How a 'hero' dog's bark saved her owner's life

A major fire broke out in a two-storey warehouse and retail space on Bridge Road in Southall, London, prompting a response from approximately 150 firefighters and 25 fire engines. Emergency services have raised concerns that fireworks may be stored inside the building, leading to warnings for the public to maintain a safe distance from the area.

Chancellor Rachel Reeves announced a 4.1% increase in the national minimum wage, raising it from £12.21 to £12.71 per hour for workers over 21, effective from April. This change is expected to benefit approximately 2.4 million low-paid workers, increasing their annual earnings by around £900.

The UK government has faced criticism for conceding to the British Virgin Islands' request to restrict access to a company share ownership register, limiting it to individuals with a legitimate interest. This decision contradicts a 2008 UK law mandating broader access to the register. Discussions on this issue are set to take place between Foreign Office ministers and leaders of British overseas territories in London.

Graham Linehan, the co-creator of Father Ted, was cleared of harassing transgender activist Sophia Brooks on social media by the Westminster magistrates court. However, he was found guilty of criminal damage for damaging Brooks' mobile phone outside a conference in London last year.

Business Secretary Peter Kyle announced at the CBI conference in London that the Labour government will engage with business leaders regarding proposed changes to workers' rights, indicating a willingness to consider their concerns. Kyle plans to conduct 26 consultations with companies after the legislation is enacted.

Four Northamptonshire police officers are facing misconduct hearings regarding their handling of abuse claims made by Harshita Brella, a 24-year-old woman found dead in a car boot in Ilford, London, on November 14, 2024. It is suspected that Brella was strangled in Corby on November 10, raising serious concerns about the police's response to her allegations prior to her death.

Artists, including Hany Armanious, are creating meticulous replicas of everyday trash items, such as resin fruit peels and bronze bin bags, which are displayed in galleries like Buxton Contemporary in Melbourne. These artworks are so realistic that they often confuse cleaners, blurring the line between art and waste.

Personal belongings of late singer Marianne Faithfull, including diaries, artworks, and a trunk gifted by Carrie Fisher, are set to be auctioned in London. The auction features items that reflect Faithfull's unique taste and storied life, as noted by her son Nicholas Dunbar.