British businessman Jeremy Hosking is one such man. His train, The Chairman’s Set, is comprised of repurposed former Caledonian Sleeper coaches – in classic 1950s British Rail “blood and custard” livery – and is, officially, Britain’s only privately owned train (the Royal Family have one, of course, but as theirs is owned by DB Cargo,...
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UK Bank Holiday weekend travel: all the disruption on motorways and train services
Bank holidays are perfect for a quick staycation, camping trip or a long overdue visit to your parents. But when almost everyone in the country is off work on the exact same days, it’s bound to cause some queues. And, apparently, this year’s late May Bank Holiday is set to be the busiest on UK roads in years. ...
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Celtics vs. Pacers live stream: How to watch Game 1 of 2024 NBA playoff series without cable | Sporting News United Kingdom
The 2024 Eastern Conference Finals will feature a matchup between the championship favorite and a fearless underdog. The Celtics quickly dispatched the Heat and Cavaliers in their previous two playoff series, knocking out each opponent in five games. Boston already has plenty of firepower, but it could receive a huge boost if Kristaps Porzingis is...
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Celtics vs. Pacers live stream: How to watch Game 1 of 2024 NBA playoff series without cable | Sporting News Canada
The 2024 Eastern Conference Finals will feature a matchup between the championship favorite and a fearless underdog. The Celtics quickly dispatched the Heat and Cavaliers in their previous two playoff series, knocking out each opponent in five games. Boston already has plenty of firepower, but it could receive a huge boost if Kristaps Porzingis is...
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Global leaders agree to launch first international network of AI Safety Institutes to boost cooperation of AI
New agreement between 10 countries and the EU will help establish an international network of publicly backed AI Safety Institutes, after the UK launched the world’s first last year. nations will forge a common understanding of AI safety and align their work on research, standards and testing. newly signed Seoul Declaration sees leaders commit to...
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Former Sex Toys and Lingerie Store Could Become Casino
Posted on: May 21, 2024, 07:44h. Last updated on: May 21, 2024, 09:49h. A former retail store in the United Kingdom that sold sex toys and lingerie could become a casino room with slot machines, bingo, and sports betting. Merkur Gaming’s “Cashino” in Northampton is seeking to expand its footprint to adjacent stores that shuttered...
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The Vampire’s Wife Announces Closure After A Decade In Business
The Vampire’s Wife announced today that it would ‘cease trading with immediate effect’ after a decade in business. An official press release on May 21st detailed that ‘despite a period of positive growth and sales, the upheaval in the wholesale market has had dramatic implications for the brand.’ FIND OUT MORE ON ELLE COLLECTIVE The...
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Timberwolves vs. Mavericks prediction, odds, schedule for 2024 NBA Playoffs Western Conference Finals | Sporting News United Kingdom
The Timberwolves and Mavericks weren’t who most predicted to end up in the Western Conference Finals, but both teams absolutely deserve to be among the last four teams standing. They have played outstanding basketball against tough opponents, proving their doubters wrong. Anthony Edwards and Luka Doncic are going to of course headline this matchup. But...
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Statement on the British Ju Jitsu Association | Sport England
The Home Country Sports Councils will continue to recognise the British Ju Jitsu Association (BJJAGB) as the national governing body (NGB) for the sport in the United Kingdom as they now meet the Sports Councils Recognition Policy criteria. The recognition is, however, subject to the NGB meeting a number of conditions and demonstrating their commitment...
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British South Asians in football: Investigation into why there are so few players and how to solve the problem
It is one of English football’s most puzzling problems. More than four million people with South Asian heritage live in the UK. But only 22 male players out of approximately 3,700 professionals, have South Asian backgrounds. The women’s game faces similar problems. Through data analysis, special access and interviews with those in the game, Sky...
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Recap: Your views and reaction as Southgate names 33-man England Euro 2024 squad
Uncapped quintet Jarrad Branthwaite, Curtis Jones, Jarell Quansah, Adam Wharton and James Trafford have made Southgate’s initial selection. Everton centre-back Branthwaite, 21, was key in his side securing Premier League safety this season, while Liverpool centre-back Quansah, 21, and 23-year-old team-mate Jones, who plays in midfield, helped the Reds finish third in the top flight....
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UK will be obliged to arrest Netanyahu if ICC issues warrant, say legal experts
The UK and US have been quick to defend Israeli prime minister Benjamin Netanyahu as he faces a potential arrest warrant for war crimes, saying they fundamentally reject that the International Criminal Court (ICC) has a right to prosecute Israeli officials. In a dramatic announcement, the ICC chief prosecutor Karim Khan alleged Mr Netanyahu, Israeli...