism from alumni and social mobility charities over a policy to actively recruit from elite private schools. Alastair Campbell brands the move a 'departure from reality'.
The mighty Britton organ, one of the UK's largest concert instruments, is sounding again in Bristol Beacon after a meticulous restoration. Discover its colossal sound and rich history.
Trinity Hall, Cambridge, will target elite private schools for student recruitment, sparking accusations of 'reverse discrimination' and a 'slap in the face' for state-educated pupils. Read the full story.
Heba Muraisi, on remand for alleged Palestine Action raid, details her deteriorating health after 65 days without food. The protest is the largest of its kind in Britain since 1981. Read her full story.
Plans for a major new 1,250-seat concert hall in Wimbledon, designed by Frank Gehry, are moving forward. The venue aims to transform the area into an international cultural destination.
A woman is in hospital after a morning collision on Wimbledon Broadway, causing partial road closures and bus diversions. Follow live updates.
Essential water, gas and telecoms works will cause major disruption across Merton borough. See the full list of road closures and temporary lights affecting your commute.
The UK's independent reviewer of terrorism legislation urges a ban on social media for under-16s, citing radicalisation risks and a 38% rise in Prevent referrals in London. Read the full story.
Green Party leader Zack Polanski tells the LDRS it's 'impossible' to separate London's issues from national Labour failures. Read his exclusive City Hall interview.
New data reveals Wimbledon as London's most searched-for area by property buyers in 2025, with Canary Wharf leading for renters. Discover the surprising trends and average prices.
Leading scientist Kevin Hall, after 21 years at the NIH, exposes diet and exercise myths in a new book. Discover the real science of weight loss and metabolism. Read the full interview.
Your complete guide to 2026's packed sporting calendar, from the Australian Open and a historic Women's Test at Lord's to the FIFA World Cup and Commonwealth Games in Glasgow.
Zohran Mamdani will usher in 2026 as New York's mayor in a midnight ceremony at a historic, abandoned subway station. Discover the symbolism and the political reactions to this unconventional inauguration.
Merton Council pushes ahead with 400 affordable homes, major estate regenerations, and the controversial Wimbledon tennis expansion as 2026 local elections loom. Discover the key projects shaping South London.
The Cure announce the death of guitarist and keyboardist Perry Bamonte at 65. A vital creative force, he played on albums like 'Wish' and was recently inducted into the Rock Hall. Read the band's full tribute.
Heba Muraisi, on remand over an Elbit Systems raid, is hospitalised as health deteriorates. The Filton 24 protest is the largest hunger strike in UK prisons since 1981.
Paul Straffon, 47, is forced to sleep in a Wimbledon shopping centre doorway this Christmas. His story highlights London's homelessness crisis, with over 13,000 rough sleepers last year.
Doctors Chris and Xand van Tulleken bring their fart-centric live show to London's Royal Festival Hall this festive season. Read our review of the silly yet educational family spectacle.
Newcastle United defender Lewis Hall opens up on his Chelsea exit, revealing why the timing was 'perfect' for his career and England ambitions. Read his full story.
A major report calls for a US-style rewards system for dangerous prisoners after Manchester Arena plotter Hashem Abedi's alleged attack on prison officers. Read the key findings.
Canterbury Bankstown council issues a 'cease use' order for the Al Madina centre, alleging it operates illegally as a prayer hall. The move follows scrutiny after the Bondi attack.
Countertenor Hugh Cutting and his Refound Ensemble deliver a stunning, intimate performance of 17th-century music at London's Wigmore Hall, showcasing rare emotional depth.
Jim Cartwright's festive play 'A Christmas Fair' delivers a poignant and powerful revival at Chadderton Town Hall, marking a significant moment for Oldham Coliseum. Read our full review.
The Guardian has issued corrections for two articles, clarifying actress Regina Hall was misidentified and a 'solitaire' gift referred to a marbles game. Read the full list of recent amendments.
Tate's chairman, Roland Rudd, counters criticism that the gallery hides its treasures, citing the prominent display of Rothko's Seagram murals and the UK's largest Picasso collection. Discover the full story.
Sir James MacMillan conducted the BBC Symphony Orchestra in his own Christmas Oratorio at London's Barbican Hall. Read our review of this ferociously committed performance.
Discover how Sheffield's unique, centuries-old carol singing tradition is being kept alive in cosy pubs and celebrated in a new stage production of A Christmas Carol at the Crucible theatre.
Before their royal palaces, Prince William and Kate Middleton paid just £750 monthly for a four-bed Anglesey farmhouse. Discover their humble first home together and life in Wales.
North London's iconic Hornsey Town Hall reopens as a vibrant arts centre after a major refurbishment. Discover live music, theatre, cinema and more in this modernist landmark.