Tag: History
Putin’s Desire to Reclaim Alaska from US Sparks Controversy – London Business News
Putin's Ambition to Reclaim Alaska Sparks International ControversyIn a bold and controversial move, Russian President Vladimir Putin and his allies have expressed a desire to reclaim Alaska from the United States, sparking outrage and...
Celebrating 50 Years: Iconic New Covent Garden Market in South London
New Covent Garden Market, the UK's largest wholesale fruit, vegetable, and flower market, is celebrating its 50th anniversary in South London. The market, which moved to Nine Elms in Battersea in November 1974, has...
Reviving Bankside: Two Decades of Daily Painting in the Neighborhood
Joe Mayhook has been a resident of Bankside for over five decades, witnessing the neighborhood's transformations and capturing its essence through his daily paintings. From the days of Cardboard City to the emergence of...
Honouring Jewish Veterans: Thousands March to Cenotaph
A significant number of individuals joined a march to pay tribute to Jewish veterans who served and sacrificed for their country. Around 3,000 people gathered at Horse Guards Parade and marched to the Cenotaph...
Brink’s-Mat Robbery 1983: How Seven Men Stole £25m Worth of Gold
The Brink’s-Mat robbery of 1983 remains one of the most infamous heists in history. It all started on November 26th when a group of seven armed men, disguised with balaclavas, targeted the Brink’s-Mat depot...
Honoring War Heroes: South London Remembrance Day Silence
Over the weekend, South London united to honor the 110th anniversary of the start of World War One and pay tribute to all those who made the ultimate sacrifice in both World Wars.In Lambeth,...
2,000-Year-Old Roman Road Uncovered in Southwark: A Fascinating Discovery
A portion of the Roman Watling Street, a significant Roman road in Britain, has been found in Southwark after being buried for 2,000 years. The road connected the Roman port of Dover to London...
Earl’s Court Tardis Relocation Considered to Address Street Urination Concerns
The iconic ‘Tardis’ outside Earl’s Court Underground station may be relocated due to concerns about street urination. The current location of the police box, squeezed between lampposts and a busy main road, has led...
Exploring Movement and Impact at The Migration Museum
The Migration Museum in Lewisham Shopping Centre will soon be moving to central London in 2027. However, before the move, the museum still has exciting events lined up at its South London base.The museum...
