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Jamie Redknapp admits he thought Tottenham would endure a difficult year at the beginning of the season, but suggests the arrival of Scott Parker and Daniel Levy's staunch refusal to sell Luka Modric, have played a fundamental role in the club's remarkable revival.

Oriol Romeu is planning on staying at Chelsea for another year at least

Katie Wynter murder police get go-ahead to continue quizzing 18-year-old man.

Burning buildings and rampant looting turned parts of London into war zone during August riots.

Per Mertesacker has sung the praises of Cologne striker Lucas Podolski, with the Germany international said to be a long standing target for Arsenal.

Arsenal legend Martin Keown believes Tottenham are now the finest team in London and that is largely down to the fact that Harry Redknapp retained Luka Modric and Gareth Bale in the summer.

2011 champion cyclist Cadel Evans and wife adopt baby from Ethiopia.

It's been a big year for Liverpool fans, with their fortunes looking more likely than ever to be turned around under a new dawn of viable ownership and legendary manager Kenny Dalglish.

American rapper-singer, Kanye West is reportedly shifting his base to London, UK to further pursue his dreams of being a fashion designer.

BBC under fire after choosing panda Tian Tian as one of its 12 female faces of the year.

Murder trial judge says anger and sympathy have 'no part to play' in Lawrence deliberations.

Tottenham Hotspur's squad is the envy of their London rivals Arsenal and Chelsea according to football pundit Tony Cascarino.

Jamie Redknapp has lavished praise on Tottenham Hotspur midfielder Sandro following the Brazilian's impressive display at Carrow Road on Tuesday night.

Seydou Diarrassouba's fatal stabbing in Oxford Street may be gang-related, police claim.

English singer and lead performer of Florence and the Machine, Florence Welch opened the winter sale at the luxury departmental store, Harrods dressed in a chic Chanel ensemble.

Tottenham Hotspur manager Harry Redknapp believes Steven Caulker has the credentials to be a mainstay of his defence in the next few years.

Tony Cascarino believes Thierry Henry would be well advised to avoid the reported advances of Arsene Wenger by rejecting a possible return to Arsenal.

Human rights group dismisses Syrian troop withdrawal as scam to confuse Arab League.

Cesc Fabregas has endeavoured to explain the reasons behind his decision to leave Arsenal in the summer, by claiming the time was right for him to exit the Emirates.

Former Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas concedes mistakes were made by his former club but he refuses to criticise his ex-employers or have a bad word said against Arsene Wenger.

Britain's high streets swamped with bargain-hunting shoppers determined to beat economic gloom.

Former Arsenal captain Cesc Fabregas can understand why Gunners' fans were unhappy when Liverpool goalkeeper Pepe Reina put a Barcelona shirt over his head during Spain's World Cup celebrations.

Artillery barrage against Syria's third city winds down as Arab League observers enter country.

Ray Parlour believes that Thierry Henry is not only capable of providing great back up for Robin van Persie this season but also the former Arsenal midfielder believes he could take over the north London club one day.

West End street sealed off after 18-year-old man stabbed to death, first of two knifings in London.

Manchester United will reportedly test Tottenham's resolve to keep star man Luka Modric with a £30 million bid next month.

A roundup of the routes where delays are expected and also the means of alternative transport.

Former Arsenal skipper Cesc Fabregas has revealed he would love to return to the London club if he is ever forced out of Barcelona.

Thousands of train services have been cancelled even as members of the drivers' union, Aslef, start their strike in a long-running dispute over holiday pay.

The Metropolitan Police Service's (MPS) Specialist and Economic Crime Command has warned the public about fraudsters who may attempt to exploit its name to con people around the world.