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London is the capital and largest city of England and the United Kingdom. The city stands on the River Thames in the south-east of England, at the head of its 50-mile (80 km) estuary leading to the North Sea, London has been a major settlement for two millennia. Londinium was founded by the Romans. The City of London, London's ancient core and financial centre − an area of just 1.12 square miles (2.9 km²) and colloquially known as the Square Mile − retains boundaries that closely follow its medieval limits. The adjacent City of Westminster is an Inner London borough and has for centuries been the location of much of the national government. Thirty one additional boroughs north and south of the river also comprise modern London. London is governed by the mayor of London and the London Assembly.

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Angry taxi driver confronts Sadiq Khan A bystander who identifies himself as a taxi driver but would not give hisname heckles London mayor Sadiq Khan, blaming him for stifling business in thecapital by "shutting it down" via his transport.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:19Published 1 hour ago

Artist creates tapestry to document most notable lockdown moments Three UK has unveiled an art installation that shows trending moments duringthe Covid-19 lockdown. Illustrated by London artist Emmy Lupin, How WeScrolled: Lockdown 2020 is an undulating, 25-metre look.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:35Published 9 hours ago

Jesus Christ Superstar brings back live outdoor theatre to Regent's Park The public are “ready” to get back to watching live theatre performances, anactor starring in an upcoming outdoor production of Jesus Christ Superstar hassaid. The Regent’s Park Open Air Theatre.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:10Published 18 hours ago

London lit red to mark Red Alert for arts events London landmarks were lit red on Tuesday evening to mark 'Red Alert' day, highlighting the plight of arts and events venues affected by the Covid-19 pandemic. Report by Jonesia. Like us on Facebook at.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:05Published 1 day ago

UK weather: The forecast for the next five days A look at the weather forecast for London, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Belfast asthe UK braces itself for storms and sunshine. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:17Published 1 day ago

Arts venues illuminated red to represent plight of creative industries Hundreds of arts venues across the UK have been lit up red in a show ofsolidarity with the ailing creative industries. London landmarks including theTate Modern, Millennium Bridge, Southbank Centre and.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:44Published 2 days ago

Referee punched during amateur football match An amateur football referee was punched in the head several times aftersending off a player in a friendly match in London. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:50Published 2 days ago

Boris Johnson: The plan is there for schools to return in September Boris Johnson visits St Joseph's Catholic Primary School in Upminster, eastLondon, to see work to make schools safe for return in September. The PrimeMinister struck a conciliatory tone to education.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:22Published 3 days ago

Willian confirms Chelsea exit after seven years Willian says goodbye to Chelsea fans with a farewell letter as the Brazilian international nears closer to a reported move across London to Arsenal. Credit: Reuters - Sports Duration: 01:30Published 4 days ago

Murder investigation after stabbing in London’s West End A teenager has died after being stabbed in London’s West End. Police werecalled to reports of an assault on Market Place at the junction with OxfordStreet at 5.38pm on Saturday, Scotland Yard said... Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:56Published 4 days ago

Britons set for another hot day before severe thunderstorms strike Many Britons are set to bask in another hot day, with temperatures in the30Cs. The mercury looks set to reach 35C on Sunday - with Kent, Sussex andparts of London being the most likely to see the.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:38Published 4 days ago

Black Lives Matter Protest takes to the streets of Tottenham Rapper Wretch 32 joins a Black Lives Matter protest on the streets of Tottenham in north London. Campaigner Stafford Scott says they had no choice but to hold another demonstration to highlight racism.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:30Published 5 days ago

The crippling effect of coronavirus within communities Data obtained by ITV News has revealed the crippling impact coronavirus is likely to have on towns and cities across the UK. With the full winding down of the furlough scheme by October, more than.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:18Published 6 days ago

International Cat Day: Larry poses for photo shoot in Downing Street A photographer has been snapping one of London's most famous felines ahead of International Cat Day on Saturday (August 8).View on euronews Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 00:50Published 6 days ago

London MP calls for a boycott of Unilever over treatment of Kenyan farmers Black Lives Matter held a 'bend the knee, don’t drink the tea' demonstrationoutside Unilever HQ in central London, claiming the company is exploitingAfrican farmers. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:14Published 6 days ago

London lions beat the heat with icy meat-pops With temperatures in London forecast to hit 36 degrees Celsius on Friday (August 7), animals in the British capital's zoo were given icy treats to help them keep cool in the hot weather. Credit: Reuters Studio Duration: 00:59Published 6 days ago

Arsenal close to signing Chelsea's Willian - media reports Brazil international Willian is close to moving across London from Chelsea to Arsenal on a three-year deal according to the British media. Credit: Reuters - Sports Duration: 01:06Published 6 days ago

Notting Hill Carnival to go digital for 2020 festival Notting Hill Carnival will be moving online this year after the event wasforced to cancel its street party due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. Forthe first time in its 54-year history, the west.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 00:55Published 6 days ago

BMW launches world-first eDrive Zones technology in London and Birmingham The new digital service automates the process of switching to electric-onlypower when a BMW plug-in hybrid vehicle enters a defined area of the city. BMWeDrive Zones technology provides many benefits,.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:16Published 1 week ago

Lebanese diaspora holds vigil to honour victims of Beirut blast Vigils for the victims of the Beirut blast were held in Tel Aviv, the Palestinian Territories, Tehran, Paris and London. View on euronews Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:50Published 1 week ago

UK weather forecast: How hot will the weekend get? A look at the weather forecast for London, Cardiff, Edinburgh and Belfast asthe UK braces itself for a hot Friday. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:14Published 1 week ago

Arsenal to sack 55 staff as COVID-19 hits revenues VIDEO SHOWS: FILE FOOTAGE OF EMIRATES STADIUM EXTERIORS / COACH MIKEL ARTETA WITH ARSENAL SHIRT AT PRESENTATION / ARSENAL TRAINING SHOWS: LONDON, ENGLAND, UK (FILE - MARCH 13, 2020) (REUTERS - ACCESS Credit: Reuters - Sports Duration: 01:46Published 1 week ago

Caroline Flack inquest: Love Island presenter was seriously let down by authorities Television presenter Caroline Flack was “seriously let down by theauthorities” and was “hounded” by the press over her forthcoming trial in theweeks before she killed herself, her inquest.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:15Published 1 week ago

Drag queen embraces disability A maths tutor who lost his leg after being hit by a car has revealed how hisdrag queen alter ego has helped him embrace his disability. Ian Lilley, 43,had just moved from his home town in South Wales.. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:00Published 1 week ago

Brentford v Fulham: Championship play-off final match preview An in-depth look at the Championship play-off final between Brentford andFulham at Wembley, as the west London clubs look to seal promotion to thePremier League. Credit: PA - Press Association STUDIO Duration: 01:15Published 1 week ago

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