Robots are used to draw teens into cyber security
Barking and Dagenham College students tested their skills at a careers show aimed at filling the national skills gap in the cyber industry.
School that creates ‘future changemakers’ in awards finals
A school which aims to shape pupils’ minds and inspire “changemakers of the future” was a finalist in two categories of the 2024 Independent Schools awards.
Bishop on a bike aims to end ‘cycle of male violence’
The Bishop of Willesden is leading a group of cyclists across London to highlight the responsibilities men bear in ending all forms of violence against women and girls.
Diwali played out on Wembley’s hallowed turf
The hallowed turf of Wembley Stadium was used for the Diwali festival of light — helping to bring the Hindu community into football.
Television stars to support animal welfare charity
TV stars are giving readings at a Christmas concert to raise money for animal welfare to keep the Mayhew charity’s clinic going in Kensal Green.
Meet the people trying to tackle food poverty and bring communities together
People of all faiths and backgrounds came together for a meeting to plan this year’s Mitzvah Day project across north London to help tackle hunger and food insecurity.
Queen's Hospital professor meets King Charles
One of the consultants at Queen’s Hospital in Romford gave King Charles an insight into his work to improve healthcare in Commonwealth countries.
'I served on World War II Arctic convoys - I will never forget my comrades'
Harrow Royal Navy veteran Kenneth MacNaughton ran the gauntlet of German U-boats and the Luftwaffe during the Second World War - but lived to tell the tale and reach his 100th birthday.
The therapy app that helps patients track their progress
Occupational therapists have won a national industry award for developing an app at Homerton’s John Howard psychiatric centre for hospital patients.
Deal agreed for project offering homecare to keep people out of hospital
A deal for Barking and Dagenham residents to get home therapy from an Essex care company after illness or an accident rather than having to go into hospital has been agreed.
