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Protests Erupt Over Delayed Investigation into Drag Artist Heklina's Death

American drag artist Heklina (Steven Grygelko) was found dead in London on April 3, 2023; 21 months later, a public appeal was issued by the Met Police after protests from friends and fans alleging delays, lack of communication, and institutional homophobia in the investigation.

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Knife Crime in the UK: Ex-Gang Member Highlights 'War' Amid Rising Statistics

A recently released ex-gang member describes the prevalence of knife crime in the UK, stating "There is a war going on," while statistics reveal a 2.7% increase in knife crime and a 31.9% increase in gun crime in London between March 2024 and February 2025.

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dailymail.co.uk
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Gang Attack at London School Leaves Two Teenagers Injured

On March 22nd, over 50 youths gatecrashed a 16th birthday party at Elm Park Primary School in Havering, east London, resulting in two teenagers being stabbed and three arrests for assaulting police officers; the school has since stopped renting its hall for evening events.

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London Weighs Tourist Tax: Revenue Potential vs. Economic Risks

London's mayor is considering a tourist tax to fund tourism infrastructure, following other European cities, aiming for nearly £240 million in annual revenue but facing challenges concerning negative economic impacts.

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Singapore Billionaire Invests £110 Million in London Hotel Amid Tourism Boom

Singaporean billionaire Asok Kumar Hiranandani is investing £110 million ($143 million) to develop a 50-suite luxury hotel in London's Mayfair district by the end of 2026, capitalizing on a surge in London's tourism, with tourist arrivals reaching 10.4 million in the first half of 2024.

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Life Sentence for Killer Who Stabbed Man Multiple Times

Dellan Charles, 23, was jailed for life on March 27, 2024, for the murder of Sean O'Neill, whom he chased and stabbed multiple times with two knives while shouting "die die die" on Reynolds Road in Hayes, west London, on May 18, 2023, following an altercation between rival groups; he was arrested te...

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Two More Charged in South London Teen Murder

On March 4th, 16-year-old Lathaniel Burrell was fatally shot on Paradise Road, SW4, South London; on March 26th, police charged a 17-year-old and Jeffery Frimpong (30) with his murder, adding to two previous murder charges in the same case.

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dailymail.co.uk
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Man with Prosthetic Leg Dies After Being Struck by His Stolen Car

In December 2019, Marc Allen, a 51-year-old man with a prosthetic leg in Erith, southeast London, died after being struck by his stolen Mercedes GLA when he chased a thief, Errol Woodger, who used the car as a weapon; Woodger denies murder and robbery.

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theguardian.com
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Tate Modern at 25: Celebrating Success Amidst Financial Challenges

Celebrating its 25th anniversary, Tate Modern initially exceeded visitor projections by more than double, transforming London's South Bank into a vibrant cultural hub, but now faces financial challenges and decreased visitor numbers.

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UFC London 2025: Edwards vs. Brady

UFC London 2025 features Leon Edwards vs. Sean Brady in the main event and Jan Blachowicz vs. Carlos Ulberg in the co-main event at the 02 Arena in London, England on March 22, 2025; the event includes several other notable matchups across welterweight and light heavyweight divisions.

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Haunted Rental: A Novel Explores Anxieties of London's Housing Crisis

Róisín Lanigan's "I Want to Go Home But I'm Already There" follows Áine and Elliot as they move into a seemingly undesirable London rental, exploring Áine's growing unease and the psychic toll of renting in a gentrified city, contrasting with Elliot's dismissive attitude.

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London Hospital Knife Amnesty Yields 87 Weapons Amidst Surge in Stabbing Victims

St. George's Hospital in Tooting, London, collected 87 sharp weapons in a six-month amnesty, responding to a doubling of knife crime victims treated at the hospital in 2023 compared to 2022; the initiative aims to improve patient and staff safety, with plans to expand to other hospitals.

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