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Heathrow getting 'back to normal'

BAA has said services at Heathrow are expected to be back to normal and that some 500 fewer flights operated out of the airport on Sunday.

Mon, 06 Feb 2012 04:27:13 GMT


Snow leads to burst pipe problems

A burst water main in south-west London causes disruption as Thames Water says it received 2,500 calls over pipes breaking in the cold weather.

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:06:17 GMT


Two stabbed at Croydon takeaway

Two men are stabbed at a takeaway restaurant in south London, say the Metropolitan Police.

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:06:33 GMT


Fresh protests at Syrian embassy

Fresh protests take place at the Syrian embassy in London over President Assad's regime.

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 01:10:24 GMT


Pupils learn how to 'fail well'

A top girls' school is planning a "failure week" to teach pupils to embrace risk, build resilience and learn from their mistakes.

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 00:52:26 GMT


In pictures: London in the snow

Snow falls across London, prompting a selection of impressive snow sculptures.

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 15:31:00 GMT


Totally tropical at Kew

A sea of exotic orchids brighten up winter at the Royal Botanic Gardens in London.

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:46:13 GMT


Credit unions hoping to widen net

How changes to credit unions may help customers like those in Hackney.

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 23:53:24 GMT


Is cycling becoming more political?

Has a new wave of web cycling activists in London changed the debate?

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:13:42 GMT


Chelsea 3-3 Man Utd

Manchester United climb off the canvas to snatch a point at Chelsea as Javier Hernandez's header crowned a superb comeback from 3-0 adrift.

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 18:39:02 GMT


Liverpool v Tottenham

Preview followed by live coverage of Monday's game between Liverpool and Tottenham in the Premier League.

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 15:40:57 GMT


Webb decision puzzles Villas-Boas

Chelsea manager Andre Villas-Boas criticises referee Howard Webb after his side squander a 3-0 lead to draw with Manchester United at Stamford Bridge.

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:43:43 GMT


Wenger praises Oxlade-Chamberlain

Manager Arsene Wenger is impressed by Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain's fast development after the teenager's goals help Arsenal to a 7-1 win over Blackburn.

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 20:48:28 GMT


Arsenal 7-1 Blackburn

Robin van Persie's hat-trick, two goals from Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, Mikel Arteta's strike and Thierry Henry's late goal help Arsenal thump Blackburn.

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:57:35 GMT


Man City 3-0 Fulham

Manchester City hit two early goals before seeing off a heavy snow storm to open up a three-point lead over Manchester United at the top of the Premier League.

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 19:54:31 GMT


QPR 1-2 Wolves

Substitute Kevin Doyle scores the winner and provides an assist as Wolves come from behind to beat 10-man QPR and move out of the relegation zone.

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:52:53 GMT


West Ham 2-1 Millwall

Ten-man West Ham United move five points clear at the top of the Championship with a narrow win over rivals Millwall.

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 14:26:09 GMT


London Broncos 24-34 St Helens

Jamie Foster scores 18 points as St Helens fight back from a half-time deficit to win at London Broncos.

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 16:40:30 GMT


Terry stripped of captaincy by FA

The FA is set to remove the England captaincy from Chelsea's John Terry, who is to stand trial for alleged racial abuse, BBC Sport understands.

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 10:56:23 GMT


Charlton P-P Rochdale

Saturday's League One fixture between Charlton and Rochdale is postponed because of a frozen pitch.

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 13:52:23 GMT


What drives Olympic volunteers?

All work, no play - why do people want to be London 2012 volunteers?

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 09:48:12 GMT


Call to stay in UK to watch Games

Tourism bosses are calling on people in the UK to holiday at home and watch the Olympics this summer.

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 18:52:58 GMT


Great British Menu has 2012 taste

The seventh series of Great British Menu, starting on BBC Two, will create a four-course meal fit for Olympians.

Thu, 02 Feb 2012 10:37:38 GMT


Take the Tube, Johnson tells IOC

Mayor of London Boris Johnson urges Olympic chiefs to take the Tube during London 2012, as organisers launch a campaign detailing pinchpoints on the underground system.

Mon, 30 Jan 2012 17:11:37 GMT


Olympic hotel rooms back on sale

Thousands of London hotel rooms no longer needed for Olympic officials, media and others during the Games are back on sale.

Sun, 29 Jan 2012 15:59:22 GMT


Olympic ceremony 'Wonder' theme

Europe's largest bell will ring to start a £27m Olympic opening ceremony inspired by Shakespeare and featuring NHS nurses and 900 local pupils.

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 17:16:39 GMT


Baby tickets rule anomaly - Coe

Seb Coe said the ticket rule for babies going to the Olympic Games was an 'anomaly'.

Fri, 27 Jan 2012 16:11:02 GMT


Olympics hit by Sunday trade laws

Some spectators may not be able to buy Olympic merchandise when they attend the London 2012 closing ceremony due to Sunday trading laws, the BBC learns.

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 17:16:11 GMT


2012 security recruitment begins

More than 10,000 security staff for London 2012 have begun to be recruited at a centre near the Olympic Park.

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 12:10:46 GMT


Olympic legacy cycling festival

London is to host a two-day cycling festival involving families as well as world-class cyclists as part of the Olympic legacy, Mayor Boris Johnson announces.

Thu, 26 Jan 2012 06:00:54 GMT


Tents banned from Olympic venues

All tents and encampments will be banned from Olympic venues to counter the threat of protests, Home Secretary Theresa May announces.

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 15:35:07 GMT


How the toy market is going for gold

Will youngsters want to to recreate heroics at the London 2012 Olympic and Paralympic Games with their own toys at home?

Wed, 25 Jan 2012 00:23:34 GMT


VIDEO: Sledging fun in the Surrey snow

A covering of snow in Reigate caused some problems for motorists and passengers, but some headed for the slopes.

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 18:48:04 GMT


VIDEO: Five years after ice rink murder

The mother of a teenager murdered five years ago at Streatham Ice Arena in south-west London meets with youngsters to try to combat teen killings.

Sun, 05 Feb 2012 19:01:20 GMT


VIDEO: Olympic volunteers begin training

Lord Coe says 2012 volunteers show "extraordinary" generosity

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:54:37 GMT


VIDEO: Scuffles at London Syria protest

Fresh protests are taking place outside the Syrian embassy in London amid reports that over 200 people were killed by shelling in the country on Friday.

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 18:06:29 GMT


VIDEO: London prepares to deal with snow

Transport for London says more than 100,000 tonnes of salt is ready to be put on the roads, more than ever before.

Sat, 04 Feb 2012 13:58:54 GMT


VIDEO: Royal Greenwich makes its debut

Greenwich residents have explained why their borough deserves royal status.

Fri, 03 Feb 2012 16:19:04 GMT


The news has been kindly supplied by the BBC

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