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London travel news LIVE: Tube disruption on two major lines during morning rush hour

Tom Place — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:43:39 GMT

Signal failure at Baker Street causes severe delays on Jubilee line

Chelsea injury update: Joao Pedro, Cole Palmer, Reece James latest news and return dates

Arthur Ferridge — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:39:04 GMT

Blues are licking their wounds after humbling Brentford defeat

Arsenal injury update: Ben White, Cristhian Mosquera, William Saliba latest news and return dates

Tashan Deniran-Alleyne — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:26:22 GMT

The latest Gunners fitness woes and wins

Zack Polanski slams Heathrow third runway 'great betrayal' as Holborn by-election hots up

Nicholas Cecil — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:24:06 GMT

Green leader says new runway is “betrayal of climate commitments, betrayal of communities breathing polluted air, and betrayal of our children’s future’

Chelsea transfer news: Arsenal battle, Gibbs-White competition, wonderkid race

Arthur Ferridge — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:21:25 GMT

Blues eyeing yet more targets for the future

Manchester United transfer news: JJ Gabriel 'advantage' revealed, statement released

Arthur Ferridge — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:17:29 GMT

Club accounts contain clear transfer hint

Vistry cutting jobs and more than halving regional network after hefty losses

Holly Williams — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:16:15 GMT

The builder reported pre-tax losses of £661.3 million for the six months to June 30, against profits of £40.9 million a year earlier.

H&M says more in-season buying paying off as sales edge higher

Anna Wise — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 07:00:40 GMT

Chief executive Daniel Erver said it was increasing the proportion of in-season purchasing to more quickly react to fashion trends.

Heartstopper star Bash Croft on his new move into pop music and fashion

Maddy Mussen — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:46:08 GMT

Already a teen TV and stage star, Bash Croft has raised the bar for his music hopes — to Freddie Mercury high

'We'll end benefits street': Tories vow to ban long-term claimants from buying alcohol and cigarettes

Megan Howe — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:45:34 GMT

Tory leader Kemi Badenoch says the welfare system is currently ‘unfair to others’

Burnham wants ban on alcohol in the stands at football matches to be repealed

David Hughes — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:42:46 GMT

Andy Burnham said the legislation was from a different era and discriminated against football fans while supporters of other sports could drink.

Arsenal transfer news: Double boost imminent; Dowman loan interest; Chelsea battle 'looms'

Arthur Ferridge — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:40:15 GMT

Gunners to consider letting Colney wonderkid depart in January...

Teenager among four charged with murder of man shot dead in east London

Megan Howe — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:37:05 GMT

Masum Miah, 42, was shot dead inside a car on St Bartholomew’s Road in Newham on August 18

Teenagers in England to be offered new vocational GCSEs under Government reforms

Eleanor Busby — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:34:39 GMT

Employers are being asked to provide an additional 200,000 work experience placements for pupils aged between 14 and 16.

Who will win the Holborn and St Pancras by-election?

Nicholas Cecil — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:21:11 GMT

Hundreds of Green Party and Labour activists are pouring into the north London constituency for the London election showdown

Transfer news LIVE: Arsenal get Alvarez green light; Chelsea have Scott plan; Man Utd, Liverpool latest

Alex Young — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:18:29 GMT

All all the latest news, rumours and gossip ahead of January window

Oasis 2027 tour tickets: What are the sale codes and when are they released?

Ekin Karasin and Matt Watts — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:18:04 GMT

Everything ticket-hunters need to know about the Oasis 2027 tour

RAF pauses Hawk jet training after pilots ejected moments before crash

George Lithgow — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:17:51 GMT

North Wales Police said emergency services were called to the Pencarnisiog area of Anglesey, near the RAF Valley station.

England striker Ivan Toney to appear in court this morning accused of Soho nightclub assault

Tristan Kirk — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:17:28 GMT

Ex-Brentford striker Toney, 30, is accused of attacking Saber Da Silva during an incident at a nightclub on Wardour Street

City banker told murder suspect girlfriend 'kill yourself already', court hears

Emily Pennink — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:11:01 GMT

Joanna Cierpka, 51, described how her relationship with Henrik Slotsaa and mental health had deteriorated leading up to his death

From hat-trick heroics to injury woes: How Arsenal summer sales have fared at their new clubs

Matt Verri — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:00:46 GMT

Some former Gunners have hit the ground running at their new clubs, while others are yet to feature...

Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Thursday, September 24, 2026

Claire Petulengro — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 06:00:26 GMT

Read what the stars mean for you today, from Taurus to Aries

Arrests made in major police operation targeting alleged human trafficking

Lucinda Cameron — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:59:59 GMT

About 300 officers were deployed as part of Operation Kendrew in Glasgow, Falkirk, Dundee and other locations in Scotland.

Tories would ban long-term benefit claimants from buying alcohol and cigarettes

David Lynch — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:28:51 GMT

Under the plans, anyone who claims universal credit when they are out of work would get six months of full benefits to find a job.

‘Pay with smile’ facial recognition store checkout system piloted by Revolut

Vicky Shaw — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:22:32 GMT

Customers can use the new technology in a similar way to unlocking a smartphone or app.

'Pay with smile’ facial recognition tech trialled in London cafes

Megan Howe — Thu, 24 Sep 2026 05:21:41 GMT

Customers can trial the new facial recognition payment method at Kiss The Hippo cafes in Bloomsbury, Chelsea and Soho this week

Fiona Shaw reveals how she nearly quit acting after feeling ‘no joy’

Lauren Del Fabbro — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:01:00 GMT

The 68-year-old is best known for starring in Killing Eve and the Harry Potter franchise as the cold and repressed aunt Petunia Dursley.

HSBC targets younger workers with entry-level hiring drive

Anna Wise — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:01:00 GMT

Around a third of all hires the bank has made in the UK this year have been aged 18 to 24.

Rental hotspots where competition for homes was strong over the summer revealed

Vicky Shaw — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:01:00 GMT

Scotland and northern England were home to some of the locations with the most inquiries typically per rental property, Rightmove said.

Britain should ‘rejoin EU within a decade’, says report by Tony Blair think tank

Harry Taylor — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:01:00 GMT

Sir Tony said the EU inviting Canada to become its first associate member showed a ‘newfound flexibility’ from the bloc.

Gaming grandmother grabs Guinness record for Fortnite streaming

Ryan McDougall — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:01:00 GMT

Cath Bowie was introduced to the game by her teenage grandson back in 2017.

Consumer confidence stumbles amid warnings Budget must provide reassurance

Josie Clarke — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:01:00 GMT

Consumer expectations for the economy over the next three months fell from minus 28 to minus 34 this month, according to the BRC and Opinium.

Coleen and I are still just two kids from Croxteth, says Wayne Rooney

Pierra Willix — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 23:01:00 GMT

The former footballer and his wife of 18 years are the focus of the new Disney Plus documentary series The Real Rooneys.

High blood pressure: Only half of people ‘treated by GP have it under control’

Jane Kirby — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 22:00:00 GMT

Other evidence suggests even when patients have high blood pressure in an NHS Health Check in their GP surgery, they are not prescribed drugs.

Nigeria XI vs Madagascar: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest

Arthur Ferridge — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:49:35 GMT

Star striker Victor Osimhen has been ruled out through injury

Hillingdon councillor says 'racist tropes' in AI images shared by Tories crossed a line

Megan Howe and Philip James Lynch — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:46:28 GMT

Hillingdon councillor Sital Punja said the use of her image in AI generated pictures crossed a line

The Wanted’s Nathan Sykes announces he’s set to become a father for the first time in sweet pregnancy reveal

Megan Howe — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:39:44 GMT

Nathan Sykes and his wife Charlotte will welcome their first child in April 2027

Rubio concerned Ukraine war could spread as Russia harries UK and allies

Nick Lester — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:28:40 GMT

The Kremlin has been accused of waging a covert campaign against countries supportive of Kyiv, fuelling escalation fears.

The Wanted star Nathan Sykes reveals wife is expecting their first child

Lauren Del Fabbro — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:22:06 GMT

The 33-year-old singer is best known for being one of the members of the boy band behind the hit songs All Time Low and Glad You Came.

Lucas Bergvall responds to Tottenham summer transfer speculation: 'I just tried to be happy'

Arthur Ferridge — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:15:12 GMT

Sweden international submitted a transfer request in July before signing a new long-term deal

Burnham: Labour conference will show it is ‘time for Britain to believe again’

David Hughes — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 21:00:38 GMT

Andy Burnham will deliver his first Labour conference leader’s speech next week as delegates gather in Liverpool.

Taylor Lautner becomes a father and welcomes his first child

Lauren Del Fabbro — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:55:40 GMT

The 34-year-old actor is married to Tay Lautner and revealed on Wednesday that the pair had their daughter Lennon Taylor Lautner on September 16.

CCTV image released after man punched at Hackney Downs station

Megan Howe — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:49:34 GMT

The incident took place at Hackney Downs station on August 30

Arsenal: Jurrien Timber lifts lid on 'miracle' recovery from groin injury after missing training

Arthur Ferridge — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:43:41 GMT

Full-back has only recently returned from long-standing groin injury but rallied to feature in Champions League final

Burnham says AI safety should be an issue for governments and not left to chance

David Hughes — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:37:32 GMT

Andy Burnham’s comments came as US President Donald Trump said he would encourage AI development rather than seek to rein it in.

MSPs hear fears of ‘cuts upon cuts upon cuts’ ahead of Scottish Budget

Katrine Bussey — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:06:04 GMT

Organisations including Police Scotland, Colleges Scotland and the Scottish Trades Union Congress raised concerns with Holyrood’s Finance Committee.

Police investigating footage of far-right activist appearing to slash dinghy

Sam Hall — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 20:02:55 GMT

Danny Tommo appeared to shout ‘traitors’ at a rescue crew member who was still on board.

Falklands row escalates as UK accuses Argentina of ‘unacceptable’ harassment

Nick Lester — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:46:44 GMT

The actions of the Buenos Aires regime ‘is not the behaviour we expect of a democracy’, say British diplomats at UN

‘Exceptionally warm’ weather forecast for next couple of days

Sam Hall — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:37:20 GMT

The Met Office said there were emerging signals for increasingly wet and windy weather next week.

Poison seller ‘robbed victims of chance to recover from struggles’, court hears

Mathilde Grandjean — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:25:27 GMT

Kenneth Law has admitted aiding the suicide of 14 victims in Canada and is believed to have played a role in many more deaths.

Passenger jet makes emergency landing at London Heathrow after 'smoke reported onboard'

Matt Watts — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:12:08 GMT

The IndiGo Boeing 787-9 Dreamliner was climbing at 24,000 feet when it transmitted an emergency ‘squawk’

Reform-linked think tank calls for abolition of state pension

Rachael Burford — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 19:09:58 GMT

The Centre for a Better Britain’s (CFABB) also proposed £75 billion of tax cuts, predominantly for the wealthy

Failure to stop two migrant boats in two days ‘not acceptable’, says Home Secretary

George Lithgow and Matt Watts — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:44:35 GMT

A second small boat has landed in Britain without being intercepted in a week, prompting an urgent review of border security

UK-first heat transmission tunnel running under Thames to warm hundreds of thousands of London homes

Megan Howe — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:26:10 GMT

Ministers say the London Strategic Heat Main project will unlock around £5bn of investment in London’s heat networks

Mother and three children killed in house fire were ‘loved beyond measure’

Eleanor Barlow — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:20:21 GMT

The family said they were ‘devastated’ by their loss.

Michael Kiwanuka says he suffered a stroke and is ‘fighting to get better’

Lauren Del Fabbro — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:11:00 GMT

The 39-year-old singer said he had a bleed in his brain brought on by high blood pressure a few months ago.

'World's most famous jazz club' to finally open in Covent Garden this week following licensing approval

Megan Howe — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:05:23 GMT

Blue Note London, an offshoot of the legendary New York jazz club, will open for the first time on Thursday with a performance from Grammy Award-winning pianist Robert Jasper

Sophie joins Strictly and Traitors stars to mark 80 years of Mencap

Laura Elston — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:04:18 GMT

The duchess gathered with model and actress Ellie Goldstein and Traitors finalist Alexander Dragonetti to celebrate the charity’s milestone.

Harry Kane responds to Lamine Yamal after Ballon d'Or barb

Dom Smith — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:00:32 GMT

The race for the prestigious prize is the most fierce in years, and the Barcelona star has kicked off his campaign with a thinly veiled jab

Harry Kane hints at surprise next club move after Bayern contract ends

Dom Smith — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:00:27 GMT

The former Tottenham star has dropped a shock suggestion for his final club

England: Harry Kane reveals Declan Rice talks over injury update but no contact with Cole Palmer

Dom Smith — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 18:00:20 GMT

Arsenal star got in touch with his skipper, but Cole Palmer

Andy Burnham received Everton directors’ lounge tickets worth £677

George Lithgow — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:34:49 GMT

The gift was revealed in the latest MPs’ register of interests.

Freddie Mercury’s godson hopes singer’s piano will be ‘cherished’ after sale

Lauren Del Fabbro — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:22:23 GMT

The piano, which went on public display on Wednesday, is part of a collection offered by Queen producer Reinhold Mack and his son, Freddie.

Tourists will be ‘double taxed’ under Labour plans, says Ryanair boss

Rosie Shead — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:15:40 GMT

The Government previously announced proposals to give regional leaders across large parts of England the power to introduce levies on overnight stays.

Santander announces partnership to support vulnerable customers

Vicky Shaw — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 17:00:03 GMT

Santander said it will be able to refer customers and their families who may need extra support managing their money directly to Sibstar.

Car firm ad banned for use of racial slur against Japanese

Josie Clarke — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:59:50 GMT

Jap Car South apologised to ‘any members of the public’ who had been offended by the use of the word ‘Jap’ in its name.

London pub shutting for £350,000 revamp and name change wants drinking licence extended to car park

Charlotte Lillywhite and Patrick Daly — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:58:02 GMT

The Fox and Hounds in Surbiton will shut in the coming days before welcoming punters back in November under a new moniker

£1m Ponzi scheme mastermind's gang posed as TV characters and faked offices in Canary Wharf and the Gherkin

Ted Hennessey and Matt Watts — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:57:01 GMT

James Gillingham’s ‘brokers’ posed as characters including Harvey Specter from US legal drama Suits as they cold-called people into handing over their savings

Chagos handover deal ‘can’t go ahead’ without US support, says Streeting

Will Meakin-Durrant — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:56:50 GMT

The deal would see the UK make payments to Mauritius for continued access to the Diego Garcia military base.

Tottenham starlet gets England training call-up after first-team injury blow

Arthur Ferridge — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:44:31 GMT

Lewis Hall niggle opened door for two highly-rated prospects to be promoted for the day

Social media companies unable to say how many times dangerous videos watched

Cillian Sherlock — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:39:10 GMT

The hosting of dangerous content on social media platforms has come under increased scrutiny following multiple high-profile crashes.

England XI vs Spain: Confirmed team news, predicted lineup and injury latest for Nations League

Dom Smith — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:36:39 GMT

One doubt as Three Lions face first of four matches in this international break

FTSE 100 flat as Iran strikes defiant tone at UN

Jeremy Cutler — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:30:37 GMT

The index ended down slightly at 10,705.26.

Bukayo Saka issues Max Dowman challenge after Arsenal breakthrough: 'It's up to him'

Dom Smith — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:23:01 GMT

Gunners wonderkid continues to impress for first team

Fast withdrawal casino: Which UK casinos offer instant withdrawals?

Jack Tanner — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:14:27 GMT

Payout times across UK-licensed casinos have been tested to find the fast withdrawal casinos actually delivering funds in minutes

Live casino UK: Best live dealer casinos 2026

Jack Tanner — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:10:06 GMT

Bettors seeking a more genuine or interactive casino experience are flocking to live casinos, where they can play all manner of games

Netherlands to participate in 2027 Eurovision Song Contest following boycott

Lauren Del Fabbro — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:08:16 GMT

The U-turn comes after the Dutch national broadcaster Avrotros withdrew in August and appeared to blame Israel’s participation for its decision.

Casino apps: Top 10 casino apps in the UK

Jack Tanner — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:05:34 GMT

With phones the first point of contact when doing anything online, here are our recommended casino apps

Alan Titchmarsh asks late friend for 'forgiveness' as he makes emotional admission

Ekin Karasin — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 16:02:44 GMT

The former Gardeners’ World host, 77, shared moving memories about ‘treasured’ friends

Amar Kanwar: This exhibition will change your life, if you let it

Martin Robinson — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:58:48 GMT

If this show at Serpentine North lacks in lighting, it more than makes up for it in transcendent film-making that makes a gripping case for slowing down

Drumcree decision ‘opportunity to gain confidence of unionist community’

Rebecca Black — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:58:43 GMT

DUP leader Gavin Robinson was speaking as the body considers an application for the Orange Order to complete its route along the Garvaghy Road.

Bet £10 get £40: Top five bet 10 get 40 offers for 2026

Jack Tanner — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:55:27 GMT

Find out which five bookmakers are currently running bet £10 get £40 free bet offers and how they compare.

Bet £10 get £30 offers: Which online bookmakers offer bet £10 get £30 welcome bonuses?

James Hicken — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:49:01 GMT

Our betting team have dug into the most common welcome offer among online bookmakers to discover

Young mother dies nine months after brain tumour diagnosis

Ryan McDougall — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:47:40 GMT

The family of Kim Borthwick, 36, from Glasgow, announced on Tuesday night she had ‘slipped away peacefully’.

Bet £10 get £20 offers: The best bet 10 get 20 welcome offers for 2026

Jack Tanner — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:46:22 GMT

Everything UK players need to know about the latest bet £10 get £20 betting offers

Trans row nurse ‘felt discriminated against’ by union, tribunal told

Danyel Vanreenen — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:42:41 GMT

Sandie Peggie is at the centre of a second employment tribunal, this time against the Royal College of Nursing.

Best football betting sites in the UK: Top football bookies 2026

Jack Tanner — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:36:52 GMT

The new season is not far away and we’ve taken a closer look at the best football betting spots for the upcoming campaign

Visually impaired homeless man wins payout after having to eat takeaways for a year during hotel stay

Katherine Gray and Patrick Daly — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:36:20 GMT

Westminster City Council has been ordered to pay almost £4,000 in compensation

Betting apps: Find the best UK betting apps for 2026

Jack Tanner — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:32:36 GMT

The best betting apps combine a strong welcome offer with a smooth, reliable mobile experience - here are the ones worth downloading in 2026.

Dolly Parton's free children's book scheme expands to 10 London boroughs - is your area one of them?

Tom Place — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:28:58 GMT

Around 157,000 children across the capital are now eligible to receive free books from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library

Senior judge Sir John O’Hara to lead review of Parades Commission

Rebecca Black — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:28:53 GMT

It comes after criticism of the body which takes decisions over parades in Northern Ireland.

Nocturne by Wasia Project: Brother-sister duo create dark masterpiece

Martin Robinson — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:25:14 GMT

Wasia Project’s debut album is a stunning collection of heartbreak songs that will leave you breathless

Michael Kiwanuka suffers stroke at 39 'brought on by common health problem'

Ekin Karasin — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:23:16 GMT

The Cold Little Heart singer revealed he battled a ‘severe’ brain injury in an emotional announcement

Seize ice cream vans in anti-terror clean-up of London's most iconic tourism hotspot, say Tories

Nicholas Cecil and Luke Reevey — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:18:06 GMT

Shadow Transport Secretary Richard Holden is calling for a clampdown on illegally parked ice cream vans, pedicabs and conmen doing three-cup tricks on Westminster Bridge

Three London fish and chip shops named among UK’s best as they chase major 2027 title

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:07:26 GMT

Three London chippies, including one in popular Borough Market, have made the top 40

Five top London pubs to enjoy late-September 'mini-heatwave' as 27C high on way

Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:05:55 GMT

Discover these spots to make the most of the unexpected September heat

Young adults sitting on forgotten windfalls worth £2,310 on average

Vicky Shaw — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:04:55 GMT

Young people may not realise they have savings waiting for them, the Government said.

Ryanair boss says he has ‘no doubt’ air fares will increase next year

Rosie Shead — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:04:30 GMT

Michael O’Leary told reporters in London that flight prices were going ‘significantly upward’.

‘Once-in-a-lifetime’ plant death bloom begins at Kew Gardens

Oliver Povey — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 15:01:12 GMT

Experts believe the agave montana planted around two decades ago is blooming as a result of climate change.

The coolest Oktoberfest events happening across London that you won’t want to miss

Poppy Huggett — Wed, 23 Sep 2026 14:54:59 GMT

Experience a slice of Bavaria in London this autumn with Oktoberfest events taking place across the capital