Dame Stella Rimington, MI5's first female director general, has died at the age of 90, her family has said. Dame Stella, who headed the security service from 1992 to 1996, was widely credited as being the model for Dame Judi Dench's M in the James Bond films.more

The building that formerly housed the Royal Mint in London may become the largest Chinese embassy in Europe, the BBC reported yesterday. The relocation of diplomats is causing concern among local residents and representatives of the Chinese diaspora, Tibetans and Uyghurs.more

Faith has enabled me to survive decades of struggle for acceptance as a woman and a lesbian in the Anglican Church, Archbishop of Wales Cherry Vann said in an interview published on Sunday by ‘The Guardian’ newspaper. Vann is the first lesbian in a civil partnership to be elevated to this position.more

Another heatwave is on the way, according to new weather maps, with the mercury set to soar to a scorching 37C in parts of the country after a wet start to August.more

A charming historic town just three hours from London is absolutely full of welcoming pubs, independent boutiques and captivating heritage - so it's no wonder it's been named one of the UK's happiest places to live.more

Top minister Pat McFadden urged people to stockpile some provisions like bottled water, tinned goods, a radio and torches as he took the Mirror inside the National Situation Centre.more

Storm Floris reached Ireland and the United Kingdom today, reaching speeds of up to 170 km per hour. An amber warning, the second on a three-level scale, was issued for Scotland until 11 p.m. local time. Over 10,000 homes are without power, many roads have been closed, and flights have been cancelled.more

The US military has successfully completed testing of the Skydweller solar-powered drone, which flew continuously for 73 hours, according to a report yesterday by the British website Defence Journal, citing the Naval Air Warfare Centre Air Division (NAWCAD).more

During Saturday's Oasis concert at Wembley Stadium, one fan died. According to the BBC, there was a tragic fall. The band members commented on the incident, expressing shock at the fan's death and offering their condolences to the family.more

The British government is planning to evacuate 300 children in need of urgent medical care from the Gaza Strip, the ‘Sunday Times’ reported yesterday, citing a senior official. Since 2023, when the conflict between Israel and Hamas broke out, three Palestinian children have been brought to London.more

Sending two nuclear-powered submarines ‘closer to Russia,’ as US President Donald Trump put it, does not give him an advantage, 'The Times' newspaper said on Saturday, noting that this could mean sending the vessels into shallower waters, which would make them easier to detect and attack.more

The United Kingdom announced yesterday that individuals advertising illegal border crossings or the sale of fake passports on social media face up to five years in prison. According to the British government, the new law will help combat human trafficking gangs.more

Storm Floris has brought travel disruption to the UK, with an amber weather warning set to come into force. Some train and ferry services have already been cancelled with more likely to be impacted, including air and road transport.more

Chesham and Amersham, a leafy area in Buckinghamshire, has been named Britain's top retirement destination, according to a new comprehensive index. The area, celebrated for its convenient transport links to London, charming historic streets, and as a gateway to the picturesque Chilterns, secured the highest ranking in L&G's study. more

As travel hits its peak during the bustling summer season, families are jetting off around the world for their well-deserved holidays. Airports and holiday firms are seeing a spike in bookings, but finding comfort on those flights can still be a bit of a squeeze, writes MyLondon.news.more

A 76-year-old man has appeared in court facing charges related to sweets allegedly laced with sedatives after children fell ill at a summer camp in Leicestershire.more

An extreme nationalist group pursuing white supremacy has purchased land near the village of Llanafan Fawr in Wales to build a housing estate, the Times reported yesterday. The British right-wing party Reform UK confirmed that these activists are being vetted to prevent them from joining its ranks.more

Fifteen people have been arrested after protests across England outside hotels used to house asylum seekers. Anti-migrant groups and counter demonstrators clashed in London and Newcastle, and before a march in Manchester city centre.more

An “almost forgotten” river in east London will be revitalised and opened up to the public as part of a £3 million regeneration scheme, developers say.more

London stands out as a city of renters, not owners – and the latest figures lay bare just how stark the contrast is. New data from the Office for National Statistics shows that the five areas with the lowest levels of outright homeownership in England are all in the capital, with less than 13% of homes in Tower Hamlets, Hackney, Southwark, Islington and Lambeth owned outright by their occupants. more

Russian leader Vladimir Putin is not ready for serious negotiations on Ukraine, British Foreign Secretary David Lammy said in an interview published today in ‘The Guardian’. In his opinion, Putin “still has maximalist and imperialist ambitions”.more

The Scottish government has given the green light to the construction of the world's largest offshore wind farm. The decision was made a few days after US President Donald Trump, who was visiting the UK, criticised the project. Environmentalists warn that the investment poses a threat to marine fauna.more

For those of us in landlocked London, the closest thing to a beach is typically a warehouse filled with heaps of sand, a bartender concocting vibrant cocktails, and some second-rate David Guetta impersonator mumbling over a track. Luckily, we have several stunning beaches just a hop, skip and a jump away.more

Storm Floris is forecast to bring unseasonably strong winds to the UK on Monday, the Met Office has said. The strongest winds are expected during the afternoon and night across Scotland, with gusts of up to 85mph possible on exposed coasts and hills.more

Food inflation will rise to 6% by the end of the year in a “significant challenge” to household budgets in the run-up to Christmas, industry leaders have predicted. Retailers warned of rising prices and job losses if the Chancellor hiked taxes in the next budget, with two thirds of chief financial officers expecting further price rises, the British Retail Consortium (BRC) said.more