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South east London, which includes Bromley, Bexley, Greenwich, Lewisham and Southwark, saw an overall fall in reported crime at the end of February when compared to January. A total of 10,512 offences were logged in February, down 1.6 per cent from the 10,617 recorded in January, continuing a slight downward trend. Southwark recorded the highest number of offences, with 3,047 crimes reported during the month. Theft was the most common offence in the borough with 1,241 incidents, followed by violence against the person with 703 reports. There were also 166 burglaries, 148 arson and criminal damage offences, 173 vehicle offences,…

A controversial massive housing development backed by Prince William has been given the green light despite claims it would be an “eyesore” and a “Trojan Horse” for even more homes.After hours of debate in a council meeting this evening, the 2,500-home estate on the southeast edge of Faversham has been approved, with its backers saying their mission is to “raise the standard of urban design”.The sprawling 2,500 home Duchy of Cornwall development planned for FavershamThe Duchy of Cornwall’s development and the infrastructure associated with it are expected to take 15-20 years to complete.Proposed for land largely in agricultural use, plans…

Image Credit: Courtesy of Netflix The Straw Hat Pirates are setting sail again for season 2! After the massive success of Netflix’s live-action adaptation of One Piece, the streamer expanded the world with a season featuring a mix of returning fan-favorite characters and new additions. The next chapter of the series will follow Monkey D. Luffy and his crew as they venture deeper into the Grand Line and encounter powerful enemies, mysterious allies and iconic characters from the beloved manga by Eiichiro Oda. From legendary doctors to dangerous Baroque Works agents, Hollywood Life has rounded up the actors bringing the…

Image Credit: Getty Images Charlie Kirk’s wife, Erika Frantzve, was unexpectedly thrust into the spotlight following the conservative activist’s death in September 2025. His fatal shooting sparked reactions from political leaders across the country. President Donald Trump called Charlie “the best of America” and wrote, “He was loved and admired by ALL, especially me, and now, he is no longer with us. Melania and my sympathies go out to his beautiful wife Erika, and family.” Vice President J.D. Vance added that the controversial figure was “a true friend” whose kindness sparked a friendship that lasted until the very end. In…

View gallery Image Credit: Getty Images Timothée Chalamet and Michael B. Jordan are two of the 2026 Oscars’ top contenders for Best Actor — Timothée for his performance in Marty Supreme and Michael in a dual role as twin characters in Sinners. As awards season comes to an end soon, fans are wondering which of the two will win the Academy Award for the Actor in a Leading Role category. The odds were initially in Timmy’s favor at the beginning of 2026, but they’ve now tipped over to Michael. Some have said that both actors have a 50/50 chance of…

Adebayo Adeyemi, 58, appeared at Bromley Magistrates’ Court today (March 10) charged with offences including rape and sexual assault which are alleged to have taken place across south London between 2003 and 2019. The charges include six counts of rape, an attempted rape, an assault, 21 counts of sexual assault and four indecent assaults, the Metropolitan Police has previously said. All five of the alleged victims are female. Adeyemi spoke only to confirm his personal details when he appeared in the dock. No pleas were given. He was unconditionally bailed to next appear for a pre-trial preparation hearing at Woolwich…

Image Credit: FilmMagic Timothée Chalamet infuriated the ballet and opera communities with one backhanded comment. The backlash got so intense that his Oscar buzz even declined days ahead of the 2026 Academy Awards, for which he is nominated for Actor in a Leading Role for his performance in Marty Supreme. Some people are still catching up on the controversy, so what exactly did Timothée say? Here’s what Timmy actually said that resulted in the widespread criticism. What Did Timothée Chalamet Say About Ballet & Opera? Timothée sat down with fellow actor Matthew McConaughey during a CNN & Variety Town Hall…

Image Credit: Getty Images for CinemaCon Ryan Gosling is going to space, but not just in Star Wars: Starfighter. The actor appears in Project Hail Mary, a sci-fi movie that follows a junior high teacher who is sent to space as humanity’s last hope. The film’s trailer finally dropped in June 2025, and fans of the original book by author Andy Weir are dying to see how the movie will compare to the original story. Hollywood Life has the full breakdown of Project Hail Mary below. What Is Project Hail Mary About? A Breakdown of the Book The original Project…

Image Credit: Getty Images The 2026 NFL free agency period is underway, giving teams across the league the chance to reshape their rosters ahead of the upcoming football season. Each offseason, players whose contracts have expired can negotiate new ones with any team, leading to a flurry of signings, trades and franchise tag decisions. This year’s group includes several high-profile veterans and younger stars, with some already signing new deals while others remain available on the open market. One of the most newsworthy names amid the free agent period is Tua Tagovailoa, whom the Miami Dolphins released. He is reportedly…

The government’s latest quarterly report, which tracks enforcement action against illegal working, was published last month and covers the period July 1 to September 30, 2025. The list revealed that Chislehurst Gin Company Limited, based at 39 High Street in Orpington, was fined £40,000. The report shows this was the only Bromley business named during the period. These fines are part of a wider effort by the government to ensure that businesses comply with immigration laws and only employ workers who have the right to work in the UK. Employers can face severe consequences if they knowingly hire someone without…