Data platform Statistica recently shared data naming Princes Street one of the “most frequented high streets in all of Europe” along with London’s Oxford Street and Piccadilly Circus. more

Many households’ energy bills are to rise on Thursday, just as a swathe of cold health alerts have been issued for large areas of the UK. The 0.2% increase to Ofgem’s energy price cap will equate to a rise of about 28p a month for the average household in England, Wales and Scotland remaining on a standard variable tariff.more

Britain's Queen Camilla has spoken for the first time about how she was sexually assaulted as a teenager. The interview with the monarch was published yesterday by the BBC. The first reports of the incident appeared in the book ‘Power and the Palace’ published in early 2025.more

Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer has promised to "defeat the decline and division offered by others" in his new year message, as he insisted 2026 would see people feel "positive change" in their lives. He acknowledged "things have been tough in Britain for a while" but said the public should now start to see improvements including lower bills, more police on the streets and new health hubs.more

Britain is bracing for a full-on winter blast as the latest UK weather maps reveal the precise dates snow is set to blanket England, Scotland, Wales and Ireland from January 1 to 10. more

Dear Readers, From the bottom of our hearts, we wish you a New Year full of health, joy, and many unforgettable moments. May each day bring success, new experiences, and plenty of smiles! Thank you for being with us in 2025, and we look forward to sharing more wonderful moments together in 2026! — The Londynek.net Teammore

Londoners are likely to be out and about the city on Wednesday, as the capital celebrates the end of 2025. Whatever your New Year’s Eve plans are, it’s probably worth having a look at your travel options in advance. Taxis are expected to be extra expensive throughout the night, and there are a number of public transport schedule changes.more

Famous faces from David Bowie to Stephen Hawking have turned down prestigious royal honours over the years for various reasons.more

Households and businesses across England face the biggest changes made to recycling and waste collection in years. The way rubbish is collected will be overhauled in the new year in a “once in a generation revamp”, and households are being urged to learn the new rules.more

Getlink, the company that manages the Channel Tunnel, announced today that the technical problem that caused traffic in the tunnel to be suspended yesterday has now been resolved. Traffic has resumed in both directions, the company said in a statement.more

Many in the UK who unwrapped a new drone this Christmas may face a rude awakening next week, when they will have to take a theory test before being allowed to fly outdoors. From 1 January, those intending to fly drones or model aircraft weighing 100g or more outside must complete a Civil Aviation Authority (CCA) online theory test to get a Flyer ID.more

Tesco stores across the country are giving away free fruit as part of efforts to encourage kids to have their five-a-day. Shocking figures have revealed that less than 1 in 10 children and 1 in 5 adults eat the recommended five-a-day fruits and vegetables, prompting supermarket bosses to act. more

More than 300 earthquakes were recorded in the UK in 2025, British Geological Survey data shows. The two largest earthquakes occurred just hours apart near Loch Lyon in Perth and Kinross, Scotland, when a 3.7 magnitude tremor was registered on 20 October, followed by one of 3.6. more

Horniman Museum and Gardens, named as one of the best free attractions in London, has revealed a preview of its Nature + Love project, coming soon for its 125th anniversary.more

The number of people who believe “Britishness” is something you are born with has almost doubled in two years, according to research that warns of a rising tide of ethno-nationalism in Britain.more

As 2025 draws to a close, we’re taking a look at the data to see how life in London was lived. From the cost of renting a room to the price of a pint, we’ll crunch the numbers, analyse the trends, and sum up what it meant for you.more

Eurostar has cancelled all trains out of London towards Paris, Amsterdam and Brussels until further notice after a power outage in the Channel Tunnel caused major disruption. Staff at London St Pancras station have told Eurostar passengers to postpone their travel plans and re-book for a later date.more

The iconic brand's return to the high street in a new approach will be welcome news to lovers of its era-defining noughties pieces.more

Hospitals in England are using artificial intelligence to help cut waiting times in emergency departments this winter. The A&E forecasting tool predicts when demand will be highest, allowing trusts to better plan staffing and bed space. more

Pothole compensation claims made to councils in Britain rose by 90% between 2021 and 2024, according to analysis by the RAC motoring group. The study also found that only a quarter of claims made by motorists in 2024 resulted in payouts. However, the RAC noted that the number of claims fell in 2024 compared with the year before.more

When you think of London's top walks, you might imagine strolling along the Thames path towards Westminster, the sound of leaves crunching underfoot in Hyde Park, or a game of fetch with your pooch on Hampstead Heath.more

It may be too late for a White Christmas but Londoners could be seeing in 2026 with a bout of snow. Temperatures are set to drop as low as -1C next week, forecasts BBC Weather.more

The most crime-hit areas of the country have been laid bare in a new map - with bad news for those living in or visiting one of Britain's best-loved seaside destinations. "Crime severity" scores gauge the gravity of criminal activity in each location by looking at both the nature and frequency of offences, meaning serious crimes like murder or rape carry far more weight than petty theft.more

Air passengers are being warned to brace for ticket rises as regional airports across the UK face “unprecedented” rises in property tax next year. Analysis of government data for PA Media has revealed regional airports are among those facing the steepest increases in business rates of any sector in the UK amid an overhaul of property valuations underpinning the tax.more

On January 1, 2026, the red and white colors will once again appear on the streets of London during the prestigious London Parade (formerly London New Year's Day Parade, LNYDP). The Polish group Poles in London Parade will perform in one of the largest street shows in the world, broadcast globally to hundreds of millions of viewers.more