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Bromley Council confirmed that across the borough, there will be no increase in charges in 2026. The decision was announced by Councillor Nicholas Bennett, executive councillor for transport, highways, and road safety. Cllr Bennett said: “Despite the tough financial challenges the council faces because of low government grants, because the council continues to be extremely prudent, we are maintaining Bromley’s record of keeping car parking charges probably the lowest in London and there will be no increase this year. “Not only can you pay for periods of less than an hour on street, unlike other councils we don’t penalise drivers…

A busy main road remains shut for crash investigation work following an incident involving several vehicles.Traffic has been blocked along the A260 Spitfire Way in Hawkinge for several hours after emergency services were called earlier this evening.Emergency services have been called to a crash on Spitfire Way, Hawkinge. Picture: Cody HobmanThree vehicles are understood to be involved on the stretch between the A20 and Haven Drive junctions, according to traffic reporting service Inrix.It says there is congestion on surrounding routes, including White Horse Hill and Canterbury Road, while traffic seeks alternative routes to bypass the closure.The incident took place at…

View gallery Image Credit: Getty Images for John Varvatos Kimberly Brook was by her late husband James Van Der Beek‘s side through everything — including his cancer journey. The couple shared six children together, all of whom completed an entire support system for their dad, and it’s clear that the Dawson’s Creek alum adored his family. Unfortunately, James died on February 11, 2026, at the age of 48. Below, Hollywood Life has compiled five facts about James’ wife, Kimberly. Kimberly Brook & James Van Der Beek were open about miscarriages The couple revealed the heartbreaking news in a past episode of…

Image Credit: Getty Images James Van Der Beek was mourned by his former Dawson’s Creek co-stars, peers, friends and family when he died on February 11, 2026, following a battle with colorectal cancer. As Hollywood paid tribute to his on-screen work and off-screen personality, James’ career, net worth and overall legacy made headlines. “Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning,” a statement shared to James’ Instagram that day read. “He met his final days with courage, faith, and grace. There is much to share regarding his wishes, love for humanity, and the sacredness of time. Those…

Owen Maughan, 27, has pleaded guilty to the manslaughter of his cousin’s son Peter Maughan on June 1 last year over the crash on New Barn Road in Dartford, Kent. He is on trial for his murder alongside his father Patrick Maughan, 54, who was the front passenger in his car and is accused of encouraging and assisting Owen Maughan. The trial at Maidstone Crown Court previously heard Owen and Patrick Maughan were “in a fury” at his cousin’s car and “chased” them down the A2 in Kent for several miles. Owen Maughan drove into the wrong lane and clipped…

View gallery Image Credit: Getty Images Dawson’s Creek alum James Van Der Beek died on February 11, 2026. He was 48 years old and had been battling cancer in the last two years of his life. James is survived by his six children, all of whom he shared with his wife, Kimberly. Although he went public with his diagnosis in 2024, most of the world was shocked by how much he’d physically changed before his death. “Our beloved James David Van Der Beek passed peacefully this morning,” an Instagram post shared to James’ account read. “He met his final days…

View gallery Image Credit: Getty Images for John Varvatos James Van Der Beek was an entertainment staple after Dawson’s Creek premiered in 1998, making numerous appearances in TV and movies throughout his career. In 2010, he married his second wife, Kimberly Brook, and the pair welcomed several beautiful children. The couple regularly posted photos of their little ones on Instagram, and James even revealed that he let his kids watch his classic Varsity Blues.  While James and Kimberly created a beautiful family with their six children, they had a fair share of struggles. Kimberly suffered a miscarriage in November 2019 while…

Image Credit: AFP via Getty Images After withdrawing his original nominee, Matt Gaetz, amid ongoing investigations and allegations of misconduct, President Donald Trump named Pam Bondi as his pick for U.S. Attorney General. Bondi was confirmed by the Senate in early 2025. During her confirmation hearing that January, she assured lawmakers that “politics will not play a part” in her decision-making, according to The New York Times. A veteran prosecutor with nearly two decades of courtroom experience, Bondi served as Florida’s attorney general from 2011 to 2019. She also played a prominent role in defending Trump during his first impeachment…

Image Credit: AFP via Getty Images Pam Bondi was selected as the U.S. attorney general after Donald Trump announced the then-nominee on November 21, 2024, following Matt Gaetz‘s withdrawal from consideration. Now that Bondi is in under a new spotlight, many are curious about the AG’s career and personal life, such as her marital status and whether or not she has any children. In his 2024 announcement, Trump called Bondi a “smart and tough” person, whom he’s known for “many years.” The two have been friends and allies. “I am proud to announce former Attorney General of the great state…

Image Credit: FilmMagic Kurt Cobain, the late lead singer of Nirvana, left behind a legacy in the rock music world. Known for hits including “Smells Like Teen Spirit,” Cobain’s death still strikes a chord among fans more than 30 years after his death. In early 2026, an independent researcher came forward with claims that Cobain may not have died by suicide, suggesting that his death may have been staged and was actually a homicide. Here is everything we know so far about the research surrounding Cobain’s cause of death. How Old Was Kurt Cobain? Cobain was just 27 when he…