More than 80 injured after ceiling collapses during a performance at the Apollo theatre
Seven people are seriously injured along with more than 80 walking wounded after part of a balcony collapsed during a performance in a West End theatre.
Adebolajo and Adebowale found GUILTY of murdering soldier Lee Rigby in Woolwich
The two Islamic extremists who mowed down then hacked to death Fusilier Lee Rigby in Woolwich face the threat today of spending the rest of their lives behind bars.
Girl, 11, killed and mother critically injured as car careers into queue at bus stop
An 11-year-old schoolgirl was killed and her mother critically injured when a car careered into a queue at a bus stop in north London. Lily-Rose Murphy was pronounced dead at the scene after being struck as the Ford Fiesta mounted the kerb, scattering a crowd and colliding with a waiting bus.
Singer Tulisa appears in court to deny cocaine charge
VIDEO: Singer Tulisa Contostavlos has denied being concerned with the supply of Class A drugs.
Phone hacking trial: Rebekah Brooks denies making corrupt payments as an editor
Rebekah Brooks denies ever having made a corrupt payment to officials in a range of authorities, the Old Bailey heard today.
Prince George set for first foreign visit on William and Kate's tour Down Under
Prince George could be heading to the other side of the world on his first trip abroad next year as his parents consider bringing him along on a visit to Australia and New Zealand.
'Don't you know who I am?' Heather Mills 'has wild tantrum and lunges at Paralympic official' in row over ski boot
Heather Mills went into a “wild tantrum� and lunged at a leading paralympics official after losing her place in the Team GB ski team, it was claimed today.
Steps' Ian 'H' Watkins wins apology from US website over photo mix-up
Former Steps singer Ian Watkins has won a public apology after a US website published his picture when reporting abuse carried out by the disgraced LostProphets frontman of the same name.
Hero bus driver rushes pregnant woman to hospital after she waited over an hour for an ambulance which failed to arrive
A bus driver rushed a woman in labour to hospital late at night after she waited for an ambulance for an hour and 15 minutes.
Family's grief for boy killed in Austria avalanche as ski guide faces negligence probe
The family of a British schoolboy killed in an avalanche while skiing in Austria told of their anguish today.
Heathrow warns of bad weather cancellations as busiest day of the year approaches
London was gearing up for the Christmas getaway today as Heathrow airport issued its starkest warning yet about potential disruption this winter.
'Domino's Pizza exploits Lithuanians living 12 to a flat', says Nigel Farage in scathing attack on chain
Nigel Farage today launched a scathing attack on Domino’s Pizza claiming the chain benefits from having “Lithuanians living 12 to a flat�.
Arcade Fire announce they will headline Glastonbury Festival next year
Arcade Fire have revealed they will be headlining next summer's Glastonbury Festival.
Gary and Phil Neville's dad cleared of sexual assault of a woman in a car
Gary and Phil Neville's dad has been cleared of sexually assaulting a woman who accused him of "pounding" on her.
First look at new ELECTRIC 'black' taxis - due for London trials next year
VIDEO: London mayor Boris Johnson has been given an exclusive preview - and impromptu ‘roadtest’ - of a ‘clean’ new electric-powered black cab planned to revolutionise travel in the capital next year.
Property tycoon facing life in jail for murdering his pregnant lapdancer wife
A millionaire who murdered his pregnant lapdancer wife and disposed of her body without leaving a trace is facing life behind bars today.
Terrifying moment crane operator trapped by fire is winched to safety
A man trapped on a crane during a fire has been saved in a dramatic rescue by a Canadian military helicopter. The crane operator was stranded when a fire broke out yesterday in an apartment building under construction in Kingston, Ontario.
Benefits system deters the young from trying to find job, says M&S boss
Britain's welfare system is acting like “treacle� by hampering young people’s attempts to get a job and reject a life on benefits, a Marks & Spencer chief warned today.
Westfield tills ring out until midnight for last-minute Christmas shoppers
The huge Westfield London mall in Shepherd’s Bush will stay open until midnight on Monday to cope with what is predicted to be the biggest-ever last-minute Christmas shopping rush.
London weather: Capital set to avoid the worst as 90mph winds are predicted up north
London looks set to escape the onslaught of severe weather forecast for the rest of the UK.
London lecturer sacked over recording of him comparing gay teachers to the Ku Klux Klan
A lecturer at one of London’s biggest colleges who was secretly filmed comparing gay teachers to the Ku Klux Klan has been sacked.
The gateleaper: how to blag your way into London's private members' clubs
Private members' clubs are where deals are struck and careers launched, and with the jobs market being what it is, access to them has never been more vital. Don't have the requisite £2,000-plus fee and references? Never fear, here is the fail-safe guide to getting into the Groucho, the Athenaeum, the Arts Club and more - without parting with a penny.
'My body's failing on me', groans poor Clancy ahead of Strictly final
After a string of faultless performances, Abbey Clancy is hotly tipped to win Strictly on Saturday - but as the big day looms she says it's all putting a lot of pressure on her body.
And he's not even undie the weather: the dog who scoffs women's knickers
Nine-month-old Barney had eaten almost half a week's worth of pants when he was taken in by Battersea Dogs and Cats Home. Amazingly - and they'd passed through the dog's stomach completely intact.
Get the look: Beyoncé in Blow
If anyone knows how to rock high-street and high-end brands it's Beyoncé.
'Not bad for 57!': X Factor reject Wagner tweets topless selfie
He terrorised everyone's ears for weeks on the X Factor and now former contestant Wagner has laid on a feast for the eyes.
The best albums of 2013 - how many have you heard?
Here are Evening Standard chief rock and pop critic David Smyth's top 10 albums of the year.
Biggest sporting moments 2013 - from the Suarez munch to the Murray win
After the heroics of the 2012 London Olympics, this year had a lot to live up to. Here are the (good and bad) moments that defined sport in 2013 ...
I feel all floaty and excited: fans all a-flutter at Becks book-signing
Beckham-mania broke out in the West End today as hundreds of fans queued for signed copies of David Beckham’s latest book. Some had camped overnight and others flown over from Hamburg for the occasion.
Evangelical Christian suggests Daley is gay because his father died
A prominent evangelical Christian has been criticised by members of her own faith after reportedly hinting that diver Tom Daley is gay because his father died.
All I want for Christmas, by Leona Lewis and co
From gramophones to saxophones, stars reveal what is on their festive wish lists.
Yours for £12,000: this is one very Xpensive Xmas pud
The Royal Mint and celebrity baker Jane Asher have created a very special Christmas pudding - containing gold sovereigns and silver sixpences along with the currants and candied peel.
Hometown Glory: Adele at the Palace to receive MBE
VIDEO: Singer Adele has capped a memorable year by being awarded an MBE by the Prince of Wales.
The Spirits: High on holy water
This year of cocktail adventures has floored Richard Godwin but he shows devotion to the Christmas cause by giving thanks to drunk monks.
Breaking sad: why we mourn the loss of our TV friends as much as our real ones
You bitch about Carrie, sigh over Birgitte Nyborg and plan to head over to Jesse Pinkman's place before you remember he doesn't really exist. Most of us spend more time with our favourite TV characters than with our closest friends; the good news is, it's because the standard of today's HBO model is so high.
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Design trends: peacock and jewel shades are in
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Far Rockaway - review
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Asgeir, Bush Hall
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Salon/13, Photofusion
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Beauty and the Beast, Young Vic
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Steal the style: secrets of the uber-cool House of St Barnabas
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Peter Jackson talks Hobbit haircuts, dragons and Doctor Who
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Seasoned greetings from Copenhagen
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How the Whale Became, Linbury Studio
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Radical Dining Society: culinary adventures for curious thrill-seekers
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Michael Kiwanuka at The Troubadour - review
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Spruce up: why we’re dreaming of a green Christmas
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Aladdin, New Wimbledon
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VIDEO: eyewitnesses tell of horror as Apollo theatre ceiling crumbles during show
Eyewitnesses have told of their "chaos and panic" after the Apollo theatre's ceiling crumbled above them during a show.
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Brian Sewell's essential art books of 2013
Is your Raphael authentic? Who was Alan Sorrell? And which British painter-architect deserves to be up there with Palladio? The answers are in this year’s essential art books, chosen and reviewed by Brian Sewell
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Tim Sherwood to remain in charge of Tottenham for Southampton clash
Interim Tottenham boss Tim Sherwood has been told he will be in charge of the team for Sunday’s Premier League game against Southampton.
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Zuckerberg in Facebook stock sale
Facebook founder Mark Zuckerberg is cashing in $2.3 billion (£1.4 billion) of shares in the social network giant.
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Trip Kitchen and Bar - review
Emily Jupp is impressed by the quality drinks, knowledgeable staff and excellent food at this new Haggerston joint
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'Not bad for 57!': X Factor reject Wagner tweets topless selfie
He terrorised everyone's ears for weeks on the X Factor and now former contestant Wagner has laid on a feast for the eyes.
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Rosamund Urwin: If you thought sexism was on the way out …
The happiest message of this year is that more women — and men — are speaking up against sexism
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Christmas gift guide: for foodies
Everybody knows Christmas is really all about eating — and the best gifts always stick to that theme. Mollie Goodfellow tucks in to treats for your favourite foodie
'Heather Mills's rant at ski boss: I will make your life miserable'
Stanmore crash: Girl, 11, dies and mother is critical in hospital after car mounts pavement in north London
Frank de Boer turns down Tottenham 
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Lorries to trial top-down CCTV system to cut London bike deaths -
Family 'devastated' after British doctor Abbas Khan dies in a Syrian jail - Matthew Perry and Peter Hitchens go head-to-head in fierce Newsnight debate on drugs
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Closing stretch of M25 to build new Heathrow runway is 'unthinkable'
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Anjem Choudary warns Muslim restaurateurs they face being flogged if they sell booze at Brick Lane rally 
Busking with Billy Bragg 
Red Hot: London exhibition showcases the country's fittest ginger men 
Richard Godwin: I’m dreaming of a feminist Christmas 
Free children's high visibility vest
As this week is Road Safety Week, Specsavers is giving away a free children's high visibility vest to parents and guardians.
Enjoy £5 parking in London
NCP has reduced the cost of parking at their most popular London car parks* for shopping, restaurants and theatres and costs just £5 when you pre-book online.
Book now to see Quidam
Cirque du Soleil invites you to experience the journey of a young girl into a world beyond imagination, from 4 January 2014 at the Royal Albert Hall.
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The London Underground is 150 years old
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