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Met Police boss explains decision to not use facial recognition at far-right protest
The force had recently deployed facial recognition at Notting Hill Carnival but denies accusations of double standards

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NHS trust apologises to family of Enfield woman after failing to spot cancer
Nadine Hopkins was diagnosed with terminal cancer eight months after Royal Free London NHS Foundation Trust first found evidence of a liver lesion on a CT scan


More than 1,000 homes planned for Cineworld site in Southbury
The latest big redevelopment plans for the area come a year after an even bigger scheme on an adjacent site was ditched

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Why the Trump blimp won't be flying above London for this week's state visit
President Donald Trump is heading to the UK for a state visit this week. Find out why the Trump blimp will not be flown.
Drivers warned that coffee or tea while driving could land them with £200 fine
Drivers warned that morning cup of tea or coffee could land them with £200 fine if they are fiyund
DWP State Pension set to rise by more than £500 from April, figures suggest
Pensioners on the new DWP full state pension are set for a rise of over £500 a year from next April following the latest official earnings data
Thousands plan protests for arrival of Donald Trump on UK state visit
The US president will arrive in the UK for his second state visit, an unprecedented gesture for an American leader, on Tuesday
I tried Black Sheep Coffee's new Autumn menu and I may have found my new fave
Black Sheep Coffee’s new Autumn Unlocked menu, launched September 10, brings seasonal favourites like Pumpkin Spice Latte alongside inventive drinks such as Lychee Matcha Lemonade, plus comforting snacks and açai bowls.
Constance Marten and rapist partner jailed after baby's death while on the run
Aristocrat Constance Marten and her convicted rapist partner have been jailed for 14 years for killing their newborn baby while on the run.

Council drops plans for parking charges at Forty Hall
The proposal had sparked a backlash this summer from users of the estate


London ‘postcode lottery’ for accessing weight loss drug on NHS
Popularity of Mounjaro since being approved in June has soared but senior doctors warn of severe inequality within London

Former Doctor Who star David Tennant 'thrilled' about new role
David Tennant, known for his role as the Doctor in Doctor Who, has become an ambassador for the Multibank charity set up by Gordon Brown.
Virgin Media O2 to resume switch off in coming days leaving some with no internet
Virgin Media O2 will continue its 3G switch off on Wednesday (September 17) - see the area and devices affected.
Wetherspoon making 2 changes this week including cutting food and drink prices
JD Wetherspoon will be making two changes in UK pubs this week - introducing a new menu item and cutting the price of food and drink for a day.
Met Office issues yellow warning for wind TODAY - travel delays expected
The Met Office has issued a yellow weather warning for wind in London on Monday, September 15, with risks of disruption.
Police prepared for high-threat incident ahead of Trump visit this week
Police have said officers will be ready to respond to a potential high-threat incidents ahead of Donald Trump’s state visit
A chance to meet Muswell Hill artists in their own homes
A weekend arts trail is being planned where anyone can wander through artists’ homes and studios around Muswell Hill next month.
Lewis Capaldi to headline BST Hyde Park 2026 - how and when to get tickets
Scottish singer Lewis Capaldi is set to headline BST Hyde Park next summer, it has been announced. Here is how to get tickets.
Two people rushed to hospital after multi-vehicle crash in M25 tunnel
Two people have been taken to hospital after a multi-vehicle crash on the M25.
Cyclist fighting for his life after being hit by a car in South Tottenham
A cyclist is fighting for his life after being hit by a car in High Road, South Tottenham.