Politics
UN Report Reveals Five Foiled Assassination Plots Against Syrian President
A UN report details five separate foiled plots to assassinate Syria's President Ahmed al-Sharaa and top ministers last year, with IS front groups identified as the perpetrators.
Culture
Under Salt Marsh: A Gripping Drama of Secrets and Suspense
A new TV drama, Under Salt Marsh, premieres tonight, featuring intense confessions and cliffhangers set in a coastal town. Critics praise its emotional depth and suspenseful storytelling.
Sports
Arsenal vs Wigan Athletic FA Cup Clash: 6 Players Ruled Out with Injuries
Arsenal and Wigan Athletic face injury woes ahead of their FA Cup match, with six players confirmed out, including key absences for both sides.
Business
Markets Misjudge AI Risk, Overlooking Corporate Adaptation and Nuance
Financial markets are overestimating AI's threat to sectors like advertising and analytics, failing to account for companies' existing tech integration and adaptability, leading to volatile, narrative-driven sell-offs.
Environment
Transport
M4 Brentford Crash Closes Lanes, 30-Minute Delays Reported
A late-night collision on the M4 westbound near Brentford has shut two lanes, causing significant traffic queues and 30-minute delays. Emergency services are on scene.
Facial Recognition Cameras Installed at London Bridge Station
British Transport Police launch live facial recognition trial at London Bridge station, scanning millions against criminal watchlists while privacy groups raise concerns about unregulated surveillance.
Emergency Incident Halts Trains, Disruption Until 10pm
Major rail disruption hits south west London as emergency services respond to an incident between Waterloo and Barnes, causing cancellations and delays of up to two hours.
7 TfL Lines Face Closures This Weekend in London
Transport for London confirms significant disruptions across Central, District, Piccadilly lines, Overground, Elizabeth line, and DLR due to track work and strikes.
Cycleway 4 Extension in London to Complete by 2027
A major new cycleway extension in southeast London will connect Woolwich to Tower Bridge via segregated lanes, enhancing safety and reducing commute times for cyclists by 2027.