Author: Blake Foster

The podcast host, ultramarathon runner, and reality TV star has turned motivational speaker for a spoken word anthem called Morning People. The track is a bold, synth-driven battle cry for better mornings, smarter sleep, and screen-savvy starts. From “check in with your breath” to “use your feet and “find your rhythm” Jamie delivers actionable advice designed to help a sleep-deprived nation build better habits. In a bid to help the nation “carpe the heck outta that diem,” the song comes with an animated lyric video full of dopamine-bright visuals, following an animated Jamie leaping into action. (Image: Joe Pepler/PinPep) The…

The message will come as part of a national test of the UK Emergency Alerts system by the government and mobile network operators. Emergency alerts is a UK government service that warns people when there’s a danger to life nearby. Gov.uk says: “In an emergency, your mobile phone or tablet will receive an alert with advice about how to stay safe.” Alerts will only be sent by emergency services, government departments, agencies and public bodies. How to avoid scams They will usually alert people to things like sever flooding, fires or extreme weather. Some people received emergency alerts from the UK and Scottish Governments back…

Taking place by the clocktower in the pedestrianised section of the Broadway, the event runs from 5pm to 10pm today (Friday, June 27). The Night Market is held on the last Friday of each month and offers a vibrant mix of activities, and the market is free to enter. You can get stuck in with an array of street food options, discover unique local artisan products, and enjoy a variety of craft beers and cocktails. All of this will be set to the backdrop of live music creating a lively and relaxed atmosphere perfect for unwinding. These events are organised by…

The store, located at 381 Croydon Road, will officially open its doors on Thursday, July 10, at 8am. The launch of the store will see a visit from Team GB’s Kate Shortman. (Image: Aldi) The launch will be marked by a visit from Team GB’s artistic swimming star and Olympic silver medallist Kate Shortman, who will help cut the ribbon. Besjana, the store manager, said: “We can’t wait to open the doors to the new store in Caterham. “It’s set to be a special day and having Olympic hero Kate Shortman join us will make it a morning to remember.” Kate…

Amid a summer of huge festival appearances, and an autumn tour of the US, the band have announced they will play the 1,500-capacity Electric Ballroom on July 17. It’s not the first time they have appeared at the venue, with one fan capturing a previous gig in 2022 when they released their self-titled debut album. Wet Leg play The Electric Ballroom in 2022. (Image: Wikimedia Commons) The band – made up of Rhian Teasdale, Hester Chambers, Ellis Durand (bass), Henry Holmes (drums) & Joshua Mobaraki (guitar, synth) – release their second album Moisturizer on July 11 and The Electric Ballroom date is an ‘outstore’…

‘Artisan gelato’ chain, Urban Chocolatier, has launched a new dine-in eatery in Kentish Town, serving sweet treats and refreshments until the early morning hours. Owners UC Franchising Ltd had applied to Camden Council for a licence to provide customers with a “fine range of desserts and ice creams” – but not alcohol – until 2am at the Kentish Town Road premises, and to cease operations at 2.30am. But neighbours and residents groups challenged this “outrageous” request, arguing that it would “make life worse for locals trying to sleep at night”. Caroline Hill, of Kentish Town Road Action, said: “We and…

At his trial prosecutor Sally Howes KC had said the father of four took out his “bad temper” on Zahra and bashed her head against a wall.   Jurors convicted Gholami of murder in a majority verdict of 10 to two and he was unanimously found guilty of child cruelty.  He has since appealed against the murder conviction.  Gholami’s case was that he came from from the shop and found his daughter already injured – his wife said she had fallen down the stairs.  Appeal judges dismissed his application, stating that there was no basis in his appeal for concluding that…

The racks on Billinton Hill were set to be removed on July 1, with commuters told to clear their bikes by 30 June, a move that drew heavy criticism for poor communication and lack of consultation. Although the closure has now been paused following mounting pressure from residents, a growing petition, and intervention by Croydon MPs Natasha Irons and Sarah Jones, Southern says it is still “considering improvements” to bike storage at the station. Addiscombe resident Chris Galpin, who launched the petition, told the Local Democracy Reporting Service (LDRS): “It shouldn’t have taken all this, but it is good to know…

The incident happened in Willesden Green station in Station Parade at 9pm yesterday (June 25). Officers and ambulance crews found two men – 20 and 21 – with stab wounds. They were taken to hospital in a critical condition. A 20-year-old woman reported breathing difficulties but refused medical attention. A third man, aged 20, was arrested on suspicion of attempted murder and remains in custody. He also received treatment for stab wounds deemed not to be life-threatening. There were initial concerns about a suspected chemical have been involved, but the incident is no longer being treated by police as chemcial…

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