A new exhibition examines life on the streets October 15, 2021 What really happened to the homeless during the pandemic? We see people living on the streets as part of our daily lives, but what do we really know about the reality of surviving without a place to call home, especially during a pandemic? For 11 days from October 27, a new immersive show, the Secret [...]
PM pays tribute to Sir David Amess MP killed in fatal stabbing – CityAM : CityAM October 15, 2021 Prime Minister Boris Johnson has paid tribute to Sir David Amess MP, who was killed today in a fatal stabbing. In a statement, he said “all our hearts are filled with shock and sadness” at the news. The Prime Minister praised Amess’ public service record. He highlighted his efforts to end animal cruelty, reduce fuel [...]
Bitcoin breaches $60,000 with conviction as traders eye up new all-time high October 15, 2021 Bitcoin broke through the $60,000 mark moments ago, as rumours of an official green light for a Bitcoin futures exchange-traded fund gathered pace.
White House gives coveted US-UK corridor the green light to double jabbed travellers October 15, 2021 The White House has reportedly confirmed that it will lift Covid-19 travel restrictions for vaccinated travellers entering the country from November 8. Those flying into the US will need to show proof that they have had both jabs, as well as having a negative coronavirus test with three days of departure, a White House official [...]
A true constituency MP: obituary to Sir David Amess (1952 – 2021) October 15, 2021 Sir David Amess (26 March 1952 – October 15 2021) was one of the longest-serving members of Parliament. He was first elected to represent Basildon in 1983 and then Southend West from 1997 until 2021. Sir David was 69 years-old and is survived by his wife, Julia and his five children. He was born in Essex [...]
London’s Walkie Talkie skyscraper evacuated after fire breaks out October 15, 2021 The Walkie Talkie building in the City of London has been evacuated due to a fire, according to reports. At least three five engines are lined along Fenchurch Street, while evacuees and customers of Sky Gardens, one of the City’s top tourist destinations, stand outside. The police and an ambulance are also the scene. More [...]
Focus On: Peckham – A creative hub full of bars and restaurants October 15, 2021 A hotbed for creative professionals and an innovative cultural hub, South London’s Peckham offers stylish modern living with exceptional transport links and some of London’s hippest bars and restaurants. During the 1960s, Peckham underwent significant redevelopment, followed by additional regeneration programmes over subsequent decades, which have allowed the area to maintain its sense of community [...]
Hitting the wall: The latest wallpaper trends for this autumn October 15, 2021 The evolution of wallpaper is the story that keeps on giving. New colours, new techniques, new patterns, new technical innovations, new ways to render metallics… and now a return to more sustainable materials. if you haven’t got into wallpaper yet you are in for a treat. Firstly, it works absolutely everywhere. Bedrooms, especially, benefit from [...]
FCA: director barred for life and fined £116k over dodgy pension advice October 15, 2021 A former director and senior financial adviser at pension switching firm Consumer Wealth has been barred from financial services and fined £116,000 by the UK’s watchdog. The FCA found that Omar Hussein advised customers to switch their existing pensions when this was often unnecessary and not in their best interest. Between 2015 and 2017, Mr [...]
Carbon emissions rapidly rising in G20 nations October 15, 2021 Carbon emissions are rebounding across the world’s 20 richest nations, says the latest Climate Transparency Report. The freshly released study states that CO2 emissions are projected to rise by four per cent across the G20 this year due to increasing energy demands in developed economies. This year’s rebound is being powered by coal usage, which is [...]
