Lucile Hadžihalilović's 'The Ice Tower', starring Marion Cotillard, is named the 4th best film of 2025 in the UK. This cautionary fable explores fantasy, idolisation, and the perils of art. Read our full review.
From Renaissance art believed to cure plague to a modern £380m bird food industry, the goldfinch's red face has captivated us for centuries. Discover the folklore and magic in your Derbyshire garden.
External auditors EY have identified ten significant weaknesses at Tower Hamlets Council, warning of a cycle of government intervention without urgent action. The council's leadership says it agrees with the findings.
Four protesters arrested after throwing apple crumble and custard at the Imperial State Crown display case in the Tower of London. The Jewel House is closed as police investigate.
The Tower of London was forced to close after activists threw custard and apple crumble at the Crown Jewels display. Four people were arrested in the protest against inequality. Read the full story.
The Tower of London was forced to close after activists threw custard and apple crumble at the Crown Jewels display case. Four people were arrested in the protest against inequality. Read the full story.
Four protesters arrested after custard and apple crumble thrown at the Imperial State Crown display. Group demands citizen's assembly to 'tax extreme wealth'. Full story.
The Tower of London is closed after protesters threw food at the Imperial State Crown display. Four people have been arrested on suspicion of criminal damage. Get the latest updates.
The Tower of London is closed after protesters threw food at a Crown Jewels display case. Four people are in custody. Follow for live updates.
A US-brokered peace deal for DR Congo collapses within 24 hours as heavy fighting erupts, forcing thousands to flee. Read the latest on the escalating humanitarian crisis.
Hounslow Council greenlights plans to transform a vacant West London office block into 394 co-living rooms and 23 social rent flats. The decision includes measures to address pressure on Gunnersbury Station.
Payments giant Visa is relocating its European headquarters to Canary Wharf, joining a wave of financial firms investing in the resurgent London district. Read the full story.
A catastrophic sardine collapse, driven by climate crisis and overfishing, has caused mass starvation of critically endangered African penguins. Urgent conservation action is needed.
New research suggests a massive volcanic eruption caused climate chaos and famine, paving the way for the Black Death to devastate medieval Europe. Discover the chain of events.
Creative Assembly announces Total War: Medieval 3 and teases a second major project, fuelling speculation about a rumoured Star Wars strategy game. Get the full details on the 25th anniversary reveals.
New research links a massive 14th-century volcanic eruption to the famine and trade shifts that unleashed the Black Death plague across Europe. Discover the climate clues that solved a 700-year-old mystery.
East London's 150-year-old Genesis Cinema could be lost forever after Tower Hamlets Council rejected a plan to build student flats above it, the only solution the owner says can save it. Read the full story.
Hundreds of Sydney drivers were trapped for up to four hours in a major tunnel amid fears of a 'shockcrete' roof collapse. Read the full report on the emergency closure and traffic chaos.
Ian Wright opens up about the frightening moment presenter Laura Woods collapsed live on ITV. Get the latest update on her health and the full story behind the incident.
A unique converted Victorian water tower in Woolwich, London, hits the market for £1.5m. The nine-storey home boasts five bedrooms, two kitchens, and panoramic views reaching Wembley. Explore this historic property.
Powervault, the London-based home battery firm backed by the Mayor's fund, has collapsed. The firm, which raised over £10m, is the latest UK energy tech casualty. Read the full story.
Thames Water reports a near-£400m half-year profit, but its financial future remains precarious with a looming funding deadline. Read the full analysis.
A damning parliamentary report reveals 'systemic failures' led to the collapse of a major China espionage trial, warning the issues could be repeated. Read the full findings.
ITV presenter Laura Woods fell ill and collapsed live on air during coverage of England women's friendly against Ghana. She is now 'in good hands' and recovering.
ITV presenter Laura Woods fell ill and collapsed live on air during the build-up to England Women's friendly against Ghana at St Mary's. Pundits Ian Wright and Anita Asante rushed to her aid. Read the latest updates on her condition.
The UK government has postponed its ruling on China's controversial 'super-embassy' near Tower Bridge to 20 January, aligning with Keir Starmer's planned trip to Beijing. Read the latest on the diplomatic and security implications.
The UK government has postponed its decision on China's controversial London 'super embassy' until 20 January. Read the latest on the security concerns and political delays.
The UK government has postponed its decision on the controversial Chinese 'super embassy' in London until 20 January 2026. Read the latest on the security concerns and political delays.
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Tower Hamlets councillors have unanimously rejected plans to demolish the family-run Genesis Cinema in Stepney, putting its future at risk. Owner warns of a 'dire' financial situation.