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

It's well known that getting around London can quickly become a costly experience. Despite the caps in place for travel within certain zones, it's not uncommon to see £50 or more disappear from your bank account each week due to travel expenses.more

The UK needs 800 billion pounds to meet its defence spending commitments planned until 2040, the Financial Times reported, citing a report by consulting firm EY Partheon.more

While most regions saw an increase, Londoners actually tightened the purse strings over the past year, writes MyLondon.news.more

The British Ministry of Defence announced on Sunday that it has signed a £52 million contract with Germany for the joint purchase of a technologically advanced self-propelled artillery system. The system is said to be capable of firing on the move and striking targets over 70 km away.more

The award-winning London museum that is opening up numerous new experiences for its 125th anniversary in 2026.more

The British Ministry of Defence announced yesterday that in early 2026 it will begin recruiting people under the age of 25 to take part in a year-long, paid military training programme. The pilot programme will involve 150 people, but the ministry hopes that this will eventually grow to over 1,000.more

Rising temperatures in the UK will become "the new normal", a leading government climate adviser has warned, as she called for more to be done to prepare for the impacts of climate change. It comes as the Met Office revealed 2025 was on course to be the UK's hottest year since records began, with climate change continuing to drive higher temperatures.more

There’s a gorgeous commuter town right on the Croydon border with homes significantly cheaper than most in the capital. A home in Surrey’s Whyteleafe goes for around £335,143 according to Rightmove, over £330,000 less than the London average of £665,178.more

Thousands more Londoners will face average council tax bills of over £2,000 for the first time next year, analysis by the Standard has revealed. Most benchmark Band D London homes will see almost £80 added to their annual levy from April 2026 if boroughs increase payments by an expected 5%. It means Hackney, Hillingdon and Lambeth residents face paying more than £2,000 for thmore

The British monarch Charles III is likely to pay an official visit to the US in April 2026, ‘The Times’ reported yesterday, citing a source close to the matter. The king’s son, Prince William, is also expected to visit the United States next year, but at a different time.more

One in eight London homes are in zones with a high or medium-risk of surface water flooding, according to new data. This is twice the rate compared to the national average, and a far higher rate than any other region.more

If you’re looking for some places to visit over the Christmas break, there’s a forest in Sussex that is the inspiration behind Winnie the Pooh. Located in East Sussex, Ashdown Forest is a large expanse of heathland and woodland spanning over 6,500 acres and dating back 3,000 years. more

Christmas is typically a boozy period, but British people are drinking less alcohol than at any time on record, a new study has shown. UK adults consumed on average 10.2 alcoholic drinks a week last year, which is the lowest figure since 1990 when data collection began, according to research from company IWSR.more

The King's Christmas message has invoked the wartime spirit, calling on communities to pull together in an increasingly divided world and urging people to get "to know our neighbours". His traditional speech, recorded in Westminster Abbey, also remembered this year's 80th anniversaries of VE Day and VJ Day.more