London News

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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Harvey Tyrrell death: Boy, 7, electrocuted by 'defective' lights
Harvey Tyrrell was electrocuted after climbing over a wall at the King Harold Pub in Romford.
Large cannabis factory discovered near Bank of England
The Square Mile's first-ever cannabis factory was found after a tip-off about a "strong smell".
Neasden stabbings: Man charged with delivery driver's murder
Amine Laouar was also charged in connection with two separate stabbings in the Neasden area.
City of London statues removed over 'slavery link'
Statues of William Beckford and Sir John Cass are to be removed from the Guildhall in Moorgate.
Uber: London cabbies plan to sue for damages
Thousands of the capital's taxi drivers have already signed up to the planned group legal action.
London Marathon organisers 'optimistic' 2021 race will have record 50,000 runners
London Marathon organisers are "very optimistic" a record 50,000 runners will be able to take part in the race when it is held on 3 October.
Southwark police car crash: Man jailed for injuring officers
Haydon Martin was under the influence of drugs and driving at 60mph at the time.
Covid: Infections 'must be brought down' to help NHS
Researchers warn that unless something changes, hospitals will continue facing significant pressure.
'I've never met my team but have lunch with them weekly'
Some firms are encouraging staff who are working from home to take their lunch breaks together.
How to protect your mental health
Advice on protecting your mental health during the coronavirus outbreak.
New guidance - what must I do?
Step-by-step, what to do to help prevent the spread of the virus.
Coronavirus: What it does to the body
What is it like to have the coronavirus, how will it affect you and how is it treated?
Coronavirus: What are the social distancing rules?
Keeping a certain distance away from other people cuts the risk of passing on - or catching - coronavirus.
Covid map: Coronavirus cases, deaths, vaccinations by country
Key maps and charts explaining how the virus has spread around the world.
QPR: Tom Carroll set to miss three months with knee ligament damage
Queen's Park Rangers midfielder Tom Carroll looks set to miss three months after tearing knee ligaments.
Jean-Philippe Mateta: Crystal Palace complete loan deal for Mainz striker
Crystal Palace sign striker Jean-Philippe Mateta on an 18-month loan from Mainz.
Continental Tyres League Cup: West Ham United 3-0 Durham
West Ham United cruise into the semi-finals of the Continental Cup with a convincing 3-0 win over Durham.
Abbie McManus: Tottenham Hotspur sign Manchester United defender on loan
Tottenham sign Manchester United defender Abbie McManus on loan until the end of the season.
Fulham 1-2 Man Utd: Paul Pogba fires United back to the top of the Premier League
Paul Pogba scores a superb winner as Manchester United reclaim top spot in the Premier League by coming from behind for a club-record equalling away win at Fulham.

Latest Sports News... (Source: BBC News)

Chelsea to face Swansea in semi
Bradford's reward for knocking Arsenal out of the Capital One Cup is a semi-final against Aston Villa, while Chelsea take on Swansea.
Humphreys urges responsibility
London Irish fly-half Ian Humphreys urges their senior players to help instil a winning mentality at the strugglers.
Leeds United 1-5 Chelsea
Chelsea come from a goal down to thrash Leeds at Elland Road and qualify for the Capital One Cup semi-finals.
Worcester v London Welsh (Fri)
London Welsh travel to Worcester for Friday's Premiership fixture at Sixways (20:00 GMT)
London to host Paralympic Worlds
London is named the host city for the 2017 Paralympic Athletics World Championships, the Mayor of London announces.
Wilshere & 4 others get new deals
Aaron Ramsey, Alex-Oxlade Chamberlain, Carl Jenkinson, Jack Wilshere and Kieran Gibbs sign long-term contracts at Arsenal.
Arsenal/West Ham match called off
Arsenal's Premier League match against West Ham on Boxing Day is called off over a possible underground strike.
Farah the greatest, says Salazar
Mo Farah should be regarded as the greatest 5,000m and 10,000m runner of all time, says his coach Alberto Salazar.
Fulham recall Stockdale from Hull
Fulham recall goalkeeper David Stockdale from his loan at Championship side Hull City with immediate effect.
Watkins ponders single scull move
Olympic double scull champion Anna Watkins is considering trying to become Britain's first single scull gold medallist in Rio.
Randall eyeing Broncos momentum
London Broncos hooker Chad Randall hopes the Super League side can carry their end-of-season form into 2013.
Brighton 2-2 Millwall
David Lopez's 88th-minute penalty salvages a point for Brighton as they come back from 2-0 down to draw with Millwall.
Bees boss Rosler criticises FA
Brentford manager Uwe Rosler criticises the Football Association after their re-arranged FA Cup replay against Bradford.
Ramprakash joins Middlesex staff
Middlesex appoint former batsman Mark Ramprakash as their new batting coach on a two-year contract.
Brentford 4-2 Bradford
Marcello Trotta scores twice as Brentford become the first side to beat Bradford in a cup game this season.