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I’m a mortgage expert – this is what buyers should do to avoid overlooked headaches
A mortgage expert has advised budding buyers on what to do to avoid one of the most overlooked homebuying headaches.
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Islington school warns that London ‘Red vs Blue’ wars are ‘not a joke’
An Islington school has warned parents that the viral “Red vs Blue” school wars trend is “not a joke” following fears of group violence between pupils.
Half of UK population would turn to AI for financial advice
Half of Brits would turn to AI for financial advice including ways to save, ideas for reducing bills and guidance on setting goals.
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Jenson Button takes on shop assistants in a high-octane ‘Scan Grand Prix'
F1 World Champion Jenson Button took on shop assistants in a high-octane ‘Scan Grand Prix’ – and was outmanoeuvred.
Households warned over £1,000 fine if video doorbells break major UK privacy law
Households are being warned over a £1,000 fine if video doorbells such as Ring, Eufy and Blink break major UK privacy law known as GDPR
UK's top 10 stolen car models in 2025 revealed by DVLA - is yours on the list?
Data from the DVLA has revealed what the top 10 stolen car models were in the UK during 2025, which included vehicles from Ford and Toyota
Ocado to axe 1,000 jobs as part of £150 million restructure affecting UK workforce
Ocado has announced plans to axe around 1,000 jobs as it looks to slash costs by about £150 million as part of a wider restructure.
All the closures and changes on the London Underground you need to know this weekend
Check the London Underground, Overground, and Elizabeth Line closures this weekend (February 27 to March 1) and don't be caught out.
The borough giving people who have lived in poverty a chance to help solve it
Islington Council launches London’s first Poverty Truth Commission, uniting residents with lived experience, civic and business leaders to tackle local poverty.
'Racist' vandals target new Gail's bakery in Archway
A new Gail's bakery in Archway has twice been targeted by vandals spraying anti-Israeli slogans.
Man, in his 50s, in hospital after stabbing on bus in Hoxton during rush hour
A man has been taken to hospital after a stabbing on a bus on Kingsland Road in Hoxton.
Hackney rapist who made woman feel 'worthless' has lenient prison term increased
Kieran Mullen, from Hackney Wick, had his “lenient” prison sentence increased.
Change a child’s life - Foster with Islington Council
Change a child’s life - Foster with Islington Council
Three dogs and 50 people rescued as burst water main floods major Islington road
Three dogs and 50 people have been rescued after a burst water pipe caused flooding in Islington.
Royal Mail warns of delivery delays across UK - full list of 44 postcodes affected
Royal Mail has warned of delivery delays in 44 postcodes across the UK - see the full list of areas affected.
Major road closed for second day after burst water pipe causes flooding
A major road in Islington is closed for the second day after a burst water pipe.
Police end searches at Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor’s former home Royal Lodge
Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor was arrested last Thursday (February 19) on suspicion of misconduct in public office.
Video of flooded home after residents 'left suffering' by deluge in Islington
Homes have been flooded after a water main burst and sent its contents gushing through the streets.
‘Avoid area' as major Islington road FLOODED after burst water pipe
People are being urged to avoid an Islington road after a burst water main has caused major flooding.
Gen Z Leads UK Side Hustle Boom as Teen Entrepreneurship Surges
Teenagers and young adults are quietly reshaping the UK’s entrepreneurial landscape.