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A man in his 40s has died and a woman, also in her 40s, sustained injuries following a shooting incident in Clissold Park, Hackney, east London. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that the deceased has been identified as the suspect in the incident. This tragic event has prompted an urgent appeal for witnesses as detectives work…
London was the scene of significant public unrest on Saturday, September 13, 2025, as tens of thousands took to the streets for dueling demonstrations. The “Unite the Kingdom” rally, organized by far-right activist Tommy Robinson, saw an estimated 110,000 participants, while a counter-protest by Stand Up To Racism drew approximately 5,000 people. The day was…
A provocative new mural by the celebrated, anonymous street artist Banksy, which appeared on the exterior wall of London’s iconic Royal Courts of Justice, has been removed by authorities. The artwork, believed to be a stark commentary on the United Kingdom’s crackdown on protest and free speech, was scrubbed from the historic building within days…
A serious two-vehicle collision in downtown London on Wednesday, September 10, 2025, has resulted in four people being transported to hospital with injuries ranging from minor to serious-life-threatening. The province’s Special Investigations Unit (SIU) has invoked its mandate to investigate the circumstances surrounding the crash, which occurred around 3 p.m. after a London Police Service…
London – A powerful Banksy mural that appeared overnight on the exterior of the Royal Courts of Justice in London, depicting a judge striking a protester with a gavel, has been removed by authorities. The artwork, which was quickly covered up after its appearance on September 8th, has fueled discussions about free speech and artistic…
London is bracing for a week of significant travel chaos as thousands of Rail, Maritime and Transport (RMT) union members, including drivers, signallers, and maintenance staff, commenced a five-day strike on Sunday, September 7th, 2025. The industrial action, stemming from a bitter dispute over pay and working conditions, is expected to bring the London Underground…
London has recorded its fewest homicides in the summer months (June, July, August) since 2018, signalling a significant positive development in the capital’s safety efforts. Provisional figures indicate a substantial 25% decrease in homicides compared to the same period last year. Notably, the summer school holiday period saw no recorded homicides involving individuals under the…
London Launches Autumn Flu Vaccination Programme, Prioritising Vulnerable Groups and Introducing Nursery Jabs London, UK – September 1, 2025 – The crucial autumn flu vaccination rollout has officially commenced across London, with a significant emphasis placed on protecting children and pregnant women against the potentially severe impacts of seasonal influenza. This year’s campaign introduces innovative…
UK Bans Israeli Government Delegation from Premier London Arms Fair Amid Gaza Tensions In a significant diplomatic move reflecting escalating tensions over the ongoing conflict in Gaza, the United Kingdom has barred Israeli government officials from attending the Defence and Security Equipment International (DSEI) 2025 arms fair in London. The DSEI, one of the world’s…
A 27-year-old man from Chippewa of the Thames is facing a total of nine charges following a series of indecent acts, voyeurism, criminal harassment, and motor vehicle theft investigations that occurred across London last week. The London Police Service announced the charges on August 27, 2025, detailing a pattern of disturbing behaviour that targeted public…
