Major fire destroys South Shields arcade on Boxing Day
A huge fire has gutted an amusement arcade at Ocean Beach Pleasure Park in South Shields. Police are treating it as the second suspected arson at the site in a month. Read the latest updates.
A huge fire has gutted an amusement arcade at Ocean Beach Pleasure Park in South Shields. Police are treating it as the second suspected arson at the site in a month. Read the latest updates.
Gregory John Walker sentenced to 10 years, 9 months for manslaughter after Molotov cocktail killed 13-year-old Arthur Haines in 1998. Read the full story.
A student has died following a medical emergency at St Wilfrid's RC College in South Shields. The school is closed as the community mourns. Our thoughts are with the family.
A five-year-old boy and a 60-year-old woman have died after a 'reckless and murderous' arson attack on a house in Edenderry, Ireland. Gardaí are appealing for witnesses and dashcam footage.
At least 11 people, including a 3-year-old boy, were killed in a shooting at an illegal tavern in Pretoria. Police are hunting for three suspects. Read the latest.
At least 11 people, including three children, were killed in a shooting at an illegal bar in Pretoria. Police are hunting three suspects. Read the latest on this tragic incident.
A man accused of a fatal arson attack in Bradford stormed out of court, declaring 'I'm not a murderer'. The trial continues as details of the revenge plot emerge.
The South Bank Employers' Group has appointed five new directors to its board, marking a major governance overhaul. Discover how this will shape the area's future.
Nigeria welcomes its first official delegation from St Kitts and Nevis following a historic visa-free travel agreement, signalling a new era of Afri-Caribbean cooperation.
A suspected brothel in Dagenham has been shut down for three months after repeated criminal damage, including black oil and paint attacks. Council and Police take action.
A Texas state trooper was removed from duty after a confrontation with South Carolina player Nyck Harbor, drawing criticism from LeBron James. Discover the full story.
Stephen Bryant, a triple murderer who spent 21 years on death row, chose execution by firing squad in South Carolina. Three prison volunteers carried out the sentence.
Thamesmead residents are desperately hoping for a DLR extension to fix the area's long-standing transport problems. Could this be the key to unlocking 30,000 new homes?
Chao Xu, one of the UK's most prolific sex offenders, jailed for life. Police appeal for hundreds of potential victims to come forward after discovering hidden cameras and assault videos.
Stephen Bryant faces execution by firing squad in South Carolina, marking the state's third such execution this year despite mounting criticism of the method. Learn about the case and ongoing death penalty debate.
Outrage in South Africa after 153 Palestinians, including children, were held on a sweltering tarmac for 12 hours over documentation issues. Read the full story.
Southwark Council approves a new 90-bed care home on Asylum Road to address the borough's ageing population and lack of local care capacity. Set to open in 2029.
A man and woman in their 20s died after their BMW left the M1 and struck a tree. Police appeal for witnesses to the tragic South Yorkshire collision.
A 17-year-old girl was fatally stabbed in her Cefn Forest home as her mother was severely injured. An 18-year-old man is arrested on suspicion of murder. Police urge witnesses to come forward.
A devastating bird flu outbreak has killed an estimated 53,000 female elephant seals on South Georgia, wiping out nearly half the breeding population with serious implications for the species' future.
South Park's latest episode 'Sora Not Sorry' explores AI deepfake chaos featuring disturbing Trump-Vance sex scenes and child abuse investigations. Read our full analysis.
A vast weak spot in Earth's magnetic field over the South Atlantic has grown by nearly half the size of Europe since 2014, new research reveals. Discover what this means for satellites and our planet.
South Park's latest episode featuring explicit Donald Trump and JD Vance sex scene leaves fans traumatised. The controversial show continues pushing boundaries despite White House criticism.
Greenwich Council confirms the 30-year-old Waterfront Leisure Centre will be demolished to make way for new housing once the state-of-the-art Woolwich Waves opens next month.
Transport for London is seeking public input to improve safety and reduce congestion on the A232, where 63 collisions were recorded in three years. Share your views and help shape the future of this key route.
South Australian parliament voted down a bill to restrict abortion access after 22 weeks. The proposed amendment sparked an emotional debate on women's healthcare rights.
Former heavyweight boxer Alexander Warren denies five animal cruelty charges following a MyLondon investigation into a series of cat deaths across South London. Read the full story.
London's South Bank transforms into a glittering wonderland with Winter Light's free art trail. Discover neon installations, hourly light shows & festive markets until January 18, 2026.
Find out exactly when South Park Season 28, Episode 3 is out in the UK on Paramount+ and Comedy Central. Get the full release schedule and why the new season started unexpectedly.
A disused gas holder site in Motspur Park is set for a major transformation into a new urban neighbourhood featuring 586 homes, green spaces, and a new cycle link. Discover the plans and local reaction.