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Sadiq Khan eyes London bid for 2040 Olympics
Sadiq Khan eyes London bid for 2040 Olympics
Even before the first race is run at the 2024 Paris Olympics and Paralympics, discussions have already begun about London potentially hosting the Games once again—this time in 2040.
Read More... Mohamed Salah signs new Liverpool contract until 2027
Mohamed Salah signs new Liverpool contract until 2027
Mohamed Salah has put an end to speculation about his future by signing a new contract with Liverpool FC, extending his stay at Anfield until 2027.
Read More... Premier League clubs unite in completing Antisemitism awareness training
Premier League clubs unite in completing Antisemitism awareness training
Every club in the Premier League has now taken part in antisemitism awareness workshops, marking a major milestone in efforts to tackle anti-Jewish racism in football.
Read More... UK set to host 2035 Women's World Cup as sole valid bidder
UK set to host 2035 Women's World Cup as sole valid bidder
The United Kingdom is poised to host the 2035 FIFA Women's World Cup after emerging as the only "valid" bidder for the tournament, FIFA president Gianni Infantino has confirmed.
Read More... £100 million boost to transform local sports facilities across the UK
£100 million boost to transform local sports facilities across the UK
Communities across the UK are set to benefit from a major £100 million government investment aimed at upgrading local grassroots sports facilities.
Read More... Manchester United to build £2 billion stadium, aiming for the best in the world
Manchester United to build £2 billion stadium, aiming for the best in the world
Manchester United have announced plans to construct a new £2 billion (S$3.44 billion) stadium next to Old Trafford, with a vision of creating the “world’s greatest football stadium.”
Read More... London Lions unveil plans for world-class basketball arena with mayor’s backing
London Lions unveil plans for world-class basketball arena with mayor’s backing
The London Lions have announced ambitious plans to construct a state-of-the-art basketball arena, marking a significant step in the sport’s growth within the capital. The project has received
Read More... Liverpool extend League lead to 16 points; Forest stun Man City
Liverpool extend League lead to 16 points; Forest stun Man City
Liverpool took another step towards the Premier League title with a commanding 3-1 win over bottom-placed Southampton on Saturday. Mohamed Salah netted twice, while Darwin Nunez also
Read More... Newcastle United sees 28% revenue surge as losses drop significantly in 2023-24 season
Newcastle United sees 28% revenue surge as losses drop significantly in 2023-24 season
Newcastle United has reported a significant financial upturn, with revenue climbing to £320 million ($406.88 million) for the financial year ending June 2024—a 28% increase from £250 million
Read More... Victor Lindelof considering Summer exit as Ruben Amorim plans ruthless Manchester United overhaul
Victor Lindelof considering Summer exit as Ruben Amorim plans ruthless Manchester United overhaul
Victor Lindelof is reportedly eyeing a summer departure from Manchester United, potentially ending his eight-year tenure at Old Trafford. The Swedish defender, who joined the club in 2017
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Government expands school improvement programme to over 200 schools
Thousands more children are set to benefit from the government's major school improvement initiative as the RISE (Regional Improvement for Standards and Excellence) programmeRead More... -
University of Oxford leads UK in building repair investment
The University of Oxford has been ranked the top university in the UK for investment in building repairs and remediation, according to a new national report.Read More... -
Dad threatens to move son over school’s silent corridor policy
A father has decided to move his son to a new school after Southchurch High School in Southend-on-Sea introduced strict "silent transitions" between lessons, with one-hour same-dayRead More... -
AI could save workers 122 hours a year, says Google
Google says UK workers could save over 120 hours a year on administrative tasks by using AI—unlocking a potential £400 billion ($533 billion) economic boost if the workforce is properlyRead More... -
Oxford University announces 2025 honorary degree recipients
Oxford University has named nine distinguished individuals who will receive honorary degrees during the annual Encaenia ceremony on Wednesday, 25 June 2025.Read More... -
Free breakfast clubs launch nationwide, saving families up to £8,000
Starting today, thousands of children across the UK will benefit from free breakfast clubs as 750 schools open their doors early, delivering on a key government promise to supportRead More... -
Seagull shuts down Oxford University building after dropping rock on roof
A building at the University of Oxford has been closed for nearly a week after an unusual incident involving a seagull repeatedly dropping a rock onto a glass roof, eventually cracking it.Read More... -
National Primary Offer Day 2025: nearly 98% of London children offered a preferred school place
On National Primary Offer Day 2025, new data from the Pan-London Admissions Board shows that 97.9% of children set to start primary school in London this September have secured a spotRead More... -
Mubadala to invest $600 million in Nord Anglia Education stake
Abu Dhabi’s Mubadala Investment Company has announced plans to acquire a $600 million minority stake in Nord Anglia Education, a UK-based operator of premium private schools.Read More... -
£302 million boost to repair and upgrade college buildings across England
Further education (FE) colleges in England are set to receive a share of £302 million to repair and improve their buildings, tackling issues like leaking roofs and broken windows.Read More...
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Nigel Farage and Reform UK face crucial test in local elections
Reform UK leader Nigel Farage is facing a major test in the UK’s local elections this Wednesday, as his party attempts to capitalize on growing support and position itself as a seriousRead More... -
Chancellor Rachel Reeves under investigation over gifted theatre tickets
Chancellor Rachel Reeves is under investigation by Parliament's standards commissioner concerning her entries in the Commons register of interests.Read More... -
Families to gain more choice in home heating upgrades
Families across the UK could soon have greater flexibility when upgrading their home heating systems, thanks to new government proposals aimed at boosting green energy and loweringRead More... -
UK to introduce crypto regulation in line with U.S. approach
The UK government announced plans to bring cryptocurrencies under formal financial regulation, aligning more closely with the United States rather than the European Union. Finance MinisterRead More... -
Sterling heads for strongest monthly gain since late 2023
The British pound held steady on Monday, poised to post its strongest monthly gain against the U.S. dollar since November 2023. The move reflects broad investor retreat from U.S. assetsRead More...
Culture
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British Library set for £1.1 billion expansion
The British Library, the largest in the UK, is set for a major transformation with a £1.1 billion expansion project now approved.Read More... -
Export bars placed on two 18th century Agostino Brunias paintings
Two paintings by the 18th-century Italian artist Agostino Brunias, both depicting scenes from the Caribbean island of St Vincent, have been placed under temporary export bars to give UKRead More... -
Pope recognizes Antoni Gaudí's "heroic virtues," puts him on path to sainthood
The Vatican has taken a significant step toward making renowned Spanish architect Antoni Gaudí a saint, officially recognizing his "heroic virtues." Often referred to as "God's architect,"Read More... -
Britain’s oldest Indian restaurant faces closure amid Central London lease dispute
Veeraswamy, the UK's oldest Indian restaurant, is facing the threat of closure just before reaching its centenary, due to a lease disagreement with the Crown Estate.Read More... -
Communities invited to nominate beloved UK traditions for National Heritage List
This summer, communities across the UK will be able to nominate their favourite traditions—from iconic celebrations like Notting Hill Carnival and Hogmanay to time-honoured crafts likeRead More... -
£20m museum renewal fund opens for England’s civic museums
Civic museums across England can now apply for a share of the new £20 million Museum Renewal Fund, aimed at boosting access to collections, enhancing educational programmes, andRead More... -
The underrated UK city that was England’s first capital — 1,000 years before London
Tucked away in Essex lies a city that predates London as England's capital by over a millennium. Rich in Roman and medieval history, Colchester only officially became a city in 2022 as part ofRead More... -
Universal Studios to open first UK theme park in Bedford by 2031, creating 28,000 jobs
The UK is officially getting its first Universal Studios theme park, with a grand opening set for 2031. The landmark project, backed by the UK government, is expected to bring in a staggeringRead More... -
MI5 lifts the veil on 115 years of secrets in new exhibition
For the first time in its 115-year history, MI5 is pulling back the curtain on its shadowy past. A new exhibition at the National Archives in London, MI5: Official Secrets, offers the public anRead More... -
Tourist tax could help revive London’s arts and culture scene
A growing number of voices are calling on the government to allow London to introduce a tourist tax, similar to those already in place in many popular European cities. The Centre for LondonRead More... -
£1bn Chinese ceramics gift to British Museum approved
The Charity Commission has officially approved the largest donation in the British Museum’s history—a collection of Chinese ceramics valued at around £1 billion.Read More... -
UK to return Nazi-looted painting to Jewish family
A 17th-century painting stolen by the Nazis in 1940 from a Jewish art collector in Belgium is set to be returned to the collector’s descendants, the British government announced on Saturday,Read More... -
Queen Camilla launches new Reading Medal to celebrate literary champions
Queen Camilla has unveiled The Queen’s Reading Room Medal, a new honor recognizing individuals who have made significant contributions to promoting books, reading, and literature in theirRead More...
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The interior design did not become my lifework overnight. I used to create coziness and a “royal lifestyle” to my friends and workmates; I used to consult a lot that later resulted in something more than just an interior design.
Corr.: - Dear Lydia, You are well-known not only in Moscow, but also in Europe due to unique interior design compositions created by you. Please tell us about you, about the beginning of your creative development in the world of design.
L.D.: - The interior design did not become my lifework overnight. I used to create coziness and a “royal lifestyle” to my friends and workmates; I used to consult a lot that later resulted in something more than just an interior design. It was a change in conscience, ways and lifestyle. So, later I made up my mind to run my own business, and on graduating from Design Craftsmanship School in Manchester I started to create interior compositions myself (photo by tommerton2010).
Corr.: - Your customers are very likely to get interested in the English interior style, aren’t they?
L.D.: - Not at all. Most clients would like the design of their houses, country estates and apartments to create a unique coziness. It’s also important that the interior not feed up, but include such elements that one will be able to look on differently. I can judge by my experience that the classical style is the most popular with clients as of today. A classical interior with elements of English design is always in style, it creates a unique air of coziness and stimulates a person to do the honors of the house. What is a British home? The more bathrooms and bedrooms it has, the stronger necessity for inviting guests a person feels.
L.D.: - The interior design did not become my lifework overnight. I used to create coziness and a “royal lifestyle” to my friends and workmates; I used to consult a lot that later resulted in something more than just an interior design. It was a change in conscience, ways and lifestyle. So, later I made up my mind to run my own business, and on graduating from Design Craftsmanship School in Manchester I started to create interior compositions myself (photo by tommerton2010).
Corr.: - Your customers are very likely to get interested in the English interior style, aren’t they?
L.D.: - Not at all. Most clients would like the design of their houses, country estates and apartments to create a unique coziness. It’s also important that the interior not feed up, but include such elements that one will be able to look on differently. I can judge by my experience that the classical style is the most popular with clients as of today. A classical interior with elements of English design is always in style, it creates a unique air of coziness and stimulates a person to do the honors of the house. What is a British home? The more bathrooms and bedrooms it has, the stronger necessity for inviting guests a person feels.
HOUSTON – Jackson Walker proudly welcomes Shawn R. O'Brien to its Houston office as a tax partner.
Mr. O'Brien advises clients in all types of federal and state tax issues. Mr. O'Brien regularly represents clients in civil and criminal tax controversies and litigation.
Spanish public television showed dramatic images of screaming spectators, including children, frantically trying to avoid the animal after it hurdled a security barrier that surrounds the arena as well as a fence and clambered into the crowded stands.
The incident occurred on Wednesday evening in the bullring in the town of Tafalla, in the Navarra region.
Some 30 people were injured, the local Diario de Navarra newspaper said.
Brussels, August 7th 2009
One year after the August War, the Georgian agression under leadership of President Mikhail Saakashvili in the beginning of August 2008 against the South Ossetian people, it is clear that what happened cannot be forgotten. In memory of the victims a round table conference was held in four cities: Tskhinvali, where the largest battle of the war was, Moscow, Vladikavkaz, the capital city of the Republic of North-Ossetia and Brussels, the European capital.
One year after the August War, the Georgian agression under leadership of President Mikhail Saakashvili in the beginning of August 2008 against the South Ossetian people, it is clear that what happened cannot be forgotten. In memory of the victims a round table conference was held in four cities: Tskhinvali, where the largest battle of the war was, Moscow, Vladikavkaz, the capital city of the Republic of North-Ossetia and Brussels, the European capital.