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Labrinth: From Hackney estate to John Lewis Christmas fame

British music sensation Labrinth opens up about his emotional journey from growing up in social housing to composing this year's iconic John Lewis Christmas advert soundtrack, revealing how his humble beginnings shaped his musical career.

Met Police officers block CCTV camera in Hackney

Scotland Yard faces serious questions after Sky News footage captures officers deliberately obstructing surveillance camera in East London, raising concerns about police accountability.

Yarde vs Kovalev: WBC Title Eliminator Confirmed

British light-heavyweight contender Anthony Yarde from Hackney secures career-defining WBC title eliminator against Russian powerhouse Sergey Kovalev, setting stage for potential world championship bout.

Hackney hipster's £2m country dream turns sour

An urbanite's shocking confession about abandoning London's vibrant streets for a £2 million country cottage, only to discover the countryside's bland realities and social isolation.

Daylight Shooting in Hackney's Clissold Park

A man has been rushed to hospital with gunshot wounds following a shocking broad daylight shooting in a popular North London park. Police have launched an urgent manhunt.

Man Killed in Daylight Hackney Shooting

A man has been fatally shot on a residential street in Hackney, east London, sparking a major police investigation and a murder probe. Emergency services rushed to the scene but the victim was pronounced dead.

Hackney Shooting: Thug Executed in Broad Daylight

A man has been gunned down in a targeted execution on a busy Hackney street. Police are hunting the shooter after the victim, with a 'heart of gold', was shot multiple times in a brazen afternoon attack.

New E-fit In 25-Year-Old Father's Murder Cold Case

Met Police release new e-fit in renewed appeal to identify a key witness in the unsolved 1999 murder of East London father Nicholas Robinson. Detectives believe the man holds vital clues.

London Cafe Goes App-Only, Bans Cash & Cards

An innovative East London café, S'wich, has sparked debate by ditching all traditional payments. Customers can only order and pay via a smartphone app, embracing a fully digital experience. Discover how this tech-forward move is changing the local coffee

Celebrity Café Palm Vaults Closes After £5 Fee Backlash

London's iconic pink-hued café, Palm Vaults, beloved by celebrities like Rita Ora, has closed permanently after a social media firestorm over its £5 takeaway charge. Discover the full story behind the closure of this Instagram-famous hotspot.

Girl, 9, hurt in Turkish gang crossfire

A nine-year-old girl became an unintended victim of a violent feud between rival Turkish gangs, the 'Hackney Bombers' and 'Tottenham Turks', battling for control of London's heroin trade.

Turkish man gets life for Hackney murder

A Turkish national has been handed a life sentence for the murder of a man in Hackney, London, following a violent altercation. The Old Bailey trial revealed shocking details of the crime.

Teen gets life for Chislehurst murder

A 17-year-old from Hackney has been handed a life sentence for the fatal stabbing of a teenager in Bromley, as the Old Bailey delivers justice for the shocking crime.

Hackney gang shooter jailed for 24 years

A Hackney gang member has been sentenced to 24 years in prison for shooting a man in a dispute over stolen drugs. The violent attack left the victim with life-changing injuries.

Police raid wrong home in Ipswich

A family in Ipswich was left traumatised after police stormed their home due to incorrect Home Office records. Officers were searching for a suspect who hadn't lived there for years.

Charli XCX weds George Daniel in Hackney

Pop sensation Charli XCX and The 1975 drummer George Daniel celebrated their love in a low-key London wedding, surrounded by close friends and family.

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