Author: Blake Foster

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Om Kuravinakop, a year 11 student at St Olave’s and St Saviour’s Grammar School in Orpington, was a winner at the Big Bang Competition. This competition recognises young engineers, scientists, and technologists from across the UK. Om created a portable air quality monitor for people with asthma. This device tracks elements such as fine particulate matter, ozone, nitrogen dioxide, and humidity. It syncs to a smartphone to help asthma sufferers assess potential risks, aiming to avert attacks. Muhammad Shah, a year 13 student at Queen Elizabeth’s School in Barnet, was crowned UK Young Technologist of the Year 2025 for his…

I was looking for somewhere to slow down, soak up some sun and reset. So, when the opportunity came up to go to Hvar in Croatia, I didn’t think twice. I stayed at Hvar [PLACES] hotel owned by the brand Valamar which was tucked away right on island’s coastline. (Image: NQ) It was more than just a hotel, it’s a fresh, thoughtfully curated experience that blends modern design with laid-back island living. I had the pleasure of staying here between June 10 and 13 and it exceeded all expectations that delivered a mix of blue skies, beautiful sea views and…

The incident happened at around 4.20pm on June 12 at Wood Green Underground station.  According to the British Transport Police, the off-duty officer challenged a group of people who had attempted to make their way through the ticket barrier without tickets.  The victim was then allegedly set upon by the group and was kicked, punched and had a drink thrown over her.  READ MORE: Second person in court after teenager shot to death in Enfield Officers would like to speak to the people pictured as they believe they could have information which could help their investigation. Anyone who recognises them is…

Emergency services were called to Bondway in south west London today (July 5) at around 5:38am to reports of an altercations in the area. A man in his 30s was treated by paramedics for multiple knife injuries, however he died later the same day from his injuries. Two men, aged 35 and 33, were arrested at the scene on suspicion of murder. A crime scene currently remains in place as the force continues its investigations. Detective Inspector Aytac Necati, who is leading the investigation, said: “Sadly, a man has lost his life in the most horrendous of circumstances. Our thoughts…

Bedfords Park – a 215-acre green space between Collier Row and Harold Hill – has a rich history dating back to the 1400s. The name Bedfords is thought to come from a John Bedford or Bedforde who owned land in the area in 1362, according to Havering Council. Bedfords was originally part of the Gidea Hall estate, owned by various wealthy families throughout the centuries, before being sold as a separate estate in 1659. Bedfords mansion house in 1922 (Image: Havering Libraries-Local Studies) From then on, it was owned by a succession of London merchants – none of whom are thought…

The NCA is the UK’s lead agency against organised crime, trafficking, cyber crime and economic crime operating across international borders. On their most wanted list are 19 men suspected of crimes ranging from rape to murder. In that 19 there are seven who police believe might be in London or who are suspected of crimes in London. Here are their names and faces. John Barton (Image: NCA) John Barton was sentenced to 20 years in prison in 2003 for conspiring to import a commercial amount of heroin into the UK.   The sentencing took place in his absence and Barton has never seen justice. The crimes…

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Emergency services were called to Middleton Road in Carshalton yesterday (July 4) at around 3pm, to a collision involving a vehicle and pedestrian. A woman was treated by paramedics, however she died from her injuries at the scene.No arrests have been made, and the force are urging anyone with information to come forward. A spokesperson for Met Police said: “Around 15:00hrs on Friday, 4 July, police were called to reports of a road traffic collision involving a vehicle and a pedestrian in Middleton Road, Carshalton. “Officers attended alongside the London Ambulance Service, who treated a woman at the scene. “Sadly,…

Emergency services were called to an address in Churchmore Road in Streatham yesterday (July 4) at around 1pm. An 85-year-old man was pronounced dead at the scene and police say he had sustained several injuries. The man has not yet been identified by police and a post-mortem will take place later. A 36-year-old man has been arrested on suspicion of murder and currently remains in custody. DCI Sarah Lee, from Specialist Crime South – who is leading on the investigation – said: “We are working hard to piece together the events that unfolded in Churchmore Road yesterday, and offer our…