Review of Jacqueline Crooks' 'Sky City'
A review of Jacqueline Crooks' new book 'Sky City' highlights how pirate radio offers solace to a troubled young woman in north London, following her acclaimed debut 'Fire Rush'.
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A review of Jacqueline Crooks' new book 'Sky City' highlights how pirate radio offers solace to a troubled young woman in north London, following her acclaimed debut 'Fire Rush'.

Anthony Durkan, a 36-year-old father-of-two from North London, pleaded guilty to 19 charges of voyeurism after being caught filming women through their windows at night.
Tottenham Hotspur full-back Djed Spence's future in North London appears increasingly uncertain this summer. Manager Roberto De Zerbi continues to reshape the squad ahead of his first full season.

A violent teenager, Rasheed Rahman, stabbed an innocent grandfather, Mark Carroll, to death in an unprovoked attack in North London just days after being released on police bail, prompting demands for answers from the victim's family.

St John’s Church of England primary in Barnet, north London, has transformed its flood-prone play area into a climate-adapted playground with the help of Trees for Cities.

Arsenal has won the Premier League title for the first time in 22 years, securing the championship after rivals Manchester City drew 1-1 with Bournemouth, leading to widespread celebrations across North London, including unique fan festivities.

British police released bodycam footage showing the arrest of a man who attacked two people with a knife in North London.

Firefighters have been actively engaged in combating several significant blazes, including a large property fire near a synagogue in North London, ongoing wildfires in Powys, and an auto parts store fire in western Athens. These incidents required extensive emergency response efforts.

A court has heard that a man allegedly offered money to Ukrainians to carry out arson attacks on properties in north London linked to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer.

Zack Polanski's Green Party is hoping to establish a new political stronghold in Hackney, North London, as a 'cradle of Green ambition'.

British counter-terrorism police are investigating a series of arson attacks targeting Jewish sites in London. Authorities are examining potential links to Iran in connection with these incidents.

A court has heard that Nancy Pexton, 69, allegedly killed her older sister, Jennifer Abbott, in her Camden flat before stealing her diamond-encrusted Rolex watch.
A newly formed Shi’ite-linked group, Ashab al-Yamin, allegedly carried out an arson attack on four Hatzalah ambulances in north London, contributing to a new wave of antisemitic attacks in the UK.

An investigation has been launched into an arson attack on four ambulances belonging to a Jewish charity in north London, with efforts to verify a claim of responsibility. The London Ambulance Service has since delivered replacement vehicles.

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Four ambulances operated by a Jewish charity were set ablaze at a synagogue in north London's Golders Green neighborhood in an antisemitic attack, with gas cylinders reportedly exploding and causing the fire.

Police treating arson attack on vehicles belonging to charity organisation in north London as a hate crime
Arsenal goalkeeper David Raya has confirmed that Bayern Munich attempted to sign him between Arsenal's bids, though he ultimately chose to join the North London club.

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The record sum paid at auction for a rare example is part of a boom in trading cards – and the prices can be staggering For £12m, you could buy a seven-bedroom mansion in Hampstead, north London, or…

Just 64.3 per cent of five-year-olds in Enfield had received both doses of the MMRV vaccine in 2024-2025

A 'fast-spreading' measles outbreak has affected several schools in London, leading to hospitalisations and urgent calls for families to ensure their vaccinations are up to date.
A murder investigation has been launched in Islington, north London, after a 23-year-old woman was discovered dead in a property. Six individuals have been arrested on suspicion of murder in connection with the incident.

Tottenham Hotspur has reportedly agreed a club-record deal worth up to £100 million for Newcastle United's Italian midfielder Sandro Tonali. The transfer is expected to be one of the most significant of the current window.

An Israeli real estate event in north London reportedly advertised the sale of land in illegal Israeli settlements in the West Bank and East Jerusalem. This occurred despite previous denials from the event organizers.

Enfield council in north London has pulled out of the government’s new towns programme, delivering a significant blow to Labour’s flagship housebuilding scheme.

Unusual scenes unfolded in North London as ecstatic football fans celebrated, with one individual reportedly offering a €24,000 watch to a player, which was not accepted.

A man has been charged in London after allegedly assaulting three Jewish individuals in what authorities described as an antisemitic incident. The charges follow an investigation into the attack in north London.
A 70-year-old woman has been sentenced to life imprisonment for the murder of her sister and the theft of a Rolex watch in North London.

The Metropolitan Police have released body-worn camera footage showing the arrest of a man following the stabbing of two Jewish men in North London's Golders Green area.

Residents of Golders Green in north London are calling for stronger action after two men were attacked in a suspected antisemitic incident, leading to fears for the Jewish community's safety.

Two men have been found guilty of murder following a drive-by shooting that killed a woman outside a north London church. The conviction brings justice for the victim of the violent incident.

An Islamist group with alleged links to Iran has claimed responsibility for three arson attacks that occurred in north London.

A 21-year-old man died on Tuesday evening after being stabbed near the Primrose Hill viewing point in north London. Police have launched an investigation into the incident.

Two men arrested in connection with an arson attack that set alight four Jewish charity-owned ambulances in north London on Monday have been released on bail.
British Prime Minister Keir Starmer has denounced the arson of four Jewish community ambulances in north London as a 'deeply shocking antisemitic attack.' This follows earlier condemnations from the London Mayor and other officials.

Police are investigating an antisemitic hate crime after four Jewish community ambulances in Golders Green, London, were damaged in an arson attack that caused terror in the community, with new reports continuing to suggest Iran may be behind the incident.

Four ambulances belonging to a Jewish organization in North London were set on fire, with authorities investigating the incident as a potential antisemitic hate crime.

Four ambulances belonging to a Jewish rescue service in North London were set on fire in an incident being treated as an antisemitic hate crime.

An Iranian businessman, Ali Ansari, reportedly close to Mojtaba Khamenei, has been granted permission to construct 33 luxury apartments in North London. The decision has raised questions regarding due diligence.
In another world, Tottenham and Atletico would be comparable, but the north London club’s downward spiral has rendered this last-16 clash essentially meaningless

The iconic Abbey Road Studios in North London hosted its inaugural rave event, featuring Soulwax, marking a new chapter for the historic music venue.

Calls grow for reform of England’s vaccination system including delivery of jabs in pharmacies as take-up falls Children are at risk of measles because the NHS is “clearly failing” to ensure they get the MMR vaccine and its system needs an urgent overhaul, MPs and health experts have warned. Calls for major reform of how MMR jabs are delivered are growing as it emerged that vaccination rates in some parts of England are now on a par with those in Afghanistan and Malawi. Continue reading...

The Chelsea F.C. supporter joked he was playing "a large music venue in North London" The post Damon Albarn has a pop at having to play Tottenham Hotspur Stadium as Gorillaz perform on ‘The Graham Norton Show’ appeared first on NME.

North Londoners discuss how much money they would give as a wedding gift when couples request cash instead of traditional presents.
Arsenal's lead performance coach, Sam Wilson, is reportedly leaving the club to take on a more senior role elsewhere, marking another change behind the scenes in north London.

Police arrested 14 people as approximately 1,000 individuals demonstrated for and against an event promoting the sale of property in Israel, held at a north London synagogue.

A significant fire erupted at the Kosher Kingdom supermarket in the Golders Green area of London, requiring approximately 100 firefighters to tackle the blaze. The cause of the fire is currently unknown, and it has not been ruled suspicious.

Arsenal has won the Premier League title for the first time in 22 years, securing the championship after rivals Manchester City drew 1-1 with Bournemouth, leading to widespread celebrations erupting across North London.

Two individuals have been arrested following an arson attack that damaged a memorial wall in Golders Green, North London, on April 27. Counter-terror police are actively involved in the ongoing investigation into the incident.

A man has been convicted for attempting a knife attack at the Israeli embassy in London and for other knife attacks in the city. He was charged with attempted murders of multiple people.

Two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, North London, in an attack that police have declared a terrorist incident. The local Jewish community expressed defiance, while investigations are ongoing into potential links to an Iran-linked group.

Counter-terrorism police have launched an investigation into a suspected arson attack on a memorial wall located in Golders Green, North London. The incident has prompted a significant police probe into the circumstances surrounding the damage.
Xeinadin has announced the acquisition of three accountancy practices located in North London, expanding its presence in the region.

Two individuals have been arrested following an attempted arson attack on a synagogue in North London, which police are investigating as a potential antisemitic hate crime. Masked men reportedly hurled firebombs at the building, prompting a police probe amid rising antisemitism.
The Financial Times highlights a pea and mint pasta recipe from a popular North London Italian restaurant, described as a cheap, fresh, and delightful dish perfect for early spring.

Highgate Cemetery in North London is highlighted as a popular historical attraction, drawing thousands of tourists to explore its rich history and famous graves, including Karl Marx and George Michael.

Four ambulances belonging to a Jewish community service in north London were targeted in an arson attack, leaving community members 'reeling with confusion' and prompting a counter-terrorism investigation.

A man has been charged with theft after a valuable 1740 Florentine violin, worth £150,000, was reportedly taken from a north London pub. The instrument had been loaned to Mr. Ibanez for his performances with the Philharmonia Orchestra.

Four ambulances belonging to a Jewish community organization in North London were set on fire in what police are treating as a suspected antisemitic hate crime. An investigation has been launched into the incident.

Four ambulances belonging to a Jewish non-profit rescue service in North London were set on fire, with police launching an investigation and treating the incident as an antisemitic hate crime.

A report from North London details how local food establishments have become sites of symbolic protest and tension related to the Israel-Gaza conflict, with incidents like smashed windows and provocative stickers.

Nscale’s AI project still in use as depot ahead of pledged completion date – with planning permission filed after Guardian’s inquiries Revealed: UK’s multibillion AI drive is built on ‘phantom investments’ The press releases announcing a gleaming supercomputer on the outskirts of north London depict a glass and concrete building, rising from a tree-lined street. Accompanied by images of glowing blue robot faces, it looks like the centre of a technological revolution. By the end of this year...

A measles outbreak in north London could result in unvaccinated pupils being excluded from schools for up to three weeks if identified as close contacts of infected individuals.

A fast-spreading measles outbreak has hit several schools in London, leading to hospitalizations, while reports highlight the life-threatening rise of the infectious disease across the UK.