September, 2025 - London Today

Ottawa’s Direct Link to Europe: Air Canada Secures Year-Round London Heathrow Flights, Bolstering Trade and Tourism

WildCard Charlie5 months ago08 mins

Air Canada has announced a significant expansion of its international service, confirming year-round non-stop flights between Ottawa and London Heathrow. This decision, made on September 23, 2025, transforms the route from a seasonal offering into a continuous link, solidifying Ottawa’s global connectivity. The move is expected to yield substantial benefits for trade, tourism, and business…

London Prepares for Wave of Excitement as £60 Million Inland Surf Resort ‘Surf London’ Gains Key Approval

WildCard Charlie5 months ago06 mins

London is on the verge of transforming its leisure landscape with the imminent arrival of Surf London, a groundbreaking £60 million inland surf resort planned for the Lee Valley Leisure Complex in Enfield, North London. This ambitious project, set to become the capital’s first dedicated surf park, has taken a significant stride forward with conditional…

Elton John and British Icons Illuminate Burberry’s London Fashion Week Finale, Celebrating Heritage and Culture

Connor O'Reily5 months ago08 mins

London Fashion Week concluded with a spectacular display of British talent and cultural resonance as Burberry unveiled its Spring/Summer 2026 collection. Held in the picturesque Kensington Palace Gardens, the show was a star-studded affair, drawing a constellation of music, film, and fashion royalty, underscoring the brand’s deep ties to the nation’s creative landscape. The event,…

Gatwick Airport Secures UK Government Approval for £2.2bn Second Runway Expansion Amidst Climate Concerns

Victoria Remington5 months ago08 mins

In a significant decision set to reshape the UK’s aviation landscape, the British government has officially approved Gatwick Airport’s ambitious £2.2 billion plan to bring its Northern Runway into routine operational use. Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander granted development consent for the project on Sunday, marking a pivotal moment for the country’s second-busiest airport and potentially…

UK, Canada, Australia, Portugal Recognize Palestinian Statehood Amidst Global Push for Two-State Solution

Victoria Remington5 months ago09 mins

London, UK – September 22, 2025 – In a significant diplomatic development, the United Kingdom, Canada, Australia, and Portugal formally announced their recognition of a Palestinian state on Sunday, marking a substantial shift in international policy and underscoring the growing global consensus for a two-state solution to the Israeli-Palestinian conflict. The coordinated move, made on…

WestFest Ignites West London’s Food Scene, Hosting British Street Food Awards Finals

Vicky Lee5 months ago06 mins

West London is poised to become a significant hub on the national culinary map with the advent of WestFest, an inaugural festival set to host the grand finals of the prestigious British Street Food Awards (BSFA). WestFest: A New Culinary Beacon for West London Scheduled for September 28th at the Food St market in Chiswick,…

England Cricketer Freya Davies, 29, Retires from Professional Game to Embark on Solicitor Career

Victoria Remington5 months ago06 mins

England fast-medium bowler Freya Davies has announced her retirement from professional cricket at the age of 29, signalling a significant career shift as she transitions to a new path as a trainee solicitor. The announcement marks the end of a distinguished 15-year playing career, during which she represented England on 35 occasions across One Day…

UK Considers Waiving Visa Fees for Top Global Talent to Boost Economy, Compete with US

Victoria Remington5 months ago05 mins

The United Kingdom is reportedly contemplating the abolition of visa fees for highly skilled international professionals as a strategic move to stimulate economic growth and enhance its global competitiveness. This initiative is part of Prime Minister Keir Starmer’s “global talent task force,” which is exploring ways to attract leading scientists, academics, and digital specialists to…

September 2025 Unleashed: A Comprehensive Guide to the UK’s Hottest Film and Television Releases

Serena Alegria5 months ago07 mins

The United Kingdom’s entertainment landscape is set for a dynamic September 2025, with a robust slate of new film releases hitting cinemas and a compelling lineup of television series and movies arriving on streaming platforms. This month promises a diverse range of genres, from thought-provoking dramas and thrillers to action-packed blockbusters, ensuring there is something…

London’s Largest Far-Right Rally Signals Deepening Social Divides Amidst Rising Anti-Immigrant Sentiment

Ava Brooks5 months ago06 mins

London witnessed an unprecedented mobilisation of the far-right on September 13, 2025, as an estimated 110,000 to 150,000 people participated in the “Unite the Kingdom” rally organized by activist Tommy Robinson. This demonstration, described by many observers as the largest far-right gathering in UK history, underscored a significant surge in anti-immigrant sentiment that has been…