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Road collision fears as Met Police disbands specialist cycle and motorbike safety teams

Specialist policing teams that investigate road deaths involving HGVs and London buses and which focus on cyclists and motorbike safety are being disbanded. But concerns have been expressed that the loss of the specialist teams – which are funded by Transport for London – could make the capital’s roads more dangerous. The Met said it […]

North London measles outbreak continues as cases rise

There have been 50 confirmed cases of the virus in the borough of Enfield up to February 16, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). UKHSA figures show that between January 1 and February 16, there have been 130 confirmed measles cases in England, an increase of 34 since the agency’s last report on […]

King attends London Fashion Week hours after Andrew’s arrest

The King upheld “duty and service” when he attended the first show of London Fashion Week, hours after the arrest of Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor. Charles joked and laughed with designer Stella McCartney when she showcased sustainable fashion products, and he was relaxed and at ease as he met creatives at stands displaying their clothes. McCartney, who […]

10 unmissable Time Out London deals: Just £33 for three courses and a cocktail in Soho

Looking for 10 things to do in London? Luckily, there’s lots to do in this city for cheap in 2025! At least… there is now. Metro has teamed up with Time Out to bring you the best deals across the capital. Every Friday, 10 new deals will drop, available in the Metro newspaper, on Metro, and on our […]

What is measles? The six subtle symptoms to look out for in children

A measles outbreak is currently sweeping through schools in north-east London, prompting significant concern among parents as the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) confirms hospitalisations among affected children. The highly contagious disease has primarily impacted unvaccinated children under the age of 10, with the UKHSA confirming that some affected children have required hospital treatment. The […]

Measles cases continue to rise in England – and this is where outbreak could spread next

Measles cases are continuing to spread across England, with most infections among unvaccinated young children. By Monday, there had been 130 confirmed cases across the country this year, according to the UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA). Of those, 34 were identified between 12 and 16 February. Enfield has been the centre of the outbreak, with 50 […]

Met Opera’s 2026-27 season has 17 productions, its fewest in at least 60 years

Despite encouraging box office figures for the season’s first half, the financially strapped Metropolitan Opera scaled back its 2026-27 schedule with its fewest productions in at least 60 years. The Met announced Thursday it will present 17 productions, its lowest total in a non-truncated season since the company moved to Lincoln Center in 1966. There […]

Two teenagers found dead at holiday park

A man has been arrested after two teenagers were found dead at a holiday park in east Yorkshire.  Police were called to Little Eden Holiday Park in Bridlington on Wednesday, where a 15-year-old girl and a 17-year-old boy were found dead inside one of the rental properties. A 33-year-old man was arrested on Thursday on […]

Pubs can stay open later for World Cup but only on one condition

Nine people injured in London’s second serious bus crash within 24 hours

Noora Mykkanen Published February 19, 2026 3:07pm Updated February 19, 2026 6:32pm Nine people were injured, with seven taken to the hospital, after a double-decker bus crashed into a bridge in Croydon. The latest collision happened on Park Street near George Street in Croydon at about 11.30am today. It is the second incident involving a […]