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The United Kingdom's largest Harry Potter store is set to open in central London, with its opening date confirmed ahead of the highly anticipated HBO series launch. The new store will offer an immersive experience for fans.
An incident involving multiple stabbings occurred in central London, leading to the arrest of a woman in connection with the attacks.
A fire at flats in Shoreditch caused smoke to be seen across central London, with a cordon remaining in place on Hackney Road as the cause is under investigation.
A UK court has rejected an appeal against the planning permission for a controversial Chinese 'mega-embassy' in central London, though local residents opposing the project have vowed to continue their fight.
Police have launched a CCTV appeal to identify a man who approached and sexually assaulted two women at the busy London Bridge station in central London.
Season 19 of 'Jet Lag: The Game' will debut on August 1 at a ticketed in-person premiere event at Picturehouse Central London. The event will also be simulcast to select Picturehouse Cinemas across the U.K.
The Metropolitan Police is set to expand its use of live facial recognition technology into central London, including the West End, by Christmas, with plans for further expansion into six more areas next year, following a successful pilot program in Croydon.
Diezani Alison-Madueke, Nigeria's former petroleum minister, has been acquitted of bribery charges by a UK court, but still faces an open corruption case in Nigeria regarding allegations of lavish spending and illicit enrichment during her tenure.
The Barbary restaurant in central London provides recipes for simple summer dips, emphasizing a good mix of North African spice, seasoning, color, and texture to excite the palate.
An article argues for the critical need for social housing in central London, highlighting Britain's council housing as a significant public achievement.
Tens of thousands of people participated in two distinct protests in central London, one against immigration and perceived Islamic threat, and another in support of Palestinians.
The Metropolitan Police are preparing for two simultaneous protests in central London – a "Unite the Kingdom" rally and the annual Nakba march – deploying armoured vehicles and 4,000 officers.
The Metropolitan Police are preparing for two simultaneous protests in central London – a 'Unite the Kingdom' rally and the annual Nakba march – deploying armoured vehicles and 4,000 officers.
The Home Secretary has blocked seven people from entering the UK to attend a far-right rally organized by Tommy Robinson in central London.
Street artist Banksy confirmed he was behind a new statue installed in central London, which depicts a man blinded by a flag. The artwork's appearance and subsequent confirmation generated significant public interest.
A new sculpture by the elusive artist Banksy has appeared in central London, depicting a politician seemingly blinded by his own flag. Banksy has confirmed his authorship of the artwork, which quickly drew public attention.
A social media influencer has died six days after being struck by a car outside a nightclub in central London, with the vehicle reportedly driven by a former X Factor finalist.
An individual has been arrested on suspicion of attempted murder after a car struck pedestrians in central London. The incident, which occurred in the early hours, left one woman in critical condition.
An attempted murder arrest was made after a car struck pedestrians in central London in the early hours, leaving one woman in critical condition.
Hundreds of thousands of people marched through central London in a major demonstration against the far right, weeks before key elections and amid growing support for hard-right movements in the UK, with organizers claiming half a million participants.
Zahira Byjaouane, 43, has been charged with the murder of her 18-day-old daughter, who died after falling from a building in London. The suspect mother remains in custody awaiting trial.
Last year, I was on stage in central London doing a comedy gig when a punter yelled “potatoes” at me.
A man has been charged with criminal damage after defacing the statue of Winston Churchill in central London with pro-Palestinian slogans.
The famous statue of Winston Churchill in central London was defaced with red paint and slogans like 'Free Palestine' and 'Stop Genocide' early Friday morning.
Covent Garden, a popular tourist district in central London, is reportedly struggling with increasing issues of homelessness, drug use, and crime, with locals describing it as a 'zombie zone'.
A 47-year-old woman was arrested in central London after allegedly stabbing four men near Covent Garden. Police indicated that the incident appeared to be related to mental health issues.
An English court has dismissed a challenge against the planning permission for a large Chinese embassy in central London, though local residents opposing the project vow to continue their fight.
More than 35,000 people from approximately 600 groups marched through central London for the annual LGBT+ Pride parade, making their way from Hyde Park Corner to Whitehall. London Mayor Sadiq Khan also joined the celebration.
The annual ChessFest event is back in central London on July 12, offering the public, including social players and children, a chance to challenge grandmasters.
Outernet Live has launched a new venue in central London, with Ticketmaster taking over all ticketing operations as part of this new chapter.
Thousands of people marched in central London to mark the approaching tenth anniversary of the Brexit referendum, with many expressing a desire for the UK to rejoin the European Union.
Noise rock band YHWH Nailgun has signed with 4AD, surprise-released an 11-minute album titled 'Magazine', and announced a secret pop-up show in Central London for Sunday, June 14.
Actor Ian McKellen participated in a march in central London advocating for LGBTQ+ equality in Commonwealth countries, where same-sex relationships remain illegal in 29 nations.
Stuart Adams, 49, and Dara Harbison, 26, have been charged after dozens of arrests were made during rival protests held in central London over the weekend.
Tens of thousands of far-right supporters, led by Tommy Robinson, marched through central London, with some articles also noting an opposing pro-Palestinian demonstration. Activists trolled the rally with a pro-immigration clip.
It comes as a Unite the Kingdom rally is taking place in central London on the same day as the annual Nakba march.
Film star Benedict Cumberbatch was involved in an altercation with an unknown cyclist in central London after allegedly running a red light on his cargo bike, with onlookers filming the dispute.
A new sculpture by the elusive artist Banksy has appeared in central London. The discovery has sparked renewed interest in how the artist manages to remain anonymous.
The renowned street artist Banksy has unveiled a new, unusual faceless sculpture in an elite area of London. The artwork has quickly garnered public attention and sparked discussions about its meaning and placement.
A new statue by the elusive artist Banksy, depicting a man blinded by a flag, has appeared in central London. Banksy has claimed responsibility for the artwork, which was installed overnight.
A woman died after being struck by a car outside a club in central London, while a young woman also lost her life in Plovdiv, Bulgaria, following a collision between a scooter and a minibus. These separate incidents resulted in fatalities in both cities.
A woman has been arrested after a car was deliberately driven into pedestrians in central London, leaving at least one person in critical condition. The incident caused chaos in the city center.
A man has been sentenced to over two years in prison for stealing a Fabergé egg and a watch, valued at approximately 2.3 million euros, from central London.
Metropolitan police have initiated a murder investigation following the fatal stabbing of a 26-year-old man in central London on Friday night, near Abbey Orchard Street.
A 43-year-old woman has been arrested on suspicion of murder after an 18-day-old baby girl fell from a central London property and was pronounced dead.
A general view of empty desks in an office in central London Kirsty O'Connor/PA Images via Getty Images January corporate job cuts were the biggest for the start of any year since 2009. Wall Street often rewards companies that trim staff — and cut costs. Some leaders see layoffs as a way to be perceived as hyper-efficient and AI-savvy. When the economy is uncertain, CEOs often reach for a familiar lever: job cuts. And things are feeling far from certain these days. January layoffs were the ...
A 38-year-old man has been arrested in central London on suspicion of criminal damage after allegedly spray-painting pro-Palestinian slogans on a statue of Winston Churchill.
Property prices in Marylebone (W1U) saw a notable increase of over 9% in 2025, contrasting with a decline in broader prime central London.
Westminster Council's plans to limit 'vertical drinking' (drinking while standing up) in central London have sparked a debate, drawing attention from figures including the prime minister and Suggs from Madness.
A woman has been arrested in central London following a stabbing incident that left four people injured. Emergency services responded to the scene where the victims were found with stab wounds.
A new air taxi service is being proposed in the United Kingdom with the ambitious goal of reducing travel time from Heathrow Airport to central London to just eight minutes. The initiative aims to revolutionize urban transportation.
Westminster City Council in central London is facing "stark and very tough choices" and is considering doubling council tax amidst changes from a 'fair funding' review.
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Jane Ouartsi suffered two spinal fractures after being hit by a child on a Lime e-bike in central London in August 2023, but Lime has reportedly refused to compensate her.
An 18-year-old Afghan national has been accused of the brutal murder of a migrant in central London. The victim, a 26-year-old, died after being repeatedly stabbed in the street.
A High Court injunction has been issued to prohibit drivers from racing, performing stunts, or organizing illegal car meet-ups in designated hotspots across central London.
Laurence Olivier has been honored with an English Heritage blue plaque unveiled by Ian McKellen at the actor's former childhood home in Pimlico, central London.
A Royal Air Force jet carrying UK Defense Minister Grant Shapps experienced GPS jamming near Russian airspace while returning from Estonia. The incident, which caused a temporary loss of satellite signals, is believed to have been carried out by Russia.
Tens of thousands of people marched through central London in two separate protests, one in support of Palestinians and another against high levels of immigration and an alleged 'Islamic threat to British identity'.
Thousands of protesters marched through central London to commemorate the 78th anniversary of the Nakba, an event marking the displacement of Palestinians in 1948.
London's Metropolitan Police is preparing armoured vehicles and deploying 4,000 officers for two planned protests: a Unite the Kingdom rally and the annual Nakba march, both scheduled for the same day in central London.
Actor Benedict Cumberbatch was involved in an argument with a cyclist in central London, an incident that drew the attention of passersby. The altercation was described as 'crazy' by witnesses.
The elusive artist Banksy has confirmed that a new, mysterious statue depicting a man blinded by a flag, which recently appeared in central London, is his work. This confirmation ended speculation about the artwork's creator.
A new sculpture by Banksy has appeared in central London, depicting a suited man walking off a plinth with a flag covering his face, raising questions about its installation.
Klaudia Zakrzewska, a 32-year-old influencer known as Klaudia Glam, died in a car accident in central London on April 19, with a former X-Factor contestant facing accusations related to the incident.
A woman has been charged with attempted murder after a car struck several pedestrians in the Soho district of central London.
A teenage pedestrian tragically died after being struck by a car in Little Island, Cork. The incident led to a police investigation into the fatal road crash.
An opportunistic thief has been sentenced to jail for more than two years after stealing a handbag from a central London pub that contained an emerald-encrusted Fabergé egg and watch set valued at up to £2.2 million.
The Metropolitan Police have published the 999 call transcript from Sir Keir Starmer’s former chief of staff, Morgan McSweeney, reporting that his phone was snatched in central London last October.
The march was due to take place in central London on Sunday
They will not only sell souvenirs, but also build replicas of the franchise's most famous locations.
A man has been arrested after defacing a Winston Churchill statue in central London, spraying it with graffiti that labeled the former British prime minister a 'zionist war criminal'.