Author: Blake Foster

A petition on change.org has called for the animals to be banned from Paddington Old Cemetery, in Willesden Lane, Kilburn, claiming dogs running off the lead “urinate and defecate” over graves. Brent Council says owners who allow their pets to foul there could be fined up to £1,000 and has asked the public for their views on a new rule ordering owners to keep their pets on leads. But dog walkers argue the “majority” are respectful of the space and that most of the waste is from wild foxes. Cordelia Uys with her dogs Dodo and Millie (Image: Cordelia Uys) Cordelia Uys, of Queen’s Park, has launched…

Abdul-Latif Pouget, 20, was found injured in Back Hill, Clerkenwell at around 9.30pm October 18. Police were initially called to reports of a moped crash, however they found that Abdul-Latif had also been stabbed. Abdul-Latif playing football (Image: Contributor) He was taken to hospital for treatment, but he died of his injuries three days after on October 21. His family are being supported by specialist officers. Abdul-Latif was a left-winger for Zaza FC who play in the Barnet Sunday Football League.  Abdul-Latif playing football (Image: Contributor) Club secretary Duygu Ozen told Newsquest London that Abdul-Latif, who played for the club since he…

In recent years, we have seen astronomical advancements in artificial intelligence (AI). One area where it is making waves is the creative industry. With AI models like GPT and DALL-E being able to create mind-blowing artwork with a simple prompt, creativity is bursting at our fingertips. But what does this mean for traditional artists and are we eradicating a whole work field for a computer? Source link

Deonte Mowatt-Slater was found seriously injured in Courtauld Road just before 12.15am today (October 22).  It is believed that the teenager was riding a motorbike and crashed into a lamppost. When he was examined by paramedics at the scene, a suspected knife injury was found. He was pronounced dead at the scene shortly after. Deonte’s family have been notified and are being supported by specialist officers. A post-mortem examination will be scheduled in due course. No arrests have been as police enquiries continue. A murder investigation has been launched led by Detective Chief Inspector Neil John who said: “We are…

More than 900 artworks on the back of an envelope will be on display at The National Brain Appeal’s A Letter In Mind exhibition this month. All are on sale for £85, with the identity of the artist only revealed at the end of the exhibition. Sixteen Crouch End, Islington and Muswell Hill artists have donated work which will be exhibited from October 29 to November 2 at Gallery Different in Fitzrovia, and online at shop.nationalbrainappeal.org. The theme for this year’s exhibition is The Wonder of Colour. (Image: A Letter in Mind) Funds raised will go to support projects at the National Hospital for Neurology and Neurosurgery…

A judge ruled that the council’s grounds for trying to cover up the 400-page dossier were “inarguable” and had “no realistic prospect of success”. But the cash-strapped authority – which was granted a £54m government bail-out and is currently proposing library closures due to budget shortfalls – refused to rule out spending even more taxpayers’ money taking its appeal to a higher court. “We are unable to comment further on this while we review our response and next steps,” a spokesperson said. In August, the Recorder won a three-year legal battle over access to the “internal self-assessment” dossier. It was compiled in 2021 and…

Ivy Tree, in South Street, first opened in August as part of a “soft launch” – but has only now held its opening ceremony.  The gastropub and lounge bar welcomed Romford MP Andrew Rosindell to the ceremony on Friday (October 18). Owner Remzi Erdogan with Romford MP Andrew Rosindell (Image: Remzi Erdogan) Guests got to sample some Ivy Tree cocktails, as well as try some of the spread of food from its menu. Dancers also attended the event, including a performer on stilts and two with disco ball helmets.  In a speech before cutting the ribbon, Mr Rosindell praised the staff…

Yasser Dennoune, of Thornton Heath, was found guilty of four counts of theft from unsuspecting patrons of licenced premises in the City of London, by stealing their bags and removing valuable items. The 25-year-old was also convicted of fraud after making purchases on a stolen bank card. Westminster Magistrates’ Court handed Dennoune a Criminal Behaviour Order (CBO), banning him from entering the City of London for five years. If he breaches his CBO, he could face further jail time. Detective Sergeant Helen Bentley, City of London Police, said: “A banning order helps us to protect businesses and communities from various…

In a document seen by the Recorder, the RSPB has outlined some proposed closures at its Rainham Marshes site – intended to “deliver savings”. The RSPB said in the document that “significant financial challenges”, including the cost-of-living crisis, have resulted in “the long-term financial sustainability of the organisation being at risk”. The proposals include the closure of Rainham Marshes’ “retail facilities” and “food and beverage facilities”, as well as the scrapping of its education programme Schools on Reserves. Both the cafe and shop facilities are “anticipated” to shut in the new year, “if the proposal goes ahead”. A spokesperson for the charity previously confirmed…

Abdul-Latif Pouget, 20, was found injured in Back Hill, Clerkenwell at around 9.30pm October 18. Police were initially called to reports of a moped crash, however they found that Abdul-Latif had also been stabbed. Abdul-Latif with teammates and chairman on their way to a game. (Image: Contributor) He was taken to hospital for treatment, but he died of his injuries three days after on October 21. His family are being supported by specialist officers. Abdul-Latif was a left-winger for Zaza FC who play in the Barnet Sunday Football League.  Abdul-Latif with teammates (Image: Contributor) Club secretary Duygu Ozen told Newsquest London that…