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Teenager facing life in jail for killing student who stood up to him for throwing conkers
A 15-year-old boy today faces a life term for stabbing to death architecture student Steven Grisales, pictured, in a confrontation about throwing conkers in the street.
Sadistic park stalker killed elderly man with tree branch
A sadistic double murderer who wore skull and crossbones gloves in a month of random violence faces a life sentence today after he was found guilty of killing men in motiveless attacks in woods and parks in north London.
Heathrow humbled as Olympics stars run a mile from official Games airport
Hundreds of Olympic athletes and coaches will be forced to leave London from Stansted rather than Heathrow because the official Games gateway cannot cope with the rush.
Kitchen fitter freed after serving seven years for murder he didn't commit
Sam Hallam, now 24, is due to be released on bail after prosecutors told three senior judges that they would not oppose his appeal. He was ordered to serve a minimum of 12 years in 2004 for the murder of a trainee chef who was attacked by youths in Clerkenwell.
Eurozone storm: Britain's growth forecast slashed by Mervyn King
The Governor of the Bank of England today slashed Britain’s growth forecasts by a third as he warned of an economic “storm”.
Death of baby killed by falling lamp post ruled an ACCIDENT by coroner
The jury in the inquest of a baby boy fatally injured by a falling lamp post has been directed to return a verdict of accidental death.
Action needed now on Romanian beggars who are turning Park Lane into an eyesore
Boris Johnson today faced calls to deal with Romanian beggars who have been sleeping rough yards from Marble Arch.
Fatal flaws that led to carnage at gates of Tottenham school
A schizophrenic who knifed a schoolboy to death and wounded three other pupils after failing to take his medication was today jailed.
Friend of Prince Harry vows to re-open Chelsea nightclub Public
Residents living next to a Chelsea nightclub part-owned by Prince William’s close friend Guy Pelly were today celebrating after the venue was closed down following complaints about noisy and drunken revellers.
Revealed: The group of British heroes to sail on the Queen's rowbarge Gloriana
A group of British heroes has been chosen to sail on the Queen’s rowbarge Gloriana.
The heroes at King's College A&E - London's real-life Holby City
A new C4 fly-on-the-wall documentary reveals the dedication and gallows humour of staff at King's College A&E.
Follow the glitz and glamour as stars arrive for the 65th Cannes Film Festival
Cool Kate - pictures
All eyes were on Kate Moss at a Marie Curie Cancer fundraiser at Claridges. Other guests included Ronnie Wood and Princess Beatrice.
Pictured: the lady in red who Prince Philip made blush
The Duke of Edinburgh proved he still has an eye for the ladies at 90.
Killing joke! The Dictator takes Cannes by storm
General Aladeen, the wicked dictator of Wadiya, caused his usual mayhem when he appeared at the Cannes Film Festival.
No BBC boss should fly political colours
Anne McElvoy on why Boris Johnson is wrong to say the BBC's new director-general should be a full-blooded Tory.
'Banned' Gaga turns up in fishnets
Lady Gaga turned up at Tokyo airport clad in fishnets and the highest of boots after Indonesian authorities cancelled her appearance because of fears she would corrupt their youth.
Tracey Emin puts stamp on Tube map
Tracey Emin has designed a new version of London's iconic Tube map featuring a chirping bird sitting on a branch of the Northern Line.
Rule Bra-tannia: M&S Jubilee lingerie
Marks & Spencer unveil collection of 1950s-inspired lingerie to celebrate the Diamond Jubilee.
Beckham will be on golden plane with Olympic flame
David Beckham will bring the Olympic flame back to Britain aboard a specially painted BA golden plane.
London's latest Banksy
Graffiti artist Banksy has emblazoned the wall of a bargain store with an image depicting a child making Jubilee street party bunting in a sweatshop.
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Teenager facing life in jail for killing student who stood up to him for throwing conkers
A 15-year-old boy today faces a life term for stabbing to death an architecture student in a confrontation about throwing conkers in the street.
Moonrise Kingdom, Cannes Film Festival - review
Wes Anderson offers a charming and beautifully filmed parable of young love
QPR launch investigation into Joey Barton conduct
QPR will conduct an internal investigation into Joey Barton's dismissal against Manchester City and his subsequent conduct, the club announced this afternoon.
City Spy: Morgan man tackles Whale after encounter with Bear
So JPMorgan banking “firefighter” Matt Zames has landed his latest troubleshooting job, sorting out the mess at the bank’s chief investment office, home to the now-notorious London whale and his $2 billion errant gamble.
Sir Chris or Jess? That’s knit picking
A Scottish author has got in the Olympic spirit by penning a book advising readers how to knit their very own Olympians.
Forget about sexism — we’re all victims now
MEN! Are you the victim of sexism? Ever been made to feel bad by a so-called feminist? Perhaps you weren’t even aware you were being discriminated against, says philosophy professor David Benatar. He makes his pitch in a new book, The Second Sexism: Discrimination Against Men and Boys — and it’s a pretty compelling one.
Rule Bra-tannia: Marks & Spencer launches Jubilee lingerie range
Whatever will her Her Majesty think. Marks & Spencer have certainly thought outside the box with their idea to celebrate the Queen's Diamond Jubilee by coming up with a collection of 1950s inspired lingerie.
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Action needed now on Romanian beggars who are turning Park Lane into an eyesore
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Evicted Marble Arch beggars set up camp 50 yards away... in the middle of Park Lane
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Life in jail for merciless pair who shot father-of-four dead in 'trivial' McDonald's row -
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