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• The Swimmers - The Poignant Story of a Syrian Swimmer

  06-12-2022 22:57
  
  The new Netflix film triumphantly portrays the life of Olympian , Yusra Mardini, showcasing her strength as well as the hardships she faced as a former refugee
  
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• Whitechapel man cleared of murder over 'savage' killing

  06-12-2022 19:50
  
  A mentally ill man from Whitechapel kicked, stabbed and slashed his lover to death in a “merciless” attack after her husband discovered their relationship.
  
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• Is Twitter down? Users report issues with tweets and replies loading

  06-12-2022 19:11
  
  Is Twitter down? Users were reporting problems with the social media platform on Tuesday evening.
  
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• Coroner criticises nurses over Goodmayes Hospital death

  06-12-2022 18:54
  
  Nurses at Goodmayes Hospital did not respond "with the necessary urgency" to the condition of a patient who died there, an east London coroner has said.
  
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• Are you actually doing enough by Abiha Jamil, Seven Kings School

  06-12-2022 18:17
  
  Many of us have aspiring dreams of becoming Doctors,Engineers,Lawyers etc. But are we really putting in all the extra effort to achieve this goal?
  
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• Thamesmead and Abbey Wood stabbings: Further details released in court

  06-12-2022 18:09
  
  Three teenagers are facing trial next year for the murder of two 16-year-olds during “mob-handed armed violence” on the streets of London.
  
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• Make Mine A Double, Press and Tunnels review, Park Theatre

  06-12-2022 18:02
  
  A disturbing tale of an amoral tabloid hack, and a story of two men tunnelling out of 60s East Germany make for a thought provoking, good value double bill of new plays
  
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• The Quadrant centre withdraws applications to split up shops

  06-12-2022 18:01
  
  A Romford shopping centre has withdrawn plans to divide up some of its premises after being told the applications were not necessary.
  
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• Concerns for missing Bromley woman

  06-12-2022 17:59
  
  Police are looking for a woman who has been missing from Bromley for more than three weeks.
  
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• Hackney mother lost treasured possessions after fire

  06-12-2022 17:40
  
  A Hackney mother of a girl with autism has spoken of the heartache of losing her home in a fire - and of losing possessions including her wedding dress afterwards.
  
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• The Hidden Gem in Tooting - Erin Andrew, Ursuline High School

  06-12-2022 17:37
  
  With Tooting adopting the reputation of being a multicultural hub and full of hustle and bustle, it is no surprise that Lonely Planet named it one of the top 10 coolest neighbourhoods in the world in 2017.  With a wide variety of places to eat and cultures to experience it is the perfect place to go to have a fun time. Not only this, but you will have no trouble getting there as it is ideally situated between the two tube stations of Tooting Broadway and Tooting Bec.
  
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• Review: Wickies, The Vanishing Men of Eilean Mor, Park Theatre

  06-12-2022 17:11
  
  Paul Morrissey's play about the three 'wickies' who disappeared from their Scottish lighthouse at Christmas 1900 can't decide whether it's a supernatural thriller or an historic account of the strange event
  
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• Brent: Ex-council worker reduced to tears during employment tribunal

  06-12-2022 17:03
  
  Sayed Yusuf, 33, broke down in tears under questioning at his employment tribunal against Brent Council.
  
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• New restaurant hopes to ‘bring a bit of Greece into Romford’

  06-12-2022 16:49
  
  A new family-run Greek restaurant in Romford has said the early response from the community has been “beyond our expectations”. 
  
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• Two arrests made after fatal Marylebone stabbing

  06-12-2022 16:39
  
  Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder following a fatal stabbing in Marylebone last Monday (November 28).
  
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• Ofsted rates Playdays Preschool 2 in Harold Hill outstanding

  06-12-2022 16:12
  
  A nursery that sends children home with "fun activity bags" to help them learn has received Ofsted's highest possible rating.
  
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• Highgate priest 'sad' Christianity is decreasing nationally

  06-12-2022 16:05
  
  Does Christianity still have a role in North London, given its downward trend and the increase of atheism?
  
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• New Asda Express convenience store opens in Tottenham Hale

  06-12-2022 14:53
  
  The UK’s second Asda Express convenience store has opened up in Tottenham Hale.
  
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• Greggs opens first London Outlet bakery to tackle food waste

  06-12-2022 14:44
  
  Greggs has opened its first outlet in London.
  
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• Greggs opens first London Outlet bakery in a bid to tackle food waste

  06-12-2022 14:44
  
  Gregg's has opened their first Outlet in London.
  
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• New Cross Post Office reopens with new management

  06-12-2022 14:43
  
  New Cross Post Office has re-opened today (December 6) after three months of closure.
  
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• London's 9 Best Restaurants, Bars & Pubs To Try This December

  06-12-2022 14:32
  
  From fusion restaurants to Japanese exceptional omakase-style dining, here are the best new restaurants, pubs and bars in London to try out this December. 
  
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• Strep A: Hampshire survivor Alex Lewis sends message to parents

  06-12-2022 14:03
  
  A Hampshire dad who had all four limbs amputated after contracting Strep A has issued a warning to parents
  
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• London protestors call for rent freeze

  06-12-2022 13:52
  
  Hundreds of housing campaigners protested outside letting agents across London to demand an immediate freeze on "exorbitant" private rents.
  
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• Thamesmead and Abbey Wood stabbings: Two in court over deaths

  06-12-2022 13:51
  
  Three teenagers are facing trial next year for the murder of two 16-year-olds during “mob-handed armed violence” on the streets of London.
  
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• Call 999 if you see missing New Malden

  06-12-2022 13:27
  
  Police have concerns for the welfare of a man who is missing from his home in New Malden.
  
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• Epping Youth and Epping Rock Choir supporting 3Food4U this Christmas

  06-12-2022 13:24
  
  Two community organisations have chosen Epping Forest’s largest emergency food agency as the beneficiaries of their Christmas charity appeals.
  
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• German Doner Kebab opens new Chadwell Heath restaurant

  06-12-2022 13:14
  
  A fast-expanding kebab chain has opened the doors of its latest new restaurant.
  
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• The Pinner Arms reopens as The Whittington after makeover

  06-12-2022 13:01
  
  A pub has reopened and reverted back to its original name after a near seven figure investment.
  
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• Serial New Addington rapist sentenced to life in prison

  06-12-2022 12:59
  
  A serial rapist who had already been jailed for the rape of one victim has been found guilty of attacking a further two women, causing him to receive a life sentence.
  
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• Forest Gate swimming teacher guilty of sex assaults on girls

  06-12-2022 12:30
  
  A paedophile from Forest Gate has been found guilty of sexually assaulting girls aged under 13 at a swimming pool where he was an instructor.
  
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• Love Island star's restaurant Array has opening hours cut

  06-12-2022 12:27
  
  A Harold Wood bar and restaurant co-founded by Love Island star Kem Cetinay is to have its opening hours cut following a two-day licensing hearing.
  
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• Collette Cooper releases album The Dark Side of Christmas

  06-12-2022 12:16
  
  Forget tinsel and sentimental seasonal fare, the Hampstead singer and actor has released an album that encourages listeners to reflect on loss and loneliness at Christmas
  
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• Winter Solstice: When is the shortest day of the year?

  06-12-2022 12:09
  
  What is the Winter Solstice as the shortest day approaches?
  
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• Rail Strikes December: Christmas strike dates announced

  06-12-2022 12:08
  
  RMT union have shared new train strike dates to take place during the Christmas period.
  
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• Crabtree Manorway South Belvedere warehouse fire under investigation

  06-12-2022 12:02
  
  A fire which has damaged a warehouse in Belvedere is under investigation.
  
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• Strep A: Primary school children could be given antibiotics en masse

  06-12-2022 12:01
  
  Antibiotics could be given to all children in a year group who had been affected by Strep A, even if they did not have any symptoms
  
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• Council failings blamed for killing of Islington teen

  06-12-2022 11:51
  
  Islington and Ealing council failings “probably” caused or contributed to the death of a teenager in accommodation in Hayes, an inquest has found.
  
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• Council failings blamed after killing of Islington teen

  06-12-2022 11:51
  
  Islington and Ealing council failings “probably” caused or contributed to the death of a teenager in accommodation in Hayes, an inquest has found.
  
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• Police respond to 'terrorist attack' claims in Cricklewood

  06-12-2022 11:28
  
  Police say they are keeping an “open mind” about a fire after claims of a targeted “terrorist” attack.
  
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• Man attacked after leaving darts event at Alexandra Palace, Haringey

  06-12-2022 10:46
  
  Police have released an image of two men they want to speak to following a violent assault after a Darts World Championship session at Alexandra Palace, Haringey, in 2021.
  
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• Man attacked after leaving darts event at Alexandra Palace

  06-12-2022 10:46
  
  Police have released an image of two men they want to speak to following a violent assault after a Darts World Championship session at Alexandra Palace, Haringey, in 2021.
  
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• Old Kent Road traffic: Just Stop Oil protesters block road

  06-12-2022 10:40
  
  Just Stop Oil protesters have staged another slow march – blocking a south London road.
  
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• What is the Lensa AI art generator from TikTok?

  06-12-2022 10:33
  
  The viral TikTok trend has seen people sharing unique photos using the Lensa ai art generator.
  
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• Upstairs at the Gatehouse Theatre is Asset of Community Value

  06-12-2022 10:31
  
  The theatre above Highgate's Gatehouse pub is protected from development after the Highgate Society's request was approved by Camden Council
  
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• Strep A: Parents should be vigilant as infections rise, Downing Street

  06-12-2022 08:44
  
  Downing Street said any parents concerned about Strep A symptoms in their children should contact the NHS
  
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• Probe 'still open' into deaths of Dagenham dad and daughter

  06-12-2022 08:00
  
  A probe into the deaths of William Jesson, 22, and 18-month-old daughter Eve, from Dagenham, in a collision near Cambridge in October is still open.
  
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• Kebab chain eyes spot on ‘depressed’ Brentwood High Street

  06-12-2022 08:00
  
  A fast-food chain selling ‘gourmet’ donor kebabs has attacked the “indifferent maintenance” behind Brentwood’s “depressed” high street as it bids to open a new restaurant.
  
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• Highgate businesses prepare for Christmas in difficult times

  06-12-2022 07:11
  
  Businesses in Highgate have said a heartfelt thanks to loyal customers who have kept them going through difficult times.
  
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• Senlac Road Lewisham tree petition backed by 46,000 signatures

  06-12-2022 06:00
  
  A petition to save the last mature tree on a Lewisham street has received more than 46,000 signatures online.
  
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