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London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Guardian view on London and antisocial behaviour: a real problem inflated by online panic | Editorial

London faces social issues, but investment in youth clubs aims to address antisocial behavior and provide safe spaces for teenagers.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago
London politics

Sadiq Khan's plan has failed as numbers of Black Cabs decline and costs rise - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

London's black cab trade faces collapse due to rising costs and lack of financial support, leading to a significant decline in licensed drivers.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

How Sadiq Khan's former power hub is being turned into London's next shopping and restaurant destination

The former City Hall in London is being transformed into a new office, shops, and restaurant complex with stunning views over the Thames.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

The Guardian view on London and antisocial behaviour: a real problem inflated by online panic | Editorial

London faces social issues, but investment in youth clubs aims to address antisocial behavior and provide safe spaces for teenagers.
NYC parents
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 hours ago

One Neighborhood, One Day, Three Kids Injured By Drivers - Streetsblog New York City

Three pre-teens were injured in separate traffic incidents in South Williamsburg on Friday, all sustaining minor injuries and taken to Bellevue Hospital.
#new-york-city
New York City
fromNewsday
5 hours ago

Public transit in NYC: How Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to get New Yorkers to drive less

New York City's policies under Mayor Mamdani aim to reduce car usage and enhance public transit safety.
fromNew York City, NY Patch
3 days ago
New York City

NYC Says Goodbye To Trash Bags On Sidewalks

New York City will expand curbside trash bins to improve cleanliness and reduce garbage bags on sidewalks.
New York City
fromNewsday
5 hours ago

Public transit in NYC: How Mayor Zohran Mamdani plans to get New Yorkers to drive less

New York City's policies under Mayor Mamdani aim to reduce car usage and enhance public transit safety.
Public health
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

Findings on healthy life expectancy in UK shed light on its deteriorating health

The UK's healthy life expectancy has declined, indicating a worsening public health crisis and significant implications for the economy and NHS.
#london-elections
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

What you need to know as Southwark heads into local elections

Labour remains dominant in London councils, but upcoming elections may lead to significant changes in control across boroughs.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

What you need to know as Southwark heads into local elections

Labour remains dominant in London councils, but upcoming elections may lead to significant changes in control across boroughs.
Mission District
from48 hills
3 hours ago

Pushing back against a radical move to change SF's housing and drug policy - 48 hills

San Francisco is reconsidering established housing and substance use policies, particularly the Housing First approach, amidst limited media coverage.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
1 day ago

Unpopular Starmer is a hindrance on the doorstep, Labour mayors warn

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and reports on critical issues like reproductive rights and political dissatisfaction in the UK.
London food
fromTime Out London
1 day ago

The neighbourhood around this west London tube station will be transformed by a 3.7 million revamp

Warwick Avenue is set to receive improved cycle and pedestrian routes through a public realm project aimed at enhancing safety and greenery.
#linden-boulevard
Brooklyn
fromTime Out New York
3 days ago

Brooklyn's Linden Boulevard is finally getting safer

Linden Boulevard will undergo a redesign for safer crossings, bus lanes, and pedestrian islands starting in late 2026.
Brooklyn
fromBrooklyn, NY Patch
4 days ago

Brooklyn High-Crash Corridor To Get Bus Lanes, Safety Overhaul

City officials plan to redesign Linden Boulevard to improve bus service and safety for residents in East New York.
#journalism
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago
UK news

People were still complaining about potholes 300 years ago

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Labour risk being stonked in London elections, Khan warns Starmer

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the impact of political scandals on local elections.
UK news
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

People were still complaining about potholes 300 years ago

The Independent provides critical journalism on various issues, emphasizing the importance of accessible reporting without paywalls.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Labour risk being stonked in London elections, Khan warns Starmer

The Independent emphasizes the importance of accessible journalism and the impact of political scandals on local elections.
Austin
fromStreetsblog New York City
5 days ago

Queens Civic Panel Endorses Mamdani's Super-Sized Astoria Bike Lane - Streetsblog New York City

The community board supports Mayor Mamdani's plan for protected bike lanes on 31st Street in Astoria.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
4 days ago

Motorway speed cut urged as experts warn fuel shock could strain supplies - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

"Fuel use increases significantly at higher speeds, so even a relatively small reduction can result in noticeable savings," he stated. He added that lowering motorway speeds could improve fuel efficiency by around 10%, depending on the vehicle.
Alternative transportation
fromThe Local France
4 days ago

Is the Paris mayor really going to turn the ring-road into a park?

Emmanuel Grégoire wants to undertake the complete redevelopment of the ring road by 2050 to transform it into an urban boulevard, following the long-term project of his predecessor Anne Hidalgo.
Paris food
London
fromwww.bbc.com
7 minutes ago

What you need to know as Tower Hamlets heads into local elections

Tower Hamlets is the youngest and most densely populated borough in England, with significant demographic changes and a vibrant cultural landscape.
Mission District
fromABC7 San Francisco
2 days ago

San Mateo overhauls dangerous intersection to better protect pedestrians, cyclists

Safety improvements at a dangerous San Mateo intersection include protected bike lanes, new signals, and enhanced pedestrian crossings.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
3 days ago

That Widely Misrepresented E-Mobility Study Actually Reveals Need For Safer Streets, Not Hysteria - Streetsblog New York City

Safer street design is essential to reduce injuries from biking and electric micromobility, not restrictive laws.
Running
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Thousands of children race in Mini London Marathon

Thousands of children participated in the TCS Mini London Marathon, celebrating physical activity and community engagement.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
2 days ago

'Unacceptable': Mamdani Condemns Super Speeder Cop, But Won't Commit to Action - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani condemned officer Giovansanti's traffic violations but did not commit to disciplinary action.
Brooklyn
fromBrownstoner
2 days ago

Proposed IBX Will Dramatically Reduce Emissions, MTA Says

The MTA is engaging the public for the IBX light rail project, aiming to reduce vehicle miles and greenhouse gas emissions in Brooklyn and Queens.
London food
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

One of London's most historic train stations is being rebuilt with bold new features

Lea Bridge station is undergoing a significant upgrade, including a new ticket hall, cycle hub, and improved accessibility.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

TfL joins drive to reduce staff sickness rates

Sick days are costing the whole of the UK a lot of money, and that's one of the reasons we're involved in the prevention sprint, to look at ways to try and stop people from becoming ill in the first place.
Public health
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 day ago

Mother and child die after 'getting into difficulty' in water at west London park

This is a tragic incident in which a woman and her young child have lost their lives. Our thoughts are with their loved ones.
London
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

Dispute over 'jungle-like' garden in west London

A homeowner in west London faces enforcement for an overgrown garden affecting neighbors and property sales.
UK politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Conservatives pledge to scrap 24-hour bus lanes

Conservatives plan to end 24-hour bus lanes in council-controlled areas, emphasizing a need for genuine requirements.
#disinformation
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Sadiq Khan urges social media crackdown over London crime disinformation'

The Independent emphasizes the importance of quality journalism and combating disinformation, particularly in the context of London and social media.
Media industry
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 weeks ago

Sadiq Khan urges social media crackdown over London crime disinformation'

The Independent emphasizes the importance of quality journalism and combating disinformation, particularly in the context of London and social media.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 weeks ago

Sadiq Khan demands stronger action on social media outrage economy'

Sadiq Khan demands stronger government action against social media companies spreading disinformation about London's crime and integration issues.
NYC politics
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Thursday's Headlines: Having a Cow Edition - Streetsblog New York City

Gov. Hochul proposed a deal to drop changes to joint and several liability in exchange for support on her car insurance premium cut proposal.
#london-marathon
Running
fromTime Out London
2 days ago

How to track runners taking part in the 2026 London Marathon

The London Marathon offers various ways to track runners and cheer them on during the race.
London
fromTime Out London
2 days ago

London Marathon 2026 road closures: all the essential information you need to plan ahead this weekend

The London Marathon causes significant road closures in central London, affecting traffic on Sunday.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

London Marathon 2026: Everything you need to know

The 2026 TCS London Marathon features a 26.2-mile course through London, attracting thousands of runners and extensive road closures.
London
fromianVisits
2 days ago

Ballot opens to run the London Marathon 2027

The 2027 London Marathon ballot is open, with potential for double entries if two marathons are approved for the weekend.
Running
fromTime Out London
2 days ago

How to track runners taking part in the 2026 London Marathon

The London Marathon offers various ways to track runners and cheer them on during the race.
London
fromTime Out London
2 days ago

London Marathon 2026 road closures: all the essential information you need to plan ahead this weekend

The London Marathon causes significant road closures in central London, affecting traffic on Sunday.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

London Marathon 2026: Everything you need to know

The 2026 TCS London Marathon features a 26.2-mile course through London, attracting thousands of runners and extensive road closures.
London
fromianVisits
2 days ago

Ballot opens to run the London Marathon 2027

The 2027 London Marathon ballot is open, with potential for double entries if two marathons are approved for the weekend.
fromTime Out London
4 days ago

A new garden will open in Regent's Park next week

The Queen Elizabeth II Garden will officially open to the public on Monday April 27, commemorating the late monarch's 100th birthday with a beautiful landscape filled with climate-resilient plants and wildlife habitats.
London food
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

London Tory politician sacked as magistrate after accusing judge of two-tier justice'

A Conservative councillor was dismissed as a magistrate for criticizing a judge and the justice system after a conviction of anti-ULEZ activists.
#brooklyn
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Mamdani's DOT will upgrade Brooklyn's dangerous Linden Boulevard with safety features, bus lanes | amNewYork

Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn will receive safety upgrades and new bus lanes to reduce traffic deaths and improve bus speeds by next year.
New York City
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Mamdani plans redesign to Brooklyn's Linden Blvd. following spate of deaths

Mayor Mamdani plans to redesign Brooklyn's Linden Boulevard to improve safety and bus service, addressing dangerous conditions and reckless driving.
Brooklyn
fromwww.amny.com
5 days ago

Mamdani's DOT will upgrade Brooklyn's dangerous Linden Boulevard with safety features, bus lanes | amNewYork

Linden Boulevard in Brooklyn will receive safety upgrades and new bus lanes to reduce traffic deaths and improve bus speeds by next year.
New York City
fromGothamist
5 days ago

Mamdani plans redesign to Brooklyn's Linden Blvd. following spate of deaths

Mayor Mamdani plans to redesign Brooklyn's Linden Boulevard to improve safety and bus service, addressing dangerous conditions and reckless driving.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Two Little Too Late: Mamdani Shifts Private Carting Reforms Toward Safety for Last Two Contracts - Streetsblog New York City

Mayor Mamdani will prioritize safety and mileage in awarding commercial waste zone contracts, shifting focus from price to safety records.
London
fromTime Out London
2 days ago

A new 14-mile 'nature corridor' will transform four boroughs in east London

A 14-mile nature corridor in London aims to enhance wildlife movement and biodiversity through interconnected green spaces.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

What you need to know as Richmond-upon-Thames heads into local elections

Richmond had the highest turnout in London at 47.7%, with an 8.2% swing from Conservatives to Lib Dems.
New York City
fromStreetsblog New York City
4 days ago

Exclusive: Mamdani Picks Construction Chief Eager to Speed Up Street Redesigns - Streetsblog New York City

Paul Ochoa aims to expedite New York City's Department of Design and Construction projects to improve transportation infrastructure.
UK politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
4 days ago

Labour on course for worst election result in London in nearly 50 years

The Labour Party faces significant losses in London local elections, with the Greens and Reform expected to gain ground.
London
fromTime Out London
2 days ago

Where London ranks in Time Out's 2026 list of the best cities in the UK for walking

Edinburgh ranks as the most walkable city in the UK and second globally, while London is eighth in the UK ranking.
fromwww.bbc.com
6 days ago

What the 'biggest changes to renting in history' mean for London

The Renters' Rights Act has been described as the 'biggest change to renting in history', with significant reforms such as banning 'no-fault' evictions and ending fixed-term tenancy contracts.
UK politics
London
fromianVisits
2 days ago

London's weekly railway news

London Underground drivers are striking against imposed changes to their work conditions, impacting the economy and public transport services.
London politics
fromBusiness Matters
5 days ago

Understanding the Most Dangerous Areas in London 2026: A Guide for Visitors and Locals

Newham and Brent exemplify urban change through diverse populations, economic shifts, and evolving crime patterns.
#attempted-murder
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Woman in court after car hits pedestrians in Soho

A 29-year-old woman faces attempted murder charges after a car hit pedestrians in London, leaving one woman in life-threatening condition.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Woman charged with attempted murder after car hit pedestrians in London

A woman has been charged with attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in central London, leaving one in life-threatening condition.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Woman in court after car hits pedestrians in Soho

A 29-year-old woman faces attempted murder charges after a car hit pedestrians in London, leaving one woman in life-threatening condition.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
6 days ago

Woman charged with attempted murder after car hit pedestrians in London

A woman has been charged with attempted murder after a car hit pedestrians in central London, leaving one in life-threatening condition.
London
fromwww.standard.co.uk
3 days ago

We will take action': London council issues warning to influencers seeking wisteria and blossom photos

Tourists flock to a borough for photos, causing disruptions and prompting residents to request respect for their homes.
London
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

A40 Westway to reopen after month-long closure

The A40 in west London will reopen on Tuesday after major repairs, but weekend closures will continue until July for minor works.
fromwww.bbc.com
5 days ago

Can a nature corridor increase London's biodiversity?

"We started Wild Cities because urban nature must be restored for people, for wildlife, and for the future. A coalition model lets us work at the scale the challenge demands, celebrating communities and helping people and ecosystems become more connected and resilient."
London
London
fromianVisits
5 days ago

West London's A40 Westway to reopen tonight after month-long closure

The A40 Westway will reopen tonight after a month-long closure for major repairs, restoring normal traffic flow in London.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 weeks ago

'I should have been safe on a pavement' - woman recalls horrific hire e-bike crash

Sandy Peters suffered severe injuries and PTSD after being hit by a speeding e-bike while walking with her son.
London
fromTime Out London
1 week ago

It's official: London is the second greenest city in the UK

Green spaces in cities are essential for mental and physical health, with London being the largest urban forest globally.
Environment
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

London's rubbish problem: Can the city finally clean up its act?

Veolia's Southwark recycling facility processes 100,000 tonnes annually using automated systems and manual sorting, while contamination from inappropriate items significantly hampers recycling efficiency.
fromLondon Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com
1 month ago

Motorists warned to cut 'non-essential journeys' or pay the price - London Business News | Londonlovesbusiness.com

The longer this conflict goes on, the more effect it will have on the cost of oil. Any time Brent Crude passes $100 per barrel raises concern across the markets, for the haulage industry and drivers. There will be gradual increases in pump prices, but this shouldn't happen overnight, as fuel has been purchased at previous prices.
UK news
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

London's ebike hire: Parking problems amid surging popularity

In a warehouse in Southwark, everywhere you look are racks of e-bikes. Loud electric tools whirr away as bikes are repaired and then loaded onto vans for redistribution. Some 400 bikes a day can be repaired here during the summer peak. We are inside a warehouse of one of the main e-bike hire operators in the capital - Forest - who sell themselves as being London's homegrown e-bike operators with 20,000 e-bikes and ambitions to grow more.
Environment
#suv-safety-risks
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago
London politics

The Guardian view on SUVs: London's mayor is right to push back on supersize cars | Editorial

SUVs now dominate global car sales at 46%, but pose significant safety risks to pedestrians and occupy excessive parking space, prompting cities to consider higher charges and stricter regulations.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Mayor to consider new charges for SUVs in London

London's mayor is considering charging large SUVs to drive in the capital due to research showing they create intensifying safety risks and are more likely to kill pedestrians in collisions.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

The Guardian view on SUVs: London's mayor is right to push back on supersize cars | Editorial

SUVs now dominate global car sales at 46%, but pose significant safety risks to pedestrians and occupy excessive parking space, prompting cities to consider higher charges and stricter regulations.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Mayor to consider new charges for SUVs in London

London's mayor is considering charging large SUVs to drive in the capital due to research showing they create intensifying safety risks and are more likely to kill pedestrians in collisions.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 month ago

Sadiq Khan may give up armoured car as part of clampdown on SUVs in London

London's mayor proposes charging or restricting large SUVs to reduce child fatalities, as evidence shows children hit by large SUVs are 77% more likely to die.
London politics
fromTime Out London
1 month ago

Lime bikes could soon be banned in another London borough

Richmond Council may replace Lime e-bikes with Forest as the sole operator after Forest won a competitive tender, potentially banning Lime from the borough.
London politics
fromianVisits
1 month ago

London councils to share 95m for safer roads and new cycle routes

London councils receive £94.8 million from Transport for London to fund neighbourhood safety, cycling infrastructure, pedestrian crossings, and bus service improvements through the Healthy Streets programme.
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Oxford Street bombshell as Labour chief describes Sadiq Khan quango as 'dangerous for democracy'

Development corporations normally exist to take an area of brownfield, untransformed land and turn it into an end state. You take a field and turn it into a new town; you take an old gaswork and turn it into a business park. Here we have got an area which is already developed, and there already is development going through - the new House of Fraser, the new Debenhams buildings, coming on stream soon, Wells House, South Milton triangle underway a development pipeline underway under existing City plan and the existing Westminster planning committee.
London politics
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Anti-terror gates on Oxford Street will prevent cyclists riding through Sadiq Khan's 'pedestrian plaza'

Oxford Street will be pedestrianised between Orchard Street and Great Portland Street, with terrorist-proof gates installed as hostile vehicle mitigation barriers that will also prevent cyclists from riding through the area.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Sadiq Khan takes swing at London golf courses in affordable homes plan

London's deputy mayor targets golf courses as potential housing development sites to address the capital's affordable housing crisis and meet ambitious building targets.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
2 months ago

London pedicab regulations target 'rip-off fares'

London will regulate pedicab drivers with licences, safety and language checks, and capped fares to prevent rip-offs, noise and unsafe behaviour.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Londoners urged to share their views on the Met

An independent review is investigating whether the Metropolitan Police has implemented recommendations from a 2023 report that found the force institutionally racist, misogynist, and homophobic.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 months ago

Sadiq Khan isn't gaslighting on true crime levels in London, mayor's anti-violence chief says

London recorded 97 homicides in 2025, the lowest per capita since records began, while knife crime and phone theft remain significant concerns.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
1 month ago

Oxford Street pedestrianisation gets go-ahead from Sadiq Khan with traffic ban this summer

London's mayor authorized pedestrianization of Oxford Street between Selfridges and Ikea, rejecting public opposition concerns about increased congestion and bus route disruptions.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 month ago

Action urged over violence against transport staff

Nearly 10,500 cases of workplace violence against London transport staff were recorded annually, causing serious injuries including broken bones and noses, with many incidents unreported.
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