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Latest News... (Source: BBC News)

Man detained for repeatedly stabbing girl in Leicester Square
Ioan Pintaru is sentenced at the Old Bailey for the random knife attack on the 11-year-old girl.
M&S staff treated in hospital for CO poisoning
It is believed the people treated were Marks & Spencer staff members and no customers are affected.
Couple accused of starving daughter deny murder
The pair also denied manslaughter, causing or allowing the death of a child, and child cruelty.
Croydon mayor refuses to apologise over parking row
A contractor was filmed painting a bay around a parked car resulting in PCN fines being issued.
Stephen Lawrence killer David Norris denied parole
Norris was handed a life sentence in 2012 for murdering the teenager in a racist 1993 attack.
Council puts hire bike operators on 'last warning'
The council said e-bike hire operators Lime and Forest must tackle dangerous parking and riding.
Mayor urged to take action over Zipcar departure
A City Hall meeting will discuss policy suggestions to fill the gap left by Zipcar leaving London.
Ex-Arsenal player's inquest 'will not be short process'
The coroner has asked police to investigate the nature of contact between Billy Vigar and another player.
Classroom cacophony shifts to calm with outside lessons
An east London primary school is one of four schools in a study of noise levels inside and outside.
Man's body hit by Tube and struck six times, inquest told
Brian Mitchell was killed on Boxing Day 2023 on platform 13 at Stratford station, his inquest hears.
Five councillors leave Labour for Greens
The Greens now have representation on Brent Council, but Labour still retain political control.
Met call centre staff to strike on New Year's Eve
Unite the union says the workers have not had a pay increase from the Met for this financial year.
Undercover police spy gives evidence at inquiry
Mark "Cassidy" Jenner had a five year relationship with an activist while married with children.
Christmas uncertainty for family of girl with rare condition
Zarwa has been receiving treatment for a rare condition since 2020 and spent last Christmas in Great Ormond Street Hospital.
How unwanted coats are changing lives this winter
Some 20,000 unwanted coats will be collected, distributed and gifted to those in need.
Hidden homeless: 'I slept on buses and in front of security cameras'
NHS worker Maria explains how she found herself with nowhere to live after losing her job of 20 years.
Why so many people break 20mph speed limits (it's more complicated than you think)
After receiving a speeding ticket, Evan Davis explores why so many people have broken 20mph limits across the country.
'School punished my child because I missed her parents' evening'
Louise Butcher is one of many parents who say a federation's two schools are too strict with pupils.
'I escaped Syria like a criminal, and came back a hero'
Imad Alarnab, who fled to London from Damascus in 2015, returned to Syria for the first time last month.
'I don't want to leave the house because of Crohn's'
For years doctors thought Lucy Dare had an eating disorder before she was finally diagnosed with Crohn's.
How to choose and look after your Christmas tree
A guide for Londoners on how to select and look after your Christmas tree this festive season.
Hospitality sector could shed 100,000 more jobs, trade body warns
UKHospitality is particularly worried about the impact of the recent Budget on youth employment.
'I don't know who would leave it there' - clearing up badly parked e-bikes
Councils have called for greater powers to be able to seize e-bikes left badly parked in their areas.
Childminders on moving beyond the living room
Childminders are now allowed to work in places like churches and schools - but will this stop so many leaving the profession?
Quarter of forces lack basic policies on sexual offences, Sarah Everard inquiry finds
The report, four years after the 33-year-old's murder, says urgent action is needed to prevent violent, sexual attacks against women.
'Budget may be breaking point for London business'
BBC London gauges reaction from businesses across the capital on the impact of Rachel Reeves's Budget.
What does the Budget mean for London?
Chancellor Rachel Reeves's Budget brings change for London with new funding policies and tax changes.
'Fake speed camera was bliss, we're sad it's gone'
Residents say it made a "massive difference" to traffic speeds - until the council removed it.
Mum of two left penniless by Tinder scammer
A mother of two tells the BBC she felt "embarrassed" and "stupid" after giving her savings away to a fraudster she met online.
'Victims drop out fearing daunting court hearings'
Giving evidence in court can be traumatising says London victims' commissioner Claire Waxman.
Freedom Pass row: A fair perk or an expensive policy?
The Freedom Pass allows residents over 66 to travel across the capital for free.
Chelsea host Palace in Women's FA Cup fourth round
Holders Chelsea are handed a home tie against Crystal Palace in the draw for the fourth round of the Women's FA Cup.
Arsenal fear White will be out for over a month
Arsenal fear defender Ben White faces a minimum of a month out after suffering a hamstring injury in their win over Wolves.
Maresca 'happy' at Chelsea but wounds remain open
Chelsea manager Enzo Maresca is evasive when asked to explain his claim that he has endured his "worst 48 hours" at the club and lacked support.
'No protection' for Maresca after 'premeditated' comments - Rooney
Chelsea boss Enzo Maresca is unlikely to get any "protection" due to cryptic comments seemingly aimed at the club's ownership, says former Manchester United striker Wayne Rooney.
'Burning, annoying' - Frank calls for time after 'very bad' Spurs loss
"It's pretty evident if no-one gets the time, no-one can turn it around," says Thomas Frank as Spurs beaten at Nottingham Forest.
Harlequins score 10 tries in thrashing of Bayonne
Harlequins register their first Investec Champions Cup win of the season, scoring 10 tries in a convincing 68-14 victory against Bayonne.
Why is Downing Street painted black?
...and 364 other London facts, are the subject of tour guide Jonnie Fielding's new book.
Smithfield and Billingsgate finally know new home
Plans have been announced to move the historic markets to the Royal Docks in east London.
Kensington starts seizing e-bikes to curb parking chaos
RBKC now charges a retrieval fee to operators if their bikes are illegally parked.
Listed Londoner: Rooney Keefe, Grime Pioneer and Documentarian
Author, documentarian, Grime pioneer, Cabbie. Rooney Keefe answers the famous 15.

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.