Body in River Thames: Police treat discovery of dead man in water as 'unexplained'
Scotland Yard is treating the discovery of a man's body in the Thames this evening as "unexplained".
Hyde Park 'cannabis rally': 53 arrested as campaigners push for legalisation of drug
More than 50 people were arrested on suspicion of drugs-related offences during a "pro-cannabis" rally in Hyde Park today.
Merseyside double murder: Peter Fox shown arriving at Euston in new CCTV stills
CCTV showing Peter Fox at a central London train station has today been released as detectives step up their hunt for the Merseyside man whose mother and sister were murdered on Friday.
Body in River Thames: Police treat discovery of dead man in water as 'unexplained'
Scotland Yard is treating the discovery of a man's body in the Thames this evening as "unexplained".
Abdul Hadi Arwani murder: Fourth arrest over death of Syrian preacher
A fourth person has been arrested and bailed in connection with the "murder" of a Syrian preacher who was shot dead earlier this month.
A316 crash: People 'left to crawl out of people carrier' after it flips onto its side near M3
A "huge crash" on the A316 this afternoon left two people in hospital after a people carrier flipped over.
Watch bizarre moment 'umbrella gang' storms supermarket before attacking staff and stealing cash
VideoThis is the bizarre moment a gang of crooks rushed into a Farmfoods while carrying large, open umbrellas before punching a staff member and stealing cash.
Jeremy Clarkson reveals cancer scare days before Top Gear 'fracas'
Jeremy Clarkson has revealed he suffered a cancer scare just days before the infamous "fracas" which led to his axing from Top Gear.
Moment Ed Miliband is mobbed by screaming women during hen do in Chester
Video Ed Miliband was mobbed by a group of screaming women after a hen party crossed paths with his election battle bus.
Poundland charges 'up to 50% more' than supermarkets
Food sold at discount shop Poundland can be up to 50 per cent more expensive than it would be in a supermarket, new research has found.
Huge plumes of smoke seen from major London motorways after fire near Heathrow
Huge plumes of thick black smoke were seen over two of London's busiest motorways near Heathrow Airport today.
Moody shots of London captured by ex-picture editor who quit high-flying media career to become landscape photographer
These brooding shots of London show a photographer's bitter-sweet attempt to capture a city that broke him.
Mercedes left wedged between two Routemaster buses after four vehicle pile-up in central London
A luxury Mercedes was left wedged between two London buses after a four vehicle crash in central London today.
Mediterranean migrants: Up to 700 feared dead after ship capsizes
Hundreds of migrants are feared to have drowned after a fishing ship capsized in the Mediterranean.
Motorbike rider and passenger, 16, both killed in crash with pedestrian in east London
A motorbike rider and a teenage pillion passenger have been killed in a crash with a pedestrian in east London.
Deadline for voter registration: 7.5 million people could miss out, Electoral Commission warns
Up to 7.5 million voters may not be able to have their say because they are unregistered, the Electoral Commission has warned.
Woman cut out of car and taken to hospital after three-way crash in south London
A woman was cut out of her car and taken to hospital after a crash in south London this evening.
Michael Buble accused of 'body-shaming' woman wearing tight shorts
Showbiz: Michael Buble faced a backlash after he posted a photograph online of a woman accompanied with the hashtag “beautifulbum”.
London’s biggest new regeneration project: the launch of Greenwich's riverside district, with 15,000 homes
The historic naval town of Greenwich will be thrust into the global spotlight later this month when runners in the Virgin Money London Marathon set off from Greenwich Park against a marvelous backdrop of Christopher Wren architecture, the bending River Thames and the gleaming skyscrapers of Canary Wharf.
Woman suffers 'life threatening' head injuries in fall from Trafalgar Square lion sculpture
A helicopter swooped into Trafalgar Square and landed metres from Nelson's Column after a young woman fell from a lion sculpture.
Chelsea close in on title with victory over Manchester United
Chelsea’s grip on the title strengthened as they held on to a 1-0 victory gifted to them by the outstanding moment of a disappointing game.
Prince Harry in Australia: Royal takes flight in helicopter and plays wheelchair sports with wounded soldiers
Prince Harry inspects an armed helicopter before climbing on board and taking to the skies during his posting with the Australian Army.
Ongar 'could be reconnected to Tube network' following railway extension
Ongar could be reconnected with the Underground, it has been suggested - 20 years after the northernmost station on the Central line was shut.
High street lunch sandwiches 'can have more fat than a meal from McDonald's'
Grab-and-go sandwiches and salads sold by popular high street chains can contain more calories and fat than a meal from McDonald's, according to a study.
Parents tell of ‘brilliant’ teenager found hanged after she was tormented by mystery symptoms
Zoe Hadley had been battling with the illness since she was 13 and for long periods could not eat, walk or even open her eyes, the hearing was told.
Hundreds of cyclists clad in their finest attire cycle through London for The Tweed Run
Gallery:Hundreds of cyclists donned their finest tweeds, flat caps and brogues for a stylish race across London.
Body found in search for kayaker missing off south coast
A body has been found in the hunt for missing kayaker Stephen Taylor.
Man shot at convenience store in Stoke Newington
A man was shot in a convenience store in a busy part of north-east London on Saturday night.
Police warn family of six from Slough including four children under eight could be travelling to Syria
A missing family of six including children aged as young as one are feared to be making their way to Syria, police said.
Food writer Jack Monroe quits Twitter after receiving homophobic messages from Ukip troll
Guardian food writer and political campaigner Jack Monroe has apparently quit Twitter after she was bombarded with homophobic abuse.
Arsenal beat Reading to book place in FA Cup final
A goalkeeping howler from Adam Federici gifted Arsenal an extra-time victory over Reading as Alexis Sanchez scored twice to ensure the FA Cup holders reach their second successive final.
Gang jailed after vicious knife attack on man who challenged them over racism on bus
A gang has been jailed for a vicious knife attack on a man who challenged them over their racist language and offensive behaviour in front of children on a London bus.
Amanda Holden shows off thigh tattoo of Simon Cowell
Showbiz: The Britain’s Got Talent judge, 44, lifted up her plunging Gucci dress to display the fake inking of her fellow reality show judge Cowell, 55, during an appearance on The Graham Norton Show.
Sarah Harding admits she didn’t have to audition for Coronation Street after producers watched her on YouTube
Showbiz:She’s just landed a part in one of nation’s best-loved soaps, but it seems that Sarah Harding didn’t even have to go through the audition process.
Police investigate after vet shoots cat with arrow and posts gruesome 'kill' photo on Facebook
Police are investigating after a vet posted a gruesome photo on Facebook of herself proudly holding a cat she allegedly killed with a bow and arrow.
Body of Londoner Kyle Knox found on Ben Nevis after major rescue operation launched for missing man
The body of a missing Londoner has been found by mountain rescue teams on Ben Nevis.
'Nightmare' Finsbury Park entrance closure POSTPONED until further notice, Transport for London confirms
The long-term closure of a Finsbury Park station entrance - which commuters feared would spell years of chaos - has been postponed until further notice.
Ottolenghi pours out extravagant cocktails at new Spitalfields restaurant
Food & drink: Get blottolenghied at the Israeli chef’s new deli-bar where the cocktails are spiked with saffron and sumac.
A Little Chaos, film review - Kate Winslet and Alan Rickman period piece has almost no ingredients for a good film
Film review: Kate Winslet is still playing the gorgeous rose — but is her flower beginning to fade?
Child 44 review: Tom Hardy and Gary Oldman are hard to take seriously
Film review: The cast and crew may have thought they were on to something special, but Child 44 is a phoney, sentimental mess.
East End Riviera: the best riverside restaurants in East London
Going Out: There's no better place to dine this summer than East London's riverside.
Gypsy, Savoy Theatre review: get the awards ready for a Momma Rose with charisma to burn
Going Out: Imelda Staunton is extraordinary in Gypsy role as musical returns after 40 years.
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Woman cut out of car and taken to hospital after three-way crash in south London
A woman was cut out of her car and taken to hospital after a crash in south London this evening.
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The best street food in London – a guide to the capital’s day and night markets
Ben Norum has tried, tasted and travelled around London’s street food markets to present his pick of the pack
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Lewis Hamilton wins in Bahrain ahead of Kimi Raikkonen to clinch ninth win in 11 races
Lewis Hamilton's domination of Formula One continued in Bahrain as the reigning world champion clinched his ninth victory in the past 11 races.
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Alan Edwards: Beckham asked me for 10p to feed the meter - PR ace on his 40 years of spin
Over the coming few weeks, a series of talks is taking place at the Victoria & Albert Museum.
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Michael Buble accused of 'body-shaming' woman wearing tight shorts
Michael Buble faced a backlash after he posted a photograph online of a woman accompanied with the hashtag “beautifulbum”.
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Letters to the editor: Solve the school places crisis
The news that many thousands of children are being denied a place at their preferred schools is more evidence that the Government has failed to match pupil demand to an adequate supply of places.
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David Williams: Fugoo lets you listen on the move
It’s great having music on the move in your car, but when you arrive at your campsite, you need something like the compact Fugoo speaker to carry on listening.
Mind the gap: the price gap between property in London and the rest of the country has reached its widest point in history
An average home in the capital now costs more than two and a half times the price of a home elsewhere
Record price achieved for Marylebone mews house
A new property record has been set in Marylebone, with the sale of a mews conversion for £5.3 million.
London’s biggest new regeneration project: the launch of Greenwich's riverside district, with 15,000 homes
All eyes will soon be on this riverside district as plans for a lively 24-hour community with 15,000 new homes is under way.
Quit the city - tour Britain's stunning barn conversions
Barn conversions are a summer favourite for Londoners craving open, rural views. Especially tempting is a country retreat with the perks of a luxe city home - a pool, cinema room, or games room. From Aberdeenshire to Sussex, here's our pick of the best on the market...
The up-and-coming commuter hotspots within 60 minutes of Marylebone station
Commuters are enjoying swifter journey times to Marylebone station thanks to a recent upgrade in rail services. Our exclusive research uncovers the best price growth hotspots and affordable options in some of the loveliest countryside the shires have to offer..
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London road rage crash: Driver strips off in violent clash on Curtain Road
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Pier sinks in Richmond, pulling floating London restaurant underwater with it
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Woman removed from plane after jabbing snoring passenger in the arm with pen
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Great Portland Street fire: huge plumes of smoke over central London near BBC
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Death of the hipster: why London decided to move on from beards, beanies and fixie bikes
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Election 2015: Nigel Farage booed as he criticises BBC debate audience for being too 'left-wing'
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Hilarious moment a schoolboy tells Labour's Tristram Hunt: 'I'd vote Ukip to get all the foreigners out'
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Election 2015: Ed Miliband seen as a 'capable leader' by just one third of the public, poll reveals
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Terror of driver as he desperately battles to control runaway new Routemaster bus
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Katie Hopkins: Twitter backlash after controversial columnist calls migrants 'cockroaches' and suggests using gunships to 'send them home'
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Hyde Park 'cannabis rally': 53 arrests as campaigners push for legalisation of drug
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Poundland charges 'up to 50% more' than supermarkets
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Death of the hipster: why London decided to move on from beards, beanies and fixie bikes
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Jurgen Klopp and Rafa Benitez favourites for Liverpool job if Brendan Rodgers is sacked
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Body in River Thames: Police treat discovery of dead man in water as 'unexplained'
The natural way to stay pumped up on your big day
Less than a fortnight until more than 36,000 runners take on the Virgin Money London Marathon; what they drink is key.
Give birth to your idea and win up to £15K PR budget
Big believers in creativity and entrepreneurship, Born have teamed up with the Evening Standard to find the next big innovation.
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The short term loan industry has undergone a serious clean-up operation, or has it?
Get up to speed with the hottest TV & Music you can stream today
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