Why we’re right to condemn YouTube star Logan Paul January 2, 2018 On Sunday, YouTuber Logan Paul uploaded a video of an apparent suicide victim in Japan. Paul, who has 15 million subscribers, was with his friends at the base of Mount Fuji, in a forest notorious for suicides. It wasn’t long before the criticism started. One commenter called out Logan Paul for the ‘disrespectful’ way [...]
The UK Space Agency kicks off search for young entrepreneurs to share their ideas on uses for satellites January 2, 2018 The government’s UK Space Agency has kicked off a search for budding space entrepreneurs to provide innovative ideas on how satellites can improve life on earth. It will offer expert advice for young people’s satellite ideas, and a share of a £50,000 prize. The SatelLife Challenge, which is in its second year, is on the [...]
Police confirm “heartbreaking” incidents as four men murdered in London in less than 24 hours over New Year’s Eve January 1, 2018 Four men were stabbed to death overnight in London, and a fifth is in a critical condition, in what police are describing as “despicable” and “heartbreaking”. The first attack, in which an 18-year-old man was stabbed, took place in Larmans Road, Enfield at 11:30am. He later died in hospital. A 20-year-old man was stabbed in [...]
Sydney plane crash: Compass Group chief executive Richard Cousins, son Will Cousins, named among six killed in New Year Eve crash January 1, 2018 Compass Group boss Richard Cousins has been named as one of six people killed in a plane crash in Sydney on New Year’s Eve. Cousins’ sons Edward and Will Cousins, his fiancee Emma Bowden and her 11-year-old daughter Heather were also killed, alongside the pilot Gareth Morgan. The tourist flight plunged into the Hawkesbury river [...]
Hundreds of passengers stranded at London Stansted overnight due to snow December 28, 2017 Hundreds of people were left stranded at London Stansted overnight due to travel chaos brought on by snow yesterday. The airport was forced to close a runway at one point after heavy snowfall, and although it soon reopened, flight delays and cancellations continued throughout the rest of Wednesday. One passenger stranded on his way to [...]
Hamilton London review: Believe the hype, this American smash has all the makings of a modern classic December 23, 2017 Victoria Palace Theatre Believe the hype: there's plenty of it. Ever since Lin-Manuel Miranda's hip-opera made its Broadway debut two years ago, it's been a cult phenomenon, catapulting Alexander Hamilton, previously America's most overlooked Founder, into one of its most revered overnight. Many Brits have been playing the soundtrack on repeat in eager anticipation of [...]
City Moves for 22 December 2017 – who’s switching jobs at Pladis, Cobham and Brown Rudnick? | City A.M. December 22, 2017 Today’s City Moves cover snacks, defence and legal eagles. Take a look at these movers and shakers: Pladis Pladis, the global snacking company behind the well-loved McVitie’s and Jacob’s brands, announced yesterday that Jonny Jacobs has moved into the newly created role of strategy director at Pladis UK & Ireland. Jonny, previously head of supply [...]
As 2017 ends, what is the state of the British Labour Party? December 21, 2017 I’ve spoken in the past about my longtime membership of the Labour Party and my admiration for Tony Blair’s government. And just as often I have expressed disappointment with Labour’s current direction and with its current leadership, who have tried to force an unworkable brand of politics onto the party. Why am I still [...]
The Greatest Showman review: A musical airbrushing of the sordid history of the freak show December 21, 2017 Like a circus-themed, two-hour long Adele video with original-Jumanji-era CGI elephants and lions, The Greatest Showman is a whitewashing movie-musical about the life and trials of PT Barnum, originator of the big top and freak show, and infamous exploiter of hirsute women. Hugh Jackman stars, and does a decent and sincere enough job belting [...]
TAG in time for Christmas, don’t crack under pressure December 20, 2017 With gifting season upon us it’s time to start giving serious thought to the route you’re going to take. Giving the gift of time is incredibly personal and says a lot about the relationship you have with the recipient. Whether it’s between something rugged versus an elegant piece or even a contemporary smart watch, TAG [...]