London's Cabbies Say 'The Knowledge' Is Better Than Uber And A GPS
The drivers of London's licensed black cabs must memorize every street to navigate the city. In the era of Uber and GPS, this tradition is under threat.
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WATCH: Politicians Usually Kiss Kids, London's Boris Johnson Tackles 'Em
Mayor of London Boris Johnson was playing touch rugby while on a trade visit to Japan. Apparently, Johnson forgot about the touch part and smashed into a 10-year-old child with his shoulder.
Family Wakes London Neighborhood's Diversity In A Funeral Home
John Harris's family has buried Cockney East Enders in style for generations. But London has changed, so the funeral home now has washrooms for Hindus and will soon make room for Muslim rites as well.
Set In Stone But Ever-Changing: Sculptures Reshaped By The Tides
It's tough to see Jason deCaires Taylor's sculptures firsthand — unless you have scuba gear. Most of them rest under the sea. His latest work is fully visible only when the tide of the Thames recedes.
Expiration Dates Looming For Sex Allegations Against Julian Assange
With the five-year statute of limitations deadline approaching, Julian Assange could be cleared of three out of four accusations of sex crimes.
In London, A Bomb In The Basement Stirs Memories Of The Blitz
Hundreds of residents were evacuated after the World War II-era bomb was discovered at a construction site. Seniors in the area were reminded of their wartime experiences as children during the Blitz.
Anti-Austerity Marchers Rally In London Calling For End To Cuts
Tens of thousands turned out in the capital and other U.K. cities, vowing it was the start of a campaign to force the Conservative government to reverse deep spending cuts.
Police Investigating Whether Man Found Dead In London Fell From Plane
The man's body was found on a rooftop shortly after a flight from Johannesburg landed at Heathrow. Another man who stowed away was found hiding in that plane's undercarriage.
London's Dominance Becomes A British Election Issue
London completely dominates the political, cultural and economic life of the U.K. to an extent rarely seen elsewhere. That imbalance has been an issue in the run-up to Thursday's election.
Eliud Kipchoge Edges Out Fellow Kenyans To Win London Marathon
In his first win of the iconic long-distance race, Kipchoge clocked 2:04:47. Wilson Kipsang, who won last year, placed second and world-record holder Dennis Kimetto was third.