Man Stabbed to Death Outside East London Café Named
Khalid Achchaq, 37, was fatally stabbed outside Café Rosh in Shadwell on April 7. Hassan Lbane, 39, has been charged with murder and grievous bodily harm.
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DWP Lists 24 Skin Conditions Eligible for PIP Payment
The DWP has published 24 skin conditions, including eczema and psoriasis, that may qualify for PIP payments of up to £114.60 per week. Check if you're eligible.
UK Job Cuts Continue for 19 Months, Growth Holds Up
UK businesses have cut jobs for 19 consecutive months, yet the services sector shows resilience with PMI at 52.7. Inflation rises, raising Bank of England rate hike risks.
Coroner: Girl's Death by Tree Branch Was Accident
A coroner ruled that the death of 12-year-old Brooke Wiggins, crushed by a falling tree branch while on a rope swing in Banstead, was an accident. Surrey County Council was not found negligent.
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Ex-Met officer scammed luxury shops for Dior bikini, MacBook
A former Met Police officer is accused of defrauding luxury retailers of £1,920, including a Cartier ring and Dior bikini, by falsely claiming non-delivery.
Roehampton Voters Prioritize Safety and Youth Services
Residents in Roehampton express concerns over safety, lack of youth services, and health provision as local elections approach, with the Alton Estate regeneration a key issue.
Hounslow Council Leader on Election Pledges and Scandals
Hounslow Council Leader Shantanu Rajawat discusses Labour's election pledges, missed targets, and recent scandals ahead of the May 7 local elections.
UK Local Elections 2026: Hour-by-Hour Results Guide
Get the full hour-by-hour breakdown of UK local elections on May 7-9, 2026. Results from England, Scotland, and Wales, including key battlegrounds and expected timings.
Survivalist Veteran on Run After Shooting Wife
Craig Berry, a US special forces veteran, is missing after shooting his wife in Tennessee. Police fear his survival skills may help him evade capture.
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Bondi Attack Suspect Faces 19 New Charges
Naveed Akram, accused of killing 15 at a Bondi Hanukkah event, faces 19 new charges including attempted murder. London-born Rabbi Eli Schlanger among victims.
UK supermarkets accuse Aldi and Lidl of rigged system
Sainsbury's, Morrisons and Iceland pressure CMA to crack down on Aldi and Lidl's ability to block rival stores via restrictive property clauses.
Hounslow Election: Party Leaders on Tax and Pledges
Hounslow local election candidates from Conservatives and Liberal Democrats discuss tax, manifesto pledges, and potential coalitions ahead of May 7.
Iran War Costs Next £47m, May Drive Up Prices
Retail giant Next reports £47m in added costs from the Iran war due to rising energy and transport prices, planning moderate price increases in non-European countries up to 8%.
FedEx Driver Gets Death for Killing Athena Strand
Tanner Horner, 34, was sentenced to death by lethal injection for kidnapping and murdering seven-year-old Athena Strand in Texas in 2022.
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Trial Set for Man Accused of Killing Partner Before Gas Explosion
Clifton George, 45, is accused of stabbing Annabel Rook to death before a gas explosion at their Stoke Newington home. A jury was sworn in at Snaresbrook Crown Court.
New 100-Strong Met Unit to Protect Jewish People in London
The Metropolitan Police launches a 100-officer unit to protect Jewish communities amid rising antisemitic attacks, including a double stabbing in Golders Green treated as terrorism.
Hillingdon Labour Leader on Finances, Tax, and Heathrow
Cllr Stuart Mathers outlines priorities for Hillingdon Council, including transparent finances, scrapping garden waste charges, and opposing a third Heathrow runway.
Sadiq Khan Would Be Asset to Lords, Says Labour Peer
Lord Len Duvall says the Mayor of London could make a positive contribution to the House of Lords if offered a peerage, amid speculation about Khan's future after local elections.
Danielle Confesses Theo's Abuse to Todd After His Death
Danielle Silverton returns to Coronation Street and admits to Todd that she also suffered from Theo's abuse, bonding over their shared trauma.
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Stepmother Accused of 1978 Murder Told Brother to Lie
Janice Nix, 67, denies manslaughter of five-year-old Andrea Bernard in 1978, allegedly forcing her into scalding bath and telling brother to claim accident.
East London Borough's Voter Apathy: Less Than a Third Vote
In Newham, London's most deprived borough, less than a third of residents voted in the 2022 local elections. Residents express frustration over unfulfilled promises and lack of representation.
Wealth Taxes Are a Bad Idea for Britain's Economy
Kristian Niemietz argues that wealth taxes, promoted by Gary Stevenson and Zack Polanski, are misguided. Britain's wealth inequality is stable and taxes are already high. The focus should be on economic growth.
Civil Service Needs a New Code to Rebuild Trust
The departure of Sir Olly Robbins highlights the need for a new Civil Service Code that promotes ownership, excellence, and openness to rebuild trust between ministers and civil servants.
Bank of England QE to Cost Taxpayers £125bn
The Bank of England's quantitative easing programme is set to cost taxpayers £125bn, prompting calls to pause unwinding. Critics say active bond sales strain public finances.
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OBR Data Indicates Reeves May Need to Borrow More
Exclusive: OBR estimates show Rachel Reeves may face a borrowing surge due to Middle East war, with potential tax rises or spending cuts needed to meet fiscal rules.
Met Police Deploys 100-Officer Unit for Jewish Protection
The Metropolitan Police launches a 100-officer Community Protection Team for Jewish communities amid rising antisemitic incidents, including arson and a terror-linked stabbing.
Bank Tax at Risk in Local Elections Leadership Shake-Up
As local elections approach, speculation over a Labour leadership change puts bank taxes back in focus. A new chancellor could hike the banking surcharge, worrying investors.
PS4 Legacy: Sony's Best Console and Its Second Death
As major publishers abandon PlayStation 4, we examine its legacy, from learning from PS3 failures to a perfect balance of power and economics that made it Sony's pinnacle.
Inflexion Partner Donated £25,000 Before Lobby Role
An Inflexion partner donated £25,000 to the Conservative Party a day before being appointed to a lobby group, raising questions about political influence.
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Pornhub is available again to UK iPhone users who have completed Apple's age verification, three months after blocking most users due to the Online Safety Act.
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