A stunning Viking longship based on a 1,000-year-old design sailed through the heart of London on the River Thames, captivating onlookers. The event celebrates Norse heritage and maritime history, bringing ancient craftsmanship to life in a modern setting.



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Step back in time at England’s Medieval Festival — a spectacular three-day celebration of history, heritage, and high adventure held during the August bank holiday at The King's Grove, Pippingford Park in Sussex. Experience the thrill of jousting tournaments, falconry displays, knightly battles, and immersive re-enactments. With medieval camping, live folk music, banquets, crafts, workshops, theatre, and traditional food and drink, this family-friendly festival brings the Middle Ages roaring back to life. A beloved tradition since 1993, the event draws thousands each year to relive the magic of medieval England.

History roars to life at UK's Medieval festival in Sussex 

London was once hailed as a global financial powerhouse, but it is facing increasing challenges to its status as a top destination for wealth and investment. Recent data indicates that the city’s appeal is fading. that is mostly impacted by a mix of economic uncertainty, policy shifts, and global competition.


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Amid ongoing speculation about his international future, India’s ODI stalwart Virat Kohli has returned to training in London, thanking Gujarat Titans assistant coach Naeem Amin for assisting in an indoor session. “Thanks for helping out with the hit, brother. Always lovely to see you,” Kohli wrote on Instagram, sharing a photo with Amin. The coach, who runs the Mighty Willow Academy across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and London, reshared the post with the message: “Good to see you, brother! See you soon.”&nbsp;Amin, a former Sunrisers Hyderabad staff member in the IPL, has previously hosted top players for practice, including India all-rounder Hardik Pandya. Since retiring from Tests and T20Is in June 2024, Kohli’s cricketing focus has shifted to ODIs and the IPL, where he plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The 35-year-old last featured in competitive cricket in the IPL 2025 final, scoring a crucial 43 to guide RCB to their first-ever title with a six-run win over Punjab Kings at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium.&nbsp;Fans will have to wait until October 2025 to see Kohli back in action, as India’s next ODI assignment comes during their white-ball tour of Australia. Alongside Rohit Sharma, Kohli is expected to feature in the three-match series starting October 19 in Perth, followed by games in Adelaide (October 23) and Sydney (October 25).<h2>Leeds pitch used for England-India Test rated ‘very good’</h2>The pitch used for the opening Test between England and India at Headingley, Leeds, has received a ‘very good’ rating, while the surfaces for the following three Tests were rated ‘satisfactory’, according to the ICC’s latest pitch and outfield assessments.&nbsp;The verdicts come in the aftermath of a gripping Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series, which ended 2-2 after Shubman Gill’s side clinched a nail-biting six-run win in the fifth Test at The Oval. Remarkably, all five matches went the full distance, with only the Manchester Test ending in a draw. At Headingley, both the pitch and outfield earned a ‘very good’ grade. The second Test at Edgbaston, Birmingham, saw the pitch rated ‘satisfactory’ and the outfield ‘very good’ — ratings that remained unchanged for the third and fourth Tests at Lord’s, London, and Old Trafford, Manchester.&nbsp;The ICC has yet to announce the pitch and outfield ratings for the final Test at The Oval. By contrast, in the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy, four of the five pitches received the top-tier ‘very good’ rating under the ICC’s updated evaluation criteria.

Virat Kohli begins ODI comeback prep with indoor session in London

Amid ongoing speculation about his international future, India’s ODI stalwart Virat Kohli has returned to training in London, thanking Gujarat Titans assistant coach Naeem Amin for assisting in an indoor session. “Thanks for helping out with the hit, brother. Always lovely to see you,” Kohli wrote on Instagram, sharing a photo with Amin. The coach, who runs the Mighty Willow Academy across Berkshire, Buckinghamshire, and London, reshared the post with the message: “Good to see you, brother! See you soon.” Amin, a former Sunrisers Hyderabad staff member in the IPL, has previously hosted top players for practice, including India all-rounder Hardik Pandya. Since retiring from Tests and T20Is in June 2024, Kohli’s cricketing focus has shifted to ODIs and the IPL, where he plays for Royal Challengers Bengaluru. The 35-year-old last featured in competitive cricket in the IPL 2025 final, scoring a crucial 43 to guide RCB to their first-ever title with a six-run win over Punjab Kings at Ahmedabad’s Narendra Modi Stadium. Fans will have to wait until October 2025 to see Kohli back in action, as India’s next ODI assignment comes during their white-ball tour of Australia. Alongside Rohit Sharma, Kohli is expected to feature in the three-match series starting October 19 in Perth, followed by games in Adelaide (October 23) and Sydney (October 25). Leeds pitch used for England-India Test rated ‘very good’ The pitch used for the opening Test between England and India at Headingley, Leeds, has received a ‘very good’ rating, while the surfaces for the following three Tests were rated ‘satisfactory’, according to the ICC’s latest pitch and outfield assessments. The verdicts come in the aftermath of a gripping Anderson-Tendulkar Trophy series, which ended 2-2 after Shubman Gill’s side clinched a nail-biting six-run win in the fifth Test at The Oval. Remarkably, all five matches went the full distance, with only the Manchester Test ending in a draw. At Headingley, both the pitch and outfield earned a ‘very good’ grade. The second Test at Edgbaston, Birmingham, saw the pitch rated ‘satisfactory’ and the outfield ‘very good’ — ratings that remained unchanged for the third and fourth Tests at Lord’s, London, and Old Trafford, Manchester. The ICC has yet to announce the pitch and outfield ratings for the final Test at The Oval. By contrast, in the recent Border-Gavaskar Trophy, four of the five pitches received the top-tier ‘very good’ rating under the ICC’s updated evaluation criteria.

Amin, a former Sunrisers Hyderabad staff member in the IPL, has previously hosted top players for practice, including India all-rounder Hardik Pandya

Virat Kohli, the heart of Indian cricket, chooses to lay low and lead a quiet life with his family in London, England. Since announcing his Test retirement last month, Kohli, who later won his maiden IPL title with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in IPL 2025, moved to the UK to spend the English summer with his wife and Bollywood actress, Anushka Sharma, and two kids. Choosing to spend time in peace and away from the chaos and media attention, Kohli remains in the vicinity of the Indian Team despite not being part of the Test squad for the ongoing five-match Test series against England.&nbsp;Even as India will play two Test matches in London, including the third one at the Lord’s starting July 10, Kohli chooses to remain private and deliberately distanced from the sport, per a Telegraph report that sheds some light on Kohli’s London life.&nbsp;&nbsp;Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/sports/is-june-20-the-luckiest-day-for-indian-test-cricket-history-and-numbers-suggest-so-sourav-ganguly-rahul-dravid-virat-kohli-1750410114862">Is June 20 the luckiest date for Indian Test Cricket? History and numbers suggest so!</a> &nbsp;Unlike his batting hero and cricket great Sachin Tendulkar, who was at Lord’s recently, Kohli skipped the recently-concluded WTC Final between Australia and South Africa and MCC’s ‘World Cricket Connects’ symposium despite staying close to the venue. &nbsp;Meanwhile, contrary to his life in India, where he is no less than a mega superstar, which also comes with its set of restrictions, Kohli walks like a free man in London - a city that offered him the refuge he longed for while staying in India. In the UK, he goes to restaurants with his family and even rides a tube (metro), something he can only imagine doing in his country.&nbsp; &nbsp;Moreover, he and Anushka are believed to be staying in Notting Hill.<h2>Team India in the UK &nbsp;</h2>After playing the intra-squad game against India-A in Beckenham, the senior men’s team was sent out to bat first on day one of the Leeds Test against England on Friday (Jun 20).&nbsp; &nbsp;While India handed a debut cap to Sai Sudharsan – the new number three- they recalled domestic giant Karun Nair to the Test line-up for the first time in eight years. &nbsp;In the bowling department, Jasprit Bumrah will lead the pace attack, and Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna will share the new ball with him. All-rounder Shardul Thakur was picked ahead of Nitish Kumar Reddy, while Ravindra Jadeja retained his place as the lone spinner.&nbsp;

Heart of Indian Cricket, Kohli chooses to lead quiet life in England – Report

Virat Kohli, the heart of Indian cricket, chooses to lay low and lead a quiet life with his family in London, England. Since announcing his Test retirement last month, Kohli, who later won his maiden IPL title with Royal Challengers Bengaluru (RCB) in IPL 2025, moved to the UK to spend the English summer with his wife and Bollywood actress, Anushka Sharma, and two kids. Choosing to spend time in peace and away from the chaos and media attention, Kohli remains in the vicinity of the Indian Team despite not being part of the Test squad for the ongoing five-match Test series against England. Even as India will play two Test matches in London, including the third one at the Lord’s starting July 10, Kohli chooses to remain private and deliberately distanced from the sport, per a Telegraph report that sheds some light on Kohli’s London life. Also read | Is June 20 the luckiest date for Indian Test Cricket? History and numbers suggest so! Unlike his batting hero and cricket great Sachin Tendulkar, who was at Lord’s recently, Kohli skipped the recently-concluded WTC Final between Australia and South Africa and MCC’s ‘World Cricket Connects’ symposium despite staying close to the venue. Meanwhile, contrary to his life in India, where he is no less than a mega superstar, which also comes with its set of restrictions, Kohli walks like a free man in London - a city that offered him the refuge he longed for while staying in India. In the UK, he goes to restaurants with his family and even rides a tube (metro), something he can only imagine doing in his country. Moreover, he and Anushka are believed to be staying in Notting Hill. Team India in the UK After playing the intra-squad game against India-A in Beckenham, the senior men’s team was sent out to bat first on day one of the Leeds Test against England on Friday (Jun 20). While India handed a debut cap to Sai Sudharsan – the new number three- they recalled domestic giant Karun Nair to the Test line-up for the first time in eight years. In the bowling department, Jasprit Bumrah will lead the pace attack, and Mohammed Siraj and Prasidh Krishna will share the new ball with him. All-rounder Shardul Thakur was picked ahead of Nitish Kumar Reddy, while Ravindra Jadeja retained his place as the lone spinner.

Even as India will play two Test matches in London, including the third one at the Lord’s starting July 10, Kohli chooses to remain private and deliberately distanced from the sport.

Heart of Indian Cricket, Kohli chooses to lead quiet life in England with family – Report

High-stakes negotiations between the world’s two largest economies moved into their second day on Tuesday at London’s Lancaster House. Rare earth minerals, semiconductor access, and student visa restrictions are reportedly on the top agenda of the meeting.&nbsp;Despite no major breakthrough, US President Donald Trump struck an optimistic tone. Speaking to reporters at the White House on Monday, he said, “We are doing well with China. China’s not easy. I’m only getting good reports", as quoted by Reuters.&nbsp;&nbsp;Leading the talks are US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. On the Chinese side, Vice Premier He Lifeng is heading the delegation.&nbsp;The dialogue follows a fragile truce struck in Geneva on 12 May. That deal rolled back tariffs by 115 per cent and paused further trade barriers for 90 days.But since then, both sides have accused each other of breaking the agreement, casting doubt over any long-term resolution.<h2>US-China trade war saga under Trump 2.0</h2>Tensions have been building ever since President Trump began his second term in office. Here’s how the trade war has escalated:&nbsp;It began on 1 February, when Trump signed an executive order imposing a 10 per cent tariff on Chinese imports. He&nbsp;claimed the move would tackle fentanyl smuggling. The same order scrapped the de minimis rule, which had previously allowed small Chinese parcels under $800 to enter the US duty-free.Just days later, on 4 February, China hit back. It imposed a 15 per cent tariff on US coal and LNG, and a 10 per cent tariff on crude oil, large vehicles, and farm machinery. It also brought in export controls on key rare earth minerals, such as molybdenum and tellurium.&nbsp;On 10 February, Trump added fresh tariffs on steel and aluminium imports, citing dumping by China. By 27&nbsp;February, he had also limited Chinese investment in sensitive sectors like technology and energy via new CFIUS guidelines.&nbsp;Things worsened in March. On the 3rd, tariffs on Chinese goods were raised to 20 per cent. China responded swiftly on the 4th with new levies on US poultry, grains, and meat, and launched a WTO case challenging the US measures.&nbsp;April saw dramatic escalation. On the 2nd, Trump introduced his so-called “Liberation Day” tariffs raising duties on Chinese goods to 54 per cent and permanently removing de minimis exemptions. China responded on 4 April with 34 per cent tariffs and added licensing requirements for exporting seven rare earths.&nbsp;Between 8 and 9 April, Trump upped the pressure again. Tariffs were hiked first to 104 per cent, then 125, and finally to 145 per cent. China struck back with its own 84 per cent levy. By 11 April, China raised its tariffs to match the US at 125 per cent, though Trump did exempt some electronics—from countries other than China.&nbsp;On 12 May, there was a brief breakthrough. Both sides agreed to a truce in Geneva, cutting tariffs to 30 per cent (US) and 10 per cent (China), and freezing further measures for 90 days.&nbsp;But by 28 May, cracks were already showing. The US Court of International Trade ruled that Trump had overstepped his authority by imposing such sweeping tariffs. His administration appealed.&nbsp;Then, on 30 May, Trump accused China of breaking the Geneva deal. He said Beijing had failed to relax rare earth restrictions as promised. China pushed back on 2 June, blaming Washington for imposing new controls on AI chip exports and revoking student visas.&nbsp;On 5 June, Trump spoke with Xi Jinping in a 90-minute call. The US President later said they were working to “save” the Geneva deal. A day later, he named Bessent, Lutnick, and Greer as lead negotiators for the London summit.&nbsp;Talks began on 9 June but hopes remains low amid growing industrial pressure and widening rifts.<h2>How the trade tension affected both economies?&nbsp;</h2>The Geneva truce may have paused the tariff hikes, but its effect on the real economy is proving limited.&nbsp;According to Reuters, Chinese exports to the United States dropped by 34.5 per cent in May 2025, the sharpest year-on-year fall since early 2020. Meanwhile, foreign direct investment (FDI) into China’s high-tech and defence sectors fell by 18.2 per cent, as per data from the Chinese Ministry of Commerce.&nbsp;Analysts link this to uncertainty over semiconductor access and tightening export controls.&nbsp;On the American side, supply chains are under pressure, particularly in industries dependent on Chinese rare earths. A US Chamber of Commerce report confirms that several major automakers and semiconductor firms have submitted emergency requests to the White House, seeking uninterrupted access to critical raw materials.&nbsp;President Trump has claimed a limited export deal is in place, but Reuters clarifies that China has only issued 30-day provisional licences, which are subject to monthly review, leaving US industries in limbo. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has also weighed in. In its June forecast, the IMF cut its 2025 global growth projection to 2.5 per cent, down from 3.1&nbsp;per cent, warning that continued US-China trade tensions could cost the global economy up to 0.6 percentage points in lost growth over the next year.&nbsp;Both economies are feeling the pinch, China from falling exports and foreign investment, the US from disrupted production and growing supply bottlenecks. The longer the standoff continues, the deeper the economic scars may run.<h2>Rare Earths at the heart of London negotiations</h2>Commerce Secretary Lutnick’s presence in London underlines how crucial rare earths have become. China controls over 85 per cent of global output. These minerals are essential for electric vehicles, wind turbines, satellites, and guided missiles.&nbsp;According to Associated Press, several European and US firms are already facing production delays due to shrinking rare earth stocks. British officials are also involved. UK Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds and Treasury Chief Rachel Reeves held side meetings with both delegations.&nbsp;A UK government statement read: “We are a nation that champions free trade and have always been clear that a trade war is in nobody’s interests.”<h2>What lies ahead?&nbsp;</h2>Formal statements from both sides are expected after Tuesday’ssession. But insiders warn that unless China loosens its rare earth export licensing and the US relaxes chip and visa restrictions, no major breakthrough is likely.&nbsp;Speaking to CNBC, White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said: “I expect a short meeting with a big, strong handshake on rare earths—but not much else.”&nbsp;With more disputes surfacing on chip design tools, intellectual property, and academic ties, experts caution that these talks might only delay deeper conflict.&nbsp;

Despite the lack of significant achievements, US President Donald Trump voiced confidence. 

High-stakes negotiations between the world’s two largest economies moved into their second day on Tuesday at London’s Lancaster House. Rare earth minerals, semiconductor access, and student visa restrictions are reportedly on the top agenda of the meeting. Despite no major breakthrough, US President Donald Trump struck an optimistic tone. Speaking to reporters at the White House on Monday, he said, “We are doing well with China. China’s not easy. I’m only getting good reports", as quoted by Reuters. Leading the talks are US Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Commerce Secretary Howard Lutnick, and Trade Representative Jamieson Greer. On the Chinese side, Vice Premier He Lifeng is heading the delegation. The dialogue follows a fragile truce struck in Geneva on 12 May. That deal rolled back tariffs by 115 per cent and paused further trade barriers for 90 days. But since then, both sides have accused each other of breaking the agreement, casting doubt over any long-term resolution. US-China trade war saga under Trump 2.0 Tensions have been building ever since President Trump began his second term in office. Here’s how the trade war has escalated: It began on 1 February, when Trump signed an executive order imposing a 10 per cent tariff on Chinese imports. He claimed the move would tackle fentanyl smuggling. The same order scrapped the de minimis rule, which had previously allowed small Chinese parcels under $800 to enter the US duty-free. Just days later, on 4 February, China hit back. It imposed a 15 per cent tariff on US coal and LNG, and a 10 per cent tariff on crude oil, large vehicles, and farm machinery. It also brought in export controls on key rare earth minerals, such as molybdenum and tellurium. On 10 February, Trump added fresh tariffs on steel and aluminium imports, citing dumping by China. By 27 February, he had also limited Chinese investment in sensitive sectors like technology and energy via new CFIUS guidelines. Things worsened in March. On the 3rd, tariffs on Chinese goods were raised to 20 per cent. China responded swiftly on the 4th with new levies on US poultry, grains, and meat, and launched a WTO case challenging the US measures. April saw dramatic escalation. On the 2nd, Trump introduced his so-called “Liberation Day” tariffs raising duties on Chinese goods to 54 per cent and permanently removing de minimis exemptions. China responded on 4 April with 34 per cent tariffs and added licensing requirements for exporting seven rare earths. Between 8 and 9 April, Trump upped the pressure again. Tariffs were hiked first to 104 per cent, then 125, and finally to 145 per cent. China struck back with its own 84 per cent levy. By 11 April, China raised its tariffs to match the US at 125 per cent, though Trump did exempt some electronics—from countries other than China. On 12 May, there was a brief breakthrough. Both sides agreed to a truce in Geneva, cutting tariffs to 30 per cent (US) and 10 per cent (China), and freezing further measures for 90 days. But by 28 May, cracks were already showing. The US Court of International Trade ruled that Trump had overstepped his authority by imposing such sweeping tariffs. His administration appealed. Then, on 30 May, Trump accused China of breaking the Geneva deal. He said Beijing had failed to relax rare earth restrictions as promised. China pushed back on 2 June, blaming Washington for imposing new controls on AI chip exports and revoking student visas. On 5 June, Trump spoke with Xi Jinping in a 90-minute call. The US President later said they were working to “save” the Geneva deal. A day later, he named Bessent, Lutnick, and Greer as lead negotiators for the London summit. Talks began on 9 June but hopes remains low amid growing industrial pressure and widening rifts. How the trade tension affected both economies? The Geneva truce may have paused the tariff hikes, but its effect on the real economy is proving limited. According to Reuters, Chinese exports to the United States dropped by 34.5 per cent in May 2025, the sharpest year-on-year fall since early 2020. Meanwhile, foreign direct investment (FDI) into China’s high-tech and defence sectors fell by 18.2 per cent, as per data from the Chinese Ministry of Commerce. Analysts link this to uncertainty over semiconductor access and tightening export controls. On the American side, supply chains are under pressure, particularly in industries dependent on Chinese rare earths. A US Chamber of Commerce report confirms that several major automakers and semiconductor firms have submitted emergency requests to the White House, seeking uninterrupted access to critical raw materials. President Trump has claimed a limited export deal is in place, but Reuters clarifies that China has only issued 30-day provisional licences, which are subject to monthly review, leaving US industries in limbo. The International Monetary Fund (IMF) has also weighed in. In its June forecast, the IMF cut its 2025 global growth projection to 2.5 per cent, down from 3.1 per cent, warning that continued US-China trade tensions could cost the global economy up to 0.6 percentage points in lost growth over the next year. Both economies are feeling the pinch, China from falling exports and foreign investment, the US from disrupted production and growing supply bottlenecks. The longer the standoff continues, the deeper the economic scars may run. Rare Earths at the heart of London negotiations Commerce Secretary Lutnick’s presence in London underlines how crucial rare earths have become. China controls over 85 per cent of global output. These minerals are essential for electric vehicles, wind turbines, satellites, and guided missiles. According to Associated Press, several European and US firms are already facing production delays due to shrinking rare earth stocks. British officials are also involved. UK Business Secretary Jonathan Reynolds and Treasury Chief Rachel Reeves held side meetings with both delegations. A UK government statement read: “We are a nation that champions free trade and have always been clear that a trade war is in nobody’s interests.” What lies ahead? Formal statements from both sides are expected after Tuesday’ssession. But insiders warn that unless China loosens its rare earth export licensing and the US relaxes chip and visa restrictions, no major breakthrough is likely. Speaking to CNBC, White House economic adviser Kevin Hassett said: “I expect a short meeting with a big, strong handshake on rare earths—but not much else.” With more disputes surfacing on chip design tools, intellectual property, and academic ties, experts caution that these talks might only delay deeper conflict.

The second day of high-stakes talks between the two biggest economies in the world has begun at Lancaster House in London, with the main topics of discussion being student visa limits, semiconductor access, and rare earth minerals.&nbsp;

US-China trade talks enter day two in London as Rare Earths dominates agenda

UK police have arrested a man in connection with suspected arson attacks targeting two properties linked to Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer, as well as a vehicle. The fires damaged former family homes associated with Starmer, raising serious security and political concerns.

UK: Man arrested over arson at homes linked to Keir Starmer

The UK marked the 80th anniversary of VE Day with a grand military procession in London, featuring over 1,300 participants. Thousands lined up to witness the historic event, paying tribute to the WWII generation. Watch this report for more details!

VE Day 80: Thousands gather for historic military procession in London

A porn star allegedly killed and decapitated two men, stuffing their remains in two suitcases and putting the rest in a freezer. The suitcases were found at a bridge last summer in England, according to reports. The suspect is said to be regularly engaging in sex with one of the victims and killed the men at their West London apartment.
Yostin Andres Mosquera murdered Albert Alfonso, 62, and Paul Longworth, 71, on July 8, 2024. He reportedly checked their bank account information and the price of their house.
Mosquera claims he was having &ldquo;extreme sex&rdquo; with Alfonso at the time of the alleged attack. Prosecutor Deanna Heer KC said on April 30 that it was also captured on camera. Mosquera is also said to have recorded a clip of himself singing and dancing, as per The Guardian.
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Longworth and Alonso had entered a civil partnership in February 2023, according to the publication. Prosecutors allege that Mosquera killed Longworth, attacking him with a hammer on the head, breaking his skull. Alfonso was repeatedly stabbed in the face and body.&nbsp;
<h2>Mosquera was paid to have sex with Alfonso: Reports</h2>
Mosquera is a Colombian national and a &ldquo;pornographic performer,&rdquo; and visited the couple often, the court was told. Reports suggest that he was paid to have sex with Alfonso.
Prosecutors claimed that investigations have revealed Mosquera had gone to their home with the intention of stealing from them. When his computer was checked, detectives found searches for the value of the pair&rsquo;s home and Alfonso&rsquo;s bank login information.
He hacked the men and stuffed their body parts in different suitcases. Mosquera put the rest of them in a chest freezer. He seemed to have planned the killings in detail as his computer search history showed that he had looked for the freezer on Facebook Marketplace.
He then took the suitcases and left them in two different places. The police received a report about a man with a suitcase acting suspiciously on the Clifton Suspension Bridge. When the officers reached the bridge, Mosquera had already left. They took the suitcase and found another one nearby.&nbsp;
The police confirmed in a release that they contained human remains. He was arrested in Bristol days later.

Porn actor Yostin Andres Mosquera murdered Albert Alfonso, 62, and Paul Longworth, 71, on July 8, 2024. He used to have sex with Alfonso for money. World Trending

A porn star allegedly killed and decapitated two men, stuffing their remains in two suitcases and putting the rest in a freezer. The suitcases were found at a bridge last summer in England, according to reports. The suspect is said to be regularly engaging in sex with one of the victims and killed the men at their West London apartment. Yostin Andres Mosquera murdered Albert Alfonso, 62, and Paul Longworth, 71, on July 8, 2024. He reportedly checked their bank account information and the price of their house. Mosquera claims he was having “extreme sex” with Alfonso at the time of the alleged attack. Prosecutor Deanna Heer KC said on April 30 that it was also captured on camera. Mosquera is also said to have recorded a clip of himself singing and dancing, as per The Guardian. Also Read: Submarine volcano near Oregon can erupt any time. Can it be as terrible as the Tonga explosion? Longworth and Alonso had entered a civil partnership in February 2023, according to the publication. Prosecutors allege that Mosquera killed Longworth, attacking him with a hammer on the head, breaking his skull. Alfonso was repeatedly stabbed in the face and body. Mosquera was paid to have sex with Alfonso: Reports Mosquera is a Colombian national and a “pornographic performer,” and visited the couple often, the court was told. Reports suggest that he was paid to have sex with Alfonso. Prosecutors claimed that investigations have revealed Mosquera had gone to their home with the intention of stealing from them. When his computer was checked, detectives found searches for the value of the pair’s home and Alfonso’s bank login information. He hacked the men and stuffed their body parts in different suitcases. Mosquera put the rest of them in a chest freezer. He seemed to have planned the killings in detail as his computer search history showed that he had looked for the freezer on Facebook Marketplace. He then took the suitcases and left them in two different places. The police received a report about a man with a suitcase acting suspiciously on the Clifton Suspension Bridge. When the officers reached the bridge, Mosquera had already left. They took the suitcase and found another one nearby. The police confirmed in a release that they contained human remains. He was arrested in Bristol days later.

Porn actor killed gay couple, stuffed body parts in suitcases, froze the rest: Report

An explosion was reported in London in the wee hours of Tuesday (April 29), filling the sky with black smoke. The London Fire Brigade reported that a devastating fire had occurred at an electrical substation on Victoria Passage in Westminster. Fifteen fire engines and around 100 firefighters are battling the blaze, while people in the area have been told to keep their windows closed to avoid inhaling the smoke.&nbsp;
Fire Services confirmed an electrical transformer was on fire, which had spread to a portion of the roof of a neighbouring residential building.&nbsp;
The fire could be spotted from Warwick Avenue, and some people posted that they could see the smoke from the fire "rising behind Big Ben." A resident posted on social media, "Smoke from the Westminster substation fire in London seen rising behind Big Ben."
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There are now 15 fire engines &amp; around 100 firefighters tackling the substation fire in <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/MaidaVale?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#MaidaVale</a>. An electrical transformer &amp; part of the roof of a neighbouring property are alight. Please continue to avoid the area &amp; keep windows and doors closed <a href="https://t.co/PRUGtGpIYa">https://t.co/PRUGtGpIYa</a> <a href="https://t.co/qxuLNbIIw0">pic.twitter.com/qxuLNbIIw0</a>
&mdash; London Fire Brigade (@LondonFire) <a href="https://twitter.com/LondonFire/status/1917118405733188041?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 29, 2025</a></blockquote>
The fire brigade was called to the scene at around 5:29 am and has been battling the blaze since then. Station Commander, Paul Morgan, told The Mirror, "This is a very visible fire and there is lots of smoke. Residents are advised to keep their windows and doors shut."
London Fire Brigade took to X to warn people about the fire and the hazards the smoke can pose, urging them to stay indoors. "We're on scene and extinguishing a fire at an electrical substation on Victoria Passage NW8 in Westminster," it wrote.
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Current view of the London fire <a href="https://t.co/5PX5QOYAOi">pic.twitter.com/5PX5QOYAOi</a>
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It added that the fire was "very visible" and causing "heavy smoke", leading to nearly 41 calls received by the 999 Control officers.
<h2>People were told to keep windows closed</h2>
Westminster Council also issued a warning to the residents, telling them to keep windows and doors shut. "The London Fire Brigade are dealing with a fire at an electrical substation on Victoria Passage NW8 in Westminster. Residents are advised to keep their windows and doors shut."
Several people took to social media and posted pictures of the fire.&nbsp;

London fire today: Fifteen fire engines and 100 firefighters are battling the blaze, while people in the area have been told to keep their windows closed. World Trending

An explosion was reported in London in the wee hours of Tuesday (April 29), filling the sky with black smoke. The London Fire Brigade reported that a devastating fire had occurred at an electrical substation on Victoria Passage in Westminster. Fifteen fire engines and around 100 firefighters are battling the blaze, while people in the area have been told to keep their windows closed to avoid inhaling the smoke. Fire Services confirmed an electrical transformer was on fire, which had spread to a portion of the roof of a neighbouring residential building. The fire could be spotted from Warwick Avenue, and some people posted that they could see the smoke from the fire "rising behind Big Ben." A resident posted on social media, "Smoke from the Westminster substation fire in London seen rising behind Big Ben." There are now 15 fire engines & around 100 firefighters tackling the substation fire in #MaidaVale. An electrical transformer & part of the roof of a neighbouring property are alight. Please continue to avoid the area & keep windows and doors closed https://t.co/PRUGtGpIYa pic.twitter.com/qxuLNbIIw0 — London Fire Brigade (@LondonFire) April 29, 2025 The fire brigade was called to the scene at around 5:29 am and has been battling the blaze since then. Station Commander, Paul Morgan, told The Mirror, "This is a very visible fire and there is lots of smoke. Residents are advised to keep their windows and doors shut." London Fire Brigade took to X to warn people about the fire and the hazards the smoke can pose, urging them to stay indoors. "We're on scene and extinguishing a fire at an electrical substation on Victoria Passage NW8 in Westminster," it wrote. Current view of the London fire pic.twitter.com/5PX5QOYAOi — Logan Naidu (@logan6152) April 29, 2025 It added that the fire was "very visible" and causing "heavy smoke", leading to nearly 41 calls received by the 999 Control officers. People were told to keep windows closed Westminster Council also issued a warning to the residents, telling them to keep windows and doors shut. "The London Fire Brigade are dealing with a fire at an electrical substation on Victoria Passage NW8 in Westminster. Residents are advised to keep their windows and doors shut." Several people took to social media and posted pictures of the fire.

Major explosion in London triggers massive fire, 15 fire engines and nearly 100 firefighters at the scene

The Indian diaspora and Hindu communities around the world are staging protests against the targeted killings of Hindu tourists after identification and segregation in the horrific terror attack at Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22 by terrorists of The Resistance Front, or TRF&mdash;an offshoot of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba.
Following the killing of 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national, members of the Indian and Hindu communities around the world have taken to the streets in protest.
In London, the Indian community protested outside the Pakistan High Commission.&nbsp; 
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<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/WATCH?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#WATCH</a> | Members of the Indian community staged a protest in Copenhagen, Denmark, condemning the Pahalgam Terrorist Attack.<a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PahalgamTerroristAttack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PahalgamTerroristAttack</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/PahalgamTerrorAttack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#PahalgamTerrorAttack</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/JammuKashmir?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JammuKashmir</a> <a href="https://twitter.com/hashtag/JammuKashmirAttack?src=hash&amp;ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">#JammuKashmirAttack</a> <a href="https://t.co/3QYkJiKGhi">pic.twitter.com/3QYkJiKGhi</a>
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Similarly, Indians hit the streets in Copenhagen and Melbourne to protest the attack that killed 26 unarmed civilians on vacation in Jammu and Kashmir&rsquo;s picturesque Pahalgam.
Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/pahalgam-attack-union-minister-puri-slams-bilawals-provocative-remark-says-pakistan-in-terminal-decline-9005580" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Pahalgam attack: Union Minister Puri slams Bilawal's provocative remark, says Pakistan in &lsquo;terminal decline&rsquo;</a>
From Federation Square in Melbourne to the Pakistan High Commission in London, and from Copenhagen to the Pakistan Embassy in Kathmandu, protesters are demanding justice and condemning the brutal act of terror. Voices of anger, pain, and unity are echoing globally as the diaspora stands in solidarity with the victims and calls for action.
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🚨 Frankfurt, Germany &mdash; Indian community stages a PROTEST rally against the Pahalgam terror attack, carrying posters EXPOSING Pakistan&rsquo;s role in cross-border terror 👏 &mdash; Indians are protesting on the streets; where is German-based Dhruv Rathee? <a href="https://t.co/mcggUzy1QX">pic.twitter.com/mcggUzy1QX</a>
&mdash; Megh Updates 🚨&trade; (@MeghUpdates) <a href="https://twitter.com/MeghUpdates/status/1916540514523926938?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 27, 2025</a></blockquote>
Members of the Indian community staged a protest in Copenhagen, Denmark, condemning the Pahalgam terrorist attack.
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A massive crowd of Indian Hindus are currently parading through the streets of Brampton, Ontario protesting against the local police force. This is not Mumbai. This is Canada. <a href="https://t.co/XriYGkgz1M">pic.twitter.com/XriYGkgz1M</a>
&mdash; Harrison Faulkner (@Harry__Faulkner) <a href="https://twitter.com/Harry__Faulkner/status/1853590730138071355?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">November 5, 2024</a></blockquote>
There was a face-off between Indian diaspora groups who gathered to protest Pakistan-backed terrorism and counter-protesters outside the Pakistan High Commission in London, which saw a Pakistani diplomatic official making a throat-slitting gesture.&nbsp;
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A theme on the Indian side of the protests so far has been emptying bottles of water on the ground, in reference to the Indian government suspending the Indus Water Treaty <a href="https://t.co/5SDDcGqc8F">pic.twitter.com/5SDDcGqc8F</a>
&mdash; Jack Hadfield 🇬🇧 (@JackHadders) <a href="https://twitter.com/JackHadders/status/1915809459152064904?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 25, 2025</a></blockquote>
In videos posted by Indian community groups on social media, the Pakistani official can be seen taunting them from the balcony of the mission building at Lowndes Square.
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VIDEO | Indian community stages protest outside the Pakistan High Commission in London against the Pahalgam terror attack that took 26 innocent lives. (Full video available on PTI Videos &ndash; <a href="https://t.co/n147TvrpG7">https://t.co/n147TvrpG7</a>) <a href="https://t.co/QDGnm7vPBl">pic.twitter.com/QDGnm7vPBl</a>
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He was holding a poster with a sketch of Captain Abhinandan Varthaman and the words &ldquo;Chai is Fantastic&rdquo; &ndash; a reference to the Indian Air Force (IAF) pilot&rsquo;s captivity in February 2019.
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He's not an ordinary Pakistani, but a Pakistani diplomat. They threatened the people who were protesting outside Pakistan High Commission in London. And more importantly, note that 'slit-your-throat' gesture with Abhinandan's poster. From top to bottom, they&rsquo;re all Jihadis. <a href="https://t.co/9OFi61SZ1X">pic.twitter.com/9OFi61SZ1X</a>
&mdash; Mr Sinha (@MrSinha_) <a href="https://twitter.com/MrSinha_/status/1915974143754866893?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">April 26, 2025</a></blockquote>
The official, standing next to a large banner reading &ldquo;Pakistan stands with Kashmiris&rdquo;, could be seen making a threatening throat-slitting gesture towards the Indian protesters across the building.
Also Read |&nbsp;<a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/after-indus-waters-treaty-suspension-bjp-mp-calls-for-stopping-water-to-bangladesh-9008124" target="_blank" rel="noopener">After Indus Waters Treaty suspension, BJP MP calls for stopping water to Bangladesh</a>
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World | India News: Following the brutal killing of 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national in the Pahalgam terror attack, members of the Indian and Hindu communities around the world have taken to the streets in protest.

The Indian diaspora and Hindu communities around the world are staging protests against the targeted killings of Hindu tourists after identification and segregation in the horrific terror attack at Pahalgam, Jammu and Kashmir, on April 22 by terrorists of The Resistance Front, or TRF—an offshoot of Pakistan-based Lashkar-e-Taiba. Following the killing of 25 Indian citizens and one Nepali national, members of the Indian and Hindu communities around the world have taken to the streets in protest. In London, the Indian community protested outside the Pakistan High Commission. #WATCH | Members of the Indian community staged a protest in Copenhagen, Denmark, condemning the Pahalgam Terrorist Attack.#PahalgamTerroristAttack #PahalgamTerrorAttack #JammuKashmir #JammuKashmirAttack pic.twitter.com/3QYkJiKGhi — DD News (@DDNewslive) April 26, 2025 Similarly, Indians hit the streets in Copenhagen and Melbourne to protest the attack that killed 26 unarmed civilians on vacation in Jammu and Kashmir’s picturesque Pahalgam. Also Read | Pahalgam attack: Union Minister Puri slams Bilawal's provocative remark, says Pakistan in ‘terminal decline’ From Federation Square in Melbourne to the Pakistan High Commission in London, and from Copenhagen to the Pakistan Embassy in Kathmandu, protesters are demanding justice and condemning the brutal act of terror. Voices of anger, pain, and unity are echoing globally as the diaspora stands in solidarity with the victims and calls for action. 🚨 Frankfurt, Germany — Indian community stages a PROTEST rally against the Pahalgam terror attack, carrying posters EXPOSING Pakistan’s role in cross-border terror 👏 — Indians are protesting on the streets; where is German-based Dhruv Rathee? pic.twitter.com/mcggUzy1QX — Megh Updates 🚨™ (@MeghUpdates) April 27, 2025 Members of the Indian community staged a protest in Copenhagen, Denmark, condemning the Pahalgam terrorist attack. A massive crowd of Indian Hindus are currently parading through the streets of Brampton, Ontario protesting against the local police force. This is not Mumbai. This is Canada. pic.twitter.com/XriYGkgz1M — Harrison Faulkner (@Harry__Faulkner) November 5, 2024 There was a face-off between Indian diaspora groups who gathered to protest Pakistan-backed terrorism and counter-protesters outside the Pakistan High Commission in London, which saw a Pakistani diplomatic official making a throat-slitting gesture. A theme on the Indian side of the protests so far has been emptying bottles of water on the ground, in reference to the Indian government suspending the Indus Water Treaty pic.twitter.com/5SDDcGqc8F — Jack Hadfield 🇬🇧 (@JackHadders) April 25, 2025 In videos posted by Indian community groups on social media, the Pakistani official can be seen taunting them from the balcony of the mission building at Lowndes Square. VIDEO | Indian community stages protest outside the Pakistan High Commission in London against the Pahalgam terror attack that took 26 innocent lives. (Full video available on PTI Videos – https://t.co/n147TvrpG7) pic.twitter.com/QDGnm7vPBl — Press Trust of India (@PTI_News) April 26, 2025 He was holding a poster with a sketch of Captain Abhinandan Varthaman and the words “Chai is Fantastic” – a reference to the Indian Air Force (IAF) pilot’s captivity in February 2019. He's not an ordinary Pakistani, but a Pakistani diplomat. They threatened the people who were protesting outside Pakistan High Commission in London. And more importantly, note that 'slit-your-throat' gesture with Abhinandan's poster. From top to bottom, they’re all Jihadis. pic.twitter.com/9OFi61SZ1X — Mr Sinha (@MrSinha_) April 26, 2025 The official, standing next to a large banner reading “Pakistan stands with Kashmiris”, could be seen making a threatening throat-slitting gesture towards the Indian protesters across the building. Also Read | After Indus Waters Treaty suspension, BJP MP calls for stopping water to Bangladesh

Pahalgam attack: Indian diaspora protests in London, Copenhagen, Frankfurt, Melbourne and other cities across globe

A 450-year-old oak tree, a cherished landmark in North London, was cut down on health and safety grounds. The decision, linked to a British restaurant chain's operations, has sparked public debate over heritage conservation versus modern safety regulations. Police have confirmed there is no evidence of criminal wrongdoing in the case.

450-year-old Oak tree cut down on health and safety grounds in North London

A Tesla car was destroyed in central London during a dramatic protest against Elon Musk, organized by the group "Everyone Hates Elon." The protest targeted Musk's alleged ties to Donald Trump. Watch to know more!

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Minecraft fans crafted and battled their way through a new real-life immersive experience of the video game in London to save villagers from a zombie attack.

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The High Court in London has ordered U.S. President Donald Trump to pay $741,000 in legal costs. This comes after the U.S. president unsuccessfully sued former British MI6 officer Christopher Steele over a salacious dossier. The dossier, made up of a dozen memos, sparked a political controversy when it was published ahead of Trump's first presidential inauguration in January 2017.

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Elon Musk is facing global protests over his alleged involvement with the Trump administration. Demonstrations have been held outside Tesla showrooms from Washington to London, with critics voicing concerns over his political influence.

Global Protest Against Musk's Involvement In Trump Administration

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was recently spotted jogging at London&rsquo;s Hyde Park. She is currently on a trip to the UK for investment purposes and is expected to meet with industrialists on Tuesday (Mar 25)
In the video shared by the chief minister&rsquo;s X handle, Banerjee can be seen jogging in Hyde Park wearing a white saree and white slippers. She was accompanied by TMC member Kunal Ghosh, who also shared the videos from their outing in London.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/foul-play-planning-failure-or-net-zero-disaster-what-caused-total-shutdown-of-londons-heathrow-airport-8877635">&lsquo;Foul play&rsquo;, &lsquo;planning failure&rsquo; or net zero disaster? What caused total shutdown of London&rsquo;s Heathrow&nbsp;Airport</a>
Banerjee was praised by netizens for her discipline and energy as she jogs at one of the most famous locations in London while those accompanying her struggle to keep up with her fast pace.
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Bengal and Britain share a relationship that spans centuries, rooted in history, culture, and commerce. As we landed in London yesterday, we stepped into a city that, much like Kolkata, carries the weight of its past while embracing the dynamism of the present. Before the day&rsquo;s&hellip; <a href="https://t.co/xNx4tZ0crl">pic.twitter.com/xNx4tZ0crl</a>
&mdash; Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) <a href="https://twitter.com/MamataOfficial/status/1904186610553442705?ref_src=twsrc%5Etfw">March 24, 2025</a></blockquote>

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The Bengal CM arrived in London on Sunday (Mar 23) for her official visit aimed at strengthening her state&rsquo;s ties with Britain. She is also scheduled to give a lecture at Oxford University on Thursday (Mar 27).
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/contained-version-of-911-why-is-london-heathrow-airports-closure-being-compared-to-darkest-day-in-us-history-8876767">&lsquo;Contained version of 9/11&rsquo;: Why is London Heathrow Airport&rsquo;s closure being compared to darkest day in US history?</a>
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লন্ডন। সকাল। মুখ্যমন্ত্রী বললেন,' ওয়াক নয়, ওয়ার্ম আপ। হাইড পার্কের ভিডিও।' একটু পরে হাইকমিশনে যাওয়া। <a href="https://t.co/do6JsmeHtO">pic.twitter.com/do6JsmeHtO</a>
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&ldquo;Bengal and Britain share a relationship that spans centuries, rooted in history, culture, and commerce. As we landed in London yesterday, we stepped into a city that, much like Kolkata, carries the weight of its past while embracing the dynamism of the present,&rdquo; she wrote on X.
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/we-didnt-ban-holi-west-bengal-mos-denies-claim-saying-mamata-banerjee-banned-holi-celebration-at-santiniketan-8851181">'We didn't ban Holi': West Bengal MoS denies claim, says Mamata Banerjee banned Holi celebration at Santiniketan</a>
&ldquo;Before the day&rsquo;s engagements commenced, I took a moment to immerse myself in the essence of London&rsquo;s timeless grandeur. From its iconic landmarks to its storied streets, the city exudes an old-world charm that speaks of history and evolution &ndash; values that Bengal, too, holds close to its heart,&rdquo; the post read.
Banerjee added, &ldquo;With a packed itinerary ahead, I look forward to deepening Bengal&rsquo;s engagement with Britain and reinforcing our enduring ties.&rdquo;
Also read | <a href="https://www.wionews.com/india-news/up-cm-yogi-adityanath-slams-mamata-banerjee-over-mrityu-kumbh-remark-8736518">UP CM Yogi Adityanath slams Mamata Banerjee over &lsquo;Mrityu-Kumbh&rsquo; remark</a>
The chief minister is often seen walking long distances during political rallies and public engagements back in Bengal. She appeared committed to her fitness even in a foreign land.
(With inputs from agencies)

India news | Trending | In the video shared by the chief minister’s X handle, Banerjee can be seen jogging in Hyde Park wearing a white saree and white slippers.

West Bengal Chief Minister Mamata Banerjee was recently spotted jogging at London’s Hyde Park. She is currently on a trip to the UK for investment purposes and is expected to meet with industrialists on Tuesday (Mar 25) In the video shared by the chief minister’s X handle, Banerjee can be seen jogging in Hyde Park wearing a white saree and white slippers. She was accompanied by TMC member Kunal Ghosh, who also shared the videos from their outing in London. Also read | ‘Foul play’, ‘planning failure’ or net zero disaster? What caused total shutdown of London’s Heathrow Airport Banerjee was praised by netizens for her discipline and energy as she jogs at one of the most famous locations in London while those accompanying her struggle to keep up with her fast pace. Bengal and Britain share a relationship that spans centuries, rooted in history, culture, and commerce. As we landed in London yesterday, we stepped into a city that, much like Kolkata, carries the weight of its past while embracing the dynamism of the present. Before the day’s… pic.twitter.com/xNx4tZ0crl — Mamata Banerjee (@MamataOfficial) March 24, 2025 The Bengal CM arrived in London on Sunday (Mar 23) for her official visit aimed at strengthening her state’s ties with Britain. She is also scheduled to give a lecture at Oxford University on Thursday (Mar 27). Also read | ‘Contained version of 9/11’: Why is London Heathrow Airport’s closure being compared to darkest day in US history? লন্ডন। সকাল। মুখ্যমন্ত্রী বললেন,' ওয়াক নয়, ওয়ার্ম আপ। হাইড পার্কের ভিডিও।' একটু পরে হাইকমিশনে যাওয়া। pic.twitter.com/do6JsmeHtO — Kunal Ghosh (@KunalGhoshAgain) March 24, 2025 ‘Relationship that spans centuries’ “Bengal and Britain share a relationship that spans centuries, rooted in history, culture, and commerce. As we landed in London yesterday, we stepped into a city that, much like Kolkata, carries the weight of its past while embracing the dynamism of the present,” she wrote on X. Also read | 'We didn't ban Holi': West Bengal MoS denies claim, says Mamata Banerjee banned Holi celebration at Santiniketan “Before the day’s engagements commenced, I took a moment to immerse myself in the essence of London’s timeless grandeur. From its iconic landmarks to its storied streets, the city exudes an old-world charm that speaks of history and evolution – values that Bengal, too, holds close to its heart,” the post read. Banerjee added, “With a packed itinerary ahead, I look forward to deepening Bengal’s engagement with Britain and reinforcing our enduring ties.” Also read | UP CM Yogi Adityanath slams Mamata Banerjee over ‘Mrityu-Kumbh’ remark The chief minister is often seen walking long distances during political rallies and public engagements back in Bengal. She appeared committed to her fitness even in a foreign land. (With inputs from agencies)

WATCH | Mamata Banerjee jogs in white saree, slippers at London’s iconic Hyde Park

Flight operations have resumed at London Heathrow Airport after a fire at a substation forced a temporary shutdown. The first batch of flights, including four British Airways planes, landed on Friday, according to FlightRadar24. British Transport Minister addressed the incident, stating that the generator was not designed to power the entire airport. The disruption caused delays and cancellations, but services are gradually returning to normal.

Flights resume at Heathrow Airport after fire shuts operations

Major fire, total airport shutdown, flights grounded, travelers stranded, and financial losses already rising into the millions. Was this just an accident or something far more sinister? Heathrow, Europe’s busiest airport, is paralyzed after a fire at an electrical substation plunged operations into chaos. This is the blaze that shut down the airport. But the real question is, was this just an accident? Counterterrorism police are now leading the investigation, raising urgent questions about whether this was sabotage.

Heathrow in chaos: Counter-terrorism police leading substation fire investigation

After more than 1,300 flights were affected by a large fire at an electricity substation near London's Heathrow Airport, the impact has been compared to the 9/11 terror attack or the Icelandic volcanic ash cloud which happened in April 2010.&nbsp;
An aviation expert stressed that it is a "contained version of 9/11" or "the Icelandic volcanic eruption."
The Heathrow Airport in London was forced to shut down for the entire day on Friday after a large fire was reported at a nearby electricity substation. This has caused massive chaos and affected nearly 200,000 passengers.&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/heathrow-shuts-down-photo-shows-120-flights-caught-in-chaos-in-air-8876396">Heathrow shuts down: Photo shows 120 flights caught in chaos as planes return to Mumbai, Delhi</a>
&ldquo;It&rsquo;s a contained version of 9/11 or, to an extent, the Icelandic volcanic eruption ... that&rsquo;s the parallel I would make," consultant John Strickland told the British PA News agency.
&ldquo;I remembered seeing on those occasions&mdash;particularly more so on 9/11&mdash;it happened so quick, and then U.S. airspace was closed, they were turning back aircraft and holding planes," he added.&nbsp;
Strickland stressed that Heathrow being such a busy airport and full, "there's no kind of wriggle room for getting out of these kinds of things."&nbsp;
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/londons-heathrow-airport-one-of-worlds-busiest-closed-due-to-fire-causing-power-outage-8874975">London's Heathrow airport, one of world's busiest, closed due to power outage</a>
The world's fourth-busiest airport and Europe's busiest airport faced major disruptions as around 70 firefighters sought to put down the blaze at a nearby electrical substation.&nbsp;
Heathrow Express, a train service that connects passengers to the airport from Paddington station in central London, urged customers to "NOT ATTEMPT to travel to the airport under any circumstance."
Britain's energy minister Ed Miliband called the fire "catastrophic" and "unprecedented".
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/world/watch-plane-wobbles-scarily-while-landing-at-heathrow-airport-amid-storm-darragh-782621">Watch: Plane wobbles scarily while landing at Heathrow airport amid Storm Darragh</a>
It is &ldquo;too early to know&rdquo; what caused the &ldquo;catastrophic fire,&rdquo; he said.
Moreover, a driver who witnessed the fire last night told Sky News that it was "absolutely apocalyptic".
"The sky was darkening, and it was just a chaotic scene. It looked like something out of a movie," Adeel Anwar said.
Also read: <a href="https://www.wionews.com/entertainment/bollywood/news-aditi-rao-hydari-slams-londons-heathrow-airport-officials-as-her-luggage-goes-missing-735433">Aditi Rao Hydari slams London's Heathrow Airport officials as her luggage goes missing</a>
(With inputs from agencies)
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World: Heathrow Airport in London was forced to shut down for the entire day on Friday after a large fire was reported at a nearby electricity substation.

After more than 1,300 flights were affected by a large fire at an electricity substation near London's Heathrow Airport, the impact has been compared to the 9/11 terror attack or the Icelandic volcanic ash cloud which happened in April 2010. An aviation expert stressed that it is a "contained version of 9/11" or "the Icelandic volcanic eruption." The Heathrow Airport in London was forced to shut down for the entire day on Friday after a large fire was reported at a nearby electricity substation. This has caused massive chaos and affected nearly 200,000 passengers. Also read: Heathrow shuts down: Photo shows 120 flights caught in chaos as planes return to Mumbai, Delhi “It’s a contained version of 9/11 or, to an extent, the Icelandic volcanic eruption ... that’s the parallel I would make," consultant John Strickland told the British PA News agency. “I remembered seeing on those occasions—particularly more so on 9/11—it happened so quick, and then U.S. airspace was closed, they were turning back aircraft and holding planes," he added. Strickland stressed that Heathrow being such a busy airport and full, "there's no kind of wriggle room for getting out of these kinds of things." Also read: London's Heathrow airport, one of world's busiest, closed due to power outage The world's fourth-busiest airport and Europe's busiest airport faced major disruptions as around 70 firefighters sought to put down the blaze at a nearby electrical substation. Heathrow Express, a train service that connects passengers to the airport from Paddington station in central London, urged customers to "NOT ATTEMPT to travel to the airport under any circumstance." Britain's energy minister Ed Miliband called the fire "catastrophic" and "unprecedented". Also read: Watch: Plane wobbles scarily while landing at Heathrow airport amid Storm Darragh It is “too early to know” what caused the “catastrophic fire,” he said. Moreover, a driver who witnessed the fire last night told Sky News that it was "absolutely apocalyptic". "The sky was darkening, and it was just a chaotic scene. It looked like something out of a movie," Adeel Anwar said. Also read: Aditi Rao Hydari slams London's Heathrow Airport officials as her luggage goes missing (With inputs from agencies)

‘Contained version of 9/11’: Why is London Heathrow Airport’s closure being compared to darkest day in US history?

Britain's Heathrow Airport was shut down on Friday after a huge fire at a nearby electrical substation wiped out its power, disrupting flight schedules worldwide. Watch this report for more details!

UK's Heathrow Airport closed by huge fire at power station

The Heathrow Airport in London was forced to shut down for the entire day after a large fire was reported at a nearby electricity substation. This has caused massive chaos and affected thousands of passengers. Besides those who were hoping to take off for their destinations from Heathrow, there were those who were already on planes bound for one of the busiest airports.
A Flightradar24 photo shows 120 planes scrambling for a place to land, changing their destinations and taking u-turns. These planes were already in the air, bound for the airport, when the decision to shut down the airport for the day was taken. The map reflects the massive turmoil the fire has caused for airlines and passengers alike.
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London-Heathrow will be closed for ALL of Friday due to a &ldquo;significant power outage&rdquo; caused by a fire in an electrical substation. There are currently 120 aircraft in the air that will be diverting to alternate airports or returning to their origins. <a href="https://t.co/TEHf2kJO23">https://t.co/TEHf2kJO23</a> <a href="https://t.co/Lot0lsJLz8">pic.twitter.com/Lot0lsJLz8</a>
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The shutdown has affected at least 220,000 passengers not only in Britain but around the world.&nbsp;
<h2>Flights returning to origin points</h2>
The tracking site further says that a total of 1,357 flights would be affected, either being cancelled, diverted, or delayed, including 679 flying in and 678 going out of Heathrow. Several flights were rerouted to Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Lyon, and other European cities. However, some of them were forced to turn around and return to their places of origin, including those flying in from New York, Mumbai, and Delhi.
Meanwhile, the fire at the substation is now under control. An investigation has been launched into the incident. Passengers have been warned not to travel to Heathrow under any circumstances.&nbsp;
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"To maintain the safety of our passengers and colleagues, we have no choice but to close Heathrow until 23h59 on 21 March 2025," Heathrow said in a statement.
<h2>'Absolutely apocalyptic' fire near Heathrow</h2>
A driver who witnessed the fire last night told Sky News that it was "absolutely apocalyptic".
"The sky was darkening and it was just a scene that was chaotic. It looked like something out of a movie," Adeel Anwar said.
"We expect significant disruption over the coming days and passengers should not travel to the airport under any circumstances until the airport reopens."
People are shocked to see that the failure of only one electricity substation has left Heathrow completely paralysed. Tim Green, an expert, talking to Sky News, said that it is a "really unusual" situation. Green said the substation was "one of the large ones in the country" and fixing the affected equipment could take months.
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Heathrow shuts down after fire: A Flightradar24 photo shows 120 planes scrambling for a place to land, changing their destinations and taking u-turns. World Trending

The Heathrow Airport in London was forced to shut down for the entire day after a large fire was reported at a nearby electricity substation. This has caused massive chaos and affected thousands of passengers. Besides those who were hoping to take off for their destinations from Heathrow, there were those who were already on planes bound for one of the busiest airports. A Flightradar24 photo shows 120 planes scrambling for a place to land, changing their destinations and taking u-turns. These planes were already in the air, bound for the airport, when the decision to shut down the airport for the day was taken. The map reflects the massive turmoil the fire has caused for airlines and passengers alike. London-Heathrow will be closed for ALL of Friday due to a “significant power outage” caused by a fire in an electrical substation. There are currently 120 aircraft in the air that will be diverting to alternate airports or returning to their origins. https://t.co/TEHf2kJO23 pic.twitter.com/Lot0lsJLz8 — Flightradar24 (@flightradar24) March 21, 2025 Also Read: London's Heathrow airport, one of world's busiest, closed due to power outage The shutdown has affected at least 220,000 passengers not only in Britain but around the world. Flights returning to origin points The tracking site further says that a total of 1,357 flights would be affected, either being cancelled, diverted, or delayed, including 679 flying in and 678 going out of Heathrow. Several flights were rerouted to Amsterdam, Frankfurt, Lyon, and other European cities. However, some of them were forced to turn around and return to their places of origin, including those flying in from New York, Mumbai, and Delhi. Meanwhile, the fire at the substation is now under control. An investigation has been launched into the incident. Passengers have been warned not to travel to Heathrow under any circumstances. "To maintain the safety of our passengers and colleagues, we have no choice but to close Heathrow until 23h59 on 21 March 2025," Heathrow said in a statement. 'Absolutely apocalyptic' fire near Heathrow A driver who witnessed the fire last night told Sky News that it was "absolutely apocalyptic". "The sky was darkening and it was just a scene that was chaotic. It looked like something out of a movie," Adeel Anwar said. "We expect significant disruption over the coming days and passengers should not travel to the airport under any circumstances until the airport reopens." People are shocked to see that the failure of only one electricity substation has left Heathrow completely paralysed. Tim Green, an expert, talking to Sky News, said that it is a "really unusual" situation. Green said the substation was "one of the large ones in the country" and fixing the affected equipment could take months.

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A 25-year-oldIndian woman living in London has refused to work from the office five days a week, citing high travelling costs and "stagnating salaries for Gen Z employees." In a LinkedIn post that has gone viral, the woman says the cost of living is too high while the salaries do not increase accordingly, and is not ready to waste her money on commuting. She further complained that Gen Z does not get enough opportunities to climb the corporate ladder as the seniors refuse to leave their positions. &ldquo;I won&rsquo;t be working 5 or 4 days in the office. PERIOD,&rdquo; she wrote on LinkedIn.
&ldquo;I&rsquo;m 25, in a so-called &lsquo;good&rsquo; career, living in London, and still clawing my way out of my bills every month. I&rsquo;ll probably never own a home,&rdquo; she added.
The debate over returning to office full-time has escalated across companies and countries in the past few months. Mandates have been issued by employers asking the staff to return to the office full-time. The remote working set-ups became common due to the pandemic in 2020, but soon became the new normal for many people.&nbsp;
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The Indian woman says that with the high cost of living in London, she has been struggling to pay her bills despite having a "so-called &lsquo;good&rsquo; career".&nbsp;
The woman said that after spending money on London's expensive commute, she sits in the office only to "attend video calls she could have attended from home".
<h2>No career progress for Gen Z, claims woman</h2>
She further said that reaching a good position is a distant dream as most people who are in top positions &ldquo;won&rsquo;t budge until they retire.&rdquo;
&ldquo;Climbing the corporate ladder? Not exactly a dream when the jobs at the top are held by people who won&rsquo;t budge until they retire. And for what? Working harder for marginally better pay that still won&rsquo;t keep up with the cost of living?&rdquo; she asked.
She went on a rant about Gen Z supposedly being at a disadvantage when it comes to salaries. &ldquo;We&rsquo;re expected to survive on salaries from 5 to 10 years ago while paying 5 to 10 times the cost of living."
The woman claims that the "older generations" got some sort of perks and now have "houses, savings, and vacations", and showed displeasure about treatment meted out to Gen Z who are "the ones being told we need to &lsquo;show up&rsquo; more."

Indian woman living in London has refused to work from office because of the high cost of the commute. She is also angry because she claims Gen-Z don't get perks. World Trending

A 25-year-oldIndian woman living in London has refused to work from the office five days a week, citing high travelling costs and "stagnating salaries for Gen Z employees." In a LinkedIn post that has gone viral, the woman says the cost of living is too high while the salaries do not increase accordingly, and is not ready to waste her money on commuting. She further complained that Gen Z does not get enough opportunities to climb the corporate ladder as the seniors refuse to leave their positions. “I won’t be working 5 or 4 days in the office. PERIOD,” she wrote on LinkedIn. “I’m 25, in a so-called ‘good’ career, living in London, and still clawing my way out of my bills every month. I’ll probably never own a home,” she added. The debate over returning to office full-time has escalated across companies and countries in the past few months. Mandates have been issued by employers asking the staff to return to the office full-time. The remote working set-ups became common due to the pandemic in 2020, but soon became the new normal for many people. Also Read: Man rants about Gen Z colleague for taking a week off to deal with breakup, gets slammed by netizens The Indian woman says that with the high cost of living in London, she has been struggling to pay her bills despite having a "so-called ‘good’ career". The woman said that after spending money on London's expensive commute, she sits in the office only to "attend video calls she could have attended from home". No career progress for Gen Z, claims woman She further said that reaching a good position is a distant dream as most people who are in top positions “won’t budge until they retire.” “Climbing the corporate ladder? Not exactly a dream when the jobs at the top are held by people who won’t budge until they retire. And for what? Working harder for marginally better pay that still won’t keep up with the cost of living?” she asked. She went on a rant about Gen Z supposedly being at a disadvantage when it comes to salaries. “We’re expected to survive on salaries from 5 to 10 years ago while paying 5 to 10 times the cost of living." The woman claims that the "older generations" got some sort of perks and now have "houses, savings, and vacations", and showed displeasure about treatment meted out to Gen Z who are "the ones being told we need to ‘show up’ more."

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UK&rsquo;s Tower Bridge has been closed on Monday (Mar 10) after a man climbed up the iconic landmark in London. This comes two days after a pro-Palestinian protester caused chaos after climbing the Elizabeth Tower.
The man safely came down from the bridge and the bridge was reopened, according to the authorities.
&ldquo;The man has safely come down from the railings on Tower Bridge,&rdquo; City of London Police posted on X.
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The Tower Bridge authorities confirmed, &ldquo;Tower Bridge has now reopened. Visitors with pre-booked tickets will be accommodated all day.&rdquo;
Earlier, the police said, &ldquo;Tower Bridge is closed to traffic and pedestrians due to a person who has scaled the railings. Please avoid the area where possible.&rdquo;
The pictures and video of the incident captured by onlookers were shared on social media as the crowd gathered around the area.
The man can be seen wearing a hooded top as he balances over the iconic crossing in London.
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This dude just chilling on Tower Bridge right now. Traffic and boats all disrupted. <a href="https://t.co/MZiptD5FN8">pic.twitter.com/MZiptD5FN8</a>
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Emergency services, including firefighters, arrived at the bridge. London Fire Brigade said, &ldquo;Firefighters are responding alongside the police service to reports of a person on Tower Bridge.&rdquo;
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&ldquo;The Brigade was first called about the incident at 1040, and firefighters from Lambeth River, Whitechapel, Edmonton and Soho fire stations are at the scene.&rdquo;
<h2>Man arrested for climbing Elizabeth Tower</h2>
On Saturday (Mar 8) a man scaled the Elizabeth Tower containing Big Ben in Westminster. He stayed on the tower for 16 hours and waved a Palestinian flag.
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Daniel Day, 29, of Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, was arrested and charged with causing public nuisance and trespassing on a protected site, according to the Metropolitan Police.
He was arrested and taken to St Thomas' Hospital for treatment.
(With inputs from agencies)

World | Trending | “Tower Bridge is closed to traffic and pedestrians due to a person who has scaled the railings,” the City of London Police posted on X.

UK’s Tower Bridge has been closed on Monday (Mar 10) after a man climbed up the iconic landmark in London. This comes two days after a pro-Palestinian protester caused chaos after climbing the Elizabeth Tower. The man safely came down from the bridge and the bridge was reopened, according to the authorities. “The man has safely come down from the railings on Tower Bridge,” City of London Police posted on X. Also read | WATCH: Man who climbed Big Ben tower with Palestinian flag comes down after 16 hours The Tower Bridge authorities confirmed, “Tower Bridge has now reopened. Visitors with pre-booked tickets will be accommodated all day.” Earlier, the police said, “Tower Bridge is closed to traffic and pedestrians due to a person who has scaled the railings. Please avoid the area where possible.” The pictures and video of the incident captured by onlookers were shared on social media as the crowd gathered around the area. The man can be seen wearing a hooded top as he balances over the iconic crossing in London. This dude just chilling on Tower Bridge right now. Traffic and boats all disrupted. pic.twitter.com/MZiptD5FN8 — Dale Matthew Hudson (@LycoApollo) March 10, 2025 Emergency services, including firefighters, arrived at the bridge. London Fire Brigade said, “Firefighters are responding alongside the police service to reports of a person on Tower Bridge.” Also read | London Police shut down Big Ben area as barefoot protester climbs famous clock tower “The Brigade was first called about the incident at 1040, and firefighters from Lambeth River, Whitechapel, Edmonton and Soho fire stations are at the scene.” Man arrested for climbing Elizabeth Tower On Saturday (Mar 8) a man scaled the Elizabeth Tower containing Big Ben in Westminster. He stayed on the tower for 16 hours and waved a Palestinian flag. Also read | India summons UK diplomat after pro-Khalistani man breached security during Jaishankar's London visit Daniel Day, 29, of Westcliff-on-Sea, Essex, was arrested and charged with causing public nuisance and trespassing on a protected site, according to the Metropolitan Police. He was arrested and taken to St Thomas' Hospital for treatment. (With inputs from agencies)

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