Author: Blake Foster

Known for its laid-back atmosphere, casual dress code, and frequent social events, the club was the last place anyone expected to see controversy. Yet, concerns began to arise when the head coach repeatedly missed junior group sessions and cancelled lessons at the last minute.  Upon being approached by club management, he cited hospital appointments for serious physical health issues as the reason for his absences. In the past, the club had even allowed him to return to his home country to seek support for mental health struggles.  He returned, claiming he had recovered, and while health issues weren’t unexpected, his…

Nestled in the heart of London, this delightful pocket of the city feels like a world apart, with its picturesque streets and warm, inviting atmosphere. My recent holiday-at-home in Marylebone left me both relaxed and rejuvenated, with enough Christmas cheer to last through the season. (Image: Marylebone Village) I spent 24 hours in the village from Saturday to Sunday mid-afternoon, and in addition to feeling like I was on a festive trip away with all the beautiful lights, I did some shopping, beautifying, eating, drinking and more. The cherry on top? A luxurious stay at The Marylebone Hotel, which added…

Located within the hotel’s decadent Crystal Moon Lounge, this experience lets you take afternoon tea underneath a huge chandelier surrounded with gold decorations, whilst you listen to a pianist play festive Christmas tunes. I’ve tried so many afternoon teas in London this year, but something about the one at The Corinthia just felt that extra special. this experience lets you take afternoon tea underneath a huge chandelier surrounded with gold decorations. (Image: Emily Davison) We first began the experience with a glass of fizz to add a little extra festive cheer to such a special outing, before selecting our teas.…

The woman had her wallet and phone stolen while she was shopping in Sainsbury’s in Kiln Lane on October 16. The victim later discovered £750 had been withdrawn from her bank account. Surrey Police have released an image of two men they are keen to identify, believing they may have information about the incident. Officers are urging anyone who recognises the men or has information that could aid their investigation to contact them via direct message on Facebook.     Source link

  The tree has been an annual gift from Norway since King Haakon Vllto made the first offering in 1947 to show Norway’s gratitude for the UK’s dedicated support during World War Two. In the present day, the tree is felled in November in a ceremony that the Lord Mayor of Westminster, the British ambassador to Norway, and the Mayor of Oslo all attend.   This year the Christmassy contribution was transported by sea and electric truck, with environmental protection as a priority during the journey. The tree was around 57 years old and came from the Forest of Grefsenkleiva…

Last night (December 1) saw BBC Radio 1 presenter Dean McCullough leave the jungle, following Loose Women star Jane Moore’s exit on Friday night (November 29). During his exit interview with presenters Ant and Dec on ITV1 on Sunday night, Dean said: “It’s absolutely nuts, I still can’t believe I’m here. “I have really soaked up this whole experience, all the trials, the things I’ve faced, and got stuck in at camp, done a bit of everything, and I really, really, really enjoyed it. Smiling from ear to ear, our boy ‘Hou-Dean-i’ has big plans now he’s left the Jungle! ???? #ImACeleb pic.twitter.com/sxayAFuHrw — I’m…

Isabelle Lindsay-Nandra, known as Bella, was last seen leaving school at 3.30pm on November 26. It is believed that the 12-year-old caught a bus to Woolwich and then travelled to King George V DLR station, arriving at 10pm. Police are still searching for 12-year old Isabelle, known as Bella.Bella was last seen in Bexleyheath at 15:30hrs on 26 November when she left school.Anyone with information about Bella’s whereabouts should contact police quoting 01/1130151/24https://t.co/PUf5EYpn7L pic.twitter.com/ouTnKmBgND — Bexley MPS (@MPSBexley) December 1, 2024 Officers say she has been missing before but never for this period of time. She may be in the…

Trafalgar Square itself has a rich history intertwined with Indian diaspora and British India, marking it as a site of cultural celebration but also so much more.  In the early 20th century, Trafalgar Square became a gathering point for Indians in the UK who fought for independence from British rule, seeing numerous protests, speeches and gatherings.  Again,this continued during the 1970s and 1980s, as racial tensions rose in the UK, it became a rallying point once again to advocate for equal rights and cultural pride.  Finally, just around the corner, in Parliament Square, stands tall a statue of Mahatma Gandhi…

Hundreds gathered at the site of Elianne’s passing to commemorate her life. Her cousin, Rev. Denzil Larbil, addressed the crowd, calling for an end to knife violence. Her mother, Dorcas Andam, thanked everyone for coming and unveiled a new mural. She expressed her wish for people to remember Elianne as “the person she was and that she lived a happy life, rather than how she died.” A mural designed by Alec Saunders, a street artist professionally known as ALECLDN, depicts Elianne and has been placed at the bus stop outside Croydon’s Whitgift Centre. Saunders was approached by the Andam family…

Sam Phillips, 28, of Hillcroome Road, has pleaded guilty to sexual offences against six vulnerable children.  He had manipulated the children online, sending them money in exchange for indecent images of themselves.  Phillips was a teacher at Belmont Preparatory School in Mill Hill, north London, from September 2017 to March 2021.  His offending took place between December 2023 and February this year, after he had left the school.  Chief Superintendent Sara Leach said: “Phillips is a predator of the worst kind, preying on innocent, vulnerable children for his own gratification.  “The scale of his offending is both appalling and heartbreaking,…