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We’ve probably been lamenting the price of pints in London since, oh I don’t know, the day this page started. But, despite our moaning, I don’t think anyone could have quite envisaged some of these fig...
We’ve had our fair share of tube closures, rail strikes and bus strikes this Summer. But get ready as there are some more planned in the pipeline, including this coming bank holiday weekend. Here’s our guide to…...
Since May 24 this year, the long-awaited Elizabeth line has been carrying Londoners in their glossy, speedy and, crucially, air-conditioned carriages. Now that the 40-degree heatwaves look to be behind us in 2022, the l...
We’ve been hearing about the plans to pedestrianise Oxford Street for, on and off, the best part of six years. Essentially, plans have been revealed, then changed, the axed, then reimagined, then… you get th...
The 2022 Mercury Prize with FREE NOW is nearly upon us, and this year’s award ceremony promises to be truly spectacular. With a shortlist of some of Britain and Ireland’s very best artists set to perform, we’re all wond...
A strike across the Tube network is set to go ahead today (August 19) with industrial action by the RMT affecting the lines. Another strike by Arriva Rail London is also set to hit the London Overground network on the s...
In 1996, the Concorde set the record time for a flight between London and New York City, at a rapid two hours 52 minutes, and 59 seconds. The final flight on the high-speed plane was on November 26, 2003, but three airl...
Riding a bike, in addition to being environmentally friendly, should be an easy and quick way of getting around London. In fact, it’s actively encouraged through government schemes, such as Bike2Work and the Santa...
Earlier this year, plans were approved to demolish the Marks & Spencer building on Oxford Street and replace it with brand new space that also holds office space, a gym and an arcade. The motion has received scrutin...
Let’s not beat around the bush: London is a f**king expensive place to live. Pints, travel and food might make you scared to check your bank account, and please do not get us started on the renting playground in t...
