I was passing through St Pancras Station/Kings Cross on my way to Luton Airport, when I couldn’t help but notice that a London 2012 Olympics shop had opened, just after the Eurostar ticket office.

Some of our readers might remember my article written about the Elephant Parade in London back in June. The Elephant Family – the UK’s only charity that deals solely with the protection of Asian elephants and their habitat – organised the most colourful outdoor art event London had ever seen from May to July 2010.

In a big boost to the Open House biannual weekends, the BT Tower has joined the hundreds of venues across London which will open its doors to the general public for the first time since the early 1970’s.

On 27th April, Transport for London (TfL) opened four new stations as part of the opening of the Eastern section of its London Overground service and began the preview service of the line. Full service of the extended and rebranded line commenced on the 23rd May running from Dalston Junction to New Cross, Crystal Palace and West Croydon.

The arrival of the new US Embassy in Battersea is imminent and the design has been released. Is it an open space for all to enjoy, or a fortress which we won’t be let near? Either way, one exciting development for the area as a result is a potential new Tube line for a part of London that has never before had a spot on TfL’s Tube map.

Ever wanted to learn how to cook from Heston Blumenthal or Raymond Blanc? How about learning how to cook with Marcus Wareing and have a meal at The Berkeley for you and three friends afterwards? The Chefs Unite raffle lets you have the chance of a lifetime, while at the same time raise money for the Children with Leukaemia charity.

Friday not only saw the start of the World Cup, but also celebrations in Trafalgar Square of the start of the tournament. The kick-off for this year FIFA’s tournament was televised on a big outdoor screen, and the square also hosted the best of the South African culture, music and food.

Lost is over, the Sex and the City mania is waning, isn’t it time for old-fashioned men to take their revenge? Fortunately for them, the biggest sports event in the world is due to start, as the kick-off of the 19th World Cup is on Friday, 11th of June. Employees will be ‘sick’, streets will be empty for 90 minutes, pubs will be crammed with fans infuriated by the referee’s calls. In a few words, it’s Showtime for football aficionados…

Have you noticed cute baby elephants popping up wherever you go in London? Some are in polka dots, others have intricate patterns, and yet some are painted after cartoon characters or even in the stripes of a tiger. A herd of baby Asian elephant statues have invaded London, on a mission to raise awareness of their real-life plight.

Can’t stand the stuffy and hot London Underground? Nokia has launched their latest promotion campaign, where you can get a free cab ride anywhere in London – if you’re quick-eyed enough to spot one of their Ovi Maps branded cabs and hail it before someone else does.