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October 3, 2024 at 8:49 AM

Kate Middleton hugs teen girl with cancer at Windsor Castle in England

Kate Middleton embraces another cancer patient in her first photo back at work after her own cancer diagnosis and public announcement in March.
October 3, 2024 at 8:49 AM
VIDEO: Kate Middleton hugs teen girl with cancer at Windsor Castle in England
2 months ago

British '90s rock group Oasis reunites for a tour

Oasis, led by brothers Liam and Noel Gallagher, who found international success in the ‘90s for hits like "Wonderwall" and "Champagne Supernova," have reunited for a comeback tour.
2 months ago
VIDEO: British '90s rock group Oasis reunites for a tour
2 months ago

Massive fire at London landmark

More than 125 firefighters battled the blaze at the centuries-old Somerset House for several hours. The building houses priceless works by Monet and Van Gogh.
2 months ago
VIDEO: Massive fire at London landmark
3 months ago

3 women killed in north London with crossbow: Authorities

Authorities launched an urgent manhunt to arrest Kyle Clifford, calling the murders a "targeted incident."
3 months ago
VIDEO: 3 women killed in north London with crossbow: Authorities
3 months ago

In historic UK election, Conservatives face potential major defeat: Analysis

On the Fourth of July, Americans across the country will be taking much of the day to relax and take a break with family. But in the UK it's Election Day.
3 months ago
A view of the Palace of Westminster a day before General Election, in London, Great Britain, July 3, 2024.
4 months ago

Taylor Swift gets major love in London for Eras Tour

The panel discusses what the city did to welcome the megastar for her run of shows in London.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Taylor Swift gets major love in London for Eras Tour
4 months ago

Rare, stinky 'corpse flower' blooms in London

A corpse flower, one of the world's rarest and smelliest plants, bloomed at London's Kew Gardens on Tuesday.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Rare, stinky 'corpse flower' blooms in London
4 months ago

Veteran actor Ian McKellen recovering after falling from London stage

The actor is "in good spirits" after a fall during a performance of "The Player Kings," a Noël Coward Theatre spokesperson says.
4 months ago
VIDEO: Veteran actor Ian McKellen recovering after falling from London stage
4 months ago

New King Charles portrait vandalized in London gallery, animal rights group says

Activists with Animal Rising said they "redecorated" the painting on Tuesday.
4 months ago
Activists with Animal Rising, an animal rights group, vandalize a portrait of King Charles at the Philip Mould Gallery in London on Tuesday, June 11, 2024, in a photo released by the activist group.
5 months ago

Harry steps out solo in London while Charles makes surprise visit to garden party

Harry is in London to mark the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games.
5 months ago
Britain's Prince Harry, Duke of Sussex waves as he arrives to attend a ceremony marking the 10th anniversary of the Invictus Games, at St. Paul's Cathedral, May 8, 2024, in London.
5 months ago

Boy, 14, dies after man with sword stabs multiple people near London tube station

A man has been arrested after driving a car into a home in east London before getting out and attacking members of the public with a sword, according to police.
5 months ago
The area in London where police say a man wielding a sword attacked members of the public and two police officers on Tuesday, April 30, 2024, in the east London community of Hainault before being arrested.
6 months ago

2 of the 4 horses that broke free in central London had surgery, British Army says

Four horses -- and at least one of them soaked in blood -- caused chaos across central London on Wednesday morning after breaking free in Westminster, officials said.
6 months ago
Two horses on the loose bolt through the streets of London near Aldwych, on April 24, 2024.
6 months ago

5 Military horses run loose through London

Several people were injured when a group of military horses managed to run loose through the center of London, England.
6 months ago
VIDEO: 5 military horses run loose through London
8 months ago

Children among 9 injured in 'corrosive substance' attack in London

Police in the UK are investigating a 'corrosive substance' attack that injured nine victims in London on Wednesday.
8 months ago
Police guard the area after nine people were hurt when a suspected corrosive substance was thrown at them in Clapham, south London, Jan. 31, 2024.
8 months ago

9 injured in 'corrosive substance' attack in London

Police are investigating the "corrosive substance" attack in south London.
8 months ago
Police are investigating the "corrosive substance" attack in south London.
9 months ago

Double-decker bus catches fire in London

Footage from passersby shows flames leaping from the rear of an electric double-decker bus that caught fire in south London.
9 months ago
VIDEO: Double-decker bus catches fire in London
10 months ago

Suspect arrested in alleged theft of Banksy stop sign in London

A suspect is in custody after a London stop sign that apparently featured the work of elusive street artist Banksy was removed on Friday, police said.
10 months ago
Banksy artwork depicting drones covers a stop sign in London, on Dec. 22, 2023, in this picture obtained from social media.
1 year ago

'Tube Girl' Sabrina Bahsoon takes confidence to the next level

Sabrina Bahsoon, aka Tube Girl, has taken her social media presence from London trains to the catwalks of Paris Fashion Week.
1 year ago
Sabrina Bahsoon, aka "Tube Girl," has become a sensation on social media.
1 year ago

Mayor of London discusses UN General Assembly

Sadiq Khan, the mayor of London, discusses the U.N. General Assembly where he will speak about climate change.
1 year ago
VIDEO: Mayor of London discusses UN General Assembly
1 year ago

Freddie Mercury pre-auction exhibition opens in London

Items for sale include handwritten "Bohemian Rhapsody" lyrics and more.
1 year ago
Items for sale include handwritten "Bohemian Rhapsody" lyrics and more.
2 years ago

Mary McCartney: 'This was a way of bringing the audience into Abbey Road'

ABC News' Linsey Davis spoke to Mary McCartney, director of "If These Walls Could Sing," unpacking her personal ties and the 90-year history of the legendary studio
2 years ago
VIDEO: Mary McCartney: 'This was a way of bringing the audience into Abbey Road'
2 years ago

London to stage biggest security operation in city's history

A million people are expected to crowd around the funeral for Queen Elizabeth II on Monday. Authorities are preparing for everything from pickpocketing to protests and terror threats.
2 years ago
VIDEO: London to stage biggest security operation in city's history
2 years ago

By the Numbers: Liz Truss becomes UK's new prime minister

A look at the numbers behind Great Britain's new Prime Minister Liz Truss, who became the third woman to take the role in British history.
2 years ago
VIDEO: By the Numbers: Liz Truss becomes UK's new prime minister
2 years ago

Liz Truss becomes new UK prime minister, replaces Boris Johnson

Kate Andrews, economics editor at British magazine “The Spectator,” discusses challenges ahead for new Prime Minister Liz Truss, who is replacing Boris Johnson.
2 years ago
VIDEO: Liz Truss becomes new UK prime minister, replaces Boris Johnson
2 years ago

This time lapse of the summer solstice sunset at Stonehenge is breathtaking

National Geographic’s upcoming issue, Mystery of Stonehenge, reveals the latest findings and includes never before seen drone footage of the prehistoric monument.
2 years ago
VIDEO: His time lapse of the summer solstice sunset at Stonehenge is breathtaking
2 years ago

What happens next after Boris Johnson resigns amid scandal?

Boris Johnson announced his resignation on Thursday. Here's what happens next, and the legacy he will leave behind.
2 years ago
Prime Minister Boris Johnson walks back inside after reading a statement outside 10 Downing Street in London, formally resigning as Conservative Party leader, July 7, 2022. Johnson said Thursday he will remain as British prime minister while a leadership contest is held to choose his successor.
2 years ago

UK Prime minister Boris Johnson resigns

Boris Johnson resigned as leader of the ruling Conservative Party after his latest scandal led dozens of lawmakers to quit his cabinet and party.
2 years ago
VIDEO: UK Prime minister Boris Johnson resigns
3 years ago

Musicians play Ukrainian national anthem in London

Musicians played the Ukrainian national anthem in front of the National Portrait Gallery in London's Trafalgar Square amid a rally in support of Ukraine.
3 years ago
Musicians played the Ukrainian national anthem in front of the National Portrait Gallery in London's Trafalgar Square amid a rally in support of Ukraine.
3 years ago

UK prime minister apologizes for parties, faces calls to resign

Boris Johnson is apologizing after initial findings of an investigation found that he and his staff showed “failures of leadership and judgment” for allegedly hosting parties during COVID-19 lockdown.
3 years ago
VIDEO: UK prime minister apologizes for parties, faces calls to resign
3 years ago

British prime minister apologizes for attending a party

Boris Johnson appeared before parliament on Wednesday to apologize for attending a party during Britain’s strict COVID-19 lockdown.
3 years ago
VIDEO: British prime minister apologizes for attending a party
3 years ago

Abbey Road Studios celebrates big birthday

The world's most famous recording studio commemorated 90 years this November.
3 years ago
The world's most famous recording studio commemorated 90 years this November.
3 years ago

Worst fuel crisis in Britain in decades

At least two-thirds of Britain's gas stations are empty after a severe shortage of transport truck drivers across the U.K.
3 years ago
VIDEO: Worst fuel crisis in Britain in decades
4 years ago

Sarah Everard murder sparks global movement against violence

The World Health Organization reported that one in three women will suffer physical or sexual violence at some point
4 years ago
VIDEO: Sarah Everard murder sparks global movement against violence
4 years ago

Outrage grows in London after young woman killed by police officer

London police officer Wayne Couzens is charged with the kidnapping and murder of 33-year-old Sarah Everard.
4 years ago
VIDEO: Outrage grows in London after young woman killed by police officer
4 years ago

New discovery reveals clues to Stonehenge's origins

Archaeologists have unearthed Britain’s third largest stone circle in the Preseli Hills of Wales that they believe was dismantled and rebuilt as Stonehenge in England.
4 years ago
Megalithic monument Stonehenge stands in, Amesbury, Wiltshire, England.
4 years ago

Paddleboarder rescues dog from River Thames

London dog Ruby was rescued by a paddleboarder after falling into the river on a walk.
4 years ago
VIDEO: Paddleboarder rescues dog from River Thames
4 years ago

London seen from plane's cockpit

The footage shows the English capital from the cockpit of a World War II-era Spitfire during a flyover.
4 years ago
London seen from plane's cockpit
4 years ago

Manhunt underway after stabbing spree in Birmingham, England

Police say the rampage went on for two hours, leaving at least one person dead and several others injured.
4 years ago
VIDEO: Manhunt underway after stabbing spree in Birmingham, England
4 years ago

Giant Ice cream sculpture unveiled in London

A giant swirl of whipped cream with a cherry on top, as well as a fly and a drone, was unveiled on Trafalgar Square's Fourth Plinth in London on Thursday.
4 years ago
Giant Ice cream sculpture unveiled in London
4 years ago

Socially distanced wax figures showcased in London

Madame Tussauds' most popular figures formed a socially distanced queue outside the wax museum on Thursday to celebrate the venue's reopening.
4 years ago
Socially distanced wax figures showcased in London
4 years ago

1 dead after 65-foot crane collapses in London

The 65-foot crane collapsed onto an underdeveloped apartment block in London, authorities said.
4 years ago
VIDEO: 1 dead after crane collapses in London
4 years ago

Aerial view of London shows deserted streets in time lapse

The U.K. said the lockdown could last at least another month.
4 years ago
The U.K. said the lockdown could last at least another month.
5 years ago

Family of London Bridge stabbing suspect 'shocked and saddened' by attack

The family of Usman Khan, the man suspected of carrying out a deadly terror attack near the London Bridge released a statement saying they are "shocked and saddened."
5 years ago
This undated photo provided by West Midlands Police shows Usman Khan.
5 years ago

Dozens mourn victims of London Bridge terror attack

Jack Merritt, 25, and Saskia Jones, 23, were stabbed to death in a terror attack near London Bridge on Nov. 29, 2019.
5 years ago
In this photo taken on Dec. 2, 2019, floral tributes are left for Jack Merritt and Saskia Jones, who were killed in a terror attack in London, England.
5 years ago

How a London coffee shop is giving homeless community a 2nd chance

Second Shot coffee in London serves up coffee with a side of compassion.
5 years ago
At Second Shot Coffee Shop in London, founder Julius Ibrahim employs and trains people who have been affected by homelessness.
5 years ago

London Bridge stabbing suspect plotted 2010 attack on London Stock Exchange

The London Bridge terror attack suspect had plotted other attacks against the U.K.
5 years ago
Armed police officers on the north side of London Bridge in London, Nov. 29, 2019.
5 years ago

2 killed, 3 injured in terrorist attack on London Bridge

Police identified the suspect as a convicted terrorist released from prison last year.
5 years ago
VIDEO: 2 killed, 3 injured in terrorist attack on London Bridge
5 years ago

At least 2 people killed, 3 wounded in terror attack on London Bridge

The suspect was wrestled to the ground by bystanders before being shot dead by police, who said that a device believed to be a hoax explosive was strapped to the suspect.
5 years ago
VIDEO: At least 2 people killed, 3 wounded in terror attack on London Bridge
5 years ago

London Bridge stabbing: 2 killed in attack by convicted terrorist released in 2018

Two victims were killed and three others are in the hospital after a stabbing attack near the London Bridge Friday afternoon, authorities said.
5 years ago
Traffic is stopped and members of the public are held behind a police cordon near Borough Market after reports of shots being fired on London Bridge on Nov.29, 2019 in London.
5 years ago

2 victims killed in London stabbing: Police commissioner

Two victims were killed and three others are in the hospital following a terror attack near the London Bridge Friday.
5 years ago
VIDEO: 2 victims killed in London stabbing: Police commissioner