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Rail worker threatened by erratic trespasser on train tracks in London

A member of railway staff was been threatened by a trespasser on the tracks in London.

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LIVE updates on London travel as Storm Claudia brings rain warning

London is set to feel the impacts of Storm Claudia today, as the Met Office has set a yellow weather warning for rain.

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Sadiq Khan raises London Congestion Charge and cuts electric vehicle discounts

TfL has announced that the Congestion Charge will increase to £18 from January 2026, and that electric vehicles will now pay the fee.

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See inside new Asda store in east London train station

Pictures show inside the new Asda store in Limehouse station, Commercial Road.

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Traffic builds after 'incident' near central London college

There is heavy traffic following reports of an incident near a college in central London. Live updates here.

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London Tops List for Clown Phobia: Searches for Fear Surge in the Capital

Londoners are showing a surprising fear of clowns, topping the country in searches for "coulrophobia", the clinical term for clown phobia.

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All the London Underground lines and stations closed this weekend listed

Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (November 14 - 16) and don't be caught out.

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7 London state schools ranked among the most well-behaved in England

Seven state schools in London have been named among the most well-behaved in England by the Great British Schools Guide (GBSG).

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Police investigation into death of girl, 11, in Thames ends without charges

The police investigation into the death of Kaliyah Coa in the River Thames has concluded without criminal charges.

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Revealed - which east London borough had the most crime last month?

Metropolitan Police data has revealed which borough in east London had the most crime in October 2025.

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TfL withdraws new Docklands Light Railway trains over brake issue

Docklands Light Railway (DLR) trains introduced just six weeks ago have been withdrawn from service following a safety issue.

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Warning issued as biggest 'cannibal storm' in 20 years may disrupt GPS tonight

The powerful cannibal solar storm could disrupt communications and GPS on Earth tonight but also increase your chances of seeing the Northern Lights.

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Half of drivers admit they’ve ‘hidden’ in their car for peace and quiet

Half of drivers admit they’ve ‘hidden’ in their car – for some peace and quiet away from partners, kids and work colleagues.

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Lifelong West Ham fan surprised with award by Jarrod Bowen

West Ham fan David Foster was surprised by Jarrod Bowen with the 2025 JustGiving outstanding commitment award after raising £12,000 for Rape Crisis in memory of his daughter Emily.

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Trains from major London station cancelled due to trespasser with arrest made

Trains from a major London station are facing delays and cancellation due to a trespasser. Live updates here.

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London hit with two-day yellow weather warning for rain this weekend

London has been hit with a two-day weather warning for rain this Friday and Saturday.

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Met Police officer who sent messages about sexual abuse of kids sacked

A Met Police officer who sent messages about the sexual abuse of children has been sacked. 

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Martin Lewis shares how to save on energy bills with 5-minute check to save hundreds

Martin Lewis has shared his advice on how to save money on energy bills this winter with a 5-minute check that could save you hundreds.

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Co-op supermarket caught selling beer to 12-year-old

Retailers in Tower Hamlets have been fined more than £13,000 after Trading Standards test purchases revealed illegal sales of corrosive products and alcohol to children.

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O2 offering up to £1000 for old mobile phones and other devices - how to claim

O2 Recycle is a service that offers cash (up to £1000) for old devices, including Apple iPhones and Sony PlayStations - see how much you could claim.