The Latest Breaking News from London

Heathrow hit by Iran war: Passenger traffic drops 5% in April, Middle East traffic plunges over 50%

London’s Heathrow Airport experienced a sharp decline in passenger traffic in April, with the ongoing Iran conflict leading to disruptions across global aviation networks.

The Times of India · May 11

5 Most Powerful Hanuman Temples Outside India You Must Visit

Lord Hanuman is one of the most loved and worshipped deities in Hindu tradition. Known for strength, devotion, courage, humility, and unwavering loyalty to Lord Rama, Hanuman’s spiritual influence extends far beyond India. Over the centuries, Hindu communities across the world have built magnificent temples dedicated to him, turning them…

Times Life · May 11

Get back: Beatles’ Apple Corps to turn former London base into seven-storey visitor attraction

Paul McCartney hails plans for 3 Savile Row, which include access to rooftop where the band played their final gig

The Guardian - UK · May 11

The Tories are still on life support – so why is Badenoch in celebratory mood?

Party leader has been vocal about its gains in London and there is a feeling that its losses could have been worse

The Guardian - UK · May 10

Thousands attend rally against antisemitism outside Downing Street

Conservative and Reform leaders cheered as they address crowd, while Labour’s Pat McFadden met with boos and shouts of ‘where is Starmer?’

The Guardian - UK · May 10

UK antisemitism rally splits Jewish community over Nigel Farage invitation

Thousands rallied against antisemitism in London, with major Jewish groups organizing the event. The inclusion of Nigel Farage sparked controversy, drawing criticism for his past rhetoric. Organizers aimed for broad societal support, emphasizing solidarity against hate and division. Religious and business leaders also voiced their backing, pledging protection for the…

The Times of India · May 10

Two arrested over arson attack at former synagogue in east London

Man, 45, and 52-year-old woman held on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson after blaze in Whitechapel

The Guardian - UK · May 10

London Sikh restaurateur to sue Met police and mayor Sadiq Khan over ‘continuous discriminatory treatment’ amid non-halal row

London-based restaurateur Harman Singh Kapoor has announced plans to take legal action against the Metropolitan Police and London Mayor Sadiq Khan after being released from custody following his arrest linked to ongoing tensions surrounding his non-halal restaurant.

The Times of India · May 10

From fringe issue to the heart of politics: the UK Living Wage campaign marks 25 years of success

The group’s latest triumph won over the Department for Business and Trade, now it is eyeing private care providers and supermarkets

The Guardian - UK · May 10

Downing Street rally asks ‘silent majority’ to fight antisemitism

Open letter criticising invitation to Nigel Farage warns of association with ‘racism and inflammatory rhetoric’

The Guardian - UK · May 10