Hackney Marshes, a patchwork green space in east London, is highlighted for its nearly 90 football pitches, rare urban wildlife, canal boats, and raves, having been preserved and reshaped over centuries.
London's Hackney Council, now controlled by the Green Party, is moving to repeal its 'twin' status with the Israeli city of Haifa, citing opposition to Israel's war in Gaza.
Hackney-based visual arts charity Autograph has received the entire photographic estate of Jamaican-British photographer Armet Francis, adding over 70,000 images to their permanent collection.
A council has agreed to increase the maximum charges for Hackney carriage journeys, citing rising operational costs, despite concerns that demand for services may fall.
Zoë Garbett, Hackney's first Green mayor, has begun her tenure, emphasizing that climate action will be central to all her endeavors in running one of England's most diverse boroughs.
A man in the UK has been charged with making antisemitic threats, including threatening to kill Jews on a London bus and to cut their throats, as well as sending threatening messages to the Israeli embassy, Muslim organizations, and an MP's office. This incident highlights a new wave of terror faced by Britain's Jewish community.
The Labour Party experienced significant setbacks in recent local elections across the UK, losing control in areas like Wales for the first time in decades. Nigel Farage's Reform UK celebrated substantial gains, signaling a shift in the political landscape.
A podcast discusses the local elections in Hackney, London, and the Green party's surge in polls, with the party's mayoral candidate expressing optimism.
A review recommends a specific London restaurant, formerly a pub, as a must-visit dining destination for those planning a trip to the city, particularly around the Hackney area.
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 much-loved football cage at Keith Miller sports pitch in east London is slated for demolition by Hackney council by the end of the year to make way for urgently needed social homes, sparking concern among campaigners.
A large group of fans of author Eve Babitz convened at Moth Club in Hackney, attempting to recreate the atmosphere of a bygone era associated with her work.
Food critic Jay Rayner reviews Teal by Sally Abé, a new Hackney restaurant, praising its 'clever, laser-focused cooking' and calling it the chef's breakout.
A Somali referee, Omar Artan, was denied entry to the US for the World Cup due to suspected terror ties, sparking criticism from figures like Ian Wright. Artan has since returned home to a hero's welcome, expressing hope to officiate in the next tournament.
A teenager was stabbed to death in Hackney following a machete fight that broke out at a house party. Reports also indicated that gunshots were heard during the incident.
The Green Party has confirmed that its co-leader, Zack Polanski, did not cast a vote in the recent local elections, despite previously telling a Hackney mayoral candidate that she had his vote.
Tyrone Scott, a 'paper candidate' who did not expect to win, pulled off a shock victory in a Hackney election and now aims to help the Greens rebuild 'community cohesion' in the area.
Hackney's new and first Green mayor stated that her victory, which unseated Labour after 24 years, demonstrates that voters are seeking an alternative to traditional two-party politics.
Leaseholders in Hackney, London, are unable to sell their flats due to an £850,000 debt owed by the building's developer, with residents criticizing the council for not collecting the debt for eight years.
Pro-Palestinian activists, affiliated with the Apartheid-Free Zone (AFZ) movement, are reportedly intimidating Jewish residents in UK neighborhoods like Hackney and Bristol while advocating for a boycott of Israel.
Hackney Council in the UK has voted to terminate its decades-old twin city agreement with Haifa, Israel, which was established in 1968 based on working-class solidarity and multi-faith cooperation.
The Rolling Stones have released their new album 'Foreign Tongues', which is being reviewed as a fresh follow-up to 'Hackney Diamonds'. The band hopes to tour after its release, with lyrics on the album reportedly referencing figures like Elon Musk and autocrats.
Everton fans are cautiously optimistic about the club's recruitment plan after Hayden Hackney joined from Middlesbrough on July 2. This suggests a shift from previous years where transfer deals were often left until late in the window.
Mick Jagger, Keith Richards, and Ronnie Wood discuss 'Foreign Tongues,' the musical continuation of 'Hackney Diamonds,' highlighting the unpredictable nature of their creative process.
A teenager has been charged with murder following the death of 15-year-old Brayan David Saldarriaga, who was found with stab wounds in Hackney, London, on May 25.
A significant update has emerged regarding Manchester United's interest in Middlesbrough midfielder Hayden Hackney, potentially complicating their pursuit of the player.
Middlesbrough manager Kim Hellberg has indicated that star midfielder Hayden Hackney might be available to feature in the Championship play-off semi-final against Southampton.
MOTH Club has achieved a significant victory in its fight for survival after Hackney Council rejected one of two planning applications for flats near the venue, though the battle continues.