How Notting Hill Carnival Became Europe's Top Street Festival
Discover the vibrant history of Notting Hill Carnival, from its roots in Caribbean culture to becoming Europe's largest street festival. Explore its music, costumes, and community spirit.
Discover the vibrant history of Notting Hill Carnival, from its roots in Caribbean culture to becoming Europe's largest street festival. Explore its music, costumes, and community spirit.
Organisers of the iconic Notting Hill Carnival have announced significant changes to this year's event, including a new route and enhanced safety measures to ensure a smooth and secure celebration.
Climate activists brought Berlin's iconic Autobahn to a standstill, gluing themselves to the road in a high-profile protest demanding urgent government action on fossil fuels.
Leicester City supporters made their voices heard with a unique protest against Sheffield Wednesday's ticket pricing, sparking debate among football fans.
Manchester United supporters are gearing up for a significant protest against Sir Jim Ratcliffe's partial takeover, demanding greater fan involvement in club decisions.
An Australian activist is in critical condition after ingesting uranium during a climate protest in North Dakota, sparking urgent medical and environmental concerns.
Activists have taken over a controversial 'Clockwork Orange' estate in a dramatic protest against proposed housing developments, sparking a heated debate over urban planning and heritage preservation.
Victoria Police has come under fire for its handling of Gaza protests, while thousands marched freely in Sydney, sparking debates over policing strategies and civil liberties.
Northumbria Police detained innocent tourists in a case of mistaken identity during a protest in Canary Wharf, sparking outrage and an official apology.
Stunning aerial footage from a passing train reveals the sheer scale of the Sydney Harbour Bridge protest, as thousands gather to voice their demands.
Activists in London rallied to defend a hotel housing asylum seekers amid rising tensions. The demonstration highlights ongoing debates over immigration and human rights in the UK.
Security measures including counter-terrorism barriers have been erected along Portobello Road in preparation for the Notting Hill Carnival, raising concerns and sparking debate among locals.
A violent attacker who slashed a man's stomach open with a machete at Notting Hill Carnival has been sentenced to 14 years in prison for attempted murder.
Pop sensation Olivia Rodrigo turned heads in a chic leopard print cardigan and mini skirt while stepping out in London's Notting Hill with close friend Conan Gray.
A group of pro-Palestinian demonstrators disrupted an Israeli restaurant in Melbourne, sparking widespread condemnation. The incident has reignited debates over free speech and protest boundaries.
A pro-Palestine activist scaled the Sydney Harbour Bridge, causing major traffic disruptions and sparking a heated debate on protest methods.
Singer Lily Allen was seen cycling through Notting Hill without her wedding ring, sparking speculation about her marriage to David Harbour.
Supermodel Miranda Kerr mourns the loss of her father-in-law, Sir Michael Hill, the renowned jeweller who founded the iconic Michael Hill Jeweller chain. Family and friends gather to pay tribute.
Celebrated jeweller Michael Hill, founder of the global Michael Hill Jeweller chain, has died at the age of 80. Tributes pour in for the visionary entrepreneur.
Singer Sam Smith turned heads in a striking floor-length navy dress and matching bandana while enjoying a cigarette in Notting Hill, just days before dropping a brand-new single.
A Notting Hill restaurant owner reveals his business has been burgled 20 times in just 18 months, with police failing to respond promptly despite repeated break-ins.
A group of protesters in Gaza successfully pressured an Israeli cruise ship to change its course, diverting from the Greek island of Syros to Cyprus amid rising tensions.
Four individuals were detained under the Terrorism Act during a pro-Palestine demonstration in Liverpool, sparking debate over protest rights and counter-terrorism measures.
Pro-Palestine activists targeted defence sites in London and Cornwall, demanding an end to UK complicity in the Israeli arms trade. Police made multiple arrests as tensions flared.
Kamar Williams, a fugitive on the run, was dramatically apprehended during Notting Hill Carnival and has now been sentenced for murder. Read the full story here.
A 19-year-old has been jailed for 12 years after a violent stabbing at the Notting Hill Carnival, marking another grim chapter in the festival's history of crime.
London's Met Police introduces live facial recognition technology at Notting Hill Carnival to tackle rising violence, sparking privacy debates.
Metropolitan Police report 75 arrests at Notting Hill Carnival, including for knife possession, as authorities vow to tackle rising violence.
London's iconic Notting Hill Carnival faced disruptions as youth violence led to several arrests. Authorities increased security measures to ensure public safety during the annual event.
Daring thief steals Grace Beverley's vintage Chanel handbag in broad daylight as she dines at a Notting Hill restaurant. Watch the brazen theft unfold.