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Kate and Princess Charlotte spotted travelling on Elizabeth Line during low-key London day out

A fellow passenger on the train described the sighting as ‘surreal’

Evening Standard · Oct 12

Hays sees weakening permanent jobs market keep trading under pressure

The London-based firm, which is one of Europe’s biggest recruitment agencies, said its net fees were down 3% for the quarter ending September 30.

Evening Standard · Oct 12

Met police issue video appeal two years after rape of teenager in south-west London

Met detectives investigating the rape have issued images of a man they’d like to speak to

Evening Standard · Oct 12

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Heathrow chiefs ramp up campaign to stop Andy Burnham downing third runway plans

Heathrow boss Thomas Woldbye says London airport’s backers could reassess expansion plans if PM does not give commitment to runway project soon

Evening Standard · Oct 12

When Europe’s monastic libraries were looted, Britain’s richest book collectors went hunting

In 1790, the London bookseller Thomas Payne sold a copy of the Gutenberg Bible, the earliest printed book, to George John, 2nd Earl Spencer. He charged him £370 – an enormous sum at the time, roughly equivalent to £878,000 today – as part of a package deal which included two…

The Conversation · Oct 12

HMV to close Oxford Street store three years after reopening historic site

The group said landlords have proposed doubling the rent on the site at 363 Oxford Street and is also facing a bill for renovation works.

Evening Standard · Oct 12

HMV to close flagship Oxford Street store due to soaring rent

Entertaiment retailer is searching for a new location in London’s West End

The Independent UK · Oct 12

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HMV to close flagship Oxford Street store blaming soaring rent demand

HMV makes closure announcement three years after reopening historic London site

Evening Standard · Oct 12

Will the Northern Lights be visible in London tonight?

Met Office gives verdict on chances of seeing Northern Lights over southern England

Evening Standard · Oct 12

Russell Brand arrives at a London court for his trial on rape and sexual assault charges

Comedian Russell Brand has arrived at a London court for the opening of his trial on charges of rape and sexual assault

The Independent UK · Oct 12

London not ready for driverless 'robotaxis', report warns

A London Assembly report has urged transport officials to hold off on introducing driverless taxis until stronger safety measures are in place

Evening Standard · Oct 12

London's newest MP Sagal Abdi-Wali takes her Commons seat after defeating Zack Polanski in Holborn by-election

Ms Abdi-Wali was welcomed by the PM as she entered Parliament on Monday

Evening Standard · Oct 12

Rare Kandinsky masterpiece and Hockney’s beloved dog painting head to London auction

Around 50 works by some of the biggest names in modern and contemporary art are going under the hammer at Christie’s in London on Wednesday 14 October.

Euronews · Oct 12

Russell Brand flanked by security as he arrives at London court for rape and sex assault trial

The comedian and actor turned podcaster arrived at Southwark Crown Court on Monday morning

Evening Standard · Oct 12

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The Guardian - UK · Oct 12

Met chief says ‘toxicity’ around DEI will not stop him recruiting more black and Asian officers

Sir Mark Rowley says inclusivity is crucial for the force and he refuses to be ‘blown off course’ by critics

The Guardian - UK · Oct 12

Pine cones, glitter and a hip-hop head for sale: red-hot artists reveal their Frieze stunners

As the sprawling art jamboree hits London, eight of the most exciting exhibiting artists share what their work means to them – and who they hope will buy it

AAP · Oct 12

Hot 49ers exact revenge on reigning Super Bowl champs

San Francisco and Minnesota improved to impressive 5-0 NFL season starts, while Jacksonville snatched victory in a London thriller.

The Independent UK · Oct 11

Photos of NFL action from London to Seattle in Week 5

Week 5 brings 13 NFL games Sunday. The unbeaten 49ers visit the Seahawks, the Vikings aim to stay perfect when they face the Saints and the Eagles meet the Jaguars in London. The Bills visit the Rams on Monday night.

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Evening Standard · Oct 11

Tax rise threat to London in Chancellor John Healey's first Budget laid out by top economists

The Institute for Fiscal Studies warned of ‘chunky cuts’ to public services if John Healey does not raise taxes or cut benefits by up to £35billion

The Independent UK · Oct 11

Quentin Tarantino's first stage play will debut in London with Sacha Baron Cohen as star

Quentin Tarantino is bringing a swashbuckling stage comedy to London's West End

BANG Premier · Oct 11

Naomi Ackie is not 'stimulated' by Hollywood

Naomi Ackie has revealed that she prefers London over Hollywood.

Evening Standard · Oct 11

Which celebrities took part in the 2026 Royal Parks Half Marathon and what were their times?

A list of finishing times for the famous faces taking part in the race in central London

Evening Standard · Oct 11

Historic south London market faces nine-day closure for repairs after fire damage

Kingston Council said a ‘number of further safety concerns have been identified’ following an inspection

Evening Standard · Oct 11

Record number of runners take part in 2026 Royal Parks Half Marathon in London

Over 17,000 runners take to central London streets for 13.1 mile race on Sunday raising millions for charity

Evening Standard · Oct 11

Survey finds 'disgusting' human waste and pollution across London's rivers

Plumbing misconnections mean that washing machines, toilets and sinks are discharging wastewater directly into local waterways

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