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Norway offers lessons for London on self driving taxis
Former TfL director Thomas Ableman said Oslo's approach to robotaxis could inspire the capital's model reports Kumail Jaffer, Local Democracy Reporter
Are data centres undermining London’s climate goals?
With concerns growing over the environmental impact, Sir Sadiq Khan has vowed to make London a global hub for 'green' data centres reports Kumail Jaffer, Local Democracy Reporter
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Kurt Barling goes to the theatre and ends up on stage
Boom in women’s sporting events across London hailed
Flagship women’s sporting events in the capital last year attracted 1.4 million in-person fans and contributed £54.7m to the city’s economy
Wizz Air will be first European low-cost airline to offer internet onboard
Texts and calls could soon be possible in the sky as Wizz Air becomes the first budget airline to launch in-flight internet.
John Healey resigns as Defence Secretary with 'great regret and reluctance'
Defence Secretary John Healey has resigned, he revealed on social media, through a letter to Prime Minister Keir Starmer.
How a skateboarding challenge transformed my mental health
Haringey resident Glenn Chapman is about to complete his mission to perform three skateboarding tricks in every London postcode area
Redevelopment of ex-racing car factory in Hornsey moves up a gear
The Lotus site scheme includes four new blocks up to 16 storeys tall with a design that utilises “racing green” to celebrate the history of the cars once built there
Morrisons launches AI-powered trolleys trial but shoppers have spotted a major flaw
The trolleys are already in use at major retailers in the US, including Kroger, Aldi, and Coles, but this is the first time the technology has been trialled in the UK.
Co-op makes major change for World Cup with beer and pizza deliveries up to 3.30am
Football fans can now get Co-op deliveries long after full-time, with selected stores staying open until 1am and 3.30am during tournament fixtures.
BBC announces future of iconic show up in the air as Christmas special axed
The 2026 Christmas special of Doctor Who will no longer go ahead despite being announced last year.
Enfield school appoints new principal from 'exceptionally strong' recruitment field
Simon Carrasco-Morley will take up the role of principal at Lift Aylward in Enfield in September.
Gordon Ramsay to bury hatchet with Marcus Wareing on brand new BBC cookery show
Marcus Wareing and Gordon Ramsay are teaming up for a brand new cookery show.
Grant will help London's homeless rebuild their lives in hospitality
A grant of £8,000 awarded by London Freemasons, has been given to Only A Pavement Away, a charity that works with people experiencing homelessness.
Named - the three best pubs in north London to watch the World Cup
The Alwyne Castle in Highbury, The Preston in Wembley and The Salisbury Arms in Winchmore Hill come out in a top 10 list from Eat Drink Meet of pubs to watch the 2026 World Cup.
Man in his 80s fighting for his life after being hit by lorry in Enfield
A man has been taken to hospital in a critical condition after being hit by a lorry in Enfield.
How a £10,000 donation is helping keep a crucial London charity operational
A £10,000 donation has been awarded to London Search and Rescue (LonSAR) by London Freemasons, to go towards covering operational expenses.
Tottenham community centre loses premises licence after shooting incident
The charity running the Selby Centre says it "remains committed to providing a safe, positive environment for residents"
London first-time buyers urged to ditch 20% deposit myth
First-time buyers in London could be delaying their purchase unnecessarily due to the belief that a 20% deposit is required, potentially saving tens of thousands of pounds more than they need.