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Harry Farr (right) has played Ollie Carter on EastEnders for nearly a decade

EastEnders star set to leave BBC soap after 9 years as exit scenes filmed

John Challis’ final Only Fools and Horses documentary, A Marriage Made in Peckham, seeks a UK broadcaster.

John Challis’ final Only Fools and Horses documentary, A Marriage Made in Peckham, seeks a UK broadcaster.

Only Fools and Horses

Only Fools and Horses star final appearance could air four years after his death

Spotify is cracking down on family plan sharing.

Spotify is cracking down on family plan sharing.

Spotify users face crack down on plan changes with 12-month ban

Blue Planet 3 will air this weekend with David Attenborough returning to narrate the series again

Blue Planet 3 will air this weekend with David Attenborough returning to narrate the series again

Everything to know as Blue Planet III with David Attenborough to air on BBC One

The BBC has announced that DIY SOS will be rested in 2027 as part of the broadcaster’s latest round of cost-cutting measures.

The BBC has announced that DIY SOS will be rested in 2027 as part of the broadcaster’s latest round of cost-cutting measures.

40,000 sign petition to save 'essential' BBC show as its 'rested' after 27 years

During more than 30 years working for London's transport network Frank Pick commissioned the posters, font, stations and branding that has become iconic all over the world.

During more than 30 years working for London's transport network Frank Pick commissioned the posters, font, stations and branding that has become iconic all over the world.

London Underground

Blue plaque honours the man who shaped London's iconic Tube network

Eight people have been arrested after a crackdown on illegal gambling

Eight people have been arrested after a crackdown on illegal gambling

Metropolitan Police

Eight people arrested as police crackdown on suspected illegal gambling in businesses

A Knit and Natter has knitted a police force armed with speed cameras (Image: Joe Lord)

A Knit and Natter has knitted a police force armed with speed cameras (Image: Joe Lord)

Steve Allen, comedian

The thin blue wool line: Knitted police are tackling speeding drivers

Prince William reveals the 2 very different jobs he wanted instead of royal life

Meta Glasses have proved to be a controversial subject recently due to privacy concerns.

Meta Glasses have proved to be a controversial subject recently due to privacy concerns.

I was anxious to wear controversial Meta Glasses - I loved 1 thing but hated another

The adults’ library at Hornsey Library will temporarily close from November 27 while essential improvement works are carried out

The adults’ library at Hornsey Library will temporarily close from November 27 while essential improvement works are carried out

Local government

Hornsey Library adults’ section to close for RAAC roof repairs until spring 2027

3 in 10 Brits rush meals out with friends because of time pressures

Homes and interiors

Fireplaces, beams, and cornicing considered most stylish interior details

The Chase star leaves punters stunned after surprise appearance to host pub quiz

The pop-up Flower Pharmacy was a one-day-only event.

The pop-up Flower Pharmacy was a one-day-only event.

UK's first 'Flower Pharmacy' opens with bouquets to boost, calm or energise moods

Rylan Clark teamed up with George Baggs to prank cinemagoers with a jump scare

Rylan Clark teamed up with George Baggs to prank cinemagoers with a jump scare

Rylan Clark and Gogglebox star team up to prank cinema visitors with jump scares

Enfield welcomes Mayor of Gladbeck as twin-town friendship continues to flourish

Enfield welcomes Mayor of Gladbeck as twin-town friendship continues to flourish

Local government

Gladbeck mayor visits Enfield to mark 50 years of town twinning

Sport

Chelsea v Tottenham Hotspur - Premier League - Stamford Bridge
Tottenham Hotspur's Sandro Tonali (left) and Chelsea’s Morgan Rogers battle for the ball during the Premier League match at Stamford Bridge, London

'Spurs and storms blow Chelsea off course'

The Old Grammarians Unicorns celebrate winning the Plate final of the Saracens ARFC Sonics Charity Shield (Image: EIRFC)

The Old Grammarians Unicorns celebrate winning the Plate final of the Saracens ARFC Sonics Charity Shield (Image: EIRFC)

Enfield Ignations RFC

Old Grammarians Unicorns roar to Plate triumph after dominant final victory

Nurel Huseyin has a shot for Enfield Borough against Alexandra Park (Image: Luke Dixon)

Nurel Huseyin has a shot for Enfield Borough against Alexandra Park (Image: Luke Dixon)

Enfield Borough Women FC

Enfield Borough Women pay price for defensive errors in Alexandra Park cup defeat

Chelsea's Ellie Carpenter celebrates scoring their side's sixth goal of the game during the Barclays Women's Super League match at Stamford Bridge, London

Chelsea's Ellie Carpenter celebrates scoring their side's sixth goal of the game during the Barclays Women's Super League match at Stamford Bridge, London

Chelsea teams thrill fans with 8-2 weekend goal spree

Monet Ollivierre celebrates scoring for Enfield Borough against Basildon Town (Image: Sniperpose)

Monet Ollivierre celebrates scoring for Enfield Borough against Basildon Town (Image: Sniperpose)

Enfield Borough FC

Enfield Borough make it five unbeaten but let two leads slip in Basildon Town draw

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London News

Eight people have been arrested after a crackdown on illegal gambling

Metropolitan Police

Eight people arrested as police crackdown on suspected illegal gambling in businesses

Neurodivergent young people across London receive mental health and wellbeing support thanks to London Freemasons

Neurodivergent young people across London receive mental health and wellbeing support thanks to London Freemasons

Nearly 100 neurodivergent young people to receive mental health support at home

L-R: Daphne (pupil at Anson Primary School), Nick Hoare (Store Manager), Martin Hastings (CEO, Leyland), Simon Pile (Headteacher, Anson Primary School), Mira (pupil), Natasha Bisnath (Deputy Store Manager), Naivasha Elworthy (Head of Marketing)

L-R: Daphne (pupil at Anson Primary School), Nick Hoare (Store Manager), Martin Hastings (CEO, Leyland), Simon Pile (Headteacher, Anson Primary School), Mira (pupil), Natasha Bisnath (Deputy Store Manager), Naivasha Elworthy (Head of Marketing)

London schools invited to compete for share of £10,000 makeover prize

Band play emotional final set before indefinite hiatus

The Strawberry Hill Flower Festival is returning this September

The Strawberry Hill Flower Festival is returning this September

Flower festival at historic villa to expand with immersive experiences

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London Calling

Ronnie Scott's first opened in 1959 in a basement in Gerrard Street Soho and moved to its current location in Frith Street in 1965.

The world famous London jazz club that started in a humble Soho cellar

I got a selfie with Moana at The Park Lane Hilton for a delicious Moana and Disney themed afternoon tea.

I got a selfie with Moana at The Park Lane Hilton for a delicious Moana and Disney themed afternoon tea.

We tried a Moana afternoon tea and the Disney themed cakes were welcome

I stayed at the Four Seasons Tower Bridge Heritage Suite and tried out the new Copper’s Cut restaurant - it was a delight

I stayed at the Four Seasons Tower Bridge Heritage Suite and tried out the new Copper’s Cut restaurant - it was a delight

Four Seasons Hotel

‘London’s serene and luxurious hotel, spa and steakhouse - I felt like royalty’

Fulham Pier Hotel was described as an ‘urban resort’ - and it definitely felt like it

Fulham Pier Hotel was described as an ‘urban resort’ - and it definitely felt like it

‘I stayed at London’s new urban resort hotel next door to a major football stadium’

The main bar at Upstairs at Ronnie's which opens to the public on February 6, 2026 at the world famous Ronnie Scott's Jazz club in Soho.

The main bar at Upstairs at Ronnie's which opens to the public on February 6, 2026 at the world famous Ronnie Scott's Jazz club in Soho.

Legendary jazz club Ronnie Scott's reveals opening line-up for glamorous new venue

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Harry Farr (right) has played Ollie Carter on EastEnders for nearly a decade

Harry Farr (right) has played Ollie Carter on EastEnders for nearly a decade

EastEnders star set to leave BBC soap after 9 years as exit scenes filmed

See violin master André Rieu and his 60-piece Johann Strauss Orchestra with Just Go Holidays

See violin master André Rieu and his 60-piece Johann Strauss Orchestra with Just Go Holidays

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John Challis’ final Only Fools and Horses documentary, A Marriage Made in Peckham, seeks a UK broadcaster.

John Challis’ final Only Fools and Horses documentary, A Marriage Made in Peckham, seeks a UK broadcaster.

Only Fools and Horses

Only Fools and Horses star final appearance could air four years after his death

Spotify is cracking down on family plan sharing.

Spotify is cracking down on family plan sharing.

Spotify users face crack down on plan changes with 12-month ban

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National Sport

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick arriving at Carrington Training Centre (Annabel Lee-Ellis)

Manchester United manager Michael Carrick arriving at Carrington Training Centre (Annabel Lee-Ellis)

Michael Carrick expected to remain in charge for Man Utd trip to Chelsea

Marc Guehi and goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma have faced criticism (Martin Rickett/PA).

Marc Guehi and goalkeeper Gianluigi Donnarumma have faced criticism (Martin Rickett/PA).

Manchester City boss Enzo Maresca leaps to defence of under-fire duo

Tiffany takes in the surroundings at Keeneland (Neil Morrice/PA)

Tiffany takes in the surroundings at Keeneland (Neil Morrice/PA)

Home comforts the order of the day for Prescott with Tiffany this weekend

Carrick arrived early at the training ground on Tuesday (Annabel Lee-Ellis/PA)

Carrick arrived early at the training ground on Tuesday (Annabel Lee-Ellis/PA)

Michael Carrick future uncertain as he arrives at Man Utd’s training ground

Harry Kane savours winning the men’s Ballon d’Or (Kin Cheung/AP)

Harry Kane savours winning the men’s Ballon d’Or (Kin Cheung/AP)

Harry Kane describes Ballon d’Or win as a ‘dream come true’ then eyes repeat win

England’s Harry Kane with the Ballon d’Or (Kin Cheung/AP)

England’s Harry Kane with the Ballon d’Or (Kin Cheung/AP)

Harry Kane wins 2026 men’s Ballon d’Or ahead of Kylian Mbappe and Lamine Yamal

Wayne Rooney has launched a scathing attack on the Manchester United squad (Mike Egerton/PA).

Wayne Rooney has launched a scathing attack on the Manchester United squad (Mike Egerton/PA).

They look like they don’t care – Wayne Rooney tears into Man United players

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National News

Armed police at a checkpoint near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire in September (Ben Birchall/PA)

Armed police at a checkpoint near RAF Fairford in Gloucestershire in September (Ben Birchall/PA)

Two UK nationals charged over RAF Fairford ‘plot to aid Iran’

Poundland could face being broken up (Liam McBurney/PA)

Poundland could face being broken up (Liam McBurney/PA)

Poundland could be broken up and face insolvency as bids assessed

Lady Smith chairs the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry (Nick Mailer/PA)

Lady Smith chairs the Scottish Child Abuse Inquiry (Nick Mailer/PA)

Next phase of child abuse inquiry to start public hearings in December

Bridie Brown, the widow of murdered GAA official Sean Brown, holds a picture of him (Liam McBurney/PA)

Bridie Brown, the widow of murdered GAA official Sean Brown, holds a picture of him (Liam McBurney/PA)

Government fighting order forcing it to hold public inquiry on Troubles killing

High winds are forecast on Tuesday (Andrew Milligan/PA)

High winds are forecast on Tuesday (Andrew Milligan/PA)

Schools shut and travel disruption as windy weather sweeps Scotland after storm

Macklemore opened his Free Palestine tour in Dublin on Monday (Niall Carson/PA)

Macklemore opened his Free Palestine tour in Dublin on Monday (Niall Carson/PA)

Macklemore delivers speech about power of music at first Free Palestine gig

Jonathan Reynolds has addressed next month’s summit with the EU (Yui Mok/PA)

Jonathan Reynolds has addressed next month’s summit with the EU (Yui Mok/PA)

Reynolds says ‘no assumptions’ on where EU talks will go after next month

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