Politics
PPE Medpro Liquidated: Firm Linked to Michelle Mone Owes UK Government £148m
PPE Medpro, the company connected to ex-Tory peer Michelle Mone, has been wound up. It owes the UK government £148m for supplying unusable PPE during the Covid pandemic. Read the full story.
Culture
The Abandoned Tube Station Where a Man Was Stranded for a Week
Discover the forgotten story of South Kentish Town Tube station, abandoned after a 1924 power cut, where a passenger was reportedly trapped in darkness for a week. Explore London's hidden history.
Sports
Man Utd blocked Solskjaer from signing Haaland and Rice, reports reveal
Exclusive reports reveal Ole Gunnar Solskjaer's failed attempts to sign Erling Haaland and Declan Rice for Manchester United. Discover the transfers that got away and the costly alternatives.
Business
All’Antico Vinaio Opens First UK Shop in Soho: A Taste of Tuscan Sandwiches
The famed Florentine sandwich shop All’Antico Vinaio has launched its first UK location on Old Compton Street, Soho. Discover if its legendary schiacciata bread and generous fillings live up to the hype.
Environment
Transport
Leeds tram delayed to late 2030s after review
The opening of Leeds's long-awaited £2.5bn tram system is delayed by 2-3 years to the late 2030s after a government review demanded a full business case. Read the latest on the mass transit project.
Pensioner hit by 4 Tube trains in Stratford station tragedy
A coroner warns of safety risks after Brian Mitchell was struck seven times by Jubilee line trains at Stratford station. Read the inquest findings and the family's call for change.
Driver charged after fatal Birmingham hit-and-run
A 41-year-old man faces multiple charges after a fatal hit-and-run on Soho Road, Birmingham. One pedestrian died, another was injured. Read the latest.
London road rage warning as Christmas exodus begins
New research reveals London drivers are most likely to panic in road rage incidents during the pre-Christmas rush. Experts warn distracted driving could lead to fines up to £5,000 and 9 penalty points. Learn five key strategies to stay safe.
Girl attacked at Balham station, police seek woman
British Transport Police are searching for a woman after a young girl was struck in the head at Balham railway station during the morning rush hour. The child hit a wall following the assault. Witnesses urged to come forward.