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London is the capital and largest city of both England and the United Kingdom, with a population of 8,866,180 in 2022. Its wider metropolitan area is the largest in Western Europe, with a population of 14.9 million. London stands on the River Thames in southeast England, at the head of a 50-mile (80 km) tidal estuary down to the North Sea, and has been a major settlement for nearly 2,000 years. Its ancient core and financial centre, the City of London, was founded by the Romans as Londinium and has retained its medieval boundaries. The City of Westminster, to the west of the City of London, has been the centuries-long host of the national government and parliament. London grew rapidly in the 19th century, becoming the world's largest city at the time. Since the 19th century the name "London" has referred to the metropolis around the City of London, historically split between the counties of Middlesex, Essex, Surrey, Kent and Hertfordshire, which since 1965 has largely comprised the administrative area of Greater London, governed by 33 local authorities and the Greater London Authority.

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Nato chief urges UK to hike defence spending Nato Secretary General Mark Rutte urged the UK government to hike its defence spending budget in a speech delivered in London on Monday. Speaking in Chatham House, Mr Rutte said: "We need a quantum.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:54Published 2 hours ago

From Cornclave to Twin Leeks: Take a look at London’s wonderful vegetable sculpture contest From Cornclave to Twin Leeks: Take a look at London’s wonderful vegetable sculpture contest A wildly creative vegetable sculpture contest stole the show at this year’s Lambeth Country Show in.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:36Published 7 hours ago

UK-China embassy row sparks espionage fears Both Labour and Conservatives have raised red flags over a proposed Chinese super-embassy in London. Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp said the US was right to be concerned, claiming Labour is.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:25Published 1 day ago

Horror Master Mike Flanagan's Tired of Jump Scares The Haunting of Hill House creator was in London for the SXSW premiere The Life of Chuck, with Tom Hiddleston. Report by Nelsonj. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on.. Credit: ODN Duration: 04:03Published 2 days ago

Anti-austerity protest draws crowds in central London Thousands of protesters have marched through central London in a demonstration against government spending cuts and welfare reform. Organised by The People's Assembly, the rally calling for increased.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:53Published 2 days ago

Trump’s London Gamble: US, UK Take on China in Explosive Trade Showdown - $582B Hangs in Balance Tensions are boiling over as top U.S. officials land in London for a high-stakes trade showdown with global consequences. U.S President Donald Trump announces urgent talks with U.K. leaders amid.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:26Published 2 days ago

King Charles visits SXSW London The King visited South by Southwest (SXSW) festival in London. His Majesty was greeted by London Mayor Sadiq Khan and Deputy Prime Minister Angela Rayner at the event. The King also toured Old.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:48Published 4 days ago

Chancellor announces billions in public transport investment Rachel Reeves has announced billions of pounds in funding for transport outside London, but also warns she has had to make difficult decisions ahead of her spending review next week. The £15.6 billion.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:42Published 5 days ago

Largest ever auction of Diana's clothes to take place A clothing sale of some of Princess Diana's most celebrated looks is set to take place in Beverly Hills on Thursday. An exhibition with some of the selected pieces went on display at an exclusive.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:09Published 6 days ago

John Healey ramps up defence spending The defence secretary has paid a visit to a Royal Air Force station following his pledge to ramp up defence spending this week. John Healey flew in an army helicopter and operated a drone during the.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:54Published 6 days ago

Replica of Columbus’ flagship docks in central London Replica of Columbus’ flagship docks in central London Clad in timber and topped with soaring sails, a full-size replica of Christopher Columbus’ 15th-century flagship has moored at St Katharine.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:00Published 1 week ago

Holden backs Jenrick over London fare dodging video Richard Holden has supported Robert Jenrick’s call for action on fare dodging in London. Jenrick shared a video confronting people jumping ticket barriers at a London Underground station. Holden.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:36Published 1 week ago

Crystal Palace team arrives at Selhurst Park Thousands of fans line the streets of south London to watch a victory parade by Crystal Palace as the team arrives at Selhurst Park to celebrate winning the FA Cup. Report by Chinnianl. Like us on.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:45Published 2 weeks ago

Arsenal Women celebrate Champions League victory Fans gather outside the Emirates Stadium in north London, as Arsenal Women’s Team celebrate victory in the Champions League. Report by Chinnianl. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:09Published 2 weeks ago

Three children and woman die in Stonebridge house fire A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a woman and three children died in a house fire in north-west London. A 43-year-old woman, and one girl, aged 15, and two boys aged eight and.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:06Published 2 weeks ago

North London to be filled with fans after Spurs win Europa Tottenham will celebrate Europa League success with an open-top bus parade around the streets of north London on Friday night. Brennan Johnson’s 42nd-minute close-range finish helped Spurs edge out.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:58Published 2 weeks ago

Spurs fans celebrate winning the Europa League final Tottenham Hotspur supporters celebrate their club’s dramatic win against Manchester United in the final of the Europa League. Fans watched the game on big screens inside the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:45Published 3 weeks ago

Starmer: EU deal good for customers The Prime Minister visited a Lidl in north London on Tuesday afternoon as he sought to promote the impact of his trade deal with the EU. Speaking to broadcasters, Sir Keir Starmer said: ''We are in.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:44Published 3 weeks ago

NATO Warship Confronts China in South China Sea Showdown—HMS Spey Dares Beijing in NavigationMission Tensions flare in the South China Sea as British warship HMS Spey boldly challenges China's sweeping territorial claims. In a direct confrontation backed by NATO principles, the Royal Navy asserts.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:15Published 3 weeks ago

Lineker leaves London home as BBC exit confirmed Gary Lineker departs from his London home, hours after confirming he will leave the BBC following this weekend’s Match of the Day. The presenter apologised for the “hurt and upset caused”.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:25Published 3 weeks ago

UK and EU leaders hail 'new chapter' at landmark summit Leaders from the UK and EU have met in London for the first UK-EU summit since Brexit, marking what they called a "new era" in relations. Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer said the agreement reached.. Credit: ODN Duration: 02:29Published 3 weeks ago

Iran SLAMS UK For Unjust Arrests Of Nationals, Warns Of Political Motives And Int. Law Violations Iran has summoned the British charge d’affaires in Tehran to protest the arrest of several Iranian nationals in the UK, calling the detentions unjustified, evidence-less, and politically motivated... Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:14Published 3 weeks ago

Thousands Rally In London For Nakba Anniversary Amid Gaza Strikes And Israel-Hamas Ceasefire Talks Marking 77 years since the Nakba, tens of thousands joined a massive pro-Palestine protest in London, organised by the Palestine Solidarity Campaign. The march, from Embankment to Downing Street,.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:17Published 3 weeks ago

Laurence Fox denies encouraging ULEZ camera vandalism Broadcaster Laurence Fox appears at Westminster Magistrates' Court to stand trial for allegedly encouraging people to vandalise traffic cameras which monitor London's Ultra Low Emissions Zone.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:58Published 3 weeks ago

EURO 2025 a 'fresh start' for Lionesses Grace Clinton and Lauren James joined a girls-only training session in west London. The Lionesses talked about the Euros being a 'fresh start' for England and not dwelling on the disappointment of.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:21Published on May 13, 2025

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Beyoncé's Chaps Fall Off Mid-Song During 'Cowboy Carter' Show Talk about a Beyonc-SLAY. The singer effortlessly performed through a major wardrobe malfunction at her Thursday night "Cowboy Carter" tour show in London ... continuing to belt out "I'm That Girl".. TMZ.com - Published 3 days ago
Beyonce rides into town for London leg of Cowboy Carter tour Denim chaps and hot pants aren't most people's go-to outfit for standing outside on a drizzly June day in London but Beyonce fans with tickets to her Cowboy Carter tour joked they were enjoying their.. Sky News - Published 4 days ago
Russian ambassador partly blames UK for Ukrainian drone attack: 'We perfectly know how much London is involved' Russia's UK ambassador has told Sky News that Ukraine's recent attacks risk escalating the conflict to "World War III" as he partly blamed the UK. Sky News - Published 4 days ago
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