Erik Olsson
UK
Queen joins celebrations at British Library to mark National Year of Reading
Camilla gathered with 150 volunteers and schoolchildren at the event in London.
By Erik Olsson
3 Jun 2026
Politics
Sadiq Khan warns of ‘lost generation’ as he backs social media ban
The London mayor said tech firms must prove their services are safe for children or face a ban on being available to under-16s
By Erik Olsson
3 Jun 2026
Crime
Medicine delivery driver admits stealing £4,000 worth of Ozempic
Peter Daniel, 62, was caught on CCTV taking Ozempic out of different pigeon holes after customers complained they were missing deliveries
By Erik Olsson
2 Jun 2026
London
Animal rights anger over rise in Bearskin cap orders for royal guards
The black caps are worn by foot soldiers in the Grenadier Guards
By Erik Olsson
1 Jun 2026
UK
Witness who heard scream never gave police statement, Noah Donohoe inquest told
Noah was 14 when his naked body was found in a storm drain tunnel in north Belfast on June 27 2020.
By Erik Olsson
27 May 2026
UK
Firefighters tackle blaze at commercial property in Golders Green
Some 10 fire engines and 70 firefighters have been sent to the incident which appears to have started behind Jewish supermarket Kosher Kingdom.
By Erik Olsson
27 May 2026
Environment
Amber health warning extended as temperatures soar
The hottest May temperature could be broken again on Tuesday with highs of 35C forecast, although thunderstorms could provide some relief.
By Erik Olsson
26 May 2026
Environment
Thunderstorm warnings on what could be hottest May day on record
On Monday, the UK recorded its provisional all-time hottest meteorological spring temperature when Kew Gardens in south-west London hit 34.8C.
By Erik Olsson
26 May 2026
Environment
UK endures ‘tropical night’ after heatwave breaks May record for second day
The country also recorded its provisional all-time hottest meteorological spring temperature with 34.8C hit at Kew Gardens.
By Erik Olsson
26 May 2026
Environment
UK endures ‘tropical night’ after heatwave breaks May record for second day
Kew Gardens in south-west London hit 34.8C on Monday.
By Erik Olsson
26 May 2026
London
London swelters through 'tropical night' – as more hot weather to come
The UK’s previous warmest May night was measured on Sunday when temperatures did not fall below 19.4C
By Erik Olsson
26 May 2026
Politics
Connolly praises London Irish Centre for supporting survivors of institutions
The Irish president said the centre had played ‘an exceptionally important role in supporting the Irish community’.
By Erik Olsson
19 May 2026
Politics
King hosts Irish president at Buckingham Palace
King Charles met Catherine Connolly on the first day of her three-day official visit to England.
By Erik Olsson
18 May 2026
UK
Richard Osman tells of pride at being from Britain during investiture ceremony
The Thursday Murder Club author has been made an OBE during a ceremony at Windsor Castle.
By Erik Olsson
5 May 2026
Tech
Kendall ‘aiming to put forward social media restriction plans before the summer’
The Government said late on Monday it will introduce ‘age or functionality restrictions’ on social media for under-16s.
By Erik Olsson
28 Apr 2026
UK
Lorry carrying 20 tonnes of prosecco loses load in motorway crash
Boxes of the sparkling wine spilled across the carriageway of the M4 on Monday morning.
By Erik Olsson
27 Apr 2026
Environment
Warmer weather expected before easing off later in week
The better spell comes in the wake of Storm Dave.
By Erik Olsson
6 Apr 2026
UK
Vatican urged to ‘pay attention’ as first woman becomes Archbishop of Canterbury
Jane Varner Malhotra, a Catholic from the US, said she has been advocating for women’s ordination in the Catholic Church for 50 years.
By Erik Olsson
25 Mar 2026
UK
Former MP recited Shakespeare to get his voice back after stroke
Jonathan Ashworth was made a CBE in a ceremony at Windsor Castle.
By Erik Olsson
10 Mar 2026
UK
‘Worm moon’ to be visible to skygazers in the UK on Tuesday
Clear skies are forecast in Scotland, Northern Ireland and northern England, offering a chance to see the full moon.
By Erik Olsson
3 Mar 2026