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As Halloween approaches, London pubs like The Ten Bells and The Bow Bells are showcasing their haunted histories. The Bow Bells, home to a mischievous spirit known for flushing toilets, and The Ten Bells, linked to Jack the Ripper’s last victim, invite locals to explore their eerie pasts.

A fire at a car park near London Gatwick Airport destroyed over 100 vehicles on Saturday evening, causing significant damage. More than 2,000 homes experienced power outages as a precaution. A 67-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of arson; the fire’s exact cause remains under investigation.

Beau Croucher, a 14-year-old boy, died in hospital on Wednesday after being struck by a bus in Portsmouth on Monday. His family described him as “our beautiful, innocent baby boy”. The bus driver, 39, was arrested on suspicion of causing serious injury by dangerous driving and has been released on bail until November 17.

Masum Miah, 42, was fatally shot at 3am on Tuesday while seated in his white Prius in Newham, east London. Emergency services pronounced him dead at the scene. No arrests have been made, and police are appealing for witnesses or relevant footage to assist in the investigation.

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