Politics
Veterans to Receive 25% Council Tax Discount in West London Borough
Hammersmith and Fulham Council will give veterans a 25% council tax discount from April 2026. Find out who is eligible and how the scheme compares to neighbouring boroughs.
Culture
Martin Freeman swaps Sherlock's Watson for Agatha Christie's detective in Netflix's Seven Dials
Martin Freeman discusses his new lead detective role in Netflix's Agatha Christie adaptation, Seven Dials, a shift from playing sidekick Watson in Sherlock. Stream now.
Sports
Facundo Buonanotte seals Leeds loan after just eight Chelsea games
Chelsea flop Facundo Buonanotte agrees loan move to Leeds United after just eight appearances for the Blues. The Argentine's short stint at Stamford Bridge ends.
Business
Turkish Airlines Flight TK1853 Escorted by Warplanes to Barcelona After Emergency
A Turkish Airlines flight from Istanbul declared an emergency, prompting Spanish and French fighter jets to escort the Airbus A321 to Barcelona. Read the full story of the tense landing.
Environment
Transport
Police hunt man after upskirting on London Underground
British Transport Police release CCTV image after a woman was upskirted on a Victoria line train in December. Detectives urge the public to help identify the man.
London Underground Piccadilly Line closed this weekend
The entire Piccadilly Line will be closed on Saturday 17th and Sunday 18th January 2026 for track work. Trams and Brighton Main Line services also face major disruptions. Plan your journey now.
A3 closed after lorry crash kills three horses
The A3 in Surrey is closed northbound after a serious collision involving a lorry and horses, causing major delays. Recovery work is ongoing. Get the latest traffic updates.
Heathrow third runway hinges on 2026 milestones
Heathrow Airport warns that ministers and the CAA must meet key 2026 deadlines for its third runway plan to secure permission by 2029. Read the latest expansion update.
New N118 Night Bus Route Launches This Weekend
A vital new night bus, the N118, launches this Saturday, linking Ruislip and West London to Trafalgar Square. Boosting the night-time economy with improved access to bars and clubs. Read the full details.