Author: Blake Foster

The charges were brought against the men on December 9, after officers from the Metropolitan Police counter terrorism command made the arrests on November 27.  The following men have been charged with membership of the Kurdistan Workers’ Party or ‘PKK’.  Turkan Ozcan (59) of Edmonton, Berfin Kerban (31) of Haggerston, Ali Boyraz (62) of Tottenham, Agit Karatas (23) of Hackney, Ercan Akbal (56) of Leyton and Mazlum Sayak (27) of South Woodford. They are due to appear at Westminster Magistrates’ Court today (December 10). A 31-year-old man who had previously been arrested was released without charge on December 8. Det Chf Supt Caroline Haines said: “I…

Amelia was last reported in the east London area on November 30. She was last seen wearing a black jacket, black bottoms and white Nike trainers. Days after her disappearance, the Metropolitan Police put out an appeal yesterday (December 9) in hopes to find the teenager. According to the force, she has links to out of London in Reading. Anyone with information is asked to call police on 101 or contact @MetCC on X quoting reference 01/1146790/24. Source link

Biophilia is the newest interior buzzword and is set to take the industry by storm for 2025. But what is biophilia? Brewers, the UK’s largest independent decorators’ merchant, has all the tips and tricks to bring the latest trend into your home! Biophilic design is a principle for both architecture and interior design. The sole purpose is to design a space that connects people with nature. It is known human beings need to incorporate elements of nature in their daily lives to maintain well-being, so by incorporating the natural world into homes and commercial spaces, this can have a positive…

He was a teenage football student at Barking and Dagenham College when he was offered a professional contract with Dagenham and Redbridge FC. But he decided to make it in the athletics world instead, winning sprint relay titles at European and world level. “Coming back to college is special for me,” Adam said. “This place played a role in shaping who I am today. I hope my story inspires students to dream big, embrace setbacks and believe in their ability to succeed.” Adam got a place in the London 2012 Olympics at just 18, finding himself on the starting line…

The energy firm is offering cheaper electricity between 11am and 4pm on Christmas Day and Boxing Day this year through its PeakSave scheme. New and existing customers on any tariff are able to claim the offer, but they will need to have a smart meter to take part. The money saved during the cheaper electricity windows will be added to your account as credit at the end of the month. However, the deadline to take part in the scheme is approaching, and British Gas customers who want to be eligible for the offer must sign up by December 15. (Image:…

The incident between a pedestrian and moped happened in Poynders Road at the junction with Clarence Avenue just after 12am today (December 10). Officers and London Ambulance Service crews attended and found two men injured.  The pedestrian, a man in his 40s, died at the scene.  His next of kin have yet to be informed. The rider of the moped was taken to hospital for treatment where his condition remains critical.  A spokesperson for the London Ambulance Service said: “We were called at 12.02am this morning (Tuesday 10 December) to reports of a road traffic collision at the junction of Poynders…

Two of them are expected to cause moderate delays – with drivers facing waits of between 10 and 30 minutes. National Highways is responsible for maintaining motorways and major A-roads, so closures of smaller roads will not be included in their schedule. Here is the full list of upcoming closures: • A282, from 10pm December 2 to 5.30am December 20, moderate delays (10-30 minutes): A282 northbound, West Tunnel closure, carriageway and slip road closure for tunnel works, diversion via National Highways roads. • A2, from 8pm December 9 to 6am December 11, slight delays (under 10 minutes): A2 both directions…

Mia Campos Jorge, 18, of Milton Road was arrested yesterday (December 9) on suspicion of murder.  She will appear in custody at Willesden Magistrates’ Court today (December 10) charged with the murder of 51-year-old Anthony Marks.  It follows an assault in Whidborne Street, Camden on August 10 that left Anthony in need of hospital treatment.  READ MORE: Euston man had 6,000 indecent images of children and paid for abuse live stream The 51-year-old was discharged after three days of care and just two weeks later, suffered a seizure that saw him readmitted to hospital.  He died on September 25.  Harry Gittins,…

Benjamin Matthews, 50, of Acton will appear at Willesden Magistrates’ Court today (December 10) charged with murder after his arrest on December 9.  It follows reports of a fight in Birkbeck Road shortly after 4am on December 8, with possible shots heard.  The Metropolitan Police were dispatched to the scene with the London Ambulance Service, where Clyne was found seriously injured. A post mortem examination will take place in the next few days to establish the cause of Nash’s death (Image: Metropolitan Police) He died a short time later and his family are now being supported by specialist officers. A…

Nash Clyne, 33, died in Birkbeck Road at around 4am on December 8 after reports of a fight and possible shots heard. Three others were also injured in the incident, none of their injuries are thought to be life threatening. Benjamin Matthews, 50, was arrested and charged with murder and will appear at Willesden Magistrates’ Court today (December 10) Friends of Clyne have paid tribute to him, saying he was a “father figure in the community”, according to Metro.  Shevonte Thomas, a childhood friend who went to school with him, told Metro: “He was a great, cool guy. He had…