Market Place Food Hall has opened in London's West End with five floors of surprisingly affordable food from 16 traders. Discover the must-try dishes and why it's a game-changer for pre-theatre dining.
A London Michelin-starred restaurant owner speaks out after a thief stole £800 of premium meat. The Met Police investigate as the hospitality industry faces festive pressure.
Coventry Airport will shut permanently in June 2026, ending 90 years of aviation history to allow construction of a major battery gigafactory, despite local opposition. Read the full story.
West Ham United mourns the passing of Billy Bonds, their record appearance holder and two-time FA Cup-winning captain, voted the club's greatest ever player. Read his remarkable story.
The 7am Avanti West Coast service from Manchester to London will carry passengers after a regulator's U-turn. Read the full story on the victory for commuters and local politicians.
NSW police have arrested six people and seized luxury cars worth millions, including a Rolls-Royce and Lamborghini, in a major organised crime operation. Read the full details.
The Office of Rail and Road has reversed its decision to run an early Avanti West Coast service empty, allowing passengers back on the popular sub-two-hour route. Read the full story.
A smuggling kingpin who made £287,000 using London taxi drivers to transport migrants to Kent for illegal Channel crossings has been jailed for nearly 11 years. Read the full investigation.
Discover the top new theatre openings in London this December 2025, from Broadway transfers to major revivals and festive dark comedies. Book your tickets now.
West Ham United confirms the passing of club legend Billy Bonds MBE, aged 79. The Hammers will honour their record appearance holder before the Liverpool match. Read the full tribute.
A Kazakh couple allegedly used hidden cameras and earpieces to fraudulently win $1.18m from Sydney's Crown casino. Discover how police uncovered their sophisticated gambling scam.
West Ham must avoid repeating costly transfer errors in January. Opinion: The Hammers should target proven Premier League scorers over £22m Brazilian gamble.
Two US National Guard soldiers critically injured in a Washington DC shooting. Suspect had ties to the CIA. Get the latest details on this developing story.
A major £10bn regeneration of Earl's Court gets planning permission, promising 4,000 homes, a cinema, and a live music venue for West London. Discover the details.
Get a complimentary hot chocolate in London's Fitzrovia this November and December. Discover festive workshops, gifts and experiences in the West End. Find dates and times here.
Analysis reveals the Thamesmead DLR extension may be a poor investment, costing £1.7bn for limited gains. Discover why a West London project offers better value for taxpayers and growth.
Discover Akoko, the Fitzrovia restaurant awarded a 2024 Michelin star for its spectacular ten-course West African tasting menu. Book your table now for an unforgettable flavour journey.
A 20-year-old man faces charges for the robbery of £30,000 in iPhone 17s from an Apple store in Lakeside and an attempted heist in Brent Cross. He is due in court.
Netflix's chilling true crime documentary 'Manhunt: Chasing the Fox' about predator Malcolm Fairley soars to number one in the UK. Stream the harrowing series now.
Two teenagers arrested following fatal stabbing of 19-year-old Yassin Alama in Handsworth. West Midlands Police continue investigation into violent street attack. Read latest updates.
An undercover BBC investigation exposes the brutal trade in human body parts for 'magic charms' in Sierra Leone, where police struggle to stop ritual murders.
A father and son were part of a crime group that attempted to import £20 million of heroin concealed in pomegranate juice bottles. Read the full story of the NCA's major bust.
Major signalling fault near Stafford halts West Coast Main Line trains from London Euston. Passengers urged not to travel with widespread cancellations and 90-minute delays expected.
National Crime Agency exposes billion-pound money laundering network operating across 28 UK towns and cities, directly funding Russia's war in Ukraine through cryptocurrency conversions.
British Airways ARC, a major new 3,800-capacity music venue, will open at Olympia London in 2026. Operated by AEG Presents, it promises world-class performances in a historic location. Sign up for updates now!
A man has been sentenced for stealing a Banksy print valued at £270,000 to settle drug debts. Discover the full story of this London art theft and its consequences.
Over 600 West End businesses launch the largest private security investment to combat phone theft and retail crime this festive season. Discover how Operation West End aims to keep shoppers safe.
The Guardian issues a correction on knife crime figures, revealing London saw a 0% change while Dorset fell 13%. Explore the full corrections list and how to submit complaints.
A man in his 40s was stabbed near the Grand Union Canal in Westbourne Park. Police are investigating the attempted robbery and appeal for witnesses. Call 101 with information.
London's Regent Street will close to traffic on December 6 for its first pedestrianisation since 2020. Enjoy festive shopping, entertainment and special offers along the famous West End street.