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Franchesca Villar

Staff Writer

Franchesca is a writer at Secret Media Network. In her spare time she's usually on a long leisurely walk with her dog Mason, online shopping, checking out a new food spot, or at the gym.

Why Is London Nicknamed ‘The Big Smoke’?
Culture

Why Is London Nicknamed ‘The Big Smoke’?

Do you know the origins of London's most well-known nickname? Well, the name 'The Big Smoke' hails from the 19th century when it first appeared in an 1874 dictionary of slang. The name refers to the bleak period of heav...

30 Telling Signs You’re New To London
Secret Guides

30 Telling Signs You’re New To London

Living in London changes you - you learn all sorts of new behaviours, habits, and do's and don'ts that the city teaches you. Being a Londoner is a personality trait. You gain a shorter fuse and find yourself getting ann...

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