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A major burst water main near King's Cross on August 18, 2024, forced the evacuation of a hotel, left basements flooded, and caused severe travel disruption. Emergency responders, including 60 firefighters, deployed mobile barriers and drones to contain the damage as Pentonville Road was shut and bus routes diverted.

King's Cross St Pancras Tube station was evacuated on March 5, 2019, after a fire alert occurred the same day suspicious packages triggered security investigations across London airports. The station reopened after 20 minutes, with mainline services staying open and transport disruption kept minimal.

The UK government is shifting some of its 2026 and 2027 bank holidays, adding substitute days for those that fall on weekends. This change is meant to keep public holiday observance consistent, but workers' paid time off relies on individual contracts.

A Ferrari 360 Modena F1 formerly owned by F1 champion Jenson Button is now on sale for £59,950. This Nero and Crema leather example boasts Daytona seats, a special F1 team championship plaque, 37,000 miles, and a complete service record. Its price fits market norms, but Button's ownership gives it rare collector appeal.

PSG claimed a slim 1-0 win over Arsenal in the Champions League semifinal first leg, thanks to Ousmane Dembélé's early goal. The French side dominated the first half, while Arsenal had a goal disallowed and missed chances after halftime. The decisive second leg takes place in Paris on May 7.

The British Muslim Network launched in February 2025, with backing from Baroness Warsi and Mishal Husain, aiming to build real dialogue between Muslims and the UK government. It promises more diverse representation, focusing on issues like discrimination, education, and health, at a tense time for British politics.

The Set For Life lottery on January 23, 2025, revealed winning numbers 11, 21, 22, 32, 45 and Life Ball 06. No player scored the top prize, but two won £10,000 monthly for a year. A total of 187,573 winners shared £1.49 million in payouts, with the next draw set for January 27.

Mock the Week, the hit satirical panel show hosted by Dara Ó Briain, aired for 17 years on BBC Two and reshaped British comedy TV. Known for its blend of stand-up, improvisational comedy, and sharp takes on news, the show featured comedians like Hugh Dennis, Frankie Boyle, and Russell Howard.

Kelly Brook kept her cool and cracked a joke after getting hit in the crotch by accident on live Heart Radio. The viral video highlights her sense of humor and quick thinking, turning an awkward moment into a laughing fit for everyone listening.

Celtic need just one point to secure a fourth straight Scottish Premiership title, while intense battles for third place and survival ramp up. Key fixtures loom late April and May, with Hibernian, Dundee United, Aberdeen, and several clubs caught in dramatic races for Europe and against relegation.