Tag: London
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London Islamic Centre Under Probe for Hezbollah Trinkets Sale
Background An Islamic centre in central London is under formal scrutiny after hosting a charity bazaar where items linked to Hezbollah and pro-Iran messaging were sold. The episode, which took place at the Islamic Centre of England, has sparked questions about the charity’s oversight, compliance with UK law, and the boundaries of free expression and…
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Sir Laurence Olivier Among Nine Honoured With New London Blue Plaques
London’s Blue Plaques Add a New Layer to the Capital’s Identity London’s streets will soon carry nine new blue plaques, marking the homes and workplaces of individuals who helped shape the city and beyond. The initiative, led by English Heritage, celebrates a remarkable spectrum of achievement—from scientific breakthroughs to artistic greatness—demonstrating how the capital has…
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London Fire Update: 70 Firefighters Quell Blaze at Double-Storey House in Morden
Emergency response in south London as 70 firefighters tackle double-storey house blaze An early-morning fire in Morden, south London, prompted a large-scale emergency response as crews battled a blaze at a double-storey property on Halesowen Road. Firefighters were dispatched after multiple 999 calls described a fierce fire with smoke and flames visible from the street.…
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Inside London’s Turkish mafia: the streets ruled by gangs and intimidation
Introduction: a shadowy world on London’s streets London has long been a city of contrasts, where wealth and deprivation sit side by side. In some neighborhoods, a violent underworld operates in the shadows, led by groups described by police and journalists as Turkish-led crime networks. Reports over recent years have highlighted protection rackets, intimidation, and…
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London Police Probe Fatal Shooting in Old East Village: Residents Urged to Help
Overview of the Incident London, Ontario—Police are appealing to the public for information after a fatal overnight shooting in the Old East Village, which also left another person injured. The incident prompted a street closure on Dundas Street as investigators worked at the scene and collected evidence to determine the sequence of events that led…
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Troye Sivan Cosmetic Surgery Backlash: Doctor Apology Sparks Debate
Overview: The Backlash Over a Controversial Video The controversy began when a London-based cosmetic surgeon published a video critiquing pop star Troye Sivan’s appearance. What started as a professional opinion quickly spiraled into a public backlash, with critics arguing that discussing a musician’s looks—especially in a critical, technique-focused way—crosses a professional boundary and veers into…
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London tower blaze: 60 firefighters tackle lead-acid fire
Massive blaze erupts in London tower block A major incident unfolded in the early hours as a massive fire broke out in the basement of a 13-storey residential tower block in London. The London Fire Brigade (LFB) confirmed eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters were dispatched to the scene to bring the blaze under…
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Massive London Tower Block Blaze: Lead-Acid Battery Fire Prompts Major Firefighter Response
Massive blaze in London tower block prompts large-scale emergency response A fierce fire ripped through the basement of a 13-storey tower block in London, drawing a rapid response from multiple fire services. London Fire Brigade units were dispatched to the scene following reports of a fire involving a lead-acid battery in the building’s basement. Eight…
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London Firefighters Contain Major Battery Fire in Tower Block as Blaze Rages Through Basement
Summary of the incident A significant blaze erupted in a 13-storey tower block in London, prompting a large-scale emergency response. London Fire Brigade (LFB) said crews were tackling a lead-acid battery fire in the building’s basement, with eight fire engines and around 60 firefighters dispatched to the scene. The incident underscores the dangers posed by…
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Campaigners Rally Against £1.5bn Liverpool Street Station Redevelopment
Overview of the dispute In East London, a contentious fight is playing out over a proposed £1.5 billion redevelopment of Liverpool Street Station, the capital’s busiest hub. The Liverpool Street Station Campaign (Lissca) formed as a coalition of heritage advocates, local residents, and university researchers who fear that the project could erode a treasured piece…