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50 years after Kevin Gately’s death at a London protest | UK News On a summer’s day in central London on June 15, 1974, Warwick University student Kevin Gately, 20, attended a protest in Red Lion Square. The National Front was holding a march to protest against amnesty for illegal immigrants, and Kevin had joined his fellow students in a peaceful counter protest. As National Front members, protesters and police clashed in what became a chaotic event, with Kevin suffered a fatal blow to the head. He became the first casualty at a UK demonstration since 1919. In the weeks…

The best Bridgerton-themed afternoon teas to book in London right now Dearest gentle reader, it’s time once again to step back into the wonderful, wisteria-covered world of Bridgerton, as the second instalment of the third season has finally arrived on Netflix. Fans will certainly be hungry for more Polin (Colin and Penelope) after that carriage scene, and eager to discover what will become of Francesca, the Diamond of the season, and her budding romance. And if you’ve still got room after devouring the new episodes, then you might want to book yourself in for one of the fabulous Bridgerton-inspired events…

I turned my compact £1,150pcm London flat into a dopamine dream Welcome back to What I Rent – Metro’s tenant diary series that explores what renting is like in the UK and further afield. For last week’s adjacent property, What I Own, we visited Mok O’Keeffe in rural Wales. Together with his husband, Mok owns a ‘baby castle’ in the idyllic Brecon Beacons – and they’ve never felt more at home. This week, we’re visiting 29-year-old Leila Davis and her wife Fleur in leafy South East London. Since moving in July 2019, they’ve transformed a tiny flat with next to no storage into a colourful…

This UK city has been named the best in the world for students (again) From sprawling green spaces to rooftop bars, there are many reasons why London might appeal to young people. And it appears that these benefits haven’t gone unnoticed, as the Big Smoke has been named the best city for university students for the sixth year in a row. London topped the rankings yet again, beating international rivals such as Berlin, Tokyo and Boston to the throne – with a perfect score of 100. In second place was Tokyo with a close 98, followed by Seoul with 97.6.…

The best things to do in London this weekend: (June 15-16) Highlight the bias, if any in the title by underlining the biased words or phrase in the original title It’s the Euros! It’s Father’s Day! It’s Pride month! It’s… literally one of the busiest weekends of the year so far. Aside from all of that, London’s biggest foodie festival is also in town, bringing hundreds of the capital’s best restaurants to Regent’s Park, where you can eat, drink and make merry to your heart’s content. Plus there are plenty of deals and freebies up for grabs. Especially useful if…

Monday’s papers mostly focus on England’s football results and the election campaign. Jude Bellingham is pictured on many of the front pages – celebrating his winning header for England. 

Labour’s plans, if they are elected to office in July, are another popular lead for the morning papers.

The moment loaded gun is found stashed in children’s bedroom drawers | UK News This is the shocking moment a loaded gun was found hidden inside a children’s underwear drawer. It was one of six firearms – including a pump action sawn off shotgun – recovered during a raid on the home of Danny Butler, 44, in Lambeth, south London. Officers also found class A and B drugs stashed all over the address, which he shared with his wife and three children, including an 18-month-old toddler. The seizure came amid a wider crackdown on the use of guns in London, with…

Gonorrhoea: What is it and how to avoid catching it Gonorrhoea is a really common STI and it’s caused by the bacterium neisseria gonorrhoeae. A record number of people in England were diagnosed with gonorrhoea last year, according to annual UK Health Security Agency figures. Diagnoses rose a staggering 7.5%, going from 79,268 in 2022 to 85,223 in 2023 — and overall cases of sexually transmitted infections (STIs) are on the rise too, up 4.5% over the same time period. Cases of gonorrhoea have spiked among young people in the UK The groups most likely to be diagnosed were 15 to…

Don’t put the brollies away just yet with more rain and thunder set to hit UK More rain and thunder is due across the UK as miserable June weather continues. Despite patches of bright and sunny weather, occasional rain showers are likely, with the heaviest periods hitting this afternoon. Thankfully temperatures will feel closer to the June average, with the warmest part of the day hitting 19C in London and the south east of England. The north of England and Scotland will also experience warmer weather compared to the last few weeks, with those in Newcastle and Edinburgh enjoying temperatures…

UK weather set for more rain and thunder in weekend forecast | UK News The Met Office has warned patches of showers will turn heavy and thundery today (Picture: Zenpix LTD) This weekend is set to be another thundery one as heavy showers and cool temperatures sweep across the country. Despite the promise of sunny spells, the Met Office has warned patches of showers will turn heavy and thundery today. Temperatures will also remain chillier than the June average of 20C, with the maximum temperature. The north of England and Scotland will also experience slightly cooler weather, with those in…

Kate Middleton makes first appearance in months for Trooping the Colour | UK News Kate Middleton has been seen for the first time this year as she attends Trooping the Colour. She was photographed in the back of a car while being driven with Prince William to Buckingham Palace. The Princess of Wales hasn’t been seen in public since Christmas Day of last year as she underwent planned abdominal surgery before then starting cancer treatment. Yesterday she gave an update on her recovery and announced she will be attending Trooping the Colour, after having to miss the final rehearsals last…

This weekends weather in London Showers will be seen in some parts of the UK tomorrow evening as it leads towards another wet weekend in London before it finally reaches a warmer 20°C next week. Another wet weekend in London before it finally reaches a warmer 20°C next week | UK News Londoners will be waking up to mild temperatures and cloudy skies today as cooler weather is set to move in over the coming days. Scattered showers will begin around 5pm this evening before moving out of Greater London by 8pm – but other parts of the UK will…

Woman trashes Uxbridge phone shop and racially abuses worker | UK News Highlight the bias, if any in the title by underlining the biased words or phrase in the original title A teenager faces investigation after she allegedly racially abused and threatened phone shop staff for refusing her a refund. Footage shows the 19-year-old woman pulling items off the shelves and chucking them to the ground in front of workers at the ElectTronex store in Uxbridge, west London, on Saturday. As dozens of phone accessories pile up on the ground, she is heard repeatedly swearing before calling one worker a…

17-year old boy killed in motorbike crash in Biggin Hill, Southeast London | UK News A 17-year-old boy has died after a motorbike crash in south-east London. An off-duty police officer came across the scene of the accident in Main Road, Biggin Hill, just before midnight on Sunday. Two teenagers who had been riding the bike were given first aid before paramedics arrived, but the 17-year-old was pronounced dead at the scene. The second teenager was taken to hospital where his injuries are not life-threatening. He was arrested in connection with the investigation into the crash but police have not…

NHS makes urgent call for blood donors following major cyberattack | Tech News An urgent appeal has been launched for blood donations following the cyberattack on major London hospitals. NHS Blood and Transplant is asking for O blood type donors to book appointments following the critical incident which has left affected hospitals unable to match patients’ blood as quickly as usual. Operations and other procedures have been postponed as a result of the attack. O positive and O negative blood types are the most compatible for patients, with O negative able to be given to anyone. Air and road ambulances…

The best things to do in London this weekend: (June 8-9) Now June is in full swing (and the weather is looking promising!) it seems like there’s more than ever to do in London. You could stop by one of London’s neighbourhood festivals to try mouth watering street food, dance the night away at a Carnaby house party, or (if you’re feeling bold) get your kit off to join a world-famous bike ride around the city. Plus, as always, there are some great deals from places like Ole & Steen and new late-night spot Little Violet Door. Read on for…

Major London landmark has had a makeover and will soon look very different | UK News Changes to a major London attraction appear to be nearly complete. Giant steps called the ‘Grand Ascent’ are being built into Greenwich Park leading down to the General Wolfe statue by the Royal Observatory. The project will recreate formal landscaping from the 17th century. The park is home to the Royal Observatory where Greenwich Mean Time was born. Renovations being undertaken as part of ‘Greenwich Park Revealed’ which also includes restoring an avenue of trees by Queen’s house. A new outdoor learning space for…

Fair ride ‘collapses sending people flying’ with four taken to hospital | UK News An evening at London’s biggest community festival ended with four people in hospital after a fair ride ‘collapsed’. Emergency services were called to Lambeth Country Show at Brockwell Park, south London, this evening. Exactly what happened remains unclear amid an investigation, with a patchwork of witness reports describing a scene ‘like a horror movie’. Fairgoers told MailOnline that a ride ‘failed’, which sent people ‘flying through the air’. One told the tabloid: ‘It was horrific. The screams were terrible. Four people flew off and went through…

A 21-year-old has died after he was stabbed repeatedly in a ‘brutal’ attack on a London street. Robert Robinson, who lived locally, was named by police as the victim of the murder which happened at roughly 10.30pm on Thursday. Despite the efforts of emergency service workers, Mr Robinson sadly died at the scene at Carteret Way in Deptford. His family have been informed. Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder, with a 50-year-old man released on bail, while a 44-year-old remains in custody. Speaking with News Shopper, one local woman said she was ‘not really surprised’ to see…

Things Can Only Get Better group ban Labour from using song D:Ream members regret association with Tony Blair and do not want song played at July general election. The pop group that sing Things Can Only Get Better – which became an anthem for Labour at the 1997 general election victory – will deny any request from Keir Starmer to use the track at this year’s election. D:Ream’s founding members Peter Cunnah and Alan Mackenzie said they were dismayed to hear their song play through a loudspeaker as the prime minister, Rishi Sunak, called a 4 July general election on…

Prince Andrew ‘ain’t going anywhere’ in deepening battle with King Charles over royal residence Prince Andrew “ain’t going anywhere” in his battle with the King over his royal residence, a source has claimed, as the royal row between the siblings deepens. Amid the controversy over his friendship with convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, the Duke of York, 64, stepped down from public duties in May 2020 and was subsequently stripped of his royal titles. However, the prince has continued to live at the royal residence Royal Lodge, the 30-room mansion he has called home for two decades. Charles has been…

Extend success of UK sugar tax to cakes, biscuits and chocolate, experts urge Co-author of analysis for WHO calls on government to control the food industry rather than being subservient to it The sugar tax has been so successful in improving people’s diets that it should be extended to cakes, biscuits and chocolate, health experts say. The World Health Organization wants the next UK government to expand coverage of the levy to help tackle tooth decay, obesity, diabetes and other illnesses. Continue reading… https://www.theguardian.com/society/article/2024/jun/01/extend-success-of-uk-sugar-tax-to-cakes-biscuits-and-chocolate-experts-urge

This UK coffee shop has just been declared one of ‘world’s greatest’ It’s an iconic london coffee shop… Finding a truly great coffee spot seems like a simple enough task, but connoisseurs will know that it’s not always as easy as it seems. Thankfully, those who’ve travelled far and wide have done the hard work for us and shared the best coffee shops to visit. Destination expert Chris Moss recently revealed his list of the world’s greatest coffee shops in The Telegraph and coming in third was a small but iconic London establishment. Bar Italia on Soho’s Frith Streets was…

Met Office gives verdict on if London will see hot weather this weekend | UK News Highlight the bias, if any in the title by underlining the biased words or phrase in the original title There was some sunshine at Basildon Park in Berkshire on Monday. But on the whole last month was the warmest May in 140 years, since we started keeping track in the UK. This may have come as a surprise to many, who felt it was more like Miserable May with so much rain falling. Despite the washout, however, it was indeed warmer than normal –…

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