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Full list of London pubs staying open for England vs Mexico World Cup clash at 1am on Monday

July 3, 2026

Pubs across England will be allowed to stay open until 5am on Monday night as the Three Lions face Mexico in an early morning World Cup clash. Sir Keir Starmer made a U-turn on Thursday afternoon to allow the country to cheer on Thomas Tuchel’s side from their local boozer or bar, even though the […]

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England v Mexico World Cup game could finish after 4am in nightmare scenario for London fans

July 3, 2026

England will take on Mexico in the early hours of Monday morning, with the game in Mexico City kicking off at 1am UK time. Thousands of fans across London and the rest of the UK will be staying up late – or getting up incredibly early – to watch Thomas Tuchel’s men attempt to reach […]

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Jury begin deliberations in murder trial over death of 15-year-old in Glasgow

July 3, 2026

Jurors have begun their deliberations in the trial of two teenagers accused of killing 15-year-old Amen Teklay in Glasgow. On Friday afternoon, the jury retired to commence their discussions on the charge of murder at the High Court in the city. With no verdict reached by 4pm on Friday, the deliberations are due to resume […]

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Map shows London Pride parade route and stage locations for 2026

July 3, 2026

London Pride will take the city by storm this weekend, transforming the capital into a colourful and safe space for celebrations. Thousands of participants are expected to descend on the city centre tomorrow for the famous LGBTQ event. More than 35,000 registered attendees from over 600 diverse groups will make their way along the streets […]

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A ‘secret’ garden hides in one of London’s most beautiful areas — and it’s £8.50 to enter

July 3, 2026

Ever since the Londonmaxxing trend took hold this summer, it feels like every corner of the capital has been explored. From finding the best ice cream shop to the best neighbourhood Italians, Londoners have sought out every lido and outdoor pool from Tooting Bec to Hackney. But just when we thought there were no more […]

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Far from waging war on the south, Burnham could improve the lives of Londoners. Here’s how | Polly Toynbee thumbnail

Far from waging war on the south, Burnham could improve the lives of Londoners. Here’s how | Polly Toynbee

July 3, 2026

When the “king of the north” called London “the world’s greatest capital city” this week, it didn’t reassure those who fear that Andy Burnham represents that old national grievance, the north-south divide. The right warned southerners that he was coming to tax their extravagant properties until the pips squeaked. The idea that London is reviled […]

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I joined the secret police operation protecting women at Harry Styles concerts

July 3, 2026

Brooke Davies | Senior News reporter Published July 3, 2026 6:00am Updated July 3, 2026 11:16am To view this video please enable JavaScript, and consider upgrading to a web browser that supports HTML5 video I’m at Wembley’s box park and there’s definitely a party vibe. To one side of me, there are England fans, fixated […]

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Urgent calls to reform London Plan as thousands of cycle parking spaces sit empty

July 2, 2026

London’s current cycle parking requirements for new developments are “misaligned” with actual usage and require urgent reform in the upcoming London Plan, City Hall has been informed. Under the existing London Plan, which was adopted in 2021 and dictates development regulations across the capital, a studio or one-bedroom flat must provide one cycle parking space. […]

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Gary Glitter charged with sex offences against girl under 14

July 2, 2026

The 82-year-old, whose real name is Paul Gadd, is charged with one count of unlawful sexual intercourse with a girl under 13 and three counts of indecent assault on a girl under 14, the CPS said. Bethan David, deputy chief crown prosecutor at CPS London, said: “This follows allegations made by a woman relating to […]

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Teenage rapists detained for four years after ‘unduly lenient’ sentence reviewed

July 2, 2026

Three senior judges gave their judgment at the Royal Courts of Justice on Thursday (Andrew Matthews/PA) PA Archive Two 15-year-old boys who were spared custody for the rape of two girls in Fordingbridge have been sentenced to four years’ detention after the Court of Appeal ruled their sentences were “unduly lenient”. The boys, known as […]

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