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Sir Sadiq Khan Slammed For Spending £2M On 'Woke Plaques' Amid Possible Police Budget Cuts

London officials dog on Mayor Khan for £2 million spent on diversity art amid police budget cuts and rising crime rates.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Feb 02, 2025

The National Gallery in central London has been hit by a spate of activist attacks in recent years

1 in 12 Londoners Are Illegal Immigrants, Study Estimates Up to 585,533 in the Capital

Research commissioned by Thames Water has suggested that there are a million illegal immigrants living in the United Kingdom, with around half of them in London alone.

William Dove Jan 25, 2025

Tokyo Embraces a 4-Day Work Week—Could the UK Be Next, or Is It Bad for Business?

A four-day workweek in Tokyo aims to support young families and improve work-life balance. Several UK businesses have already adopted said strategy.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Dec 11, 2024

Brits Have to Sign a Waiver Before Ordering This One Dish at an American Food Chain

The UK launch of Dave's Hot Chicken includes the infamous 'Reaper' burger, known for its extreme heat and the waiver customers are required to sign before eating it.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Dec 09, 2024

New British Transport Police Policy Allowing Transgender Officers To Strip Search Women Draws Outrage

The BTP's new strip search policy for transgender officers has sparked backlash, with critics citing potential violations of women's rights and concerns over degrading treatment.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Nov 25, 2024

Westminster Bridge Attack: Man Suffers Cardiac Arrest After Fight, Three Arrested

A man remains in critical condition after suffering a cardiac arrest during a fight on Westminster Bridge, leading to three arrests on suspicion of attempted murder.

Sarah Tan Nov 24, 2024

'I'm Allergic To Exercising, It Can Kill Me': US Woman's Rare Condition That Only 0.05 People Experience

Maggie Habashy's allergy to physical activity forces her to avoid workouts, as even light exercise can trigger severe allergic reactions.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Nov 15, 2024

London Tube Drivers Offered Four-day Workweek, Pay Rise To Halt Strikes And Ease Travel Disruptions

London Underground drivers received a deal amid ongoing strikes. The proposal includes a 4.5% raise and improved working conditions.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Nov 12, 2024

East London Introduces £1,000 Penalty For Cat-calls, Joining France And Spain In Anti-harassment Push

Barking and Dagenham council has introduced fines for catcalling and wolf-whistling following community feedback and alarming statistics on harassment.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Nov 11, 2024

1000 UK Workers Begin Labour's 4-Day Work Week Trial—These 3 London Companies Show It Can Succeed

A UK pilot program is testing a four-day workweek for 1,000 workers, aiming to improve work-life balance and productivity. Previous trials showed reduced burnout and increased employee retention.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Nov 05, 2024

British Airways Suspends New York-London Gatwick Flights Until March 2025 Amid Engine Supply Delays

British Airways has cancelled all flights between New York and London Gatwick from December 12 until March 2025 due to significant delays in receiving Rolls-Royce engines, affecting hundreds of travellers and prompting alternative travel arrangements.

Andrea Tode Jimenez Oct 29, 2024

Westminster Sees Shocking 40% of UK Pickpocketing Crimes—Staggering 28,155 Thefts Reported

Westminster, London's busiest borough, has become the UK's pickpocketing hotspot, with a shocking 40% of the country's reported thefts occurring there.

Callum Conway-Shaw Sep 18, 2024

'I'm Too Poor To Hang Out With My Friends': International Student's Struggle To Survive In London

An international student in London reveals the harsh reality of financial struggles and social isolation, admitting she's "too poor to hang out with friends" due to the city's high cost of living.

Danielle Summer Aug 31, 2024

Building Empires After Job Loss: How These Young Women Made Millions Post-Pandemic

Young women who lost their jobs during the COVID-19 pandemic turned adversity into opportunity by building successful million-dollar businesses.

Danielle Summer Aug 30, 2024

Thief Steals Phone From Victims on e-Bike in London

Cybersecurity Expert Reveals Why More And More Stolen Phones In London Are Ending Up In China

A Londoner's phone was snatched by an e-bike thief and resurfaced in a Chinese port weeks later. The victim questions the ease of international phone theft.

Vinay Patel Aug 19, 2024

Living Large With 22 Roommates: Millennials Are Hacking NYC's Rental Market For Up To $2,200 Monthly

You can get bright rooftop views, comfortable garden settings, cutting-edge kitchens, fitness centres, regular networking events, and free weekly cleaning for an average monthly fee of just $1,600.

Danielle Summer Aug 18, 2024

King Charles III was diagnosed with cancer in February

King Charles Did Not Buy $6.6M NYC Home To Be Closer To Prince Harry: Here's The Real Reason Why

A luxurious apartment on Billionaires' Row in New York City has been bought by an organisation that seems to be connected to King Charles III.

Danielle Summer Jul 15, 2024

London Mayor Cracks Down On Speeding Motorists; Vows To Issue One Million Traffic Tickets By Year End

Mayor Sadiq Khan aims to issue 1 million speeding fines and set 136 miles of 20mph zones in London by year-end, intensifying traffic law enforcement.

Vinay Patel Jun 12, 2024

2.5M Brits Admit To Stealing Food, Money and More From The Office - Lawyers Take Lead

Some Britons don't feel remorse for 'stealing' from their workplaces, taking food, electronics, and, in some cases, money.

Danielle Summer May 08, 2024

American Women Reveal What Shocks Them About UK People, Homes and Clothes

Three American women have been documenting their adaptation to the UK on TikTok by pointing out the main differences between the two countries.

Ziyad Jamal Apr 18, 2024

Greycoat Real Estate On Navigating London's Evolving Workspaces

Greycoat, a leading real estate development and management company offers large-scale institutional clients with cost-saving enhancements and opportunities.

Mar 28, 2024

10 Places To Buy A Cheap House In The UK: London, Bristol Not On The List

London has been ranked as the most expensive city in the UK for first-time home buyers, with it costing an average amount of over half a million pounds.

Ziyad Jamal Mar 14, 2024

Eurostar Could Limit Passengers Per Day, Especially On London To Paris Train Route

European Union's new ESS checks are expected to come into place in October this year.

Sakshi Gupta Feb 06, 2024

UK Orders Crack Down On 'Dirty Money' And 'Counterfeit Goods' Coming From London's American-Style Candy Shops

Police have seized more than 2,000 unlawful items from an American sweet shop in London, including fake designer products and vapes containing illegal amounts of nicotine.

Danielle Summer Feb 03, 2024

Labour And Tories Butt Heads Over Shocking London Knife Crime Figures

The Labour Party has criticised the Conservatives for delaying a crackdown on knife crime after statistics revealed that the knife crime rate in London has increased by 20 per cent.

Danielle Summer Jan 30, 2024