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Brilliant 3D Tube maps show what stations look like beneath streets
TfL released its own drawings of every London Underground station’s public areas, including tunnels foot tunnels and stairs
Is the UK becoming less safe for Jewish people?
Today we look at how safe Jewish people feel in the UK, and the political response to a string of violent incidents in which they’ve been targeted. It’s pro…
Inside the £120,000,000 upgrade to South Kensington Tube station
South Kensington Tube station will undergo a major refurbishment and upgrade works, with the newly developed station to be unveiled in 2029.
Alan Titchmarsh ‘heartbroken’ after discovery at home
Alan Titchmarsh returned home with his wife to find the devastation
Italy and Portugal latest set to ditch EU border rules after chaos across Europe
Tourists may be able to enter both countries with only a passport stamp ahead of the May half-term holiday
King’s speech to US Congress was ‘high stakes’ moment of state visit, Palace says
Charles delivered the address on his sternest diplomatic test to date, but both the speech and the visit as a whole have been received well on both sides of the Atlantic
Council orders patriotic Briton to stop flying ‘offensive and intimidating’ Union Jack
The London resident remains defiant, insisting he will not comply with the council’s demand
Reopening Strait of Hormuz will not mean ‘return to normal’, Starmer warns
The Prime Minister also insisted the UK must ‘take a different course’ for its future than returning to the ‘status quo’.
Zack Polanski hits back at Met chief over Golders Green attack arrest criticism
Sir Mark Rowley criticised the Green Party leader after he shared a post which suggested police had used excessive force at the Golders Green terror attack
Starmer pleads with Labour to unite ahead of local elections as wipeout predicted
Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting are both said to be considering bids for the Labour leadership after the local elections on May 7
Starmer leadership rivals should ‘give their head a wobble’ – Cabinet minister
Transport Secretary Heidi Alexander’s warning comes after the PM urged Labour not to repeat the Conservative Party mistake of ‘political infighting’.
Spain demands Israel release ‘kidnapped’ Gaza flotilla crew member
Foreign Minister expresses concern about ‘illegal detention’ of Saif Abukeshek, asserts he was ‘kidnapped’.
Timmy the humpback whale escapes to the North Sea
The whale calf’s repeated stranding off the coast of Germany sparked widespread concern and extensive media coverage.
What you missed this week internationally
The iconic French baguette is in danger, Africa’s largest airport is being built in Ethiopia for $12.5 billion, and more news from around the world.
Taiwan’s Lai lands in Eswatini in a trip delayed by lack of overflight clearance
Eswatini remains the only African nation without tariff-free access to China’s market due to its ties with Taiwan.
Timmy the stranded whale rescued after weekslong effort
Timmy captured the hearts of whale lovers across the globe who rooted for a happy ending for the humpback.
US airlines step up as Spirit winds down
US air carriers on Saturday mobilized to help passengers and crew members stranded by the overnight shutdown of Spirit Airlines, after the low-cost carrier’s last-minute talks with creditors and the
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President Donald Trump talks to reporters before he boards Air Force One at Palm Beach International Airport in West Palm Beach, Fla., Saturday May 2, 2026, en route Miami. (AP
Trump says he is reviewing new Iranian proposal to end war
President Donald Trump said on Saturday that he was reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war.
Verstappen sees light at the end of tunnel
Four-time world champion Max Verstappen said he could “see light at the end of the tunnel” after claiming an impressive second place in Saturday’s qualifying for Sunday’s Miami Grand Prix.
President Trump says he is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war
President Donald Trump says he is reviewing a new Iranian proposal to end the war but expressed skepticism it would be acceptable.
Man charged with murdering Indigenous girl in Australian outback
An Australian man has been charged with murdering a young Indigenous girl in a “deeply distressing” case that has stirred grief across the nation, police said Sunday.
After Trump dismissed another proposal, Iran says ‘ball is in US’ court’, ready for ‘negotiated settlement or war’
An Iranian proposal that Trump has so far rejected would open shipping in the Hormuz & end the US blockade, leaving talks on Iran’s nuclear programme for later. | World News
Germany says U.S. troop withdrawal ‘anticipated’, Spain and Italy could be next
Germany’s defense minister is playing down the impact of the Pentagon’s decision to pull 5,000 troops from the country, but the move has rattled NATO allies and added to growing fears that Europe can no longer rely on Washington.
OPEC+ to make first post-UAE production decision
Seven OPEC+ members are meeting Sunday to make their first decision on oil-production quotas since the United Arab Emirates’ departure from the cartel, which added to the soaring price pressure
Police arrest suspect over poisoned HiPP baby food
A 39-year-old man has been arrested in Austria for his alleged involvement in an attempt to blackmail a German baby food manufacturer.
Spain demands Israel release ‘kidnaped’ Gaza flotilla crew member
Foreign Minister expresses concern about ‘illegal detention’ of Saif Abukeshek, asserts he was ‘kidnapped’.
SNP in denial over growing mental health crisis, says Sarwar
Scottish Labour revealed there were more than 700,000 mental health related calls to NHS24 from 2021-2025.
‘Complete Lockdown?’ Presidential Response Sparks National Security Questions
Trump Emergency LIVE: ‘Complete Lockdown?’ Presidential Response Sparks National Security Questions President Donald Trump aggressively shut down a reporter…
Scotland has suffered nearly 7,000 days of failure under SNP, Findlay says
The Scottish Tory leader accused John Swinney’s party of having a ‘reverse Midas touch’.
Charming walk with wisteria feels like stepping into real life fairytale
This charming walk through London will feel like you’re stepping into a real life fairytale as you get to enjoy all the blooming flowers during the spring months
Charming London walk with wisteria-lined streets feels like real-life fairytale
Get this gorgeous spring walk in your diary now as you get to enjoy all the stunning views and wisteria along the way. It’s the perfect walk for your Sunday plans
Inside “Hexit”, Reform’s plan to break up London
Nigel Farage backs a campaign for Havering independence. Sound familiar?
Barack Obama Arrest Sparks Firestorm, White House Reacts, Donald Trump Responds
DNI Tulsi Gabbard escalated her claims against the Obama-era Intelligence leadership, alleging they orchestrated a conspiracy to delegitimize Donald Trump’s …
AI spending is the only thing from keeping the US economy from falling off a cliff
The only thing keeping the US economy from falling off a cliff is AI spending.
I ran the London Marathon 45 times but now it is time to rest
Mac Speake, 84, is coming to terms with ending his tradition of running every London Marathon.
this is how Londoners can really help’
Verral Paul-Walcott has been helping the homeless and those in need since lockdown and has seen his help needed even more in recent months
The lost horse stables that are now a pub and famous market
Stables Market in Camden Town is on the site of a vast Victorian network of railways and canals that were once served by heavy horses hauling goods…
Iconic South London pub reopens after three-month refurbishment
The pub in South West London has been a local landmark for decades
Teenager charged over Peter Kay ‘bomb hoax’ after show evacuated
Omar Majed, 19, was arrested after reports of a ‘suspicious bag’ saw Kay taken off stage mid-performance
UK airlines will be able to cancel flights in advance this summer amid fuel shortages
Passengers could also be moved from their original plane to a similar one to reduce fuel waste
St James’s Food Fair: Future of Food Festival’s First Ever Food Fair Lands on 16th May
St James’s is set to host the first-ever St James’s Food Fair on Saturday 16th May, transforming St James’s Market – already home to some of the capital’s most celebrated restaurants – into a vibrant, family-friendly celebration for food lovers. The Food Fair brings together some of London’s most exciting chefs, restaurants, producers and purpose-led […]
Has West Ham’s defeat by Brentford opened relegation escape route for Tottenham?
Tottenham were the biggest winners as fellow Premier League strugglers West Ham hit the woodwork four times in their 3-0 defeat at Brentford.
London Stabbing Case: Man Charged After Attack on Jewish Men, Terror Probe Underway
A knife attack took place in the Golders Green area, where a suspect allegedly targeted Jewish individuals. Police detained the attacker at the scene using a…
Fulham ‘second best’ and ‘not at the level, Silva admits
Marco Silva confirmed Fulham were hampered by a sickness bug in the lead-up to their 3-0 defeat at Arsenal – but he refused to use that as an excuse for his team’s woeful display. Sander Berge was absent from the squad because of the illness, while other players have been affected over the past few […]
Has Viktor Gyokeres proved his critics wrong?
The talk before the season was that Arsenal needed a 20-goal-a-season striker to win a trophy – and now they finally have one in Viktor Gyokeres.
London’s top cop warns British Jews face greatest-ever threat as Iran-linked group claims attack spree
London’s top cop is warning that British Jews are facing the most serious threats yet, as police probe a shadowy Iran-linked group taking credit for spree of antisemitic attacks.
Starmer pleads with MPs to unite ahead of elections as threats to his leadership grow
Andy Burnham and Wes Streeting are both said to be considering bids for the Labour leadership after the local elections on May 7
Carol Vorderman condemns Reform UK over dodgy maths and issues warning
Countdown legend Carol sat down with the Mirror for a no holds barred conversation about the upcoming local elections – and both Reform and leader Nigel Farage were in the firing line








