East London's The Karaoke Hole to close end of January
The beloved Dalston drag karaoke venue, The Karaoke Hole, announces its permanent closure on January 31. Find out the details and what's next for the team.
The beloved Dalston drag karaoke venue, The Karaoke Hole, announces its permanent closure on January 31. Find out the details and what's next for the team.
A historic bar at the Crans-Montana resort, a proposed 2038 Winter Olympic venue, has been destroyed by fire. The blaze raises safety concerns as Switzerland prepares its bid.
Morrisons announces closure of 100-year-old Rathbones Bakery in Wakefield, risking 115 jobs. The site had narrowly avoided closure in 2024. Read the full story.
The historic Pittsburgh Post-Gazette will publish its final edition on 3 May after two decades of heavy financial losses and a recent legal ruling. Read about the end of an era for local journalism.
The King's Foundation is building a new luxury wedding and events hall at its 300-year-old Dumfries House estate in Scotland. The King's Hall will host up to 200 guests and is set to open in 2027.
Couples can book a royal-style wedding at The King's Foundation's new luxury venue, The King's Hall, set to open at Dumfries House in 2027. Proceeds will fund heritage and community projects.
A man was shot dead by armed police in Thetford, Norfolk, following a two-vehicle collision and reports he was carrying a handgun. The incident is under independent investigation.
Ryan's N16, a cherished Irish pub on Stoke Newington Church Street, has served its final pints. The community hub, open since 1994, announced its sudden closure.
A major crash involving an HGV has closed the A20 westbound into London for the morning, causing significant delays for Kent commuters. Get the latest traffic updates here.
The M2 westbound is shut near Maidstone after a car overturned. Major delays expected through the afternoon as police investigate. Get the latest traffic updates.
Plan your festive travel in London with our complete guide to Tube, Overground, and train closures from Christmas Eve through to January 2nd 2026.
Plan your Christmas Eve travel in London. Full guide to Tube service reductions, early closures on the Piccadilly and District lines, and last train times.
Exclusive tour of the shuttered G-A-Y Bar on Old Compton Street reveals why no operator has taken over the iconic LGBT+ venue, despite its prime Soho location. Discover the challenges facing London's nightlife.
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.
A crash on the M25 near Heathrow Airport has closed the clockwise exit for terminals 4 & 5. National Highways warns of delays until 8:45am. Get live traffic updates.
A major road in Brent, North West London, is shut in both directions following a serious police incident. Get the latest updates and traffic information here.
A major fire involving a truck carrying 15 tonnes of lithium-ion batteries has forced the closure of the Hume Highway in NSW. Authorities warn of toxic vapour clouds and multi-day disruptions. Read the latest on this critical incident.
Sixes Social Cricket, a bar chain backed by England cricketers including Ben Stokes, has called in administrators. One venue closes immediately, but rescue talks are underway.
The Cobham Road bridge over the M25 in Surrey will be closed for 57 hours from Friday night for essential repairs. Plan your journey with our full diversion guide.
The A3 is shut in both directions after a traffic collision, with the Hindhead Tunnel fully closed. Surrey Police are at the scene. Expect major delays.
Hackney Council tries to calm fears for iconic MOTH Club as 30,000 oppose flats plan. Mayor gives assurances, but Music Venue Trust warns safeguards are not guaranteed. Read the latest.
Richard House Children's Hospice in Beckton enters administration, leaving 600 vulnerable children without full support. Replacement hospice won't be fully operational until March.
Calverton Primary School in Newham will close next year after a council vote. The decision follows a £1.1m budget deficit driven by declining pupil rolls, sparking parent protests.
The M27 motorway will shut for over 10 days this Christmas as a massive 8,500-tonne underpass is slid into place near Fareham. Plan your journeys now.
Beloved Finsbury Park bowling alley, Rowans Tenpin Bowl, could be demolished for flats under Haringey Council's new local plan. Public consultation ends December 19.
Greenwich's Borough Hall has avoided a licence suspension after noise complaints. Its Saturday hours have been cut by one hour and new noise controls imposed following a council review.
The closure of Winstone Pulp's mills in Ruapehu, New Zealand, has led to over 230 job losses, forcing families to move and raising fears of a 'hollowing out' of rural regions. Read the full story.
Plan your festive travel in London with our complete guide to tube and train closures from December 24 to January 2, 2025-2026. Essential reading for navigating the capital.
Emergency services declared a significant incident at Heathrow Airport's Terminal 3 car park on Sunday morning, causing travel disruption. Full details and updates on the ongoing response.
A dramatic Porsche fire brought the M25 clockwise to a standstill for over 2.5 hours, causing severe delays. See the photos and diversion details.