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A 30-year-old man was arrested in connection with the rape of a 17-year-old girl on a Thameslink train in south-east London. The assault occurred after the girl was first attacked on the platform at Woolwich Arsenal station. Authorities urge witnesses to come forward.
England's Lionesses celebrated their Euro 2025 victory with a parade in London, drawing 65,000 fans. Captain Leah Williamson expressed her disbelief at the turnout, stating, "We're making history every single step."
A man fleeing from police, Robert English, was electrocuted and subsequently struck by a London Underground train during a search operation in May 2024. The senior coroner criticized Transport for London's inadequate response, noting that the power supply was mistakenly restored while the search continued.
Police seek to question far-right activist Tommy Robinson after an alleged assault at St Pancras railway station in London, where a man was found with serious injuries. Robinson, who left the country shortly after the incident, did not comment on the situation but interacted with a reporter in a dismissive manner. The British Transport Police continue to investigate the matter.
Three seat holders at the Royal Albert Hall lost a High Court bid for £500,000 in damages after claiming they were unlawfully deprived of their seating rights. Judge Sir Anthony Mann ruled that the dispute should go to trial, emphasizing the need for thorough examination of the case.
England's Lionesses celebrated their Euro 2025 victory with a grand parade in London on July 29, 2025. The event showcased jubilant fans and a bird's-eye view of the festivities. The triumph marks a significant achievement for women's football in the country.
England fans celebrated wildly at Boxpark in Wembley after their national team won Euro 2025. The joyous atmosphere captured the excitement of supporters rejoicing in the streets of London. This victory marks a significant moment for English football.
South Western Railway (SWR) has implemented a reduced summer timetable to facilitate driver training for its new trains. The changes affect less than 5% of its 1,600 daily services until August 29, coinciding with a seasonal decline in passenger numbers.
A woman in her 60s was found stabbed to death in east London, linked to a 20-year-old man who died on nearby train tracks earlier. The Metropolitan Police confirmed that the two were known to each other and that the incidents are not believed to involve any other suspects. A murder investigation is underway.
Private tenants in Ealing experienced the highest rent increases in London, with a 52.5% rise from December 2019 to December 2024. The average rent now stands at £2,089 per month, surpassing both the London and UK averages. Ealing Council reported that many residents face affordability issues, with 7,500 applications on the housing register.