12 h. ago FTSE posts new closing high as falls in defence stocks are offset by retail gains

In London, defence stocks fell sharply amid hopes of peace in Ukraine with Babcock International, BAE Systems and Rolls-Royce all down.

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19 h. ago London’s National Theatre still centering progress and diversity as US backslides

London’s National Theatre still centering progress and diversity as US backslides  Gay City News

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42 h. ago Rent affordability worsens in England as urban areas drive disparity

London was the least affordable city with average rents of £1,957 per month across the capital, or 41.6% of a typical renter’s income.

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3 d. ago Now Hamlet issues trigger warning that Shakespeare classic contains 'coercive' behaviour

Those visiting London's National Theatre to watch Robert Hastie's adaptation of the iconic play have also been told to prepare themselves for themes such as suicide as well as depictions of madness.

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5 d. ago National Weather Service confirms tornado in New London early Wednesday morning

National Weather Service confirms tornado in New London early Wednesday morning  Cleveland 19 News

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6 d. ago London museum tells forgotten story of African and Indian troops in second world war

National Army Museum’s Beyond Burma exhibition examines stories of soldiers from Britain’s coloniesThe forgotten story of African and Indian troops who fought in south Asia against Japanese forces during the second world war and who have largely been omitted from the official history is to be brought to life in a London exhibition.The National Army Museum’s Beyond Burma: Forgotten Armies show includes rare items from Indian and African soldiers who toiled in some of the harshest conditions seen anywhere during the conflict. Continue reading...

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6 d. ago Bexleyheath curry house crowned best in London at national awards

Bexleyheath curry house crowned best in London at national awards  News Shopper

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6 d. ago Man sparks fierce debate after sitting topless in Pret during the heatwave

One man's bold choice to ditch his shirt in a Pret a Manger, in Holland Park, London , on Tuesday afternoon, that has divided the nation about heat wave etiquette.

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7 d. ago Nicola Sturgeon bids for her independence... from Scotland! Ex

The former first minister suggested living elsewhere would give her a 'perspective shift', although she insisted she would not be going away for 'very long'.

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9 d. ago Hundreds march to Downing Street urging release of Israeli hostages

There were several flare-ups with counter protesters as the ‘national march for the hostages’ made its way through central London on Sunday.

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9 d. ago Family of kidnapped Israeli hostages to join march on Downing Street

On Sunday afternoon there will be a ‘national march for the hostages’ in central London.

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1 week ago Locatelli at the National Gallery, London: ‘Come for the Michelangelo, stay for the orecchiette’ – restaurant review

Locatelli at the National Gallery, London: ‘Come for the Michelangelo, stay for the orecchiette’ – restaurant review  The Guardian

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1 week ago These 7 seaside towns are perfect for a day trip from London by train

These 7 seaside towns are perfect for a day trip from London by train  National Geographic

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1 week ago White nationalists are posting pictures from the London area. Here are the locations

White nationalists are posting pictures from the London area. Here are the locations  CBC

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1 week ago London’s National Gallery Taps the Public to Help Chart Its Next Chapter

London’s National Gallery Taps the Public to Help Chart Its Next Chapter  Artnet News

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1 week ago National Grid prepares for two major supergrid transformer deliveries in London

National Grid prepares for two major supergrid transformer deliveries in London  National Grid Group

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1 week ago The NHL preached inclusion. So why has it got into bed with Donald Trump?

Commissioner Gary Bettman and Panthers captain Matthew Tkachuk are on the US president’s sports council. It’s hardly a sign of social progress“Diverse representation within inclusive environments is proven to advance innovation, creativity, and decision-making – all of which are critically important to the growth of the sport and our business,” NHL commissioner Gary Bettman wrote in his introduction to the NHL’s first – and only, so far – diversity and inclusion report, which it released in 2022. “Recognizing these facts, we are working to better understand and accelerate our engagement across all layers of diversity – including nationality, race, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, and religion – and their nuances and intersections,” Bettman continued.Last week, Bettman was named alongside NHL legend Wayne Gretzky, Florida Panthers’ captain Matthew Tkachukx6x and various representatives of other sports as a member of Donald Trump’s sports council. The council will be r...

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1 week ago London’s National Gallery Creates Panel of Citizens to Shape its Future

London’s National Gallery Creates Panel of Citizens to Shape its Future  ARTnews.com

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1 week ago Power to the people: London's National Gallery seeks public panel to help shape its future

Power to the people: London's National Gallery seeks public panel to help shape its future  The Art Newspaper

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1 week ago Arrest warrant issued for lawyer who skipped court citing London hospital visit

Arrest warrant issued for lawyer who skipped court citing London hospital visit  Daily Nation

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