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A new set of data released by City Hall revealed that the air in every one of London’s 32 boroughs is in breach of World Health Organisation (WHO) guidelines for toxic Nitrogen Dioxide levels. The study, which was...
Printworks was always intended to be a temporary venue. But when a world-famous London nightlife venue is forced to close down, it’s still a sad day for the city. And that sad day will come very soon, with Printwo...
On May 24 last year, the long-awaited Elizabeth line made its grand arrival to the tracks of the London Underground, revamping the nature of travel into the city centre. When it opened, we saw it in its first form, with...
In a bid to build a more sustainable shopping ecosystem, Selfridges has launched a brand new ‘circular’ shopping initiative, helping to keep clothing in circulation for much longer. Launching just yesterda...
On March 29, it was announced that beloved presenter, comedian and drag queen Paul O’Grady had passed away “unexpectedly but peacefully”. Ever since, tributes have poured in from those whose lives were touched by...
Back in 2020, the National Portrait Gallery closed their doors for a period of refurbishment to the tune of some £35.5 million. Then, late last year, they finally gave us a glimpse of hope for the future as they…...
Islington Council have just introduced a fresh new policy that means late fees for library books has been scrapped. Fines for late book returns have existed ever since they were first introduced to the then new free lib...
When asked to name the definition of ‘fancy food’, there’s a good chance many a mind gravitates towards caviar. Typically enjoyed as an expensive garnish—often alongside a glass of Champagne at those o...
You can keep your Citizen Kane; your Casablanca; your Shawshank Redemption – there’s only one title befitting of ‘greatest movie of all time’ crown. Shrek (2001). And Shrek 2 (2004) as a close-second....
You might have heard that single-use plastic was on the way out in England. With items such as plastic plates, trays and cutlery to soon be banned from use across the country. Now it appears plastic wet wipes will follo...
