Why EastEnders Is Not on BBC iPlayer Today as Zoe Slater Returns

Fans of EastEnders have been left puzzled after today’s episode failed to appear on BBC iPlayer this morning. The BBC confirmed that the soap’s early release has been axed for Wednesday, meaning the episode will only be available to watch at the same time it airs on BBC One at 7.30pm. Normally, episodes are uploaded […]
Edgware Station Closed After Emergency Incident

Emergency services rushed to Edgware Underground Station this morning after a person was reportedly struck by a train. Passengers were initially told of a signal failure, but the station was later fully evacuated as police, ambulance crews and firefighters arrived at the scene. Travel disruption Transport for London confirmed: “We are accepting London Underground ticket […]
Two Indian Students Killed, Five Injured in Essex Roundabout Crash

Two Indian students have died and five others were injured after a two-vehicle crash at the Rayleigh Spur roundabout on the A130 near Wickford in the early hours of Monday morning. The victims were named as Chaitanya Tarre and Rishi Teja Rapolu, both in their 20s. Emergency services were called shortly after 4.15am on 1 […]
iOS 26 Update Will Leave iPhone XR and Two Other Popular Models Behind

Apple fans are bracing for change as the upcoming iOS 26 update will not be available on several older models — including the iPhone XR, the world’s bestselling phone of 2019. The update is expected to roll out later this month following Apple’s annual September Event. While the affected devices will continue to receive critical […]
West Sussex Fire Service Strengthens Leadership Team Ahead of Devolution

West Sussex Fire & Rescue Service has announced two senior leadership appointments as the service prepares for the next phase of its development under devolution. First non-operational director appointed Sabrina Pennington-Down has been named the service’s first non-operational Assistant Director, marking a historic first for the service. She has led on organisational assurance and governance […]
Epping Council Denied Appeal Over Asylum Seekers at Bell Hotel

Epping Forest District Council has been denied permission to appeal to the Supreme Court over the ongoing row about housing asylum seekers at the Bell Hotel in Epping. The council confirmed the decision in a statement, saying: “No reasons were given. It is now open for the council to ask the Supreme Court itself for […]
M25 Crash Causes Severe Delays Near Junction 17 in Hertfordshire

Drivers are facing severe delays of up to 90 minutes after a crash closed part of the M25 anti-clockwise carriageway near Junction 17 (Maple Cross). The incident, which occurred earlier today, has brought traffic to a standstill, with 6.5 miles of congestion reported on the approach. Emergency services at the scene Police, paramedics and National […]
Firefighters Tackle Blaze at Home in Newhaven

Fire crews were called to a domestic property fire in Newhaven this morning, prompting a major emergency response and temporary road closure. East Sussex Fire and Rescue Service confirmed they were alerted at 10.55am to reports of a blaze at a home in Lewes Road (C7). Fire service response Three fire engines were sent to […]
Marseille Knife Rampage: Attacker Shot Dead After Injuring Five

A man armed with knives and an iron bar was shot dead by police in Marseille after going on a violent rampage that left at least five people injured, including one in critical condition. The attack unfolded around 2:45pm local time near Cours Belsunce, close to the Old Port, after the suspect was reportedly evicted […]
Parents on Trial After Three-Month-Old Baby Allegedly Shaken to Death in East London

A three-month-old baby girl was allegedly shaken to death by her parents amid a toxic and violent relationship, the Old Bailey has heard. Kaylani Kalanzi was admitted to Homerton Hospital, Hackney, at around 10.30pm on 8 July 2024 with catastrophic brain injuries, as well as a broken leg and fractured ribs. Despite medical intervention, she […]