The Latest Breaking News from London

Bengal Village: How bad is London's hottest curry, really?

Bengal Village has been a Brick Lane staple since 1991 and specialises in serving punters after something spicy

Evening Standard · May 19, 2025

Third man arrested over fires at homes linked to Sir Keir Starmer

The 34-year-old was held in Chelsea, south-west London, on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson

The Independent UK · May 19, 2025

Third man arrested after suspected arson at Keir Starmer-linked properties

Met police say 34-year-old arrested on suspicion of conspiracy to commit arson with intent to endanger life

The Guardian - UK · May 19, 2025

Military and economic deals in pipeline as UK looks to EU reset

London and Brussels to remove selected post-Brexit barriers as Trump’s global disruptions drive return to closer ties.

Al Jazeera · May 19, 2025

For a Canadian in London, King Charles’ Royal Garden Party inspires sustainability education

On a glorious afternoon recently, I had the good fortune to attend a specially themed Education and Skills Garden Party hosted at Buckingham Palace in London to celebrate the contributions of educators in the United Kingdom and beyond.

The Conversation · May 19, 2025

OPINION - Why I'm willing to compromise my morals and play at Mighty Hoopla, despite the boycott calls

If you feel incredibly passionately about the ongoing destruction of Gaza, firstly: I applaud you. The volume of suffering amongst Palestinians is abject, shocking and atrocious. It deserves the world’s attention. But secondly, I wonder if you can tell me truthfully that shutting down a queer festival in London will…

Evening Standard · May 19, 2025

Moomin merchandise and fashion: 80 years of ultra-savvy marketing that taps into childhood nostalgia

On a visit to the British Library in London to research this piece, I was preceded by a woman with a lilac-coloured tote featuring a mischievous-looking girl with a severe top knot and black dress. I instantly recognised the distinctive outline of Tove Jansson’s Little My, one of the many…

The Conversation · May 19, 2025

Six London festivals including Mighty Hoopla will go ahead despite planning drama

Brockwell Live - who are behind events such as Mighty Hoopla and the Lambeth County Show - said the series will go ahead

The Independent UK · May 19, 2025

Crown Estate strikes deal to back London Euston redevelopment

The monarch’s property company has agreed to take a 50% stake in the new joint venture, overseeing six development schemes in London and Birmingham.

Evening Standard · May 19, 2025

Urgent adder warning issued: Are the snakes in London and how dangerous are they?

An urgent warning has been made after venomous adders were spotted around the country

Evening Standard · May 19, 2025