Katie Ledecky opens the world swimming championships on Sunday with arguably the most anticipated race of her career. The 400m freestyle final in Fukuoka, Japan, is expected to feature Ledecky, a seven-time... Read more »
Dozens of post-medieval and modern remains could be lying underneath the busy streets of Shoreditch. Archaeologists believe commercial offices around 2-10 Bethnal Green Road, 1-5 Chance Street and 30-32 Redchurch Street are sitting on... Read more »
The artist Sarah Biffin, born in 1784, came from humble origins yet rose to fame in the 19th century as a remarkably talented miniaturist, undertaking commissions for royalty. As a working-class, disabled... Read more »
It came as a shock to read recently that the foodbank in Eastbourne is now the busiest in the UK. Nine years ago, I visited this foodbank to do an article for... Read more »
Shane Warne, who passed away in Thailand today aged 52 of a suspected heart attack, was one of the greatest and most iconic cricketers of all time. The Australian leg spin bowler... Read more »
With its dazzling lights, iconic adverts and famous buildings, it’s no wonder Piccadilly Circus has long been the focal point of London’s glitzy entertainment district. The lively junction has drawn tourists like... Read more »
ORGANISERS of the London International Horse Show say they are “delighted” with how the show ran at its new home, which was also praised by competitors and spectators. The show was held... Read more »
L ondon Underground’s first major expansion this century has opened. Two new Northern line stations opened in south London following a £1.1 billion project. It called at the other new station, Nine... Read more »
A father and son duo who have been living and working in a 19th century South London church tower are fighting to save the historic landmark from being redeveloped into flats –... Read more »
Academics are creating a digital map of ‘The London’, an ill-fated 17th century warship, based on remains that have been submerged for 350 years. The impressive 120-foot ship mysteriously exploded in the Thames... Read more »
