Search for Endangered German Hairy Snail in London
Over 100 volunteers are scouring the Thames for the rare, hairy-shelled snail. Join the citizen science effort to protect this unique London species.
Over 100 volunteers are scouring the Thames for the rare, hairy-shelled snail. Join the citizen science effort to protect this unique London species.
Discover London's premier rooftop venues offering spectacular views of the 2025 New Year's Eve fireworks. Book your VIP spot for an unforgettable celebration overlooking the Thames.
Discover the best free vantage points to watch London's spectacular New Year's Eve 2025 fireworks display. Plan your celebration and welcome the new year in style.
Andrew Collins from Greenford has been convicted of rape after plying a vulnerable woman with alcohol. He awaits sentencing in January 2026.
Terrence Duddy steps down as BBC Children in Need chair after receiving suspended sentence for causing serious injury to cyclist. Read the full story and police statement.
Masked criminals stole over £1.1 million in cryptocurrency during a daring daylight robbery in Oxford. Four arrests made in complex police investigation. Contact Thames Valley Police with information.
Masked robbers stole a £450k watch and £1.1m in Bitcoin after forcing their way into a car in Oxford. Police have made four arrests and are appealing for witnesses.
Two London men arrested following a kidnapping and high-value robbery in Oxford where victims were forced to hand over a £121,039 watch and $1.5m in cryptocurrency. Police appeal for witnesses.
Castle Water proposes additional £1bn cash injection for Thames Water, criticising current restructuring plans as inadequate for solving pollution crisis. Read the latest developments.
London recorded only 8 treasure discoveries in 2024, down from previous years, while Norfolk leads with 138 finds. Explore the changing landscape of UK treasure hunting and mudlarking.
London's iconic Golden Hinde replica ship is undergoing a major £4 million starboard refurbishment. The project, using English oak and local materials, celebrates 30 years in Southwark. Visit the ship during works!
Relive London's coldest winter in 1963 when the capital froze for months. See how milkmen used skis and the Thames nearly froze. Discover more incredible photos from the Big Freeze.
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.
Chelsea footballer Raheem Sterling and his family are safe after masked men broke into their Berkshire home. Police are investigating the third burglary attempt targeting Sterling in seven years.
Chelsea footballer Raheem Sterling and his family escaped unharmed after masked men attempted to break into their home. Police are investigating this second burglary targeting the England international.
Controversial plans to build a cycle path on Woolwich Common would require cutting down over 50 mature trees. Greenwich Council decides November 18.
Heavy police presence at Reading College after boy injured in assault. Thames Valley Police urge public to avoid Kings Road area as search operation continues.
Breaking: Reading College remains in lockdown as armed police conduct a manhunt following a suspected stabbing that left a boy injured on campus Thursday afternoon.
A massive £1.1 billion regeneration project is set to create a brand new neighbourhood in Beckton, featuring 2,000 homes, shops, and community facilities along the River Thames.
Regulator blocks executive payouts at six water companies amid public outrage over sewage spills and service failures. New rules give Ofwat power to veto bonuses.
London's riverside music extravaganza Labyrinth on the Thames announces major expansion plans that could see the festival almost double its capacity by 2026, bringing more world-class acts to the capital's iconic waterfront.
Tech billionaire Elon Musk faces backlash after comparing residents of a small English market town to Tolkien's hobbits during a controversial podcast appearance, drawing local outrage and accusations of arrogance.
Hundreds gathered in Kingston upon Thames to protest the UK government's controversial deportation flight to Jamaica, demanding an end to the hostile environment policy.
Discover how Newham Council's ambitious £1bn regeneration project will transform East London with 3,000 sustainable homes, new parks, and community facilities along the River Thames.
England's iconic canal network faces unprecedented threats from climate change, with severe underfunding putting these historic waterways at risk of deterioration and closure.
A vital section of the Thames Path near Kew Gardens has collapsed into the river, creating dangerous conditions and cutting off popular walking routes. Local authorities warn pedestrians to avoid the area as emergency repairs get underway.
A commercial airliner's astonishing flight path shows it navigating straight through the eye of Hurricane Melissa, as passengers report severe turbulence during the transatlantic journey.