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FTSE 100 up in quiet trading as defence stocks rise

Defence stocks were higher after Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said Britain must ‘go faster’ on defence spending.

Evening Standard · Feb 16

How An Aimee Lou Wood Play In London Just Led To Some Brand New James Bond Gossip

Paint me cautiously optimistic.

Cinemablend · Feb 16

Made In Chelsea star 'still owes thousands for completely wrecking £1.8m west London flat'

The reality star, 33, allegedly left the luxury two-bedroom apartment in a ‘nightmare’ condition

Evening Standard · Feb 16

Dramatic footage shows smoke pouring from London bus on fire

The fire broke out on Kilburn Lane, the London Fire Brigade confirmed

Evening Standard · Feb 16

Measles: how does it spread and how can I protect my child?

A measles outbreak among unvaccinated children in London comes amid a global increase in infections

The Guardian - UK · Feb 16

Plans unveiled for over 5,000 new homes in London's 'happiest place to live'

The plans aim to bring 20 per cent more jobs and 10 per cent more businesses over the next decade

Evening Standard · Feb 16

UK real estate asking prices stay stable — but is it really a good time to buy?

Asking prices stabilise and listings climb to an 11-year high, but stamp duty surcharges mean European investors may not feel the benefit.

Euronews · Feb 16

Snow and ice warnings issued for UK as London rain finally relents

Yellow weather warnings for snow and ice are in place for large swathes of the country, but the Met Office forecasts that London may be spared

Evening Standard · Feb 16

Why the UK has announced a border security deal with China – and what it could mean for small boat crossings

The UK’s prime minister, Keir Starmer, recently visited China to announce what was described as a reset in relations between London and Beijing. Among the economic and diplomatic announcements was a surprising element: a new agreement on border security.

The Conversation · Feb 16

Investigation launched after doors open on London commuter train before arriving at station

Passenger says disaster was narrowly averted at Gipsy Hill station in south London

Evening Standard · Feb 16