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John Irving's Queen Esther Disappoints

Acclaimed author John Irving returns with Queen Esther, but this long-awaited companion novel to The Cider House Rules disappoints with convoluted plotting and uncharacteristic flaws.

JPMorgan banker Voci joins Houlihan Lokey

Senior dealmaker Nick Voci makes high-profile switch from JPMorgan to global investment bank Houlihan Lokey, strengthening their European financial institutions coverage in London.

Banking Blacklist: £90K Game Earnings Rejected

A British developer reveals how mainstream financial institutions are refusing to handle his legitimate £90,000 earnings from adult-themed video games, sparking debate about digital age discrimination.

West London bank branches closing: Full list

Multiple high street banks including Lloyds, Santander and Barclays are permanently closing branches across West London, leaving residents and businesses concerned about access to essential banking services.

Beloved BBC Drama Makes Triumphant TV Return

Critics and fans alike are celebrating the spectacular comeback of the cherished BBC series, praising its sparkling new season that proves some stories only get better with time.

Global Wealth Race: Which Financial Hub Dominates?

London battles New York and Asian rivals in the high-stakes competition for the world's wealthiest individuals. Discover which financial centres are gaining ground and what this means for global finance.

Bank shares jump despite motor finance scandal fears

Despite mounting concerns over a potential £16bn motor finance mis-selling scandal and fraud allegations reminiscent of Madoff, London's banking shares demonstrate remarkable resilience with significant gains across the sector.

Florence + Machine's 'Everybody Scream' Review

Florence Welch returns with her most ambitious work yet - 'Everybody Scream' masterfully balances raw emotional intensity with moments of profound tranquillity in a career-defining album.

Monzo hires new CEO ahead of stock market float

Digital banking challenger Monzo names former Visa executive TS Anil as new CEO, positioning the fintech giant for potential £4 billion London stock market listing in major industry shakeup.

SocGen Fixed Income Shines as Equities Fade

French banking giant Société Générale reports resilient Q2 performance as fixed income trading surges 16.7%, offsetting declines in equities amid fading market volatility.

Moelis boosts pay 20% as dealmaking fees surge

Wall Street investment bank Moelis & Company has dramatically increased compensation packages following a significant jump in dealmaking revenues, signalling strong recovery in the mergers and acquisitions market.

Jimmy Carr's Period Drama Sparks Outrage

Comedian Jimmy Carr's unexpected casting in a lavish new period drama has divided audiences, with the show's provocative title and content generating both controversy and buzz ahead of its release.

Private Credit Chiefs Escalate War of Words with Banks

Top private credit executives escalate their battle with mainstream banks, claiming superior lending models and dismissing banking sector criticisms as outdated rhetoric in this exclusive City A.M. investigation.

The Line of Beauty: Almeida's Haunting Triumph

Jack Holden's stunning stage adaptation of Alan Hollinghurst's Booker Prize-winning novel delivers a powerful exploration of desire, politics and the AIDS crisis in Thatcher's Britain.

Gary Oldman's Spy Thriller: TV's Finest Hour

Gary Oldman delivers a career-defining performance in a new espionage thriller that critics are calling the most exceptional television event of the year, blending Cold War tension with breathtaking drama.

European banks miss out as Wall Street deal boom returns

As US investment banks celebrate resurgent 'animal spirits' and soaring profits from revived M&A and IPOs, their European counterparts watch from the sidelines, missing out on the lucrative post-pandemic deal frenzy.

UBS wealth unit gathers $38bn in Q3 surge

UBS's global wealth management arm demonstrates remarkable resilience, pulling in $38 billion in net new funds during Q3 while navigating significant outflows from its Swiss bank integration.

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