In the eighth episode of the Culture de-cooded podcast – where culture expert, Charlie Coode, gets the inside scoop on some of the world’s most impressive leaders – recently retired British Army General, Sir Nick Borton discusses his extraordinary military career, the challenges of modern leadership, and geopolitical issues around the globe. With an impressive record including command roles in Afghanistan and Iraq, Sir Nick brings a wealth of experience to the table, offering unique perspectives on some of the world’s most pressing problems. Speaking candidly about NATO, the conflict in Ukraine, and Russia’s long-term strategy, he pulls no punches…
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Quick-Step Launches Two New Waterproof Wood Collections Quick-Step is launching two new waterproof wood collections that last a lifetime thanks to the Wood for Life technology. Whether that’s the wide planks from the Cala collection or the more discreet compact wood floor from the Amato collection, one thing’s for sure: homeowners can enjoy the warmth of wood worry-free in every room of their home, even the bathroom and kitchen. left Cala, Leather Oak Extra Matt hardwood floor from £99.99 per m2 right Amato, Wintry Forest Oak Extra Matt hardwood floor from £59.99 per m2, Quick-Step, quick-step.co.uk Waterproof Warranty Two years…
A gardening expert is advising British homeowners to act now to start preparing their gardens for autumn and beyond. After a strange season of copious rain and not much sun, it seems that now is finally the time to enjoy our summer gardens. But a gardening expert from MyBuilder.com, the reliable way to hire tradespeople, is advising that September is the perfect time to get our gardens ready for the colder weather. While it may seem too soon to be preparing for colder months, many of our plants, trees, and foliage are already undergoing seasonal changes. Gardening expert James Lewis, from MyBuilder.com,…
Leading immersive entertainment company Layered Reality -creator of the forthcoming ‘Elvis Evolution’ experience -teams up with Channel 4 Ventures in £1.75m tie-up Embargoed until 8AM BST, 29 August 2024 – Immersive entertainment specialists Layered Reality has secured an investment deal worth £1.75m with Channel 4’s consumer investment arm, Channel 4 Ventures. The media for equity deal enables Layered Reality’s immersive experiences to reach a TV audience for the first time. Over the course of a year, ‘The Gunpowder Plot’, ‘Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds : The Immersive Experience’ and the forthcoming ‘Elvis Evolution’ will tap into advertising airtime around a…
Marine Collagen Powder (£42) Mix one scoop into water, or into your favourite smoothie or breakfast bowl and mix well! Support Collagen production and promote healthier hair, skin and joints with our sustainably sourced Wild Marine Collagen blend. Our Collagen comes from fish sustainably sourced in Atlantic waters. As the potent Marine Collagen is at work supporting your skin, muscles and bones, Hyaluronic Acid helps keep skin hydrated and reduce those unwanted fine-lines and wrinkles. Vitamin C helps produce white skin cells, boosting immunity while healing your skin’s barrier. All without that “fishy” collagen aftertaste. Nearly impossible to get by diet…
Attributed to Jackson Versitano, Retail Regional Director – UK & EMEA at Lightspeed. In April, the CBI (Confederation of British Industry) reported a sharp decline in UK retail sales, partly due to Easter coming early, but there are other elements at play to the storyline that the retail sector in the UK is still experiencing difficulties. As sales face a downward trend, retailers must adapt and innovate in order to get ahead of the competition, stay front of mind and thrive in this ever-evolving landscape. Political and economical conditions across the globe, the cost of living crisis, and increasing pressures to…
Ahead of GCSE results day on 22 August, students at ACS International School Egham are celebrating their impressive International Baccalaureate (IB) Middle Years Programme (MYP) results, achieving an average grade of 44 (/56) across the cohort, which is above the global average of 37.48 points. One student, who secured the highest score in the MYP at ACS Egham, gained an impressive 52 out of 56, equivalent to 4 GCSEs at Grade 9 and 4 GCSEs at Grade 7/8. This year, students performed particularly well in Sciences, Extended Maths, French, and Drama. ACS Egham is one of just 35 schools in…
Sweet Cherry Publishing has acquired world rights to Sital Gorasia Chapman’s gorgeous new festive picture book, Little Spruce. Kellie Jones, Commissioning Editor at Sweet Cherry, made the deal with Becky Bagnell, Founder of Lindsay Literary Agency, after she fell in love with Chapman’s seasonal story. The publishing house, now holding world rights for the book, expects the tale to become a modern classic! Little Spruce is one tiny tree’s BIG Christmas adventure, taking readers on an exciting journey from field to family home. But what happens when Christmas ends? Where will our beloved spruce end up? Chapman has not only…
Intent on expanding its middle-grade fiction offering, Sweet Cherry Publishing, Leicester’s multi award-winning independent publisher, has signed a 3-book deal with Rutendo Dione. The upcoming adventure series, titled Presto!, puts a contemporary spin on beloved fairy tales such as Little Red Riding Hood and Hansel and Gretel, starting out in Brixton, London, and taking readers to much, much more magical settings! When 11-year-old Amber witnesses the Big Bad Wolf suddenly materialising in her living room, she learns that not only are fairy tales real, but that her uncle is a thief who recovers stolen items and missing people from the…
CloudPay, the leading independent provider of global payroll and payment solutions, today announces the closing of a $120 million funding round led by Blue Owl Capital with the participation of existing shareholders Rho Capital Partners, The Olayan Group and Hollyport Capital. The funding further strengthens CloudPay’s capital base and provides flexibility for future growth opportunities. With a 30-year history of success, CloudPay has built a world class customer base, collaborating with over 280 corporate clients, taking care of their payroll and payment needs in more than 130 countries. The funding will allow strengthening of the customer product and technology solutions…