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Ready to 'dance the night away'? Dua Lipa at Wembley - What you need to know

Dua Lipa is bringing her Radical Optimism tour to London's Wembley Stadium this June. Find out the support acts, timings, seating plan and more.

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Remembering the London victims known to have died in Air India plane crash

100 hours have passed since an Air India flight from Ahmedabad to London Gatwick crashed, killing all but one of the passengers and crew.

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LIDO 2025 wasn't just a festival - it was a BRAT-fuelled fashion show in the sun

The sun scorched Victoria Park, the bass never let up, and the outfits were nothing short of feral at LIDO Festival.

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The toughest jobs in the UK include firefighters, paramedics and farmers

The toughest everyday jobs in the UK include firefighters, paramedics – and farmers.

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Millions of women say their menstrual cycle dictates what they wear

A new tool tells women the best days of the month to exercise, go on a date, get dressed up for a party, and perform well at work.

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Person injured after bus crashes into flagpoles in Parliament Square

A bus has crashed into flagpoles in near the Houses of Parliament with emergency services at the scene.

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Person fighting for life after being hit by train causing delays at London station

A person is fighting for their life after they were hit by a train near Luton Airport, with major disruption to rail services for London.

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Heatwave set for London as temperatures set to soar all week

London is set for a hot, sunny week with highs reaching 32°C by Sunday, June 22. Stay cool and hydrated.

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Thameslink cancelled with 'major disruption' after person hit by train

Thameslink trains face "major disruption" after a person was hit between Luton and St Pancras International. Live updates here.

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One third of sunglasses sold on Amazon and more could damage child eyesight

One third of sunglasses sold on platforms like Amazon, eBay and Shein pose an eyesight risk to children.

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London couple spend £40k travelling down the world's longest road

A couple from London quit their jobs to travel down the world's longest road, along 40,000 miles.

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Man killed in Hammersmith double shooting named and pictured for the first time

A man who died following a double shooting in Hammersmith has been named as Jordan Oliver Rodney.

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Person taken to hospital after ‘falling from height’ at Marble Arch Station

A man has been taken to hospital after falling from a height at Marble Arch Station.

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Twins from London celebrate 100th birthday and reveal tip for a long life

A pair of identical twins from London have just celebrated their 100th birthday and have shared tips on how to live a long life.

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The common acts you do on the London Underground that you could get fined for

The London Underground byelaws state that several common acts you likely do every day could get you a fine; see the top five.

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London man spends £850 to try viral £225 Louis Vuitton chocolate bag

A content creator from London splashed out £850 on travel to try the £225 Louis Vuitton chocolate bag.

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The lively pub near the Monument that transports you from London to Ireland

For a lively post-work drink - soundtracked by even livelier music - head to Nancy Spains Monument.

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Girl, 2, from London suffers kidney failure after catching E. coli on holiday

A mum has shared how her two-year-old daughter now suffers from kidney failure after catching E. coli while on holiday in Egypt.

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What is Trooping the Colour? How to watch King Charles' Birthday Parade on TV

June 14 will mark Trooping the Colour in central London, which is also known as the King's Birthday Parade - find out what it is and what time it's on TV.

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30,000 lightning strikes hit UK as Met Office thunderstorm warnings remain

The Met Office has revealed more than 30,000 lightning strikes hit the UK on Friday night (June 13) as thunderstorm warnings continue