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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Do we need to think about moving away?': Jewish community fears for safety after Golders Green stabbings

Fear and concern for safety among the Jewish community in the UK have intensified following a recent antisemitic stabbing incident in Golders Green.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
21 hours ago

Police declare terrorist incident after two Jewish men stabbed in London

Two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, London, in a terrorist incident, with a suspect arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
London politics
fromThe Cipher Brief
1 hour ago

Britain's Antisemitism Crisis Is Now a National Security Threat

Recent stabbings of Jewish men in London highlight a surge in antisemitic violence and the urgent need for national security measures against such threats.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 hour ago

The Guardian view on the Golders Green attack: the public as well as the state must tackle antisemitism | Editorial

Rising antisemitic violence in the UK raises fears for Jewish safety amid historical persecution and recent attacks.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
10 hours ago

Antisemitism 'a national security emergency', government terror adviser says

Attacks on Jewish people in the UK are a significant national security concern, prompting increased government funding for community protection.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Do we need to think about moving away?': Jewish community fears for safety after Golders Green stabbings

Fear and concern for safety among the Jewish community in the UK have intensified following a recent antisemitic stabbing incident in Golders Green.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
21 hours ago

Police declare terrorist incident after two Jewish men stabbed in London

Two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, London, in a terrorist incident, with a suspect arrested on suspicion of attempted murder.
#terrorism
London politics
fromwww.dw.com
1 hour ago

UK raises terror threat level following antisemitic attack

The UK's terror threat level has been raised to severe following attacks on Jewish individuals, indicating a high likelihood of terrorist activity.
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fromwww.bbc.com
12 hours ago

What we know about the Golders Green stabbings

Two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, London, in a terrorist incident, with one suspect arrested and the victims in stable condition.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

UK terrorism threat level raised to severe' after Golders Green attack

The UK terrorism threat level has been raised to severe, indicating a highly likely terrorist attack following recent stabbings.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

The Jewish security volunteers first on scene of Golders Green attack

A man stabbed two Jewish men in Golders Green, London, in a terrorist incident linked to recent anti-Semitic attacks.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
19 minutes ago

Met chief defends knife attack officers after Greens criticism

Metropolitan Police Commissioner defends officers' actions during Golders Green attack, emphasizing the threat posed by the suspect.
#dublin
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
14 hours ago

Crack and crime to confident and qualified: is the future about to change for Rhyl's youth?

Young people in coastal towns face significant challenges including poverty, poor housing, and limited opportunities compared to their inland peers.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

Shopping for Westminster's votes on Oxford Street

The mayor of London plans to ban traffic on Oxford Street, causing political tensions between Conservatives and Labour ahead of local elections.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

What you need to know as Wandsworth heads into local elections

Labour regained control of Wandsworth council, marking a significant political shift in London with a 3.3% swing from Conservatives.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
11 hours ago

UK to invest further 25m in security for Jewish communities after London attack

Shabana Mahmood pledges to enhance security for British Jews following a stabbing incident in Golders Green, treated as terrorism.
#golders-green
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 hours ago

'It's dangerous to be visibly Jewish in the UK'

The Golders Green community is in shock after a double stabbing targeting Jewish individuals, reflecting growing fears and tensions among residents.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
3 hours ago

'It's dangerous to be visibly Jewish in the UK'

The Golders Green community is in shock after a double stabbing targeting Jewish individuals, reflecting growing fears and tensions among residents.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
5 hours ago

We hope he will be home in time for Shabbat, says attack victim's mother

Two Jewish men were stabbed in Golders Green, with one in stable condition and the other more seriously injured.
fromwww.dw.com
1 hour ago

UK raises terror threat level after antisemitic attack

Today, the national threat level has increased to 'severe,' which means a terrorist attack is considered highly likely, said British Home Secretary Shabana Mahmood.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

Police investigate suspected arson attack at memorial wall in north London

A series of arson attacks targeting Jewish sites in north London is under investigation, with heightened police presence and community reassurance efforts.
fromIndependent
1 day ago
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Boy arrested over arson deaths of Tadgh Farrell (4) and Mary Holt was allegedly 'active participant' in attack

London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Met investigating suspected arson attack on north London memorial wall

Police are investigating a suspected arson attack at a memorial wall in north London, linked to protests in Iran, but no arrests have been made.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

Police investigate suspected arson attack at memorial wall in north London

A series of arson attacks targeting Jewish sites in north London is under investigation, with heightened police presence and community reassurance efforts.
fromIndependent
1 day ago
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Boy arrested over arson deaths of Tadgh Farrell (4) and Mary Holt was allegedly 'active participant' in attack

London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 days ago

Met investigating suspected arson attack on north London memorial wall

Police are investigating a suspected arson attack at a memorial wall in north London, linked to protests in Iran, but no arrests have been made.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
2 hours ago

Met police arrest two Green election candidates over alleged antisemitism

Two Green party candidates in Lambeth were arrested for alleged antisemitic social media posts amid an ongoing police investigation.
fromwww.dw.com
10 hours ago

Hong Kong pro-democracy publisher Jimmy Lai honored by DW

"I'll sink with the ship, because this place gives me everything," said Lai in an interview about Hong Kong, reflecting his deep connection to the city.
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London politics
fromThe New Yorker
9 hours ago

How Daniel Kinahan's Cocaine Empire Began to Crumble

Daniel Kinahan, an Irish drug dealer, was arrested in Dubai after living freely there for a decade despite being wanted for drug trafficking.
fromIrish Independent
2 hours ago

Man who burgled Irish billionaire Paul Coulson's London home climbed through open window, court told

Ali Lamnouar, who stole an estimated £163,000 in valuables from Paul Coulson's townhouse, was described as having committed opportunistic burglaries with no significant planning involved.
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London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
13 hours ago

Ambulance driver praised for confronting knifeman

A London Ambulance Service worker bravely intervened to protect women from a knifeman, demonstrating remarkable courage and presence of mind.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Urban areas host 80% of England's homes at high risk of flooding, study finds

High-risk flooding in England is increasingly affecting urban homes, particularly social housing tenants who are more vulnerable to financial impacts.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

There's no streetlights': North Yorkshire restaurant told to stop driving diners home

A restaurant in North Yorkshire offered free rides to customers, but the council deemed it illegal under local regulations.
London politics
fromBusiness Matters
1 day ago

John Lewis dragged into High Court over click-and-collect rent at Brent Cross

The John Lewis Partnership faces a High Court dispute over alleged underpayment of rent related to click-and-collect transactions at Brent Cross shopping centre.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

Swearing banned by one in five councils in England and Wales, finds report on busybody' fines

One in five local councils in England and Wales have banned swearing, using public spaces protection orders to criminalize everyday activities.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

London council pocketed more than 7 million from six LTNs which were ruled unlawful

The High Court ruled six Low Traffic Neighbourhoods unlawful, primarily for raising revenue rather than improving traffic conditions.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

What you need to know as Westminster heads into local elections

Labour gained control of the council for the first time with a 4.7% swing from Conservatives, despite challenges ahead in upcoming elections.
London politics
fromwww.bbc.com
1 day ago

'Affordability not shortage behind housing crisis'

Unaffordable housing in London is a distribution problem, not just a supply issue, with prices rising faster than earnings over two decades.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

Ex-City of London Police officer who assaulted child found to have breached professional standards

A former City of London Police officer was convicted of assaulting a child and found to have breached professional standards.
London politics
fromwww.standard.co.uk
2 days ago

London council scales back controversial yellow box after it raked in 2 million from motorists

Croydon Council modified the Addiscombe Road junction after fines of nearly 2 million were deemed unfair due to flawed enforcement areas.
#london
fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago
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UK: 2 people stabbed in north London, suspect arrested

A man was arrested in London for stabbing two people, prompting concerns about rising antisemitic violence in the area.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago
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London councils' 200m overspend on adult social care

The rising costs of adult social care are pushing London's local governments into significant debt.
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fromwww.dw.com
1 day ago

UK: 2 people stabbed in north London, suspect arrested

A man was arrested in London for stabbing two people, prompting concerns about rising antisemitic violence in the area.
London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
1 day ago

What does the Zoological Society of London do? After 200 years, the answer is still everything' | Martin Rowson

Chunee the elephant's death led to public outrage and the founding of the Zoological Society of London in 1826.
London politics
fromwww.amny.com
22 hours ago

King Charles' NYC visit brings traffic, tight press access and a diamond dig from Mamdani | amNewYork

King Charles III's visit to the 9/11 Memorial included traffic chaos, police presence, and press restrictions, with discussions about the Koh-i-Noor diamond's return.
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fromwww.bbc.com
22 hours ago

Third arrest over Kensington Gardens powder find

The 31-year-old man was arrested on Wednesday at an address in Potters Bar, Hertfordshire, on suspicion of preparing an act of terrorism. He remains in police custody.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

My tenant owes 15,000 in rent, but I can't get them out of the property

Rongmala faces severe financial and emotional distress due to a tenant's non-payment and court delays under new rental laws.
London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Fly-tipping gang sentenced for massive London waste-dumping spree

Four men were sentenced for illegally dumping waste across London, with prison terms ranging from 14 to 28 months for their criminal activities.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

What you need to know as Waltham Forest heads into local elections

Waltham Forest shows a potential shift in political control with Labour dominance challenged by Conservatives and emerging Green successes.
London politics
fromLGBTQ Nation
2 days ago

An LGBTQ+ nightclub burnt down over the weekend. A suspect was just arrested. - LGBTQ Nation

A suspect has been arrested for arson following a significant fire at Pink Punters nightclub in Milton Keynes, with no injuries reported.
#northern-ireland
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fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Police release footage of moment car bomb explodes at Dunmurry police station

A suspected dissident republican attack in Northern Ireland has been condemned by political leaders and police as an act of attempted murder.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Police release footage of moment car bomb explodes at Dunmurry police station

A suspected dissident republican attack in Northern Ireland has been condemned by political leaders and police as an act of attempted murder.
London politics
fromianVisits
2 days ago

London's Pocket Parks: Dibden Street Triangle, Islington, N1

The pocket park on Dibden Street has a complex history of development and changes in housing from the 1800s to the 1970s.
#crime
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fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Woman (44) killed in brutal Waterford assault named locally as gardai quiz man over death

Yveta Donovalova was found critically injured and later pronounced dead after a suspected assault in Waterford.
London politics
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Woman (44) killed in brutal Waterford assault named locally as gardai quiz man over death

Yveta Donovalova was found critically injured and later pronounced dead after a suspected assault in Waterford.
London politics
fromIndependent
2 days ago

Wicklow mum of two children with additional needs days away from eviction - 'Her food alone costs 110 a week'

A single mother of two children with additional needs is facing homelessness despite seeking help from local authorities.
fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Yellow box junction downsized after 2m fines

A recent ruling by London Tribunals ordered the council to cancel any penalty charge notices (PCNs) after adjudicators found the enforcement area to be 'disproportionately large' and 'fundamentally flawed'.
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fromwww.aljazeera.com
2 days ago

UK to appeal High Court ruling that granted Palestine Action a victory

The UK government is appealing a High Court ruling that deemed the proscription of Palestine Action as a terrorist organization unlawful.
fromwww.aljazeera.com
1 day ago

Northern Ireland makes arrest linked to suspected New IRA car bombing

The New IRA declared on Tuesday that it had intended to kill police coming out of the station, according to local outlet Irish News, and warned that it planned to target officers at their homes with bombs.
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fromwww.bbc.com
2 days ago

Antiquities dealer who exposed British Museum thefts dies aged 61

In his final days, Dr. Ittai Gradel received a medal from the British Museum for his significant contribution, highlighting the importance of his work in exposing the thefts.
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London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
2 days ago

Man who killed British father in Australia declared unfit for trial

David Summers-Smith was declared mentally unfit for trial after killing Royce Mallett, leading to indefinite detention in a mental health facility.
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fromIndependent
2 days ago

A sunny sleepy Saturday, a table full of drinks on a rooftop bar... Jack Grealish is guilty of stupidity - nothing more

Jack Grealish often finds himself in trouble due to friends not considering the presence of phones when he is around.
#sexual-assault
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fromThe Local France
3 days ago

US woman speaks of ordeal in France Al-Fayed trafficking probe

Pelham Spong accuses Mohamed Al-Fayed of sexual assault, expressing frustration over his lack of accountability and the pain of multiple victims.
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fromThe Local France
3 days ago

US woman speaks of ordeal in France Al-Fayed trafficking probe

Pelham Spong accuses Mohamed Al-Fayed of sexual assault, expressing frustration over his lack of accountability and the pain of multiple victims.
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fromIndependent
2 days ago

Messages reveal Sean McGovern's plan to have 'easy target' Noel 'Duck Egg' Kirwan killed to restore hitman's 'confidence'

Kinahan cartel leadership casually discussed murder tactics, including targeting innocents, during their feud with the Hutch gang.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Lib Dems pledge 5k rewards for illegal waste tip-offs

Liberal Democrats propose cash rewards up to £5,000 for tips leading to successful prosecutions of fly-tippers to combat illegal waste dumping.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Keep Hampstead ponds access as is, body recommends

Hampstead Heath's ponds will remain trans-inclusive following overwhelming public support and legal advice, despite ongoing scrutiny and a legal challenge.
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fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Residents felt 'intimidated' in councillor flags row

A councillor apologized for inflammatory responses to residents' complaints about St George's flags, citing personal rather than professional communication.
fromIrish Independent
2 days ago

Woman hospitalised with serious injuries after incident at a residence in Waterford

Paramedics fought to stabilise her condition before she was transferred to University Hospital Waterford (UHW) by ambulance. Initial indications are that the woman suffered multiple injuries.
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fromianVisits
3 days ago

London's Alleys: Norfolk Row, Lambeth, SE1

The Dukes of Norfolk are better known as the Howard family, which indirectly provided two wives to King Henry VIII. After falling from favour in 1546, Norfolk was stripped of his dukedom and imprisoned in the Tower of London, only just managing to avoid being executed because King Henry VIII died before it was carried out.
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fromwww.theguardian.com
3 days ago

Peter James rushed to help during the Port Arthur massacre: Some people were falling apart. I would become one of them'

Peter arrived at the command post sometime after 5pm, and police began explaining the scale of the slaughter. The number of deaths wasn't confirmed yet, they said, but it was unthinkably high.
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London politics
fromwww.independent.co.uk
3 days ago

Activist defends crustacean jailbreak' after throwing restaurant crayfish into sea

Emma Smart, an activist, has no regrets about liberating a crayfish from a restaurant despite facing legal consequences and being held in custody.
fromwww.bbc.com
3 days ago

Men who used tipper trucks to dump waste sentenced

CCTV footage shows the men breaking into the areas and directing tipper trucks loaded with rubbish for dumping while trying to hide their faces.
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London politics
fromIndependent
3 days ago

'We are prepared to be arrested' - President Catherine Connolly's sister joins latest flotilla to Gaza

Dr. Margaret Connolly set sail for Gaza to deliver aid and challenge the Israeli naval blockade.
fromIndependent
3 days ago

Trusted family friend jailed for 14 years for rape of two girls

Benedick Joel, 46, was convicted following a Central Criminal Court trial last February of 24 counts of sexual assault and one count of attempted anal rape.
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London politics
fromwww.theguardian.com
4 days ago

Shoplifters aren't just bad to the bone or mums stealing nappies. The truth is more complex| Emily Kenway

Shoplifting offenses in England and Wales have surged to record highs, with individuals like Ryan stealing strategically to make a living.
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fromwww.bbc.com
4 days ago

Complaints as Montenegro embassy moves into house

Residents in Westminster oppose the Embassy of Montenegro's presence in a family home, citing lack of local support for the planning decision.
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fromwww.standard.co.uk
5 days ago

Annabel's owner admits 'dumb mistake' after managers paid 70,000 in bonuses from staff tips

Annabel's club misallocated over £70,000 in staff tips to pay managers' bonuses, causing outrage among workers reliant on gratuities.
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