Author: Blake Foster

With amazing pink and cream variegated foliage all year round, Nandina ‘Obsessed’ – Sacred Bamboo gives a bright flash of dazzling colour to borders or patio pots.   As an evergreen, it is invaluable in winter when there’s little colour around and this variegated variety has a sultry pink glow to its amazing foliage. A true multi-season feature plant, the tips of leaves turn deepest blood red all winter and spring as it gets colder, followed by green berries which turn sealing-wax red. Even if you’re not green fingered, it is really easy to grow – just plant it and…

The 8.8-magnitude earthquake hit the east coast of Russia on Wednesday (July 30), at 12.25am BST. It has caused tsunami waves in Japan and Alaska and prompted warnings for Hawaii, North and Central America and the Pacific islands south toward New Zealand. Following the tremor, fresh travel guidance has been issued for those heading to a number of countries. A magnitude 8.8 earthquake hit off Russia’s coast on Wednesday, tying for the sixth-largest quake ever. It’s the strongest since 2011’s magnitude 9.1 quake off Japan, which triggered a tsunami and Fukushima disaster.#Russia #Earthquake #Tsunami #DIU pic.twitter.com/5WxdGwDtG1 — IndiaToday (@IndiaToday) July 30, 2025 Russia earthquake sees…

As the issue of unpaid debts worsens, many London businesses are recognising the benefits of partnering with a debt collection agency in London who can help recover outstanding payments efficiently and professionally while preserving vital client relationships. A recent report highlighted that the majority of businesses are owed money yet still many are failing to act. London’s diverse economy is resilient, but it has not escaped the pressures of rising operational costs and economic uncertainty. Many businesses across the capital have reported an increase in clients delaying or avoiding payment, which affects their ability to operate effectively. Typical Industries feeling…

Day was only a member of Iron Maiden for a short time between 1975 and 1976, before being replaced by Dennis Wilcock, whose stint was also brief. Paul Di’Anno, who died last year, was later anointed as their frontman, performing on their first two records before Bruce Dickinson joined the fray. His former band, More, announced his death in a social media message published on July 29th. Paul Mario Day, the original singer of Iron Maiden, has passed away at the age of 69 after a battle with cancer. The British-born vocalist also fronted bands like More, Wildfire and Sweet,…

Brendan McMillan and his “beloved” dad Terry were named yesterday (July 29) as the victims of a quadruple stabbing in Long Lane on Monday (July 28). Police were called to a business on Long Lane around 1pm where Terry, 58 from Chislehurst, died at the scene. Three people were taken to hospital including 27-year-old Brendan, who later passed away. Images have now been shared of Brendan, after Old Colfeians Rugby Club in Blackheath paid tribute to the two. A tribute was paid for Brendan McMillan (Image: Old Colfeian Rugby Club/PA Wire) The club posted on Instagram saying: “Yesterday, Old Colfeians lost…

A consultation is currently under way on potential plans to build a new branch of the line from Gallions Reach, which if completed would stop at both Beckton Riverside and Thamesmead. Full funding for the project is yet to be secured, but transport bosses say they hope an agreement can be reached with the Government by autumn this year. Although only two new stations are currently planned, TfL has revealed that there could one day be a further extension of the line into Bexley. TfL has said that building an elevated station at Thamesmead, as proposed in its consultation, would…

The St Nicholas Centre in Sutton and Centrale and Whitgift in Croydon have both been named finalists for the Community Initiative of the Year (South) category in the 2025 South East Public and Town Centre Retail Excellence (SCEPTRE) Awards. The category recognises shopping centres that have gone beyond traditional retail by actively engaging with their communities by supporting local causes and delivering creative, inclusive, and impactful initiatives. The St Nicholas Centre, Centre Manager, Priya Kaur said: “With the cost of living rising, it became clear we had an opportunity to use the shopping centre as more than just a retail…

The band is known for hits ‘Cocoon’ and ‘Longshot’ will be visiting London as part of two landmark performances for the group. Catfish and the Bottlemen have two special shows booked for 2025, with a stadium show at Cardiff Principality Stadium in Wales and their second at Tottenham Hotspur. If you were lucky enough to get tickets to see Catfish and the Bottlemen at Tottenham Hotspur, check the support act, timings and more below. When are Catfish and the Bottlemen in London?  Catfish and the Bottlemen will be performing at Tottenham Stadium for one special night on Sunday, August 3. What…

Police were called to the incident at the park in Upton Lane just after 10.50am yesterday (July 29). At the scene, a man was found with stab injuries. The 33-year-old was taken to hospital with injuries that are not life-threatening and a knife has also been recovered. West Ham Park was closed following the attack as investigations took place. However the park has reopened today (July 30) as normal as of 7am. No arrests have been made at this time. A Metropolitan Police spokesperson said: “Police were called by the London Ambulance Service at 10.54hrs on Tuesday, 29 July to reports…

Robert English, 32, died on the evening of May 19 last year, after two police officers followed him into the station as they thought he may be unwell. He then began to walk down the railway in the dark. In a prevention of future deaths report, senior coroner for north London Andrew Walker noted that Mr English “may have been confused by the actions of the police” and ran to the platform, where officers tried to contain him, before leaving the platform. The local station manager then asked for the power supply to the track to be turned off. Officers…