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Hunt for killer after boy stabbed to death in Woolwich street fight | UK News A teenage boy who was stabbed to death with a ‘zombie-style knife’ cried out ‘I’m 15, don’t let me die’ as he bled to death, a witness said. The youngster, who has not been named by police, was found with a stab wound shortly after 6.30pm after police were called to reports of a disturbance in Eglinton Road, Woolwich, on Sunday. He died a short time later and his next of kin were informed. No arrests have been confirmed. The murder investigation was launched ahead of…

Travel news: Monday’s rain and flooding causes delays and road closures | UK News Commuters face more travel misery today as the ongoing effects of heavy rain and flooding extend to a second day. The A421 in Marston Moretaine, Bedfordshire is still closed due to flooding blocking the road in both directions. This is having a knock-on effect on the A5, which is also blocked on its northbound carriageway. Yesterday saw railway lines flooded up and down the UK as huge swathes of the country were impacted by an amber weather warning for rain. Passengers might be entitled to delay…

Mikel Arteta has defended Arsenal amid accusations that they used ‘dark arts’ to grind out a point in Sunday’s box office clash against Manchester City. The Gunners were denied victory at the last when John Stones prodded home a dramatic equaliser that kept City at the top of the Premier League and two points clear of the side who are considered their main rivals for the Premier League title. Arsenal were forced to park the bust for the entirety of the second period following the dismissal of Leandro Trossard on the stroke of half time. Many felt Arteta’s side got…

Manchester City’s Premier League title ambitions have taken a huge hit with the news that star player Rodri has suffered a season-ending injury. Rodri limped off just 16 minutes into the epic 2-2 draw against title rivals Arsenal last Sunday after jarring his right knee whilst battling Thomas Partey. The Ballon d’Or frontrunner fought back tears as he was helped off the pitch and while City are yet to offer an update on the 28-year-old, the signs do not look good. Latest updates suggest he has ruptured his ACL and will miss the rest of the 2024/25 campaign. Widely considered…

Editorial 24.09.24 US politics and the latest from the Middle East are two of the most popular stories across the American newspaper front pages. Though the stories vary from state to state, the upcoming US presidential election is a unifier for the American press as all the papers have a take.  The ongoing crisis in Lebanon and fears of an all-out regional war in the Middle East are also popular topics today – as they are across many global newspapers. Elsewhere, the rest of the US front pages feature local state issues. What’s trending on today’s front pages Politics, Government…

Manchester City’s midfield powerhouse, Rodri, might be out for the rest of the season after suffering a serious injury during Sunday’s 2-2 clash with Arsenal. Rodri’s major injury could sideline him for the rest of the season Just moments into the game, Rodri went down clutching his knee, and despite trying to continue, he was replaced by Mateo Kovacic midway through the first half. Reports from Spain suggest the injury may be more severe than initially feared, with early tests indicating a potential cruciate ligament tear. Jump to section:

Charles Bronson reveals most memorable jail mates over 50 years inside | UK News Notorious prisoner Charles Bronson has described his 50 years in prison as ‘horrendous and brutal’ at times – but says ‘I’ve still got hope’ of one day being freed. The 71-year-old – who changed his name to Salvador in 2014 – is one of Britain’s longest-serving inmates after first being jailed in 1974 for armed robbery. In the decades since, he has spent time in various prisons up and down the country, as well as Broadmoor Hospital, and claims to have rubbed shoulders with some of…

Police ‘increasingly worried’ about three missing teenage friends | UK News Detectives have said they are ‘increasingly concerned’ after three teenage friends all went missing. Fears are growing for the welfare of Shelley, 14, Roxanna, 13, and Jack, 15, who have not been seen for several days. Officers went public with their appeal for Shelley – who was last seen in Eastleigh near Southampton, Hants, six days ago – for the first time yesterday. But now, they have now extended that search to include Jack, who has not been seen in the same town since Sunday, and Roxanna, who was…

Best London beer halls and events to Celebrate Oktoberfest 2024  It’s that time of year again… grab your lederhosen and a stein, because Oktoberfest is upon us. But you don’t have to travel all the way to Germany to make the most of the epic beer festival, as you can celebrate right here in London. A number of bars, beerhalls and venues are putting on big events to mark the occasion throughout September and October, with plenty of specially brewed beers, traditional food, and showstopping entertainment. Here’s a look at some of the best places hosting Oktoberfest parties across the…

London weather to see temperatures drop to 12°C this week | UK News Autumn has arrived and temperatures are continuing to drop by the day ahead of a cold snap this weekend. Flood warnings were issued for 13 areas in England by the Environment Agency yesterday, with photos of residents wading through knee deep water and cars nearly submerged. After yesterday’s torrential rainfall across the UK – with some areas getting 120mm of rain in just one day – the skies are temporarily clearing up. Though we won’t see much rain today in London, parts of the region could see…