The world-famous landmark’s operators are bidding to have its planning permission extended An iconic part of London’s skyline could disappear for ever in a few years. The London Eye, which has become as much a part of the capital’s furniture as M&M World and adult ballpits, could be removed by 2028. The Millennium Wheel, as it was originally known, opened on December 31 1999. …

What dates are the tube, train and Overground strikes? It may be a new year, but it’s the same old story when it comes to London’s trains. After lots of disruption over the festive period, rail and Overground strikes are continuing into 2023.  London transport got off to a shaky start this year with the first week of January being …

Qixi Festival – also known as the Double Seventh Festival, or Chinese Valentine’s Day – falls annually on the seventh day of the seventh month on the lunar calendar, and for this year that day falls on August 4. While it’s not as commonly celebrated nowadays, the Qixi Festival has been observed for over 2,000 years and it dates back …