French authorities rescue 85 migrants trying to cross Channel Authorities say ‘numerous’ boats set out to sea and that one called for help after hitting…
Browsing: London
London, the capital of England and the United Kingdom, is a 21st-century city with history stretching back to Roman times. At its centre stand the imposing Houses of Parliament, the iconic ‘Big Ben’ clock tower and Westminster Abbey, site of British monarch coronations. Across the Thames River, the London Eye observation wheel provides panoramic views of the South Bank cultural complex and the entire city.
A mum who was livestreaming a charity walk to raise money for Women’s Aid captured the moment a thief grabbed her phone. Cassandra Baker, 46,…
The new cycle lane would go through Bank (Picture: Richard Baker/Getty) The plans for a new cycle lane through the City of london are set…
What really helps with hangovers? – podcast What if you could take a pill or a shot that could reduce your blood alcohol level and…
Images of new electric Jaguar car leak out before official Miami unveiling Spokesperson says firm aware of pictures circulating online – but it is unclear…
Cladding will be fixed on high-rise buildings in England by 2029, says Angela Rayner Deputy prime minister announced acceleration plan and criticised pace of works…
Henry I’s luxurious tower at Corfe Castle reopens to visitors after 378 years A National Trust viewing platform at Corfe Castle offers visitors a glimpse…
Hospitals in london have been blighted by bed bugs over the last seven years (Picture: Shutterstock) Patients, including children, are potentially being exposed to bed…
Students at Jews’ Free School were travelling home on the 688 bus when they were attacked Jewish children on their way home from school had…
When it was built, in 1851, the Crystal Palace in London was a true pride of Victorian civilization, a prodigy of iron architecture. Completed in…
The incident happened this afternoon (Credit: GRAHAM HUSSEY) Two schoolboys have been arrested after a suspected chemical attack which hospitalised two police officers. British Transport…
What will happen with the assisted dying bill on Friday – and will it pass? MPs will have their first chance to vote on the…
UK retail footfall dips again as Storm Bert and later Black Friday hit sales Shopping centres worst affected but high streets and retail parks also…
Creatures can converse and share their stories by voice or text through visitors’ mobile phones at Museum of Zoology. If the pickled bodies, partial skeletons…
Prisoners denied dignity while receiving NHS care, watchdog finds Health Services Safety Investigation Body reveals difficulties inmates have when they leave jail for treatment A…
Ninety further victims have been identified by detectives investigating Mohamed Al Fayed and the sex abuse scandal. The new claims relate to allegations of rape…
Trump’s return raises questions over future of CIA’s Russian recruitment drive Intelligence agency has been trying to entice Russians disaffected by invasion of Ukraine but…
Steve McQueen photography exhibition offers fresh take on history of protest in Britain Director showcases images of the suffragettes, Kinder Scout trespasses and anti-fascist protests…
The rise of ketamine addiction in the UK – podcast Journalist Elle Hunt and recovered addict Jack Curran talk about the rise of ketamine use…
Assisted dying adverts have sparked a poster war on the London Underground. The billboards – from the Dignity in Dying campaign group – sparked sparked…
How the far right is weaponising AI-generated content in Europe Experts say fake images raising fears around issues such as immigration have proliferated since EU…
Safeguarding agencies ‘ignoring children abused by family members’ in England ‘Worrying evaporation’ in skills among professionals meant to protect victims of intrafamilial sexual abuse, report…
In the first round of Romania’s presidential election, a far-right candidate who opposes NATO has taken an unexpected lead.
Calin Georgescu, an independent, won 22.94% of votes in Sunday’s voting, knocking Prime Minister Marcel Ciolacu out of the race.
Georgescu will face center-right contender Elena Lasconi, leader of the opposition Save Romania Union, in the presidential run-off on December 8.
Violence on social media making teenagers afraid to go out, study finds Quarter of teens who see violence online are being served clips via algorithms,…
One in seven A&E patients are repeat visitors with unmet needs, study finds Some patients across UK turning to A&Es five or more times a…