2011

Ticket Alert: Gigs on Sale Friday 9 September

Our pick of gigs on sale this week includes Smashing Pumpkins and a hip-hop DJ legend.

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Thursday news - with added entertainment.

Be A Drummer At The Olympics Opening Ceremony

This will take some beating.

In Pictures: Sky Lounge @ Nido Spitalfields

This pop up bar at the top of a skyscaper offers stunning views of London.

BNP Picks Uruguayan Mayoral Candidate

Second Interviews For Met Commissioner Candidates

Boris Johnson insists on interviewing all candidates himself, probably delaying the appointment announcement.

The Mayor's Thames Festival 2011

The Thames in central London becomes one big party this weekend. (Sponsored post)

The View From The Shard At Night

A stunningly detailed photograph from the skyscraper's 35th floor.

Affordable Housing Plans For Mile End And Newham Slums

A community trust hopes to win their bid for St Clement's hospital building in Mile End, while the Independent uncovers "super-shed" slums.

Things To Do In London On The Cheap: 9-15 September

Festival season is not over!

London Food & Drink News: 8 September 2011

Breakfast, lunch and dinner covered in this week's food and drink round up

TODAY: International Paralympic Day In Trafalgar Square

Find out about the 20 Paralympic Sports

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Westfield, Henry Moore, Larry the Downing Street cat, Queen Elizabeth Hall and London Film Festival

Preview: Hampstead & Highgate Literary Festival

The weekend sees the start of a North London bookfest.

Doubts Over Olympic Legacy For Charities And Volunteering

Can you name a charity associated with London 2012?

Preview: OAE Take Classical Music Down The Pub

Hear baroque music live in the Star of Kings

Book Grocer: 7-13 September

The week ahead in literary London: festivals in Lewisham and Hampstead and Highgate, eat cake at Foyles and tons of other poets and author appearances.

Sandwichist – Classic All American Sandwiches at Pickle & Rye in Sheen

In search of London’s best sandwich since sliced bread.