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When is Crossrail opening and what stops are on the Elizabeth Line?

Everything you need to know about the Crossrail project, the Elizabeth Line route and the 2022 opening date

The Independent UK · May 18, 2022

Rare Palestinian Banknote Sold for 140,000 Pounds in Auction

Paul Wyman was volunteering in the Brentwood's Oxfam branch when he noticed in a package of donated goods, an odd-looking banknote of £100 Palestine pounds issued in 1920, Britain's The Daily Mail reported. Wyman, who located the note, chose not to put it on the shelves and instead called an…

Asharq Al-Awsat · May 18, 2022

Inside the playful north-east London extension inspired by Epping Forest that’s just won a top renovation award

This architect couple’s forest-inspired and family-friendly renovation won the Unique Character prize at this year’s Don’t Move, Improve! awards.

Evening Standard · May 18, 2022

Russian TV host explains how the UK could be attacked in seconds with Satan 2 nuke

The missile travels at 16,000mph and could reach London in just 200 seconds

Wales Online · May 18, 2022

More than 1,000 buildings unsafe five years after Grenfell – LFB chief

London Fire Brigade Commissioner Andy Roe welcomed new Government legislation but highlighted persisting concerns about fire safety in the capital.

The Independent UK · May 17, 2022

Train services between North Wales and London must be restored in full say business leaders

North Wales Mersey Dee Business Council and big names in the tourism sector are pressing for the full timetable to come back

Birmingham Post · May 17, 2022

Eddie Jones fully focused on England future after addressing Six Nations setback

London Irish’s 19-year-old sensation Henry Arundell is among 10 uncapped players chosen in a 36-man squad for a three-day camp

The Independent UK · May 17, 2022

‘Split tickets’ point the way to sensible rail fares

Train talk: State-run LNER helps travellers save cash painlessly, providing the kind of disruption we actually need on the railway

The Independent UK · May 17, 2022

Doctor Who star Bernard Cribbins, 93, films comeback scenes for BBC show

Bernard Cribbins has seemingly reprised his role as Wilfred Mott in Doctor Who, after being snapped in London filming scenes for the BBC show's 60th anniversary special alongside co-stars David Tennant and Catherine Tate

Daily Mirror · May 17, 2022

Crossrail: How to get hold of TfL’s limited edition Elizabeth Line Oyster cards

Londoners will be able to use the Elizabeth Line with a specially-designed limited edition Oyster card now that the line is finally open.

Evening Standard · May 17, 2022