A barber claims he has been forced to completely change his appearance – after people repeatedly made him feel like a TERRORIST. John Essien, 37, who is black British, said he noticed people whispering about him and refusing to sit next to him on public transport. On one occasion while on the tube, he said people even fled the carriage he was in when his hairdressing clippers started vibrating in his bag. To try and stop the cruel behaviour, he...
A derelict terrace home which has been swamped by overgrown trees sold at auction today for a staggering £554,000 The three-bed property dubbed The Tree House is in an appalling condition after being neglected for years. But this didn't stop almost 100 people queuing up to view the home on Ruthin Road in Blackheath, London, during an open day over the weekend. It was offered by Savills Auctions today with a guide price of £450,000 - and three people battled...
Young Brits are turning to alcohol to deal with mental health issues, with a third saying they drink alcohol when they are feeling down. New research has revealed men are likely to reach for a bottle compared to women when times get tough, with younger people more inclined to rely on vices such as booze rather than reliable fixes such as sleep, exercise and quality time with friends and family. Those aged 55 and over are more likely to stick to healthier methods...
Just ahead of their new album release, Chicago punk giants Rise Against can today announce a TINY London headline show at The Garage on June 2nd. The band will be releasing their hugely anticipated, brand new studio album 'Wolves' on June 9th through Virgin Records. All fans who pre-order the album from the Rise Against official store will get exclusive pre-sale access to tickets, with general on-sale starting on Friday 12th May. 'Wolves' is the follow up to 2014’s 'The Black Market',...
This week has seen the French political landscape change significantly on two fronts. Emmanuel Macron was elected the youngest President ever as head of a new party that exists outside of the dominant Parti socialiste on the left and Les Républicains on the right, an achievement that would have been considered impossible in a normal political environment. But these ain't normal times. The early years of the 21st century have been characterised by vast amounts of change which has been amplified by digital technology...
By Courtney Greatrex A disabled mum in a wheelchair has blasted bosses at under fire Southern Rail after staff allegedly refused to help her board a train because they were running late. Rebecca Bartholomew, 37, said a ticket inspector would not help because the service was three minutes behind schedule. The mum of one was left stranded on the platform as the train pulled away and she missed a hospital appointment. She claimed the inspector told her it was "Southern...
If you’re seeking somewhere to settle down and raise a family, or simply looking to get away from the busy hustle and bustle of central London, you may have considered moving to Richmond. Not only has this tranquil borough been ranked London’s happiest area, it also boasts a wide range of amenities and attractions, along with some excellent transport links into the city centre. Restaurants and bars Richmond is home to some top rated London restaurants, with prices to suit...
With a continuous rise in restaurants serving exciting meat-free food, heightened awareness of animal welfare and health-conscious dieting, it’s unsurprising that vegetarianism, veganism and flexitarianism (semi-vegetarian) are on the rise. In fact, since Linda McCartney introduced her range of vegetarian dishes over 25 years ago, the number of vegetarians in Britain has more than doubled – launched as an attempt to save vegetarians from a bleak future of eating unexciting food. Research in 2016 also showed that 12 per cent...
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