London World's top stories of 2024 from Taylor Swift fever to the Wicked premiere

2024 has been a mammoth year for London! Here are our favourite stories of the year.

What a year it’s been! London has seen exhibitions opening, movie premieres, protests, and Taylor Swift fever.

We’re celebrating the very best of 2024 by taking a look back at our favourite stories of the year.

Jack’s Top Videos of 2024

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Jack is our boots on the ground, roving reporter. Every day he goes out and speaks to Londoners about important topics and profiles some of the city’s best hidden gems. Here are his top videos from 2024.

I visited London’s so-called ‘coolest’ neighbourhood. Watch it here.

‘I don’t feel safe in my town’: Home Secretary Yvette Cooper addresses UK residents concerns over policing. Watch it here.

London fans ‘SO EXCITED’ for Taylor Swift at Wembley. Watch it here.

‘Shame on Labour!’: Pensioners protest at Parliament over cuts to winter fuel allowance. Watch it here.

Amber’s Top Stories of 2024

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London World’s What’s On writer Amber has had a busy year. She’s been out and about at exhibitions, shows, concerts, store openings, and more. These are her top moments from 2024.

I visited the Hello Kitty Cafe at London’s Somerset House. Read it here.

Spoof London Eye Facebook post claiming it has been dismantled and is moving to Scotland goes viral. Read it here.

Stevie Nicks BST Hyde Park review: Icon reflected on old memories and made new ones at capital show. Read it here.

Lynn’s Favourite Stories of 2024

OG London World reporter Lynn, left us for pastures new in October, however she still found the time to share her top stories of the year with us.

I went to see Taylor Swift at Wembley Stadium and I’m still not over the excitement. Read it here.

Meet the Jewish guardian angels protecting the community of Stamford Hill. Read it here.

Exhibition dedicated to Palestinian art opens in central London. Read it here.

Ed Miliband speaks out on ULEZ and ‘flat earther’ candidate. Read it here.

Tube map updated as new names for TfL lines revealed. Read it here.

Abi’s top picks of 2024

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I took over as Editor of London World in September, but I’ve been reading the site for nearly two years. These are my favourite stories of 2024, written by the hugely talented LW team.

I tried Borough Market's famous Bread Ahead doughnuts to see if they are worth the hype. Watch Jack’s review here.

This epic London sandwich shop has gone viral for good reason. Watch our video on it here.

Just talk to us! Farmers and Jeremy Clarkson protest in Westminster. Watch our video here.

Where to find Banksy’s latest London artwork. See our gallery here.

I visited London's gruesome new exhibition and there are some things I can't unsee. Read Amber’s review here. Or watch our viral TikTok below.

London transformed into Emerald City for the Wicked premiere. Check out our coverage here.

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Cynthia Erivo and Ariana Grande at the Wicked: Part One European premiere

Londoners had some savage reactions to the Trafalgar Square Christmas tree, one person said it looked like a cucumber. Read it here.

I went to see a raunchy Christmas show off London’s West End. Read our cheeky review here.

And last but definitely not least, Jellycat mania took over London this year and I just love to see it. Check out some of our top stories here.

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