By Adrian DENNIS HAINAULT, United Kingdom, April 30, 2024 (AFP) – A 14-year-old boy died on Tuesday after a man wielding a sword stabbed the youth, two police and two other people, in a street attack in east London, police said. The man used what appeared to be a Samurai-type sword in the Hainault district shortly before 7:00 am (0600 GMT). Police said they arrested a 36-year-old man using Taser stun weapons and took him […]
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Two men run off with new London Banksy installation
LONDON, Dec 22, 2023 (AFP) – British street artist Banksy revealed his latest UK street artwork Friday — only for two men to run off with it just hours later while being filmed by bemused onlookers. The installation, a traffic stop sign covered with three aircraft resembling military drones, was erected at an intersection in Peckham, south London, on Friday morning. An image was posted to Banksy’s social media just after midday. But shortly afterwards […]
Uber to partner with London’s black cabs despite disputes
LONDON, Nov 29, 2023 (AFP) – Uber is to roll out its service to London black cabs next year, it announced Wednesday, despite long-running friction between drivers of the traditional taxis and the US-based firm. “The move opens up the Uber app to the iconic hackney carriage — much-loved by tourists and Londoners alike and an historic part of the capital’s transport network,” the San Francisco-based company said in a statement. Currently, black cabs are […]
‘Care for Humanity’ charity event in London brings local communities together
by: Grace Rivera and Love Ann Sison / Eagle News Charity work is a sentiment very much rooted in our ethical values. Such is true for many organizations trying to make a positive difference in their communities. We are living in a world of global recession with many households struggling to maintain a sustainable source of income due to the spike in the costs of simple essentials which has now become a universal cause […]
Four people ‘critical’ after crush at London concert venue
London, United Kingdom (AFP) Four people were critically injured and four others were hospitalised following a crush at a concert venue in south London, police said Friday. Police and other emergency services were called to the O2 Academy in Brixton at 21:35 pm (2135 GMT) on Thursday following reports “that a large number of people were attempting to force entry to the venue”. They arrived to find a number of people with injuries believed to […]
Live and Let Buy: James Bond auction nets record haul for charity
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) – A James Bond sale in London featuring the fictional superspy’s Aston Martin cars, suits and wristwatch has raised £6.9 million ($7.8 million) for charity — more than all previous 007 sales at the auction house combined. The two-part sale by Christie’s and EON Productions to mark 60 years since the premiere of first film “Dr. No” concluded on Wednesday — the official James Bond Day. The auction spanned all 25 […]
Queen to receive new UK prime minister at Scottish retreat
London, United Kingdom (AFP) – Queen Elizabeth II will receive the new UK prime minister next week at her Scottish retreat, royal officials said on Wednesday, in the first ceremony away from London in her record-breaking reign. Normally, the audience to accept the resignation of the outgoing prime minister and the so-called “kissing of the hands” ceremony with their replacement takes place at Buckingham Palace. With the queen’s official London residence just a short drive […]
European stocks climb at open
LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) – European stock markets climbed at the start of trading Friday, as traders focus on recession risks. London’s benchmark FTSE 100 index grew 0.3 percent to 7,486.82 points despite official data showing the UK economy contracted in the second quarter as inflation soars. In the eurozone, Frankfurt’s DAX index rose 0.1 percent to 13,712.79 points and the Paris CAC 40 gained 0.2 percent to 6,556.80. bcp/lth © Agence France-Presse
UK breaches 40C for first time, heat records tumble in France
by Joe JACKSON with AFP Europe bureaus Agence France-Presse LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) — A punishing heatwave fuelling ferocious wildfires in western Europe pushed temperatures in Britain over 40 degrees Celsius (104 degrees Fahrenheit) for the first time on Tuesday and regional heat records tumbled elsewhere. Grassland fires erupted on the edge of London, with one forcing the evacuation of 14 people as farm buildings, houses and garages were consumed by the flames. “I was […]
UPDATED: UK PM Johnson steps down as Conservative leader
by Jitendra JOSHI / James PHEBY Agence France Presse LONDON, United Kingdom (AFP) –Boris Johnson resigned on Thursday as leader of Britain’s Conservative party, paving the way for the selection of a new prime minister after dozens of ministers quit his scandal-hit government. “It is clearly the will of the parliamentary Conservative party that there should be a new leader of that party, and therefore a new prime minister,” Johnson said outside 10 Downing […]
INC London holds ‘Aloha my Brethren’ community event
From social distancing to social connection, INC volunteers in Heathrow held an open community event, inspired by Hawaiian culture and food. Invited guests were able to enjoy free live musical performances, interactive family friendly games and booths, Hawaiian cuisine and beverages; an event inspiring social bonds within the community. Erianne Celestino – UK bureau
UK inflation jumps to 40-year peak
by Roland JACKSON Agence France Presse Britain’s annual inflation rate surged to a 40-year high last month on rocketing energy costs, official data showed Wednesday, sparking opposition calls for the government to announce an emergency budget to combat a cost-of-living crisis. Consumer prices index inflation hit 9.0 percent in April from 7.0 percent in March, the Office for National Statistics said in a statement. The ONS estimated that April was the highest level since […]
