Teenager fighting for life after knife attack during 'gang fight' in south east London
A teenager is fighting for his life in hospital after being stabbed during a suspected gang fight in south-east London, police said.
Royal baby named Charlotte Elizabeth Diana in touching tribute to her late grandmother
VideoThe new Royal baby has been named Charlotte Elizabeth Diana, Kensington Palace has confirmed.
Prisoner arrested on suspicion of murdering fellow inmate at Wandsworth prison
The man, aged in his 40s, was questioned in police custody over the death of a second prisoner, aged in his 60s, at the prison in south London.
Boy, 16, fighting for life after knife attack in south London
A teenager is fighting for his life after being stabbed in south-east London, police said.
Prankster jumps from diving platform at London Aquatics Centre as Tom Daley competed in final
Video:The man, who stripped down to just his Speedos, managed to dodge past security staff and jump from the 10m platform into the pool.
Beards can be as dirty as toilets because of the bacteria they collect, new study finds
They've become the favoured fashion fad of choice amongst London's hipster community.
Watch Texan councillor laugh hysterically as mayor mistakenly leaves microphone on during toilet break at meeting
Video:Dale Ross, the mayor of Georgetown in Texas, is reported to have made the embarrassing gaffe during a meeting last Tuesday.
Kelly Brook shares racy snap of her posing naked on a sun lounger
Showbiz:Kelly Brook has shared intimate pictures of herself posing naked on a sun lounger.
Top Gear 'dream team' picked by BBC to replace Jeremy Clarkson
A "dream team" of three presenters has reportedly been earmarked by the BBC to host Top Gear.
Secret Cinema releases more tickets for Star Wars screening
Video:Tickets to the immersive cinema experience sold out when they were first released in March, but organisers released a second batch to celebrate May 4 - commonly known as Star Wars Day among fans.
London's all-night Tube: new homes for 24-hour party people
Homes & Property:Clubbers won't be the only ones to gain from the 24-hour service as more affordable locations get set for a property boost.
The Thameside hotspot with fast trains and homes from £235,000
Homes & Property:This Thames-side is all about regeneration. South-east of central London, the arrival of Crossrail scheduled for 2018 is luring househunters to the area with prospects of improved transport connections and planned redevelopments...
Eddie Izzard and Jim Murphy forced to flee Glasgow rally after SNP supporters spark scuffles
Video:Eddie Izzard has slammed “violent” and “aggressive” nationalist protesters after he was forced to flee from a rally in Scotland with Labour’s Jim Murphy.
Landlord fined £160k for safety breaches after tenant killed in fire in west London
A landlady has been fined £160,000 after one of her tenants was killed in a fire.
Russell Brand reveals unseen Ed Miliband interview footage and urges voters to back Labour
Russell Brand has urged voters to back Labour in this week's general election "to get the Conservative party out of government".
Drivers hit with 'double tax' on cars - giving the Government £38million windfall
The error was exposed following the scrapping of paper tax discs on car windscreens last October.
England and Spurs legend Jimmy Greaves in intensive care after suffering stroke
Former England and Tottenham striker Jimmy Greaves is in intensive care after suffering a stroke over the weekend.
Kit Harington: I’d love to play James Bond – but I think I’m a little way off
Showbiz: Kit Harington was given a taster of the 007 lifestyle after starring in Spooks: The Greater Good – the big screen version of the hit BBC MI5 series.
Feminists occupy roof of London Councils building to highlight cuts to domestic violence services
Feminist campaigners clambered on to the roof of the London Councils building and set off smoke flares to protest against cuts to domestic violence services.
From yuppies to new romantics: Eclectic photos capture London during the 1980s
Gallery These eclectic shots of 1980s London capture a city abuzz with excitement.
Joey Essex: Nigel Farage wanted to copy my dress sense and I taught Ed Miliband how to take a selfie
Joey Essex talked fashion, selfies and politics with the party leaders ahead of the general election, admitting that they’re not as ‘mature’ as everyone thinks.
Police appeal to trace man missing diamond-studded ear found on pavement after street brawl
Police are searching for a man after his diamond-studded ear was bitten off during a street fight and left on the pavement.
The Voice finalist Lara Lee releases anti-gentrification music video filmed during 'Reclaim Brixton' protest
Video A finalist from The Voice has lent her support to the campaign against "gentrification" in Brixton by recording a music video at last week's protest.
Two gunmen killed after opening fire at Prophet Mohammed cartoon event
Two gunmen were shot dead after they opened fire outside an exhibition of Prophet Mohammed cartoons.
First Italian woman in space marks occasion with special coffee brewed while in orbit
The first Italian woman in space has marked the occasion by sipping a coffee brewed while in orbit.
Driver flees after car smashes into double-decker bus in south-east London
This was the scene after a crash between a car and a bus in south-east London.
London to bask in bank holiday sunshine before being battered by gales and heavy rain
London will today bask in bank holiday sunshine - but forecasters warned the capital will be battered by gales and heavy rain later this week.
Thousands of migrants including baby girl rescued from Mediterranean Sea as crisis worsens
Video:A picture of the infant wrapped up in sheets was circulated after she came into the world on board an Italian naval ship.
Schoolgirl killed in speedboat tragedy trapped by buoyancy aid
A schoolgirl who died in a speedboat accident became trapped under the vessel after her buoyancy aid caught on part of the boat, police said.
Endurance adventurer completes ultimate triathlon of Great Britain
Video An endurance adventurer has become the first person to complete an ultimate triathlon over three lengths of Britain.
Watch as student drops his trousers during Nick Clegg campaign photo op
Video: Liberal Democrat security staff were not amused as a young man appeared to drop his trousers while lining up for a selfie with Deputy Prime Minister Nick Clegg.
May bank holiday in London: events, activities and ideas for a great weekend
Going Out:Hallelujah, May 1 is the start of a three-day weekender. Here’s how to spend it.
Britney forced to postpone Las Vegas shows after falling off stage
Showbiz: Spears – who was performing as part of her Piece of Me residency – fell awkwardly on her ankle as she danced to her 1999 hit (You Drive Me) Crazy.
Melt Room: Soho restaurant goes after slice of market with all-toastie menu
Going Out:Hot dogs, hamburgers and even porridge have all had the gourmet treatment — now it’s the turn of the toastie.
Purity Ring, O2 Shepherd's Bush Empire
Review:The show was something of a visual spectacle, says David Smyth, but the performance was mostly cold.
Read reviews of all the new films released in cinemas this week
Review:Find out what our critics David Sexton and Charlotte O'Sullivan think of this week's new film releases.
Unfriended: tense, dark cyber-bullying horror flick has power to intrigue
Review:The extremely tense Unfriended is clever and even poignant, says Charlotte O'Sullivan, but it's the kind of film many will end up downloading.
Far from the Madding Crowd: a revelation of how affecting Carey Mulligan can be
Review:Carey Mulligan embodies Bathsheba’s contradictions brilliantly in this worthwhile remake of a classic, says David Sexton.
London Coffee Festival: London's best independent coffee shops
Going Out:Here is our updated list of the capital's best independent coffee shops and cafés
Samba film: Charlotte Gainsbourg delightfully slippery opposite charming Omar Sy
Review:There are no weak links in the cast and some nice visual gags in this French immigration drama, says Charlotte O'Sullivan.
The best new cycle cafés in London
Going Out:For a good cup of coffee get on your bike, says Susannah Butter.
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Jeremy Clarkson made to wait five days before police told him he would not be prosecuted for punching BBC producer
Jeremy Clarkson was made to wait five days before police told him he would not be prosecuted for punching a BBC colleague, it has been revealed.
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Election-themed events happening across the capital
From drink-fuelled debating to televised theatre performances, there's plenty to get you fully into the election spirit, says Jochan Embley
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Arsene Wenger: Chelsea are worthy winners - but Arsenal will give them a fight next year
Arsenal boss Arsene Wenger congratulated Chelsea on their recent title win but said he is 'optimistic' Arsenal will challenge next season.
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Royal baby news: The 'Great Kate Wait' helps drive activity for bookmakers
The wait for the arrival of the Duke and Duchess of Cambridge’s second child has spurred a flurry of activity at bookmakers already buoyed by strong election betting, with one of the big industry players joking that the “Great Kate Wait” has already funded its Christmas party.
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Kelly Brook shares racy snap of herself posing naked on a sun lounger
Kelly Brook has shared intimate pictures of herself posing naked on a sun lounger.
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Letters to the editor: Nicola Sturgeon is not what she seems
The leader of the nationalists in Scotland is having a Marie Antoinette moment. Such largesse extended to the rest of the UK — but the most vulnerable would suffer under her party’s rule.
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Symmetry Breakfast: meet the man behind the foodie Instagram account with nearly 250k followers
Jamie Oliver follows them so you know they're a big deal. Victoria Stewart meets the man behind the Instagram phenomenon: Breakfast Symmetry
Property rich list: new figures reveal London's top 10 prime boroughs
A new report reveals the top 10 most expensive boroughs to buy a home in London.
Why Eddie Redmayne is made for Chelsea
The homes with celebrity connection: from Eddie Redmayne's Chelsea house-hunt, to Madonna's old LA retreat and Julia Robert's home in Hawaii...
Hot homes: London's most spectacular roof terraces
Perched high above the capital, many of London's glamorous new penthouses and rooftop homes have exclusive wraparound terraces and landscaped gardens with private pools, hot tubs and open-air dining areas with panoramic views.
East London leads the way for house price growth across the capital
Average house prices across London have jumped by more than 11 per cent in a year, with the average cost of a London home now reaching £462,799.
Crossrail: 40 essential facts you need to know
High-speed Crossrail will change the lives of millions of Londoners, creating new homes hotspots along its 75-mile route. We take a tour of the districts most likely to benefit from faster trains — from Reading in the west to Shenfield and Abbey Wood in the east.
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Mayweather vs Pacquiao: How two Essex blaggers scored ringside seats at 'fight of the century'
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Royal baby named Charlotte Elizabeth Diana in touching tribute to her late grandmother
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Drivers hit with 'double tax' on cars - giving the Government £38million windfall
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Lewisham stabbing: teenager fighting for life after knife attack during 'gang fight' in south London
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Top Gear 'dream team' picked by BBC to replace Jeremy Clarkson
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Ed Miliband unveils giant stone inscription to be installed outside Downing Street if he wins election
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Voters form 'more negative view of Nigel Farage as campaign goes on'
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Landlord fined £160k for safety breaches after tenant killed in fire in west London
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Driver 'beside himself' with grief at scene of police chase scooter crash in Camden
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Protest over Protein World’s 'beach body ready' advert descends on Hyde Park
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Mayweather vs Pacquiao: How two Essex blaggers scored ringside seats at 'fight of the century'
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Londoners 'must earn £77,000 to be able to afford their first home'
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Top Gear 'dream team' picked by BBC to replace Jeremy Clarkson
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Lewisham stabbing: teenager fighting for life after knife attack during 'gang fight' in south London
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The Voice finalist Lara Lee releases anti-gentrification music video filmed during 'Reclaim Brixton' protest
Now it’s time to keep the healthy habits
Feeling sore after the marathon? Read our guide to recovery after and importance of staying hydrated whilst on the go; rest, rehydrate, repeat...
Framing Fashion with Oliver Proudlock
Watch the first video in our new series for tips on new trends and London's style scene.
Back to nature
Check out our insider’s tour of Menorca's beaches, from the accessible to the remote.
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