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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 January when compared to December. A total of 10,617 offences were logged in January, down 1.8 per cent from the 10,961 recorded in December, continuing a slight downward trend. Southwark recorded the highest number of offences, with 3,070 crimes reported during the month. Theft was the most common offence in the borough with 1,230 incidents, followed by violence against the person with 713 reports. There were also 184 burglaries, 169 arson and criminal damage offences, 168 vehicle offences,…

Image Credit: Getty Images Allison Holker had to pick up the pieces of her heart when her late husband, Stephen “tWitch” Boss, died by suicide in December 2022 at the age of 40. Though it was a difficult time for her, she found love again with her fiancé, Adam Edmunds, her future husband. Adam popped the big question to Allison in February 2026, she revealed after he had thrown her a surprise birthday party. “We’re ENGAGED! It was the most romantic night of my life!” Allison captioned an Instagram post that month. “I am so in love with you, Adam.…

Image Credit: Xiangyi (Maggie) Zhu After announcing their split on February 22, 2021, Daft Punk surprised fans once again by becoming the newest stars inside Fortnite. Fortnite is always exploring unexpected artistic collaborations, and on September 27, 2025, the iconic duo officially entered one of the world’s most popular video games with the Daft Punk Experience. Behind the immersive worlds of this event is Xiangyi (Maggie) Zhu, a 3D Artist on the project. Zhu elevated the visual quality of the experience, translating concept art and Daft Punk’s musical themes into fully explorable digital spaces and interactive assets. She designed large-scale…

View gallery Image Credit: AFP via Getty Images Allison Holker. is famous for her past marriage to the late Stephen “tWitch” Boss, her appearances on So You Think You Can Dance and Dancing With The Stars, and now, being an author. In February 2025, she released her memoir, This Far: My Story of Love, Loss, and Embracing the Light, and recounts the “trauma” she experienced during Boss’s death by suicide on December 13, 2022. Of the book, she told the outlet, “It gave me more of a focus and more of a purpose, and I really hope I can be an advocate and…

A Kent beach could be among 13 sites across the country set to gain official bathing water status.Granville Parade Beach is now subject to a six-week public consultation, with the designation bringing regular water quality testing and increased protection against pollution.Granville Parade Beach at Sandgate near Folketone. Picture: Google MapsThe Government today announced the 13 areas under consideration for the status. Granville’s inclusion follows an application submitted by Sandgate Parish Council last August, supported by Folkestone and Hythe MP Tony Vaughan (Lab).Water Minister Emma Hardy confirmed that the application will now go to consultation, which runs until March 23.It will…

The historic Welsh Tavern pub is listed on Zoopla for £950,000 by M3M Real Estate as a freehold commercial property with significant development potential. Dating back to 1827, this Victorian pub in London Road closed in 2022 after the former landlord and landlady decided not to renew their lease. A year later, plans were submitted to demolish the building and replace it with flats, complete with off-road parking and a new access road, but the application was later withdrawn. On June 11, 2025, a fire devastated the historic building, with firefighters and police called to control the blaze. An investigation…

Image Credit: Getty Images American ice dancers Madison Chock and Evan Bates have created buzz around the world with their performance skills and chemistry. But their relationship off the ice has captured the hearts of fans everywhere. The Olympians — who took home the silver medal in the 2026 Olympics ice dance competition and the gold medal in the team event — are together in real life! So, the trust that ice dancers must form developed even more easily between Madison and Evan after they fell in love. As viewers learn more about the famous figure skaters, many are wondering…

Plans approved by Bromley Council will see the long-vacant former Debenhams store at The Glades redeveloped into a mix of retail and leisure units. The scheme, led by The Glades Shopping Centre and submitted by planning consultancy Lichfields, will divide the large department store into several units across multiple levels, including a 24-hour leisure venue with access from Elmfield Road and new retail space aimed at attracting a major operator. The leisure space has been approved for indoor sport, recreation or fitness use, which could include a gym or fitness studio, although no operator has yet been confirmed. The redevelopment…

View gallery Image Credit: Getty Images James Van Der Beek‘s family is dealing with the financial aftermath of his death. After the late Dawson’s Creek alum, 48, died on Wednesday, February 11, following a lengthy battle with colorectal cancer, a GoFundMe page was created to help James’ family pay for the medical costs. As of Thursday, February 12, the fundraiser has reached more than $1.6 million in donations. “After a long and courageous battle with cancer, James passed away on February 11, 2026, leaving behind his devoted wife, Kimberly, and their six wonderful children,” the GoFundMe description reads. “Throughout his illness,…

Image Credit: Getty Images Demi Lovato admitted she may have “overextended” her It’s Not That Deep Tour in an announcement explaining why she needed to cut several tour dates: to “protect [her] health.” Since the “29” artist has dealt with health concerns in the past, Lovatics wondered if she was dealing with anything new amid her newest music era. “I am so excited to get back on stage this year and visit you in as many cities as I can,” Demi wrote in a social media statement in February 2026 to her fans. “While starting to prepare for the tour,…