The Latest Breaking News from London

Sinner, Djokovic set to start Wimbledon title charge

LONDON - Jannik Sinner will begin his march towards a second successive Wimbledon title on the opening day of the grass-court Grand Slam, while Novak Djokovic and Aryna Sabalenka are also in Centre Court action.

Bangkok Post · Jun 29

Trafalgar Entertainment acquires Nicholas Hytner’s Bridge theatre

London Theatre Company founded in 2017 by Hytner and former National Theatre colleague Nick Starr has been sold to company that owns 20-plus venues in UK and abroad

The Guardian - UK · Jun 29

Burnham unveils ‘No 10 North’: the key policy announcements from his ten-year vision

Andy Burnham has laid out plans for devolving power away from London and toward regional governments in his first major policy speech since rejoining the House of Commons.

The Independent UK · Jun 29

Inside Andy Burnham's 10-year economic plan: The big changes he says will revive Britain

Labour leadership hopeful Andy Burnham has unveiled a 10-year economic plan aiming for a significant power shift from Whitehall to local leaders. His vision prioritizes devolving control over housing, transport, education, and economic development to metro mayors and local authorities. Burnham argues this decentralization is crucial for reversing sluggish growth,…

The Times of India · Jun 29

Ball games and birthdays: Thousands join queue for first day of Wimbledon

More than 9,000 people had descended on Wimbledon Park hoping to bag a ticket to the tennis championships, according to an event steward.

Evening Standard · Jun 29

Sadiq Khan 'to force Soho al fresco dining' in face of opposition

New powers coming into force on Monday will allow Sir Sadiq to overrule Westminster Council

Evening Standard · Jun 29

Can Andy Burnham Transform Britain by 2036? Inside His 10-Year Mission to Raise Living Standards

Andy Burnham proposes a decade-long strategy to transform Britain, focusing on devolution, regional investment, and economic growth beyond London, aiming to address longstanding inequalities and improve living standards.

International Business Times UK · Jun 29

ARIRANG fever lands in London with BTS’s full‑scale THE CITY LONDON takeover

The K-pop idols have announced multiple fan activities across the British capital between July 4 and 10 ahead of their July 6 to 7 tour dates at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.

BANG Premier · Jun 29

‘Next station is Baking Street’: Activists rename tube stations in heatwave protest

A group of activists have “renamed” several iconic London Underground stations as the UK struggled through a record-breaking heatwave with highs of 37C.

The Independent UK · Jun 29

Aion V: another new, high-tech Chinese car brand, offering eye-catching looks and tons of kit

Wide-opening doors, practicality, value for money and touches of luxury should woo buyers

Evening Standard · Jun 29