Active Travel Groups Call for Clear UK Walking and Cycling Targets
More than 50 UK transport and health groups urge Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander for measurable 2030 targets in the new active travel strategy. Read their demands.
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Mum called 'disgusting' on London school run by angry driver
A mother cycling with her children in south London was verbally attacked by a driver who called her 'irresponsible'. She shares her story as part of a campaign against abuse faced by women cyclists.
School faces collapse after principal's assault conviction
An Indigenous boarding school in Australia faces collapse after its former principal was convicted of assaulting students. Read the full report on the scandal's devastating impact.
British cyclist killed in 'deliberate' Tenerife hit-and-run
A young British man, a Liverpool FC fan, has died in a suspected deliberate hit-and-run in Tenerife. Spanish authorities are investigating the incident as a potential murder. Read the latest on this tragic case.
New 'Safe' Walking & Cycling Route Planned for North London
Enfield Council unveils plans for a safer walking and cycling link between Palmers Green and New Southgate stations, featuring nine parallel crossings and traffic-calming measures. Public consultation closes 7th Dec.
Two Fugitives on Run After Louisiana Jailbreak
Two inmates facing violent charges escape a Louisiana jail by breaking through a wall. Police warn residents to secure homes and that aiding fugitives is a crime.
Elderly woman killed in Fazakerley hit-and-run
An 81-year-old woman died after a hit-and-run in Liverpool. Police appeal for driver and dashcam footage. Call 0151 777 5747 with information.
Ukrainian Bakery in Canary Wharf: Tasty Meals Under £10
Discover B Bakery, a family-run Ukrainian food truck in Canary Wharf serving massive savoury croissants, traditional desserts, and community spirit, all with prices starting under £10.
London's Best Schools for 2026 Named by The Times
The Sunday Times Parent Power Guide has unveiled its definitive list of London's top state, private, and primary schools for 2026. Discover which institutions lead the capital's educational landscape.
SEND school closes as staff strike over education quality
Woodlands School in Edgware is closed due to strike action over staff wellbeing and education standards. The NEU warns of more strikes if no deal is reached.
Driver 'tried to hit baby' in fatal Christmas Day rampage
A driver left a 'trail of carnage' in London's West End, allegedly trying to strike a baby. One man died in the Christmas Day attacks. Read the latest from the Old Bailey trial.
London's Square Mile to Miss 2030 Road Death Target
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.
NSW's First Aboriginal Bilingual School Revives Language
The Gumbaynggirr Giingana Freedom School is resurrecting a critically endangered Indigenous language. Discover how this pioneering educational model is transforming lives and culture.
Hit-and-Run Leaves Islington Council Worker Injured
Islington park manager Angela Doocey was left with a broken elbow and cracked tooth after a hit-and-run in Barnsbury Street. Police believe the suspect was driving a rental car. Witnesses urged to come forward.
Geraint Thomas lands new Ineos Grenadiers leadership role
Tour de France winner Geraint Thomas takes up newly created director of racing position at Ineos Grenadiers, working closely with Dave Brailsford to revive the struggling team's Grand Tour ambitions.
Headteacher denies student suspension over Wellington boots
A headteacher is forced to issue a statement denying social media claims a pupil was suspended for wearing Wellington boots. Discover the facts behind the school uniform policy.
Khan Vows to Protect London Free School Meals Funding
Mayor Sadiq Khan commits to safeguarding free school meals for all London primary pupils, saving families £500 per child yearly, despite a £19.2m budget gap.
Public Consultation on Permanent Lower Road Cycleway
Southwark Council consults Londoners on making the Lower Road cycleway permanent. Have your say on the future of this key cycling route before the December 14 deadline.
London's Christmas & New Year's Day parkruns
Discover the full list of London parkruns confirmed for Christmas Day and New Year's Day 2025. Find your local event and start 2026 actively!
Boy, 15, dies on school bus in Dunfermline
A 15-year-old boy from Beath High School has died after collapsing on a school bus in Dunfermline. Police are treating the death as unexplained. Read the latest updates.
London's cycling journeys skyrocket 43% in 6 years
Cycling in London has exploded with a 43% rise in journeys since 2019. TfL credits new cycleways and will open 4 new routes in 2026. Discover how the capital is transforming.
Man dies in Canary Wharf hit-and-run, arrest made
A 26-year-old man has died after a hit-and-run on Aspen Way in Canary Wharf. A 20-year-old is arrested for causing death by dangerous driving. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
Ghetts faces new charges over fatal hit-and-run
Rapper Ghetts faces two new dangerous driving charges alongside existing death by dangerous driving allegation. Read the latest court developments.
Netflix star Ghetts faces further dangerous driving charges
Grime artist Ghetts, of Netflix's Supacell, faces additional dangerous driving charges related to the fatal hit-and-run of Yubin Tamang. Read the latest court developments.
Lime quietly raises London e-bike rental prices
Lime increases London e-bike prices to 31p per minute without customer notification, making it more expensive than rivals Forest and Bolt. Discover the full impact.
Abu Zafar: London's 'Bicycle Mayor' Dies at 74
Tributes pour in for Abu Zafar, London's pioneering 'Bicycle Mayor' who championed cycling for four decades. Discover his remarkable legacy and impact on UK cycling infrastructure.
50 Nigerian schoolchildren escape kidnapping
At least 50 of 303 children abducted from St Mary's school in Nigeria have escaped. Pope Leo makes heartfelt appeal for release of remaining hostages amid security crisis.
How Chicken Run Turned a Generation Vegetarian
Discover how the animated film Chicken Run sparked a cultural awakening that turned viewers vegetarian. Explore the surprising power of cinema to change eating habits.
Trump would 'love to see' Marjorie Taylor Greene return
Donald Trump says he'd 'love to see' Marjorie Taylor Greene back in politics as she considers a 2028 presidential run following her resignation from Congress. Discover the fallout.
315 kidnapped in Nigeria school attack
Gunmen abducted 303 children and 12 teachers from St Mary's Catholic School in Nigeria. Authorities close all schools in Niger state as rescue operations continue.
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