The Latest Breaking News from London

London Marathon set to become world's largest if it tops New York record

Organisers hope the 45th edition of the iconic race will surpass the 55,646 runners who completed the New York Marathon in November 2024

Evening Standard · Mar 13, 2025

Heading to Dublin for St Patrick's Day? The best places to eat, drink and stay

Grab a pint at Toner’s, enjoy St Patrick’s Day events at the Storehouse and sing along to Irish folk at O’Donoghues. Maddy Mussen has your guide to spending time in Ireland’s largest city

Evening Standard · Mar 13, 2025

“It's our passion to bring songwriting back to the historic heart of the West End”: An all-new, star-studded writer’s retreat is aiming help make history in London’s iconic Denmark Street

The new event is part of ongoing work to revitalise the legendary creative area of London that was once an inspiration to a nation

MusicRadar · Mar 13, 2025

Taxi firms crowdfund legal battle with Uber over VAT on fares in UK

Minicab drivers say Uber’s bid to apply tax to all rides would put many out of business and leave people stranded

The Guardian - UK · Mar 13, 2025

‘We fell in love with the ballet and with her’: why 184-year-old Giselle keeps us swooning

The role has inspired the world’s best ballerinas and her story is as popular as ever – whether revived, reimagined or deconstructed. Dancers explain the appeal of Giselle

The Guardian - UK · Mar 13, 2025

Communal sweating in saunas is the hottest wellness trend taking over the UK

Sauna-bathing has taken London and the rest of the U.K. by storm, particularly among trendy 20- and 30-somethings keen to try a new pastime that’s healthier than nights out in pubs and bars

The Independent UK · Mar 13, 2025

London Marathon expected to take record for biggest in the world from New York

Organisers of the 45th London Marathon on April 27 hope to beat the existing record of 55,646 finishers set by the TCS New York Marathon in November.

The Independent UK · Mar 13, 2025

Quarter of UK population witnessed shoplifting in last 12 months, poll suggests

Customers in Nottingham saw the most shoplifting, with 32% of people witnessing an incident, followed by London at 29% and Southampton at 28%.

Evening Standard · Mar 13, 2025

Holi 2025: Where to celebrate the Hindu festival in London

Celebrate the beginning of spring in Hindu culture by indulging in some delicious South Asian cuisine

Evening Standard · Mar 12, 2025

Uber Eats offers free Ramadan meals to Muslim delivery drivers in London

The Sundown Spots initiative takes place in towns and cities with the largest Muslim populations, offering food at night and early morning to support those fasting

Evening Standard · Mar 12, 2025