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London station renamed '&' during WWII blackout

Discover the strange WWII tale of Bushey & Oxhey station, nicknamed 'Ampersand' after signs were painted over to confuse invaders. A quirky slice of London transport history.

How wealthy Londoners blocked a new Tube line in 1893

Plans for a London Underground line from Victoria to Kilburn were scrapped in 1893 after wealthy residents in Mayfair campaigned against noise disruption. Discover the forgotten route that would have changed the Tube map forever.

Third abandoned London sibling set for adoption

A judge has paved the way for the adoption of Baby Elsa, the third sibling abandoned in East London. Police say their exhaustive search for the parents has been unsuccessful. Read the full story.

House Prices Resilient in 2025, Says Nationwide

UK house prices ended 2025 on a softer note but were resilient overall, with Nationwide forecasting 2-4% growth for 2026. Discover the key market drivers and expert insights.

Plymouth house prices rise 12.6%, fastest in UK

Plymouth recorded the UK's steepest house price rise in 2025 at 12.6%, as London's market stalled. Discover the hotspots and the factors driving this localised property boom.

2025's US House Censure Wave: A Record Year

A look back at the US House of Representatives' unprecedented year of censure attempts in 2025, featuring clashes over Trump, Musk, and racial slurs. Discover the political fallout.

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