Elderly and disabled residents in a Notting Hill estate have been stranded for four weeks due to a broken lift, with some forced to crawl downstairs. Kensington and Chelsea Council cites a cyber attack for delayed repairs.
A new report definitively concludes the 1994 Estonia ferry disaster, which killed 852, was caused by bow door failure, not collision or explosion. Read the full investigation findings.
Londoners can expect a damp, overcast Christmas Eve with temperatures peaking at 8°C. Get the full hour-by-hour forecast for the capital's festive weather.
Hundreds of Barbican Estate residents face a weekend without water after a mains leak. Thames Water apologises as locals are directed to nearby gyms for showers. Read the latest.
Two inmates escaped from a US detention centre after exploiting crumbling concrete. The incident raises serious questions about infrastructure and security failures. Read the full investigation.
A London musician was issued two parking fines after council workers painted a disabled bay around his legally parked Audi in Croydon. He calls it 'madness' and 'bullying'.
Hundreds of Barbican residents face a weekend without water after a major leak. Thames Water engineers scramble for a fix as locals are offered gym showers and bottled water. Full details on the ongoing disruption.
A major Cloudflare network failure caused widespread internet disruption, highlighting our critical reliance on a handful of tech providers. Experts warn of systemic fragility.
All flights from Edinburgh Airport were suspended this morning due to a major IT failure with its air traffic control provider, disrupting thousands of passengers. Service has now resumed.
All flights from Edinburgh Airport were suspended on Friday morning due to a critical IT failure in air traffic control systems. Passengers are urged to contact their airlines for updates as teams work to resolve the issue.
Guardian's former environment correspondent Paul Brown issues a powerful final warning on political failure over climate crisis. Experts echo his call for urgent action.
Severe delays hit three London Underground lines this morning due to a points failure and engineering work. Get the latest travel updates and disruption details here.
Discover a hidden London Christmas market that offers a magical, European-style festive experience. Find unique gifts, mulled wine, and authentic charm away from the crowds.
Ditch the festive fatigue with our guide to the best live music in London this December. From Wolf Alice at The O2 to Sudan Archives at the Roundhouse, discover the gigs worth braving the cold for.
Discover the top Christmas carol services in London for 2025. From free concerts at St Paul's to candlelit events at the Royal Albert Hall, find your perfect festive outing.
A technical failure at CME Group's data centre disrupted futures and options trading for hours. Discover how the incident affected global markets and what measures are being taken.
A simple neck ultrasound scan could identify men at high risk of heart attack and stroke. The painless test detects stiff arteries, a key warning sign. Learn about this breakthrough.
Discover why epidural pain relief sometimes fails during childbirth. Expert insights on placement issues, dosage problems, and timing myths for UK parents.
Hundreds of thousands of unpaid carers face reassessment after damning review reveals government failures led to devastating £20,000 penalties. Read the full investigation.
Australia's not-for-profit disability sector faces collapse due to frozen NDIS price caps, with providers reporting 12% losses over five years. Urgent reform demanded.
Celebrity Traitors star Joe Marler and chef James Martin vow to find the culprit who defecated in a VIP lift during £1,250-a-ticket rugby hospitality event at Twickenham Stadium.
Elon Musk's philosophy of treating failure as essential iteration offers crucial lessons for UK engineering and innovation. Discover how Britain can embrace bold experimentation.
Chris Eubank Jr and Snr's grand arrival at Tottenham Hotspur Stadium was disrupted after they got stuck in a lift. Jr joked it was 'sabotage' ahead of the grudge rematch. Read more.
Sydney Sweeney's film Christy records one of the worst opening weekends in box office history, raising questions about the predicted 'unwokening' of Hollywood. Discover why audiences aren't showing up.
MPs warn the Ministry of Defence has not done enough to stop further data breaches after a leak jeopardised thousands of Afghans. Read the full report and government response.
A newly constructed 758-metre bridge in China's Sichuan province has partially collapsed. No casualties reported, but an investigation is underway. Read the latest details.
Hongqi Bridge in Sichuan province collapses just days after opening. No casualties reported as authorities had closed structure after cracks appeared. Read the full investigation.
Shocking footage shows moment newly constructed bridge collapses in China's Sichuan province just days after opening. Full investigation underway.
Shocking footage captures the moment the 758-metre Hongqi Bridge in China collapsed in a landslide. No casualties reported. Get the full story and analysis.
Darren Silcox, 56, fell to his death when a wooden bannister collapsed at Galeon Playa Apartments. The father-of-two from Cwmbran suffered traumatic brain injuries.