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The One Hundred at Beresford Avenue, Wembley, HA0 1QF A brand-new canalside development in the heart of Alperton, Northwest London, The One Hundred by Guinness Homes is a development of 51 one-, two- and three-bedroom Shared Ownership apartments, perfect for Londoners looking to step onto the ladder. A selection of the homes are now ready to move into now – meaning prospective Shared Owners could be enjoy their new homes within months. An exciting offering for the northwest London neighbourhood, The One Hundred comprises two 7-storey buildings, tranquil outdoor meadows, a network of paths and parks, and cycle parking, as…

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Hackney has been named the UK’s worst area for crashes caused by mobile phones Data revealed the UK local authority districts with the highest and lowest rates of mobile phone-related road casualties and collisions, highlighting areas where trick-or-treaters face the most danger Isles of Scilly stands out as the safest area with the fewest phone-related incidents reported over the last decade   A recent analysis conducted by accident compensation experts claims.co.uk revealed the UK local authority districts with the highest and lowest rates of mobile phone-related road casualties and collisions.  Using government data from 2013 to 2022, researchers calculated the average…

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Set on an impressive private gated 200-acre estate, one of Comer Homes Group’ flagship developments, Newland Park, provides direct access to exceptional private and public green space, which according to analysis by the Office for National Statistics has the potential to add significant value to nearby house prices, whilst also offering a multitude of health and wellbeing benefits. The research suggests that close proximity to accessible green spaces can increase property values by on average £2,500, whilst a substantial private, landscaped garden can boost a home’s value by 77%. For those purchasing at Newland Park an abundance of private outside space in the form of…

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Get ready for a fiery culinary experience. Korean noodle brand Buldak is hosting a sampling event, showcasing the bold flavours of Samyang’s renowned Buldak hot sauce range. Mark your calendars for October 25 and 26 at BOXPARK, Shoreditch, where London’s foodies and spice enthusiasts can gather to indulge in a taste sensation. The Buldak Sauce Exchange invites you to bring your empty or unwanted sauce bottles for a fun trade-in. For every bottle you swap or photo you post, you’ll earn Buldak Tokens, which can be used to purchase delicious and Buldak-lathered dishes from a food truck and to buy exclusive…

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L&Q’s first Rent to Buy homes have launched in Chatham, Kent, bringing a range of homes to the heart of Kent’s Medway district. Offering a range of two- and three-bedroom apartments alongside three- and four- bedroom houses, Capstone Green offers residents the balance of open green spaces and contemporary living, just a short hop from London. Rent to Buy is a government-backed initiative that helps tenants transition from renting to homeownership, with rents set at approximately 80% of a similar property on the open market. This monthly saving can then be used towards a deposit for buying a home.* Capstone…

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Winchmore Hill Sports Club has today unveiled refreshed changing rooms, creating a safe, inclusive and welcoming space to grow their women and girls’ football teams. This project was completed as Dulux, the UK’s leading paint brand, celebrates its 200th ‘Let’s Colour’ community project with social enterprise Volunteer It Yourself (‘VIY’). To mark the occasion, Dulux’s Senior Leadership Group, featuring many of the top leaders in the business across all functions in the UK and Ireland including the Management Team, joined forces with VIY as part of its landmark community project. The 200th ‘Let’s Colour’ project with VIY took place on Wednesday, 16th October…

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On Friday 25 Oct 2024, at 7.45pm as part of Somali weekend at the London literature festival at the Southbank centre, Two trailblazing Somali women writers, Yasmin Mohamed Kahin and Asha Lul Mohamud Yusuf, confront pivotal questions and challenges through their poetry… ‘Does anyone survive to question the essence of being Somali?’ Poet, playwright and filmmaker Yasmin Mohamed Kahin, and star of the Somali poetry diaspora Asha Lul Mohamud Yusuf, reflect on this question and more through poetry and writings, which they share alongside their English translators. Visiting the UK for the first time, Yasmin Mohamed Kahin is a breakthrough…

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Amari Colombo, Sri Lanka ONYX Hospitality Group, Thailand’s leading hospitality management company specialising in the management of hotels, resorts, serviced apartments, and luxury residences, is proud to announce its participation at ITB Asia 2024, Asia’s leading travel trade show. The event takes place from 23rd to 25th October at the Sands Expo & Convention Centre, Marina Bay Sands, Singapore. As the company looks to expand its footprint in Southeast Asia, ONYX Hospitality Group will present its ambitious growth targets, aiming to manage over 50 hotels and residences by 2025, and 70 by 2028. The group currently manages 46 properties across its renowned…

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TaskHer partners with COAT Paints to champion female painters TaskHer – a platform that enables homeowners to book qualified tradeswomen online and receive instant quotes – has partnered with sustainable premium paint brand COAT to celebrate the launch of its female painter and decorators offering. The platform, which launched in 2022, already has over 50 qualified tradeswomen registered on the platform spanning electricians, plumbers and gas and heating engineers, and is now welcoming female painters and decorators to the platform to offer their services. As part of the partnership, customers will exclusively receive 20% off COAT paints when they book a painter or decorator via…

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De-Core: A Guide to Core Styles in 2025 The “-core” trend in interior design serves as a defining element for various style movements. Each core style is typically influenced by a specific aesthetic era, theme, or concept. These styles not only provide homeowners with a narrative for their design choices but also guide them towards achieving a cohesive look. In the digital age, core styles help consumers discover inspiration, source products, and better understand their personal interior preferences. We take a look at how familiar cores will be making an impact in 2025 homes. Scandi Core Woodline, Uniwood 92 cushion…

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