Purley's new leisure centre and homes get GLA green light
Plans for a new Purley leisure centre with a 25m pool and over 200 later-living homes have moved forward after the GLA decided not to intervene. Construction could start in 2026.
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Bromley's Major 2026 Developments: Homes, Tower & Leisure
Bromley faces a transformative 2026 with plans for thousands of green belt homes, a controversial 19-storey tower, and new £22m leisure centres. Explore the key projects shaping the borough's future.
Protesters vow to shut down 'Alligator Alcatraz' detention centre
Every Sunday, protesters gather at the notorious 'Alligator Alcatraz' immigration detention centre in Florida's Everglades, demanding its closure amid reports of human rights abuses. Meet the people leading the vigil.
Southwark's Biggest Developments Coming in 2026
From a student tower atop Southwark Tube Station to new council homes and a revamped football stadium, discover the key projects transforming the London borough in 2026.
Labour closes shareholder revolt register after 8 years
The Labour government has shut down a public register naming firms hit by shareholder revolts over executive pay. Critics warn this will bury controversies and harm corporate transparency in the UK.
Homeless man's Christmas plea: 'All I want is a bed'
Paul Straffon, 47, is forced to sleep in a Wimbledon shopping centre doorway this Christmas. His story highlights London's homelessness crisis, with over 13,000 rough sleepers last year.
First death at Fort Bliss ICE camp, widow deported
A Guatemalan man died in ICE custody at Fort Bliss, Texas. His wife was deported without seeing him. Lawmakers demand closure amid abuse allegations.
RSC's 'Twelfth Night' Review: Sumptuous but Overstuffed
The RSC's lavish production of Shakespeare's 'Twelfth Night' at the Barbican Centre is visually stunning but overly busy. Our review of this three-hour comedy running until January 2026.
New Banksy artworks appear in London
Two new Banksy murals have appeared in London. Discover the locations in Bayswater and Tottenham Court Road, the speculated meaning, and where to see them.
Learning disabled West Londoners need £9k for judicial review
Campaigners aim to raise £9,750 for a judicial review against Hillingdon Council's closure of a vital garden centre for adults with learning disabilities. Donate to support their case.
Key London Development Decisions Expected in 2026
Major schemes including Liverpool Street Station, One Silk Street, and the Barbican Centre renewal are set for crucial decisions in 2026, shaping the future of the City of London. Discover the details.
Council Seeks to Shut Islamic Centre Linked to Preacher
Canterbury Bankstown council issues a 'cease use' order for the Al Madina centre, alleging it operates illegally as a prayer hall. The move follows scrutiny after the Bondi attack.
New Suspected Banksy Appears in Central London
A new piece of street art thought to be by Banksy has emerged near Tottenham Court Road. The work features two figures gazing up at a skyscraper. Discover the details and the artist's recent provocative history.
Charity shop shuts after shocking fly-tipping incident
A North London charity shop was forced to close after a mountain of dirty pans and soiled clothes was fly-tipped outside. St Luke's Hospice in Harrow issues a desperate plea to donors.
Smoking ban exception for crack use considered in Scotland
Scottish ministers are weighing a change to the public smoking ban to allow crack cocaine use in supervised facilities in Glasgow and Edinburgh, responding to a surge in users switching from heroin. Read the full story.
Hornsey Town Hall reopens as arts hub after £29m revamp
North London's iconic Hornsey Town Hall reopens as a vibrant arts centre after a major refurbishment. Discover live music, theatre, cinema and more in this modernist landmark.
WHO to explore evidence for traditional medicine benefits
The World Health Organization launches a decade-long strategy to scientifically study and integrate proven traditional remedies into global healthcare. Discover the potential.
Best Phone Picture: Sci-Fi Playscape Captures Child's Joy
Photographer Anne Rayner's stunning iPhone 14 photo of her granddaughter at a Gateshead exhibition highlights the power of play and mobile photography. See the striking image.
Massive data centre's water demand raises environmental concerns
Plans for the UK's biggest data centre in Northumberland face scrutiny over its colossal water needs, equivalent to a town of 50,000 people. Local campaigners warn of environmental strain.
Trump-Kennedy Centre Rename Voted by Handpicked Board
The John F. Kennedy Center for the Performing Arts is set to be renamed the Trump-Kennedy Center after a board appointed by the former president backed the move. Democrats and the Kennedy family have called it a 'disgrace'.
Bridge Park Centre heritage bid fails, £600m plan progresses
Historic England rejects listing for Bridge Park Centre, a site pivotal to London's Black history, allowing a major redevelopment with 1,000 homes and a new leisure centre to proceed.
Michigan residents fight 'uniquely evil' $7bn data centre
Residents of Saline Township, Michigan, are battling a massive data centre backed by tech tycoons, fearing soaring bills, pollution, and the destruction of their rural community. A classic David vs Goliath story unfolds.
Tech Stocks Fall on Oracle Data Centre and AI Debt Concerns
US tech stocks led a market sell-off after Oracle lost backing for a $10bn data centre, fuelling investor anxiety over massive AI infrastructure debt. Discover the full impact.
Why you wake up not knowing where you are
Ever woken up confused in your own bed? Sleep inertia, stress, and poor sleep can cause brief disorientation. Experts explain when it's harmless and when to seek help.
Lewisham Christmas bin collection changes 2025
Lewisham Council announces revised bin collection dates for Christmas and New Year 2025. Find out how your household waste schedule is affected and how to recycle your Christmas tree.
Hidden Cave Factories: China's Architectural Secrets Revealed
A groundbreaking exhibition in Montreal shatters myths of drab communist-era design, revealing thrilling cave factories and a fierce debate over national style. Discover the untold story.
US Congresswoman charged after ICE detention centre protest
New Jersey Democratic Representative LaMonica McIver faces federal charges after a visit to an ICE facility where Newark's mayor was arrested. She calls it political retribution.
Harvard Scholar's Ouster Reveals Institutional Failure
The dismissal of Dr Mary Bassett from Harvard's FXB Centre highlights the selective application of human rights principles, particularly regarding Palestine. Discover the implications for global health and academic freedom.
Edward Weston: Transforming the Ordinary into Sculpture
Explore how photographer Edward Weston's shift from pictorialism to modernism in the 1920s turned peppers, nudes and toilets into iconic art. See 'Becoming Modern' in Paris until 25 Jan.
MIT Director Nuno Loureiro Shot Dead in Brookline
The MIT community mourns the shocking shooting death of plasma science director Nuno Loureiro, 47. Police are investigating with no suspect or motive yet released. Read the full story.
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