Life after the London Marathon 2015: How to make a speedy recovery April 26, 2015 It's over – after months of fear, excitement, and an intense training, you managed to run the London Marathon, and now it's time for a well-deserved rest. But if you're the type to put yourself up for a 26-mile race, you may well be trying to plan your next run. This is a [...]
The future of London: New 3D model allows you to see how the capital will change over time April 24, 2015 The future of London's skyline lies in the hands of its architects, and there are plenty of exciting plans on the horizon. So what will the capital look in two years, five years, or even 20 years? To answer these questions, a huge interactive installation has been opened at the Building Centre near Goodge Street. [...]
Apple Watch apps: The most useful apps for your commute, work, travel and staying informed April 24, 2015 People are finally able to get their hands on the Apple Watch today as pre-orders begin shipping and a handful of shops – Apple stores, Selfridges and Dover Street Market in London – will begin selling the smartwatch offline. But with a mind-boggling 3,000 apps to get playing with, where do you start? Here's our [...]
Microsoft trump expectations thanks to sky-high cloud revenue April 23, 2015 The figures Microsoft's profit and revenue came in above analysts' expectations for the third quarter of 2015, causing the company's stock to rise in after-hours trading. The software and technology giant posted earnings of $0.61 per share – trumping the forecast $0.51 per share – but also significantly falling from the $0.68 per share posted [...]
Google misses earnings and revenue estimates in first quarter results April 23, 2015 The figures Google once again disappointed investors after earnings in the first quarter missed analysts' expectations – the sixth quarter in a row it has fallen short. Earnings per share came in at $6.57 per share – short of the expected $6.61 per share – on revenue of $17.3bn. That marked a 12 per cent rise [...]
London Marathon 2015: What to eat, which foods to avoid and how much water you need to drink April 23, 2015 This Sunday, runners from across the UK will gather for the event they've spent months training for – the annual London Marathon. If you're one of the fit few who has decided to take on the challenge (not to mention who managed to get a much-coveted place), the next three days' preparation will be crucial. [...]
FinTech payment startups least likely to get acquired by banks April 23, 2015 Financial technology startups shaking up the payments industry are least likely to be acquired by established banks, despite the increasing efforts by financial institutions to become more innovative. The most likely end-game for a successful startup developing innovative new ways for making payments in the rocketing FinTech sector is being acquired by a major technology firm such [...]
These insane pictures show Chile’s Calbuco volcano erupting for first time in 42 years April 23, 2015 A huge ash cloud could be seen spreading across southern Chile last night, after the enormous Calbuco volcano erupted for the first time in 42 years. Lying 625 miles south of the capital Santiago, Calbuco is a pretty big worry for Chileans – it is considered one of the top three most potentially dangerous of [...]
Keeping obesity at bay: Why diet is more important than exercise when you’re trying to lose weight April 23, 2015 The world has a growing obesity problem, but this doesn't mean you need to get a gym membership and start running everywhere – being more active just won't make a difference, according to a group of medical experts in the UK. To keep the weight off, it's going to involve limiting the amount of sweet [...]
London’s best eats now within reach: New app Uncover aims to take the pain out of restaurant reservations April 22, 2015 Many of London’s top restaurants can be legitimately described as “exclusive”, primarily because they cost upwards of a hundred pounds a head – prices way out of most ordinary people’s price range. There is, however, another echelon of exclusivity inhabited by restaurants that aren’t only eye-wateringly expensive, but are also booked up for years to [...]