City of London Cycleway to Proceed Despite Blind Concerns
Work on a cycleway linking Aldgate and Blackfriars will go ahead after a pause for guidance on floating bus stops, but blind groups fear discrimination.
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Stephen King's The Long Walk Now on Amazon Prime
Stephen King's dystopian thriller 'The Long Walk' is now streaming on Amazon Prime Video. The film has earned critical acclaim with an 88% Rotten Tomatoes score.
Donkey Kong Plush Costs $450, Same as Switch 2
A new giant Donkey Kong plush toy is available in US Nintendo stores for $450, matching the current price of the Switch 2 console before its upcoming price hike.
Heathrow Car Park Flooded, Cars Half Submerged
Heathrow Airport apologizes after a third-party car park floods, leaving dozens of cars halfway submerged. Drivers advised to contact insurers.
TfL Closures This Weekend: Tube, Overground, DLR Disruptions
Three Tube lines partly shut, plus Overground, DLR, and Elizabeth line closures. Two protests and FA Cup final cause heavy crowds. Check full list.
London Overground Unaffected by May 2026 Tube Strikes
London Overground services will run as usual during the May 2026 tube strikes, though buses and the Elizabeth line are also unaffected. Full details on RMT industrial action.
Boy, 5, Left with Hole in Skull After E-Scooter Crash
A five-year-old boy suffered a fractured skull and a permanent hole after an e-scooter collided with his bike in Northamptonshire. He underwent surgery and is recovering at home.
Universal Credit: 20 Changes Must Be Reported or Face £50 Fine
DWP warns Universal Credit claimants must report 20 changes, like address or income, or risk a £50 fine and stopped payments.
Man Stabbed in Brutal Attack on Acre Lane, South London
A 33-year-old man was stabbed on Acre Lane in South London. Police seek dashcam and doorbell footage to identify three suspects in a black BMW.
UK Airport E-Gates Now Open to Children Aged 8 and Over
From July 8, children as young as eight can use UK airport e-gates, speeding up border queues for 1.5 million more kids. The change applies to EU and select non-EU nationals.
EU Plans Single Tickets for Cross-Border Rail by 2029
The European Commission proposes new rules allowing single-ticket bookings across multiple rail operators, aiming to simplify cross-border travel and lower prices by 2029.
London Travel Disruption: Tube and Train Closures May 16-17
Central line, DLR, and Overground face severe disruption this weekend. Also, Hackney Half Marathon impacts services. Check all closures here.
Phone Drops on Tube Tracks Double: TfL Warning
TfL reports 438 items dropped on London Underground tracks in 2025, double 2023's figure. Passengers urged not to retrieve items themselves due to danger.
London Tube Delays: Jubilee and Metropolitan Lines Hit
Commuters face severe delays on the Jubilee and Metropolitan lines this morning. Jubilee delays between Willesden Green and Stanmore; Met line suspended between Harrow-on-the-Hill and Aldgate.
The Pitt Season 3 Set in November, Noah Wyle Reveals
Noah Wyle reveals The Pitt season 3 is set in early November, sparking speculation about Halloween, Veterans Day, and Thanksgiving storylines. Fans anticipate chaotic emergencies.
Lightning Strike Disrupts South London Railway
A lightning strike at Herne Hill station caused major disruption on South London railway lines, with delays up to 60 minutes expected until 6:30pm.
Star Fox 64 Remake: Nostalgia vs Innovation
Nintendo's Star Fox 64 remake sparks debate: is it a safe nostalgic cash-in or a worthy revival? We explore the pros and cons of revisiting this classic on-rails shooter.
Steam Controller Screams Wilhelm When Dropped
Valve's new Steam Controller features the iconic Wilhelm scream as an Easter egg when dropped, using haptic motors to produce the sound effect.
RMT Slams TfL Over Tube Strike Talks Breakdown
RMT accuses TfL of breaking promises over negotiations as Tube drivers prepare to strike from May 19-22, disrupting London Underground services.
Charing Cross, Waterloo East to Close for 3 Weeks in £20m Upgrade
London's Charing Cross and Waterloo East stations will shut for 22 days this summer for a £20m railway upgrade, with services diverted to Victoria, Cannon Street, or Blackfriars.
Tube Strikes May 2026: Elizabeth Line Unaffected
London faces more tube strikes May 19-22, 2026. The Elizabeth Line will run normally but may be busier. Find out which lines are affected and how to travel.
UK Beach Closed 18 Years May Reopen This Summer
Newhaven West Beach in East Sussex, closed since 2008 due to dangerous cliffs, may finally reopen after an MP presented a bill to Parliament to secure public access.
Three Women Found Dead in Brighton Sea Incident
The bodies of three women were recovered from the sea near Brighton's Madeira Drive early Wednesday. Police are investigating the tragic incident and working to identify the deceased.
Brighton Beach Search: Body Found in Coastguard Op
A major search operation is underway on Brighton beach with police, coastguard, and lifeboats. A body has been recovered, and the investigation continues.
East London Gang Jailed 92 Years for Drug Line
A criminal gang that sold crack cocaine and heroin in Bethnal Green has been jailed for a combined 92 years after a two-year Met Police investigation.
Tube Strikes Next Week: RMT Drivers Walk Out May 19 and 21
London Tube travellers face disruption as RMT drivers strike on May 19 and 21. Services will vary, with afternoon disruption and early closures. Buses and other transport run normally.
Heathrow Tops Skytrax Shopping Rankings
London Heathrow Airport has been named the world's best airport for shopping by Skytrax, with over 300 shops and retail space equivalent to 10 football pitches.
Woman Wanted 20 Years Arrested via Facial Recognition
A woman wanted for over two decades was arrested in Croydon using live facial recognition. The Met Police's trial led to 173 arrests and a 10.5% crime reduction.
Thameslink Trains Halted Near Luton After Incident
All Thameslink services between Luton and Bedford are suspended after a person was struck by a train near Luton Airport. Emergency services are at the scene.
Trams: Best Way to Get Britain Moving
Prof Lewis Lesley argues trams offer 90% of metro benefits at 10% cost, urging UK to adopt them like Vienna to ease congestion.
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