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Heathrow expansion blocked by UK climate targets
Advisers warn no credible pathway exists for third runway within legal net zero goals.
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Shoreditch Half Marathon to close roads Sunday 20 September
Chief coroner seeks public inquiry into Manchester synagogue attack
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Reform UK gets second £36m gift, total £72m tops all parties' 2023 funding
Sutton tree firm's green belt battle continues
Ealing Smokefree Service offers free eight‑week quit support to 45,600 smokers
Sunseeker Holiday Homes enters administration
The Hull-based manufacturer of lodges and holiday homes has appointed administrators, putting 76 jobs at risk.
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Councillor alleges Hillingdon Tories used AI to manipulate her image
Lloyds Bank branch in Harrow to close September 23
Harrow hospice worker, 71, to skydive for patient care
Harrow named finalist for Great Placemaking Partner award
West Ham secure 6-0 victory at London Stadium
Northolt Tube station gains step-free access
Harrow hosts free cycling celebration with bike checks and stunt shows
Doctors Warn of Unhealthiest Generation in Wales
Carlisle United sign Wealdstone striker Micah Obiero on two‑year deal
Shane Richie pleads not guilty to drink-driving charge
NATS Technical Issue Causes 1,300 Flight Cancellations
M4 closed between Harrow and Heathrow after police incident, diversions in place
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Princess Diana's 'revenge dress' to be auctioned
Princess Diana's famous 'revenge dress', worn to the Serpentine Gallery party in 1994, is set to be auctioned by Sotheby's on December 9. The black silk evening gown is expected to sell for up to £220,000.
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Snoring Partners Impact Health, Experts Warn
Around 40% of UK adults snore, and a significant majority of their partners report sleep disruption. Experts highlight the health consequences, including reduced cognitive function and increased irritability, and suggest lifestyle changes and seeking medical advice.
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Parents urged to discuss pension contributions during parental leave
More than a third of parents reduce or pause pension contributions when on parental leave, according to Octopus Money research. Many are unaware that partners can contribute on their behalf, potentially impacting long-term financial security.
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WorldLondoners overestimate crime rates, King's College study finds
A King's College London study suggests Londoners overestimate crime rates and feel less safe than official data indicates. While perceptions of rising crime align with some offence increases, overall crime has fallen slightly.
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WorldMet Police record 25% rise in antisemitic offences
Antisemitic offences recorded by the Metropolitan Police have risen by 25% in the year to July, with 1,379 incidents reported. The force will receive £86 million to recruit additional officers for Jewish communities.
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WorldPoll: A third of Britons believe London has 'no-go' areas
A YouGov poll reveals that 34% of UK adults believe 'no-go' areas exist in London where sharia law dominates. The study also found significant overestimation of crime rates and the city's Muslim population among respondents.
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WorldNoel Clarke charged with sex offences
Actor Noel Clarke has been charged with multiple sex offences including sexual assault, voyeurism and exposure. The charges relate to alleged incidents involving five women between 2007 and 2016. He is scheduled to appear in court next month.
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WorldGants Hill Tube station's Moscow Metro style revealed
Gants Hill station on the Central line in East London, designed by Charles Holden, is noted for its striking resemblance to Moscow Metro stations. Opened in 1947, its tunnels served as an air-raid shelter and munitions factory during World War II.
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WorldMiddlesbrough schools close early for teen funeral after A66 crash
Seven people were killed in a wrong‑way collision on the A66 near Middlesbrough on 22 August 2026. Middlesbrough Council announced early closures at Outwood Academy Acklam, Newham Bridge Primary, Acklam Whin Primary and Green Lane School so families can attend the funeral of teen Theo Rae on Monday afternoon.
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WorldPhotos of Welsh breast‑cancer survivors to light up Piccadilly next month
The Pink Ribbon Foundation’s BOLD Wales campaign will see photographs of ten Welsh women, including Rhiannon Thomas and Sam Gronow‑Walters, displayed on London’s Piccadilly Lights next month. The images, taken in Cardiff, aim to show strength after hair loss from breast cancer treatment.
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WorldHeatwave wipes out peony crop for Lincolnshire grower as UK records hottest summer
The 2026 summer has been the warmest on record, leaving flower growers like George Stevens of Stevens of Sibsey with a lost peony season and rising irrigation costs, while the Energy and Climate Intelligence Unit warns of up to £390 million in lost revenue for arable farmers.
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WorldBaby girl's death in woods treated as unexplained
Staffordshire Police are investigating the unexplained death of a three-month-old girl found in a woodland near Cheslyn Hay. Emergency services were called on Saturday morning, and a cordon remains in place as inquiries continue.
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WorldHarrow East records 8.14% depression rate, tenth lowest in England
The latest figures from the House of Commons Library place Harrow East at an 8.14 per cent depression rate among adult GP patients, the tenth lowest constituency in England. The map released by MyLondon highlights stark regional differences, with Brent West at 6.66 per cent and Birkenhead at about 25 per cent.
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WorldPerivale station: 1930s London Underground building preserved
Perivale Underground station on the Central Line, a Grade II listed building, showcases distinctive 1930s architecture. Designed by Brian Lewis, its original features remain visible, offering a glimpse into the era of the London Underground's New Works Programme.
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WorldBrent Council house bought for £530k remains empty
A terraced house in Sudbury, purchased by Brent Council for £530,000 in April 2023, remains unoccupied more than a year later. Refurbishment and compliance works cost £75,360.33 (excluding VAT). The council expects occupation from October 2026.
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WorldHackney Council to pay £4,500 for missed education
Hackney Council has agreed to pay £4,500 in compensation to the family of an autistic boy due to significant delays in providing alternative education. The Local Government and Social Care Ombudsman found the council failed to include a crucial educational package in the boy's plan.
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WorldCave art discovery pushes back Ireland's human history by 5,000 years
Ancient cave art discovered in eight sites across south-west Ireland has pushed back the earliest known evidence of human presence in the country by approximately 5,000 years. The findings suggest early humans may have travelled from Wales via a land bridge.
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WorldIsraeli Triathlon Association threatens legal action after athletes barred from Derry race
The Israeli Triathlon Association said it may pursue legal routes after World Triathlon withdrew its athletes from the Europe Triathlon Cup in Derry. The North West Triathlon Club cited safety and disruption risks, while the PSNI reported possible protest activity.
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WorldUKHSA confirms first Aedes aegypti breeding in east London, risk judged very low
UK Health Security Agency found Aedes aegypti larvae breeding in east London homes, marking the first confirmed UK breeding. Officials say public health risk is very low, have applied control measures and increased surveillance, while urging residents to remove standing water.
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WorldGlasgow Council faces £110m budget gap for 2026-27 and 2027-28
Glasgow City Council must address a £110 million budget shortfall over the next two financial years, with homelessness costs rising by £56 million this year. The Accounts Commission has called for urgent action to avoid further financial strain, including resolving an equal pay dispute by April 2027.
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