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Save our cafes: 12,000 people sign petition to protect London cafes from chain takeover

Save our cafes: 12,000 people sign petition to protect...

The leases for the cafés, located in Hampstead Heath, Queen's Park and Highgate...

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Met Police call centre staff carry out New Year's Eve strike

Met Police call centre staff carry out New Year's Eve strike

A Met Police spokesperson said the ‘vast majority of our staff will be working alongside...

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New Year 2026 LIVE: London counts down to midnight as Sydney stages spectacular fireworks display

New Year 2026 LIVE: London counts down to midnight as Sydney...

In London, tens of thousands will flock to the banks of the Thames to watch the...

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London's authenticity is its superpower and the South Bank shows it at its best

London's authenticity is its superpower and the South Bank...

London needs to be clear-eyed about what makes places succeed

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How Claudia Winkleman became the most powerful woman in British TV

How Claudia Winkleman became the most powerful woman in...

With the announcement of a new chat show, the 53-year-old has reached a summit of...

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Russian ship seized by Finnish authorities for 'damaging undersea cables'

Russian ship seized by Finnish authorities for 'damaging...

The captured cargo vessel left St Petersburg and was travelling between Finland’s...

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European court presses UK over revoking Shamima Begum’s citizenship

European court presses UK over revoking Shamima Begum’s...

The European Court of Human Rights has demanded answers in relation to state responsibilities...

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Giovanni Pernice to reunite with former Strictly co-stars for special event a year after BBC exit

Giovanni Pernice to reunite with former Strictly co-stars...

The Italian professional dancer will share the stage with Anton Du Beke, Gorka Márquez,...

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Emily Atack 'wanted for Blind Date reboot by Disney bosses'

Emily Atack 'wanted for Blind Date reboot by Disney bosses'

Filming for the show, which hasn’t been on screen for 22 years, is set to happen...

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London 999 to be flooded with as many as 700 calls in first hour of the New Year

London 999 to be flooded with as many as 700 calls in first...

A&E units are also expected to be busy as revellers suffer injuries or accidents

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Who South Africa will face in AFCON last 16 after qualifying for knockout stage

Who South Africa will face in AFCON last 16 after qualifying...

Bafana Bafana face a potentially tricky first knockout stage opponent

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In Pictures: Records tumble and reindeer stop traffic in 2025 weather highlights

In Pictures: Records tumble and reindeer stop traffic in...

The UK set a number of new records during a tumultuous year of weather.

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Adam Henry, 15, killed by single stab wound to the chest in north London estate, court told

Adam Henry, 15, killed by single stab wound to the chest...

Abdel Derdour, 22, appeared at Inner London Crown Court on New Year’s Eve charged...

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FTSE 100 scores best year since 2009 and outperforms Wall Street

FTSE 100 scores best year since 2009 and outperforms Wall...

Mining, defence, and finance shares led the charge with significant gains over 2025.

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All the London pubs that have closed down in the past year as new data suggests pub industry in grave trouble

All the London pubs that have closed down in the past year...

In total, 366 pubs closed over the past year

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New Year 2026 LIVE: Sydney stages spectacular fireworks display as London counts down to midnight

New Year 2026 LIVE: Sydney stages spectacular fireworks...

In London, tens of thousands will flock to the banks of the Thames to watch the...

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Edinburgh’s Hogmanay could be part-funded by visitor levy – council leader

Edinburgh’s Hogmanay could be part-funded by visitor levy...

The so-called tourist tax will add 5% to accommodation bills in the Scottish capital...

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New ambulance fleet rolled out in London as NHS battles super flu surge

New ambulance fleet rolled out in London as NHS battles...

The £75million investment in 500 emergency units represents one of the biggest upgrades...

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Declan Rice to win Ballon d'Or; Enzo Maresca sacked; Thomas Frank stays at Tottenham: our 2026 predictions

Declan Rice to win Ballon d'Or; Enzo Maresca sacked; Thomas...

Arsenal, Chelsea and Tottenham enjoyed successes and failures in 2025, what’s in...

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Adam Peaty's sister Bethany reveals Holly Ramsay's £79 bridesmaid gift as her family shares 'betrayal'

Adam Peaty's sister Bethany reveals Holly Ramsay's £79...

Olympic swimmer Adam, 31, reportedly uninvited almost all of his family from his...

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Oasis brought rock'n'roll back to the charts in 2025 (and Liam hints they may play again in 2026)

Oasis brought rock'n'roll back to the charts in 2025 (and...

Oasis managed to infiltrate pop-dominated charts according to new figures, as Liam...

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South Harlesden: your guide to Amandaland's London neighbourhood

South Harlesden: your guide to Amandaland's London neighbourhood

Is Harlesden really as gritty as Amanda makes out? The area is certainly spiritually...

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Liverpool vs Leeds: Prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds

Liverpool vs Leeds: Prediction, kick-off time, TV, live...

Two in-form teams face off in the Premier League on New Year’s Day

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Moises Caicedo 'did not deserve' yellow card as Chelsea star banned for Man City

Moises Caicedo 'did not deserve' yellow card as Chelsea...

Midfielder’s absence described as a “big loss” after early yellow card against Bournemouth

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Man in court charged with murder of grandfather who was punched outside pub

Man in court charged with murder of grandfather who was...

David Darke, 66, died in hospital on Saturday after suffering a serious head injury...

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Boy, 15, killed by single stab wound to the chest, court told

Boy, 15, killed by single stab wound to the chest, court...

Adam Henry died in hospital after being attacked in Islington, north London, on...

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Peter Andre has emergency dentistry after being kicked in the face by fan

Peter Andre has emergency dentistry after being kicked...

Andre said he was left in ‘absolute pain’ after the incident

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Manchester United transfer boost as Napoli confirm £43m Rasmus Hojlund transfer plan

Manchester United transfer boost as Napoli confirm £43m...

The striker is not expected to return to Old Trafford with a €50m fee agreed

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Anthony Joshua cried out 'I feel pain all over' after car crash that killed two of his close friends

Anthony Joshua cried out 'I feel pain all over' after car...

The president of Nigeria has called the boxer who is staying at a luxury hospital

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ITV invests up to £3m in Joe Wicks fitness app

ITV invests up to £3m in Joe Wicks fitness app

The Body Coach app was launched by Wicks at the end of 2020 following his rise to...

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What is Candida auris? The superbug experts say is spreading around the world

What is Candida auris? The superbug experts say is spreading...

Strains from the invasive yeast fungus are resistant to treatment

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Machu Picchu train crash: British nationals 'involved' in deadly smash, says Foreign Office

Machu Picchu train crash: British nationals 'involved'...

A driver has died after two trains collided near Machu Picchu

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Thor's a dad in crisis! Chris Hemsworth returns in Avengers: Doomsday

Thor's a dad in crisis! Chris Hemsworth returns in Avengers:...

The film will also mark the return of Chris Evans as Steve Rogers

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Brentford vs Tottenham: Prediction, kick-off time, TV, live stream, team news, h2h results, odds

Brentford vs Tottenham: Prediction, kick-off time, TV,...

Bees target revenge after falling to defeat at Spurs less than a month ago

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New Year 2026 LIVE: Auckland welcomes new year with fireworks as London prepares to celebrate

New Year 2026 LIVE: Auckland welcomes new year with fireworks...

In London, tens of thousands will flock to the banks of the Thames to watch the...

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New Year's resolutions for 2026: how to keep them

New Year's resolutions for 2026: how to keep them

Are you tired of setting the same clichéd New Year’s resolutions every year? Here...

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Eva Mendes shares glimpse of her London life after move to Hampstead with Ryan Gosling

Eva Mendes shares glimpse of her London life after move...

Since taking up residency in the capital, the Hollywood couple have been spotted...

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Snow warning for London as UK braces for wintry start to 2026

Snow warning for London as UK braces for wintry start to...

Met Office warning for between midnight and noon on Friday, January 2

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The UK music industry boomed in 2025: So why are artists struggling?

The UK music industry boomed in 2025: So why are artists...

Will new changes allow young musicians to actually be able to earn a living next...

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Six Champagne cocktails to ring in the New Year

Six Champagne cocktails to ring in the New Year

Let the bubbles go to your head, says Molly McElwee

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Arsenal involved in Antoine Semenyo deal as Bournemouth delay Manchester City transfer

Arsenal involved in Antoine Semenyo deal as Bournemouth...

Cherries wants their star man to face the Gunners

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Isiah Whitlock Jr dead: The Wire and Veep star dies at 71 as celebrities pay tribute

Isiah Whitlock Jr dead: The Wire and Veep star dies at...

The actor was known for his infamous, elongated catchphrase ‘sheeeee-it’ as politician...

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Spike Lee leads tributes to The Wire star Isiah Whitlock Jr after death at 71

Spike Lee leads tributes to The Wire star Isiah Whitlock...

The actor was famous for his profane catchphrase in the acclaimed series.

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Snowfall expected across much of UK with new warnings issued

Snowfall expected across much of UK with new warnings issued

The yellow weather warning is in place between midnight and noon on Friday.

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Jon Pointing: 'Play James Bond? With this bowl cut? No'

Jon Pointing: 'Play James Bond? With this bowl cut? No'

The actor’s reaping the rewards of decades of hard graft. He talks to Vicky Jessop...

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'I was so angry': Queen Camilla speaks for first time about sexual assault on London train

'I was so angry': Queen Camilla speaks for first time about...

‘When I was a teenager, I was attacked on a train… I remember at the time being...

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Box: London bar offering free beer in exchange for pull-ups

Box: London bar offering free beer in exchange for pull-ups

Fancy yourself as a big of a strong man? You can claim a few free pints of fruit...

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Eurostar latest LIVE: Passengers face more delays as London-Paris services resume

Eurostar latest LIVE: Passengers face more delays as London-Paris...

Eurostar says it plans to run all services on New Year’s Eve - but warns delays...

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Chelsea: Willy Caballero issues worrying Cole Palmer fitness update after early substitution

Chelsea: Willy Caballero issues worrying Cole Palmer fitness...

Blues talisman is still yet to play 90 minutes after his injury

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New Year 2026 LIVE: Kiribati becomes first nation to welcome new year as London prepares to celebrate

New Year 2026 LIVE: Kiribati becomes first nation to welcome...

In London, tens of thousands will flock to the banks of the Thames to watch the...

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Tom Hiddleston confirms arrival of second child with Zawe Ashton

Tom Hiddleston confirms arrival of second child with Zawe...

The pair welcomed their first child in 2022.

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'Grotesque': Fury over fencing around London's Primrose Hill to stop New Year’s Eve revelry

'Grotesque': Fury over fencing around London's Primrose...

One member of the Primrose Hill Keepers said she had left the area because the hoarding...

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Queen tells of her fury at being attacked on London train as a teenager

Queen tells of her fury at being attacked on London train...

‘When I was a teenager, I was attacked on a train… I remember at the time being...

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Your family would be so proud of you, Queen tells John Hunt and daughter Amy

Your family would be so proud of you, Queen tells John...

Louise Hunt, her sister Hannah Hunt and their mother Carol Hunt were killed by Kyle...

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Queen says she was ‘furious’ after she was attacked on train as teenager

Queen says she was ‘furious’ after she was attacked on...

Camilla was in conversation with John Hunt and his daughter Amy, whose family were...

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Schedule some laughs: The best comedy shows to see in 2026

Schedule some laughs: The best comedy shows to see in 2026

The unmissable comedy tours you really should book now or risk missing out on big...

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Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom reunite for family outing to Paddington: The Musical

Katy Perry and Orlando Bloom reunite for family outing...

Photos shared by the musical’s official social media accounts showed the singer...

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New Year 2026 LIVE: London prepares to celebrate as thousands gather to watch Sydney fireworks

New Year 2026 LIVE: London prepares to celebrate as thousands...

In London, tens of thousands will flock to the banks of the Thames to watch the...

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Jon Pointing: 'Playing James Bond? With this bowl cut? No'

Jon Pointing: 'Playing James Bond? With this bowl cut?...

The actor’s reaping the rewards of decades of hard graft. He talks to Vicky Jessop...

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Claudia Winkleman: Inside the private life of The Traitors’ presenter ahead of the show's January return

Claudia Winkleman: Inside the private life of The Traitors’...

The Traitors returns at 8pm on New Year's Day on BBC One and BBC iPlayer

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New Year 2026 LIVE: Thousands gather to watch Sydney fireworks as celebrations to start around world

New Year 2026 LIVE: Thousands gather to watch Sydney fireworks...

In London, tens of thousands will flock to the banks of the Thames to watch the...

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Machu Picchu train crash: Tourists injured and driver killed in head-on smash near Peru's famed Inca citadel

Machu Picchu train crash: Tourists injured and driver killed...

Foreign tourists among injured after two trains collide near Machu Picchu

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Transfer news LIVE! Three Arsenal targets; Chelsea in Yildiz battle; Man Utd in Neves talks; Semenyo delay

Transfer news LIVE! Three Arsenal targets; Chelsea in Yildiz...

January window opens tomorrow with big deals in the works

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OPINION - Elizabeth Day: Small talk doesn't need to be boring. Here's how I make parties more fun

OPINION - Elizabeth Day: Small talk doesn't need to be...

Parties can be anxiety-inducting... but they don’t need to be, says award-winning...

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The most striking photos that document the 21st century so far

The most striking photos that document the 21st century...

Here’s our round-up of the most remarkable images that defined the past 25 years

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Fire crews faced nearly 27,000 wildfires during warmest spring and summer

Fire crews faced nearly 27,000 wildfires during warmest...

Fire chiefs said staff showed ‘exceptional bravery and professionalism in challenging...

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Millions seeking help for minor ailments in England’s A&Es

Millions seeking help for minor ailments in England’s A&Es

Health officials have warned of a ‘tidal wave’ of winter illnesses in English hospitals.

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Arsenal injury update: Declan Rice and Riccardo Calafiori latest news and return dates

Arsenal injury update: Declan Rice and Riccardo Calafiori...

Plenty of good news for the Gunners, but a new worry

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New visa rules for 2026: The UK immigration changes set for the new year

New visa rules for 2026: The UK immigration changes set...

The measures, which build on those set out in the Government's immigration white...

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Eurostar latest LIVE: Passengers stuck on trains for hours overnight as Channel Tunnel disruption continues

Eurostar latest LIVE: Passengers stuck on trains for hours...

Eurostar says it plans to run all services on New Year’s Eve - but warns delays...

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Hottest hotel openings for 2026

Hottest hotel openings for 2026

From a private island in the French Riviera to a wine tasting retreat in Guadalupe,...

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Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Wednesday, December 31, 2025

Horoscope today: Your daily guide for Wednesday, December...

Read what the stars mean for you today, from Capricorn to Gemini

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The best comedy shows to see in 2026

The best comedy shows to see in 2026

The unmissable comedy tours you really should book now or risk missing out on big...

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London house prices: what will happen to the capital's property market in 2026?

London house prices: what will happen to the capital's...

Homes & Property asks the experts what to expect for London’s buyers and sellers...

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Passengers warned of more delays as Eurostar services resume

Passengers warned of more delays as Eurostar services resume

Thousands of passengers faced hours of delays on Tuesday when an overhead power...

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