Former investment banking tycoon, David Tait, has revealed the truth about his abusive childhood, admitting that he has donated his bonuses to the NSPCC since the start of his career. The candid confessions can be heard in an interview on the Culture de-cooded podcast, hosted by entrepreneur, Charlie Coode. Launched in January 2024, the show gets up close and personal with prominent leaders, sharing their unique views on success and culture – a topic close to the host’s own business and heart. Now in its fourth episode, Charlie, sat down with David to discuss his unique business journey, spurred on…
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IT’s COMING HOME, IT’S COMING HOME, CHOCOLATE BALLS ARE COMING HOME Popcorn Kitchen Creates The Perfect Fan Snack for Obsessive Footy Fans This May celebrates the arrival of Popcorn Kitchen’s 3rd incarnation of Popcorn Kitchen’s legendary Pop at Home kits, which this time hones in on the beautiful game. With the premiership reaching a pulsating conclusion this week and Gareth’s Euro squad soon to be announced, there’s no doubt that footy family nerves will be shredded from now to the 14th July and…
Collection achieves MIA accreditation and secures VenueVerdict Award Wins The QHotels Collection is a collection of unique hotels and resorts located across the UK, consisting of historic hideaway, Slaley Hall Hotel, Spa and Golf Resort, nestled deep in the serene Northumbrian landscape, the striking Crewe Hall Hotel & Spa, set on eight acres of gorgeous grounds in the peaceful Cheshire countryside. The QHotels Collection has reached new heights in M&E success, showcasing its excellence with a string of notable achievements. Joining the ranks of prestigious accolades, the Collection now proudly boasts MIA accreditation, marking a significant milestone in its commitment to excellence…
Battery fires in bin lorries and at waste sites in the UK have reached an all time high – over 1,200 in the last year, an increase of 71% from 700 in 2022 1.6bn batteries were thrown away in the last year, over 3,000 a minute – including over 1.1bn electricals containing hidden lithium-ion batteries National Fire Chiefs Council says “fires involving lithium-ion batteries are a disaster waiting to happen” Battery fires cause air pollution levels to spike in local areas, breaking WHO limits, affecting the health of local communities Cost impact of battery waste fires could also be significant – Zurich…
Lush on Oxford Street is popping up a drawing room fit for an aristocrat from 9th – 23rd May, for regal Londoners to party like a true Bridgerton. The pop-up is launching to celebrate the most enticing release of the summer entertainment calendar: none other than Netflix’s third instalment of Bridgerton. With a complimentary tea menu inspired by the houses of the families of Bridgerton, the space has been created for fans to step into the show’s universe and to introduce the latest limited edition Lush collaboration. Furnished with Regency-style seating, a grand piano and hanging flowers, there will be photo opportunities galore…
Five easy ways to spot a fake review online 1. Inspect the reviewer’s profile If a review looks suspect, go through the reviewer’s profile. Look for anything that doesn’t seem indicative of a real person’s actions or opinion. Providing only five star reviews, only one star reviews or using the same words and phrases might be an indication their reviews are actually fake. In that case, it’s best not to trust the reviewer’s information. 2. Pay close attention to dates Review dates can be a telltale sign for fake reviews. If a certain day has seen a significant number of positive (or…
Independent London-based eyecare specialist Eye Emporium will open its latest store at Southside Shopping Centre in Wandsworth on 11 May. It is the third recent opening after discount store, Poundland, upsized into a more prominent location and high-street slime store, Gootopia, relocated to a permanent unit following its remarkable pop-up success at the centre over the past year. The new 1,169sq ft opticians will be the brand’s 13th store. With previous locations in East and West London, the opening at Wandsworth marks their first offering in the South of the city, and its first within a shopping centre. Founded in 1982…
Sotto Cucina & Bar will launch at Hyatt Place London City East in Whitechapel, London, on 14th May 2024; a contemporary Sicilian kitchen and bar led by Sicilian executive chef Alfio Laudani. Sotto Cucina & Bar will serve a menu of contemporary Sicilian dishes with a focus on quality British ingredients. The menu of typically Sicilian flavours marries the influence of Alfio’s food-centred upbringing in the Catania region of Sicily with his seventeen years cooking in top London restaurants – including The Rex Whistler and Cipriani. Freshness and quality of ingredients are at the heart of the menu and produce is wherever possible…
Despite recent government initiatives to encourage British homeowners to improve the green credentials of their homes, nearly half are still not sure about the benefits of installing solar panels. According to new research from MyBuilder.com, the reliable way to hire tradespeople, 47 per cent of Brits are confused about the cost of solar panels and their benefits. This may be leading to a drop in the amount of new installations, as UK property owners struggle to understand the value of spending money on solar, even though the savings can be significant. The Microgeneration Certification Scheme (MCS) reports that solar panel installation…
In (probably) a world first – inspired by the little-known fact that body hair is nutrient-rich and acts as an amazing fertiliser – the cheeky provocateur of the male grooming sector, Philips OneBlade, is launching a ‘Hairy Harvest’ vegetable patch in London Fields Park, Hackney, London from Friday 24th to Saturday 25th May. As green-fingered gardening enthusiasts focus their attention on the annual, boujee flower show in Chelsea, Philips is going against the grain and challenging the status quo to highlight an alternative, surprising, and more cost-effective way to grow fruit and veg – especially as the price of food…