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London is the capital and largest city of both England and the United Kingdom, with a population of 8,945,309 in 2023. Its wider metropolitan area is the largest in Western Europe, with a population of 15.1 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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Culture Digest: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week Culture Digest: The best things to do, hear, see or watch in Europe this week A London exhibition pays tribute to Jean-Francois Millet's riveting rural portraits, Austin Butler stars in crime caper.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:50Published 5 hours ago

Dickens' private theatre brought to life in unearthed sketch Unpublished sketches featuring Charles Dickens have gone on public display for the first time at the Charles Dickens Museum in London. Frankie Kubicki, the museum’s Director, says the drawings reveal.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:02Published 19 hours ago

Notting Hill Carnival opens with family day More than a million people are expected in west London today for Notting Hill Carnival’s family day, with another million set to attend tomorrow. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:13Published 22 hours ago

Kneecap rapper Mo Chara to appear in UK court over alleged support for terror group Kneecap rapper Mo Chara to appear in UK court over alleged support for terror group Kneecap member Mo Chara is scheduled to appear in court today in London. The Metropolitan Police has issued Public.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:25Published 5 days ago

Kneecap’s Liam O’Hanna arrives at court Kneecap star Liam O’Hanna arrives at Westminster Magistrates Court charged with terror offences after allegedly displaying a Hezbollah flag during a Kneecap gig at the O2 Forum in north London last.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:43Published 5 days ago

London landmarks lit up on VJ Day anniversary A number of public buildings around the UK lit up on Friday evening to mark 80th anniversary of VJ Day. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and follow us on.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:02Published 1 week ago

UK marks the anniversary of VJ day Military bagpipers performed a lament at dawn on the 80th anniversary of Victory over Japan Day. The bagpipers played at various locations across the UK including Whitehall, the National Arboretum in.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:58Published 1 week ago

Making homemade British puddings is a dying trend Shoppers at Borough Market in London confirm that people in Britain rarely make their own desserts like crumbles and sponges due to the convenience of ready-made treats. Report by Blairm. Like us on.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:51Published 2 weeks ago

Students receive A-level results in east London Students at the Sydney Russell School in Dagenham, east London receive their A-level results, which has seen top grades rise again this year, remaining above pre-pandemic highs according to national.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:41Published 2 weeks ago

London march calls for release of hostages Adam Ma’anit highlights the plight of hostages, joining other relatives, Jewish community leaders and antisemitism campaigners in a march through central London to urge the government to take action.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:02Published 2 weeks ago

474 Arrested In UK’s Biggest Anti-Netanyahu Protest As Terrorism Law Sparks Palestine Action Outrage In one of the largest police operations in over a decade, 474 people were arrested in central London during a mass protest against the UK’s ban on Palestine Action. The Metropolitan Police confirmed.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:26Published 2 weeks ago

Far-Right Protesters CLASH With Pro-Migrant Groups Outside Asylum Hotel \|Nigel Farage Behind Unrest? Anti-immigration protesters and pro-migrant groups clashed in London and Manchester, with police making multiple arrests amid rising tensions. Demonstrators outside a London hotel housing asylum.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:16Published 2 weeks ago

Philp slams China's plans for 'super-embassy' in London Shadow Home Secretary Chris Philp says China's plans to build a new 'super-embassy' in London "should not be allowed to go ahead", adding it will "clearly be used as a centre for espionage activity"... Credit: ODN Duration: 00:59Published 3 weeks ago

Protests in London stretch police resources Metropolitan Police Federation Chair Paula Dodds says there will be enough officers to police protests in London but warns other areas may be left with fewer resources. Report by Etemadil. Like us on.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:16Published 3 weeks ago

Anti-migrant protest held outside London hotel A 'pink protest' made up of women was held outside a hotel housing asylum seekers in Canary Wharf on Sunday. Women and children had gathered outside Canary Wharf’s Britannia International to oppose.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:43Published 3 weeks ago

Rival groups standoff as asylum hotel protest starts Anti-migrant protesters and members of Stand Up to Racism are kept apart by a large police presence outside the Thistle City Barbican Hotel in Islington, London. Report by Blairm. Like us on Facebook.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:00Published 3 weeks ago

Lionesses bring football home The Lionesses’ celebrations continue as they go on an open-top bus parade through central London along The Mall and end at Buckingham Palace. Report by Gluszczykm. Like us on Facebook at.. Credit: ODN Duration: 03:00Published on July 29, 2025

Trump: The Mayor of London has done a terrible job US President Donald Trump says London Mayor Sadiq Khan is a “nasty person” who has done a “terrible job” in office. Report by Ajagbef. Like us on Facebook at http://www.facebook.com/itn and.. Credit: ODN Duration: 00:21Published on July 28, 2025

Fans rally behind Lionesses ahead of Euros final England fans in London share their excitement and nerves ahead of the Lionesses' showdown with Spain in the UEFA Women’s Euro 2025 final in Basel. Report by Etemadil. Like us on Facebook at.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:25Published on July 27, 2025

Resident doctors strike as talks collapse Thousands of resident doctors have begun a five-day strike across England after pay talks with the Government broke down. From the picket line at St Thomas’ Hospital in London, Dr Melissa Ryan,.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:22Published on July 25, 2025

PM Modi's Grand Welcome: Indian Diaspora Floods Streets In London \| Historic Trade Deal Looms Prime Minister Narendra Modi’s visit to the United Kingdom has stirred excitement among the Indian diaspora, who gathered in large numbers to welcome him. Many praised his global vision and deep.. Credit: Oneindia Duration: 03:03Published on July 24, 2025

George the Poet teams up with young Londoners to reimagine iconic paintings through spoken word George the Poet teams up with young Londoners to reimagine iconic paintings through spoken word Supported by George the Poet, a new project at London's FRAMELESS reimagines classic artworks through.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 02:48Published on July 24, 2025

From Princess Diana to Tupac: London exhibition celebrates Gianni Versace’s dazzling fashion legacy From Princess Diana to Tupac: London exhibition celebrates Gianni Versace’s dazzling fashion legacy Chainmail, silk shirts, pin dresses, and a whole lot of gold - Versace’s most iconic looks are.. Credit: euronews (in English) Duration: 01:41Published on July 23, 2025

Family of man shot dead on Tube mark 20th anniversary The family and friends of Jean Charles de Menezes have gathered outside Stockwell Tube Station in London to mark 20 years since his death. The 27-year-old Brazilian electrician was fatally shot at the.. Credit: ODN Duration: 01:51Published on July 22, 2025

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