Kids' Parties: The Social Cure for Modern Society
As society grows more isolated, children's birthday parties offer a vital chance to forge real-world connections, despite the chaos and sugar-fuelled mayhem. Discover why these events are essential.
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Tech Leader Russ Shaw Calls for Aggressive UK Investment
Russ Shaw CBE, founder of Tech London Advocates, urges the UK tech sector to move beyond survival mode and invest in talent and infrastructure to scale globally. Exclusive interview insights.
London Bakery Shapes Next Generation of Chefs
Legendary London bakery Dusty Knuckle is transforming young lives in Haringey through a pizza-making course. Discover how 11 teens gained skills and confidence for future careers.
Gen Z Leadership: Less Control, More Clarity
EDHEC's Genevieve Houriet Segard reveals what Gen Z expects from a good boss: transparency, trust, and purpose. Learn how to manage young professionals effectively.
Podcast: Is AI Making Us Stupid?
A new podcast explores whether AI tools like ChatGPT are eroding human intelligence. Listen to the debate on the future of thinking and problem-solving.
New Policy Centre to Future-Proof UK Manufacturing
A new independent Policy Centre has launched to give 325,000+ UK manufacturing and engineering SMEs a unified voice in government, aiming to future-proof this vital sector.
6 Lost Car Maintenance Skills from the 60s & 70s
Discover the 6 essential car maintenance skills most drivers possessed in the 60s and 70s that are now largely forgotten. How many do you know?
The Surprising Power of Small Talk
Discover why small talk is an essential social tool for building rapport and a gateway to deeper conversations. Learn expert tips to master this underestimated skill.
Kids' skincare: Why 4-year-olds want face masks
Shocking rise of beauty products for children as young as four. Discover the societal pressures driving this trend and what experts say about its impact on young girls.
Housing crisis deepens as building costs soar
England's housebuilding crisis worsens as developers face 'jaws of death' between rising costs and stagnant prices. Can the government's 1.5 million homes target be saved?
Princess of Wales Speaks on Childhood at London Summit
Princess Catherine makes first public speech since cancer recovery at Future Workforce Summit, advocating for children's rights and nurturing environments in modern Britain.
Housebuilding in England falls to 9-year low
England's housebuilding slumps to a 9-year low as developers warn of a 'perfect storm' of rising costs and regulations. Can the government's 'Build, baby, build' ambition survive?
New 1,300-home neighbourhood planned for Dagenham
Plans to transform Crowlands Heath Golf Course in Dagenham into a 1,300-home neighbourhood with 60% social rent progress. Could this tackle the borough's housing crisis?
Elliot Daly back for England vs Argentina
Veteran England back Elliot Daly is set for his first competitive match since injury, primed to exploit new aerial laws against Argentina. Discover how his high-ball expertise could be decisive.
London's affordable housing figures face 'trench digging' probe
Sadiq Khan urged to investigate claims GLA officials told developers to dig trenches to artificially boost affordable housing start numbers. Read the full story.
Birmingham City's 62,000-seat stadium plans
Birmingham City FC unveils plans for a new 62,000-capacity stadium with a retractable roof and 12 chimneys, set to be the UK's 8th largest. A landmark for the city's ambition.
Massive NT Solar Farm for AI Power Faces Environmental Scrutiny
SunCable's proposed 50,000ha solar development in the Barkly region could power AI data centres but faces concerns over bilby habitat destruction and local energy justice. Read more.
Woolwich housing expansion sparks temple concerns
Greenwich Council approves 75 additional homes in Woolwich development. Local Sikh temple raises fire safety and noise complaint fears. Read the latest community impact analysis.
Wimbledon expansion faces new legal challenge
Wimbledon's plans to build 39 new grass courts hit a major hurdle as residents win the right to a judicial review. Discover the latest in this David vs Goliath planning battle.
Earl's Court 4,000-home development set for approval
Hammersmith and Fulham Council recommended to approve first phase of £10bn Earl's Court regeneration, delivering 4,000 homes and 12,000 jobs in West London.
Arsenal's Visit Rwanda sponsorship ends after backlash
Arsenal FC confirms its controversial £10m-a-year sponsorship with Visit Rwanda will terminate in June 2025 following criticism over Rwanda's alleged support for M23 militia.
245 new homes planned for Tower Hamlets site
Planning permission granted for two new tower blocks with 245 homes in Spitalfields, London's most gentrified area. The development includes social rent homes amid ongoing community concerns.
21,000-home Enfield Green Belt plan faces local fury
Plans for a new town with 21,000 homes on protected Green Belt land in North London's Enfield face staunch opposition from locals and conservation groups. Discover the debate.
Princess of Wales Urges Business Leaders on Early Years
The Princess of Wales delivered a powerful speech urging businesses to invest in early childhood development, highlighting the £45.5bn national benefit and the critical role of human skills in an AI age.
63 New Flats for Former Catford Police Station
Plans to convert the former Catford Police Station into 63 affordable homes have been recommended for approval. The development promises social rent and intermediate rent flats in Lewisham.
Bayes Executive MBA Helps Banker Reinvent Career
Discover how Isaac Phang's Executive MBA at Bayes Business School propelled him from Associate Director to Regional COO at HSBC while balancing family life. Learn how this transformation happened.
Balancing Motherhood and an Executive MBA: Student Guide
Executive MBA student Rachel Knox shares her inspiring journey of balancing postgraduate studies at Bayes with pregnancy and motherhood. Discover her 7 key strategies for success.
Bhutan PM: West must cut emissions for happiness
Bhutan's Prime Minister reveals how his carbon-negative nation prioritises wellbeing over GDP and calls on wealthy western countries to fulfil their climate obligations.
Vacant West London office to become 45-bed care home
A vacant 1980s office building in Hammersmith is set to be refurbished into a 45-bed care home after receiving unanimous planning approval. Read about the new facility for older people.
Camden's Euston plan: 2500 homes and £41bn boost
Camden Council unveils a 'once-in-century' plan to transform Euston with 2,500 new homes, 34,000 jobs, and a £41 billion economic boost by 2053. Discover the vision.
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