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UCL's 9th Annual Pride Festival
UCL's drama society returns the Camden People's Theatre with an hour of short pieces delivered by queer writers, directors, producers and actors for their 9th annual pride festival...
Feb 181 min read


UK Police Assess Epstein-Linked Flights at Stansted
by Joseph Bikong British police are assessing newly released U.S. court documents linked to convicted sex offender Jeffrey Epstein, focusing on private jet flights to and from London Stansted Airport. Essex Police said it is reviewing material from the U.S. Department of Justice, including flight logs and emails suggesting women may have been flown into the UK. A BBC investigation identified nearly 90 related flights. Former Prime Minister Gordon Brown has called for an urgen
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London Largely Unaffected as Snow and Rain Warnings Hit UK
by Juiriya Labonno Weather warnings for snow and heavy rain remain in place across parts of the UK, but conditions in London are expected to stay largely fine. The Met Office has issued yellow alerts for other regions, with some areas facing icy roads and travel disruption. However, forecasters say the capital will avoid the worst of the conditions, with mainly cloudy skies and light showers possible. Commuters are still advised to check for updates but no major disruption is
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Climber on Trial For Leaving Girlfriend to Die on Mountain
More than 13 months after 33-year-old Kerstin G died climbing Austria’s highest mountain, her boyfriend, Thomas P, goes on trial for gross negligent manslaughter.
Thomas is alleged to have planned the climb and acted as guide. On the day, he started two hours late and failed to take enough emergency equipment, a mistake that became fatal.
He alleges the situation changed suddenly, Kerstin unable to move. He left her to find help. Prosecutors say he did not provide any g
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A Number of People Have Been Treated For Injuries After Two Buses Collided
by Gisela Komorah Sopale A number of people have been treated for injuries after two buses collided, and one hit a theatre in south London, the Met Police has confirmed. Just after 8 a.m, Emergency services were summoned to Newington Causeway in South London after two buses collided, one of which crashed into the front of Southwark Playhouse. The Metropolitan Police stated that numerous people were treated for injuries on the spot. According to the London Ambulance Service,
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Cynthia Erivo Dismisses Negative Comments Over "Bloodless" Dracula Adaption Starring
by Harriet Joyce In height of criticism on Wicked star’s “bloodless" Dracula Adaption, Cynthia Erivo claims she won’t let the “comments” take from the energy she should spend on stage. Last week, Erivo’s opening night at London’s Noël Coward Theatre faced divided critics. In a string of two-star reviews, Guardian's critic Arifa Akbar deemed the stage adaption as “an audiobook accompanied by screen illustrations.” Claims the EGOT nominated artist’s performance
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Civil Rights Leader Jesse Jackson Dies Aged 84
by Joseph Bikong U.S. civil rights leader Jesse Jackson has died at the age of 84, according to a statement from his family. Jackson rose to national prominence working alongside Martin Luther King Jr. during the civil rights movement before founding the Rainbow PUSH Coalition. A two-time Democratic presidential candidate, he campaigned for racial equality, voting rights and economic justice. Tributes have poured in from political leaders and activists across the United State
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F1 Pre-Season Testing Begins as Students Look Ahead to New Season
by Juiriya Labonno Pre-season testing has started in Formula 1, giving fans their first look at the new cars before the season begins. Teams are spending several days on track to test performance and fix any early problems. For many students, testing marks the countdown to race week and the return of weekend viewing. Social media has already been filled with reactions to new car designs and driver line-ups. While lap times are not official, fans are watching closely for early
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Galatasaray Spark Hope With Big Win Over Juventus
by Anna Noia Galatasaray lit up the European night with a win that feels historic. In front of their home crowd, the Turkish club beat Juventus in the first leg, playing with fearlessness. Now Istanbul has a dream: the Champions League round of 16, not reached by a Turkish team since 2014, is closer. But the second leg remains, ninety minutes where heart and discipline will be needed. If they keep this fire alive, Galatasaray can turn a victory into a sporting legend. Footbal
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Williamson and James return to England Squad
by Natalia Chasani England women’s football team has announced a 25-player squad for their upcoming 2027 World Cup qualifying matches against Ukraine and Iceland. Captain Leah Williamson and forward Lauren James return to the squad after recovering from recent injuries. Other experienced players are also included, while London City Lionesses defender Poppy Pattinson earns her first senior call up to the national team. England will play with Ukraine in Turkey on March 3 before
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GB Women Hope to Reach Winter Olympics Semi-Finals.
by Natalia Chasani Great Britain women’s curling team kept their Winter Olympics semi- final hopes alive after a dramatic 8-7 victory over the USA in Cortina. They were losing 7-6 going into the end and did not have the last shot, making victory look unlikely. However, Rebecca Morrison played an excellent final shot, putting pressure on the USA. The Americans missed their final attempt, allowing Britain to steal two points and claim an important win. GB must win their las
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Double Gold Seals Record Winter Games for Team GB
by Anna Noia Great Britain celebrated a historic day at the Winter Olympics as Matt Weston and Tabitha Stoecker captured gold in the mixed team skeleton event. Their victory helped deliver two British titles in a single day, after success in snowboard cross. Weston, already an individual champion, became the first Briton to win two skeleton golds and now stands among the nation’s most decorated winter athletes. Another British pair missed the podium by 0.01 seconds. With thre
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McDonalds Has Opened Its Doors in Rickmansworth But How Do The Community Feel About It?
In April 2025, the Watford Observer reported that there had been a request to open a new
McDonalds franchise branch in Rickmansworth. However, the council and the town’s
community felt that the nature of the fast-food chain would cause littering and jeopardise
the character of the area. As the new year approached, McDonalds opened its doors to the public...
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Korean Grab-and-Go Brand, ONGGI, Launches Amid Lunar New Year
Korean food has become more popular in the UK in recent years, with more restaurants and supermarket products appearing across the country. Tonight, a new Korean grab-and-go brand launched inside Waitrose in King’s Cross...
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How Will Student Union Election Candidates Address Student Interests
With the student union election coming up. I went around Middlesex university interviewing students about what they want to see in terms of activities and education...
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College Students Struggle to Find Part-Time Jobs
For many college students in London, finding a part-time job has become increasingly challenging...
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Public Transport Users Frustrated by Repeated Delays
Public transport delays are a daily obstacle that hinders London commuters. Now, some suggest that these delays are negatively affecting their daily routines and stress levels...
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