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Fruit and veg seller fined £100K after pigeon and rat droppings found on food
Pigeon droppings, rat droppings and gnawed food were among the inspector’s findings
London set to swelter in rare May tropical night as temperatures soar
London expected to be hotter than Barbados as ‘unprecedented’ May heatwave set to be confirmed
Muswell Hill’s new Italian gets everything right
From the first bite of burrata to a creamy tiramisu – Muswell Hill’s new Italian Rossella gets everything right, according to our reviewer.
What will Trump do next with Iran?
Three months since the start of its conflict with Iran, the Trump administration is oscillating between strike threats and diplomatic overtures. Neither path has yielded a clear resolution.
Tens of thousands rally in Serbia for antigovernment demonstrations
The student-led movement, which began after the Novi Sad disaster in November 2024, is pushing for early elections.
Second Ebola treatment center set ablaze in Congo, 18 suspected cases fleeing
No one was hurt in the attack, according to initial reports but as patients ran out to escape, 18 people with suspected Ebola infections left the facility. | World News
Iran, Pakistan send revised proposal to US as mediated talks progress, Trump’s response expected by Sunday
Officials suggested that Washington and Tehran were nearing agreement on a memorandum of understanding. | World News
Gaza flotilla activists return to Ireland, UK
Gaza flotilla activists return to Ireland, UK | World News
Trump claims peace deal with Iran ‘largely negotiated’ with strait of Hormuz to open
President’s claim is tempered by Pakistani PM’s hopes of hosting more talks ‘very soon’, and Iran’s Fars news agency saying strait of Hormuz will remain under Iranian control
World leaders warn against connecting Jerusalem to Ma’ale Adumim
Leaders from Canada, Britain, France, Germany and other countries issued an unusual joint statement opposing Israel’s policies in Judea and Samaria and expressing support for a two-state solution.
5 key takeaways from POTUS’ Truth Social post
Trump revealed that a significant agreement related to the US-Iran war is close to being finalized, following calls with Middle Eastern countries and Netanyahu.
Trump says a deal with Iran and opening of Strait of Hormuz are ‘largely negotiated’
President Donald Trump said Saturday that a deal with Iran, including opening the Strait of Hormuz, has been “largely negotiated” after calls with Israel and other allies in the region.
‘Damage in every district of Kyiv’ — Massive Russian ballistic missile, drone attack kills 2, injures over 80
Russian forces launched a large-scale missile attack on Kyiv overnight on May 24, officials reported.
Trump touts Iran breakthrough but details remain unclear
President Trump announced the unfinalized deal on social media after talks with Israel and other allies. Iran did not officially confirm the deal, and state media contradicted parts of it.
Details of potential US-Iran deal begin to emerge after Trump announces progress
President Donald Trump says a deal with Iran on the war, including opening the Strait of Hormuz, has been “largely negotiated” after talks with regional allies.
Several dead in Russian attack on Kyiv region, Moscow confirms using hypersonic O missile
At least four people have been killed and dozens more have been injured in a massive Russian drone and missile attack Sunday on Ukraine’s capital Kyiv and its surrounding region, officials said. The…
The seven-second test on whether to walk your dog in a heatwave
Vets are warning dog owners to be alert to signs of their pets overheating as temperatures are set to soar above 30C
New London Plan will be ‘streamlined to boost number of houses built’
Officials are set to become far more ‘interventionist’ when calling in rejected planning applications, allowing City Hall to ultimately have the final say on new homes over councils in many cases
Fenix, London W1: ‘Big, bright, brash, dumbed down, shameless and open to all’ – restaurant review
Can taramasalata, hummus or moussaka ever be fancy? Short answer: yes
Why the stakes are high in Spurs & West Ham’s relegation shootout
Why the stakes could not be higher in Tottenham and West Ham’s relegation shootout.
Death notices and funeral announcements from the Ham & High
Last week Hampstead published 1 death notice, read more for the details.
Brit couple saved £20k on hotels bills when travelling
Mike and Emily have barely had to spend on accommodation at all by employing a very clever tactic
firms are scrambling to rebrand themselves as tech-focused
PR executives say UK companies are forcing them to present ordinary automation as artificial intelligence
Residents fear independent shops becoming McDonald’s or supermarket
A grocer, café and dry cleaners would all be impacted if the plans were to be approved
MPs raise concerns over ‘climate of fear’ in live music industry
They called for an investigation into potential market dominance in the sector.
‘I drove around one of London’s busiest roads and it was an absolute nightmare’
It’s not an easy task driving round the Central London shopping district
Regeneration of one corner of London spearheads sharp decline in deprivation
While an expert has admitted there remains ‘plenty of problems’ he said Londoners tend to now have a ‘higher standard of living than decades ago’
Army preparing for Russia war in disused London Underground station
In the dark, echoing tunnels beneath central London, soldiers move through a space that was once part of the capital’s transport network. Now, it is a command centre for a war that has not happened—but is being prepared for as if it already has.
Highs of 32C forecast as London bakes in bank holiday heatwave
London hotter than St Lucia as ‘unprecedented’ heatwave builds over the capital
Another attempt on Trump’s life
LBC’s Joseph Draper updates Matthew Wright on the latest attempted assassination of Donald Trump. A suspected gunman was shot dead by Secret Service after op…
Starmer ally warns Labour against ‘fantasy politics’ in battle to replace him
Chief Secretary to the Prime Minister Darren Jones said a debate about the party’s future must not distract from efforts to improve the country.
Police bill for investigation into SNP finances tops £2m
Operation Branchform was launched in 2021.
Secret Service rush Reporters To Shelter; Scary Videos Emerge From DC
White House shooting scare LIVE: Secret Service rushed reporters to shelter after multiple gunshots were heard near the White House in Washington DC. Dramati…
Suspect dead after approaching White House checkpoint with weapon
A person who approached a White House security checkpoint and began firing at officers has died, according to federal officials.The U.S. Secret Service said …
Two wounded in shooting near White House, US media reports
Two people have been wounded in a shooting near the White House, including a suspect and possible bystander, law enforcement sources tell the BBC’s US partne…
LIVE: Suspect In White House Shooting Killed
LIVE: Suspect In White House Shooting Killed | Gunshots Heard Near White House | Trump | US NewsA major security alert unfolded near the White House after re…
Firefighters called to blaze at shops and flats as eight fire engines scrambled
Fire crews remain at the scene and the blaze is now under investigation
The cherished Hampstead Heath swimming pond that’s 100 years old
Kenwood Ladies Pond turns 100 this year as we look back to where the iconic freshwater ponds on Hampstead Heath came into being.
Doctor’s 90 minute rule to help you sleep better
A well-known GP has shared some simple tips to help people sleep better
Alexandra Palace crowned London’s ‘best day out’ for accessibility
Alexandra Palace, between Wood Green and Muswell Hill, has been recognised for its commitment to accessibility.
Zelenskyy says ‘time is right’ for Ukraine to start process of joining EU
His comments come as Russia accuses Ukraine of killing 12 in an attack on a college.
Chile’s MAGA-inspired border control
Chile digs desert trenches along its northern border as President José Antonio Kast pushes a hardline migration crackdown critics say may have little effect.
Watch China launch Shenzhou 23 astronauts to its Tiangong space station on May 24
China’s Shenzhou 23 mission to Tiangong will relieve an overdue crew and could see the beginning of the country’s first year-long stay in orbit. Watch it live on Sunday (May 24).
France bans Israeli security minister Ben Gvir from country
France announced on Saturday it has banned Israeli National Security Minister Itamar Ben Gvir from entry for mocking bound activists seized by Israeli soldiers on a Gaza-bound aid flotilla.
France bans far-right Israeli minister Ben-Gvir over abuse of activists
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noel Barrot said France would not tolerate its nationals being threatened or intimidated.
France bans far-right Israeli minister Ben-Gvir from French territory
Far-right Israeli Security Minister Itamar Ben-Gvir has been banned from French territory, France’s Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot said in a social media post Saturday. Ben-Gvir came under heavy criticism…
France bans Israel’s Ben-Gvir from entry
French Foreign Minister Jean-Noël Barrot also called for EU sanctions on the far-right Israeli minister, who has been widely criticized for taunting activists aboard the Global Sumud flotilla.
Trump Says A Deal With Iran And Opening Of Strait Of Hormuz Are ‘Largely Negotiated’
Announcing progress on social media, Trump said final aspects and details of the deal are being discussed and will be announced “shortly.”
‘Damage in every district of Kyiv’ — Massive Russian ballistic missile, drone attack on capital kills 1, injures 24
Russian forces launched a large-scale missile attack on Kyiv overnight on May 24, officials reported.








