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In London, Vouchers Take the Risk Out of Giving Theater Tickets

Worried you might buy the wrong production? On the wrong date? The Society of London Theatre has a solution.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - November 12

Thousands of farmers protest against inheritance tax changes

There has been outcry from many farmers after changes to inheritance tax for farms announced in the Budget.

More toilets will take 'worry' out of London travel

Billie Nicholls, who has ulcerative colitis, says some people don't have the luxury of waiting.

'My £750 vouchers are useless after restaurant closure'

Customers are told their vouchers are non-transferrable and to contact their banks.

N.Y.C. Housing Voucher Program Is ‘Plagued With Problems,’ Audit Says

Thomas DiNapoli, the New York State comptroller, found that management lapses had caused delays for people who needed permanent housing.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 31

Getting to Know ‘Black London’

Nigerian cuisine with a twist, live reggae and a bustling market: Here’s where — and how — to experience the British capital’s vibrant and multifaceted Black communities.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - Yesterday

A London Shop Full of Tassels and Trimmings

V V Rouleaux’s handmade creations have appeared in “Bridgerton” and Harry Potter films.

Lifestyle - The New York Times - October 25

Power and antiquity collide in the City of London

The financial district’s new lord mayor sees himself as ‘cheerleader-in-chief’ for the sector

World - Financial Times - 10 hours ago

Wakefield replace London in Super League for 2025

Wakefield Trinity to replace London Broncos in 2025 Super League after receiving Grade A status in the restructure of the sport.

Remembrance display to light up Tower of London

The show, held over nine days, is in remembrance of those who lost their lives in both world wars.

Endangered parrots Lily and Margot escape from London Zoo

Blue-throated macaws Lily and Margot took flight on Monday and have not been seen since.

Late-night London struggles to keep the lights off

Noise complaints, costly overheads and restrictive permit laws take their toll on the capital’s after-hours economy

World - Financial Times - October 25

London’s endangered language communities to be mapped in new project

London may be second only to New York in the number of at-risk languages spoken. Life in London has been mapped according to its health, wealth, land ownership, politics and transport at key points ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

Thousands of Tommy Robinson supporters gather in central London

Anti-racism counter-protesters and Justice for Chris Kaba campaigners also take to capital’s streets. Thousands of Tommy Robinson supporters have gathered in central London for a protest which the ...

World - The Guardian - October 26

The 'grate cheese robbery': $400K of cheddar stolen in London

British chef Jamie Oliver is on the case of the stolen cheddar.

Obsessed with: unearthing London’s best autumn-truffle dishes

It isn’t hard to sniff out the delicacy in the capital’s restaurants right now. But here are six places that take it to the next level

World - Financial Times - November 5

Six of the hottest tickets for the London Jazz Festival

Pat Metheny opens a heavyweight bill, plus sets from Keyon Harrold and Kenny Barron

World - Financial Times - November 5

How ‘Blitz’ Recreates War-Torn London

Steve McQueen’s latest film, set in 1940 during Germany’s bombardment of the British capital, draws extensively from contemporary photos, and much of it was shot outside London.

Top stories - The New York Times - November 5

American voters in London pitch competing visions of US

More than 4,000 miles from home, small groups of Democratic and Republican voters in the British capital gathered within 2 miles of each other to witness what both sides have framed as one of -- if ...

Chelsea, Arsenal draw in lively London derby

Chelsea and Arsenal shared the spoils in a tense and at times bruising 1-1 battle on Sunday, keeping the London sides level in the Premier League.

Sports - ESPN - November 10

London bus crashes are the result of an unsafe model

Individual tragedies indicate a systemic problem that Whitehall needs to look at fast

Business - Financial Times - 6 days ago

'London-style' bus services promised for England with £1bn boost

The Department for Transport says funding will be allocated based on levels of deprivation and population.

London becomes Emerald City for Wicked premiere

Ariana Grande, Cynthia Erivo and Jeff Goldbum were among those to brave the rainy weather for the premiere.

Thousands of farmers protest in London against tax changes

Union leader tells rally inheritance tax reforms are ‘kick in the teeth’ for the struggling sector

World - Financial Times - 2 days ago

Tokyo Metro brought in to run London’s Elizabeth Line

Japanese subway operator is part of consortium that will take over from Hong Kong’s MTR

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

London drives surge in UK rental costs

Rents soar in October on back of high demand and pre-Budget landlord sales

World - Financial Times - Yesterday

Taking Time

Daylight saving time ends tomorrow. How will you make use of the extra hour?

World - The New York Times - November 2

Chris Kaba verdict has left people traumatised, black community leaders say

Community leaders say London's black communities are traumatised over the Chris Kaba court case.

Aware Super and Delancey to invest up to £1bn in London’s office sector

Australian pension fund partners with UK property group in bet on asset class hit by higher rates and remote working

Business - Financial Times - October 24

British man admits to arson attack on Ukraine-linked business in London

Dylan Earl pleads guilty to offence under UK’s new National Security Act

Business - Financial Times - October 25

Blinken in London pushing to revive Middle East cease-fire talks

The casualty count in both Gaza and Lebanon continues to rise as Israel moves forward with its military operations. U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken is once again pushing for an end to the ...

Who Is Tommy Robinson, the Far-Right Activist Behind a London Rally?

The founder of the English Defence League, whose real name is Stephen Yaxley-Lennon, is at the forefront of a growing movement that was behind anti-immigrant riots this summer.

Top stories - The New York Times - October 26

The chicest foreign exchange in London (will also serve you a latte)

Foreign Exchange News in Paddington describes itself as ‘Palm Beach meets Naples’

World - Financial Times - October 27

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