Moving into a new home is an exciting time of your life as you start a new chapter. Whether you’re renting or buying, there are a few things everyone seems to leave to the very last minute – or even worse, totally forget about. 1. Pack before estimating One of the important moving house packing tips often overlooked is to have an estimate of how many items will be transported. Once your items are ready to go, it’s time to inform your mover how much they actually need to transfer. If you can pack as early as a couple of…
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With A Level students set to receive their results on 15 August, the international school group, ACS International Schools, is celebrating its own exceptional examination results of students from its three schools in Surrey and London, who study the world-renowned International Baccalaureate (IB) Diploma Programme (DP) and Advanced Placement (AP) courses. Students now have a foothold in the future global jobs market after securing places at prestigious universities around the world, including Imperial College London, University College London, University of Chicago, University of Toronto and the University of Tokyo. DP students at all three schools collectively achieved an average score…
45K people search for ice cream sandwiches every month but little do they know there’s an ingredient missing from their homemade recipe that can make the perfect cookie sandwich – and it’s probably already in the kitchen cupboard. Best-selling chef Rachel Khoo’s latest recipe uses Rowse honey to make the perfect ice cream sandwich. As the weather map turns red with another incoming heatwave, this delicious Tahini Honey ice cream sandwich recipe is not only quick to make but will also help you stay cool in the hot weather. Tahini Honey Ice Cream Cookie Sandwich Prep Time: 15 minutes Cook Time: 17 minutes Servings: 4 Ingredients Cookies: 200g good quality tahini 100g Rowse Dark & Rich…
Does your summer agenda include exploring the majestic Norwegian fjords, the beaches and crystalline seas of the Caribbean, or the historical old towns of the Mediterranean from the comfort and grandeur of a cruise ship? You’re in luck! Whether you’re a cruising veteran or virgin, insider tips and secrets are never a bad thing when going abroad. From hidden gems on board to the best kept secrets, here’s your exclusive guide to cruising like a pro. Crew member, Gaetano Scarcella, serving as the Hotel Director on board MSC Cruises ship MSC Virtuosa, gives the inside scoop from his years of working on ships…
SOUND & VISION WAR CHILD UK & ART ON A POSTCARD AT 180 STUDIOS LEADING CONTEMPORARY ARTISTS RESPOND TO ONE ICONIC DAVID BOWIE LYRIC IN FUNDRAISING EXHIBITION 26-27 September 2024 10am-6pm Press Preview 8.30-10am | Private View 26 September 6-9pm Ruin Space, 180 Studios, Surrey St, London WC2R 2ND Online Auction 17 September – 1 October 2024 Top L-R –Original artworks by Ishbel Myerscough, Florence Reekie, Jullia Soboleva Bottom L-R –Original artworks by Peter Messer, Nick Smith, Jonathan Schofield War Child UK and Art on a Postcard announce Sound & Vision, a new and innovative fundraising exhibition in partnership with 180 Studios featuring 33 leading artists…
An education platform founded by lawyers and educational experts to upskill young people with a range of critical soft skills believes parents and teachers can play a pivotal role in better preparing children for a looming workplace crisis. By 2025, a third of the UK workforce will be Gen Z but 41% of business leaders believe this generation is largely unprepared for the workforce. The Junior Lawyers Club, which provides online confidence-building workshops for children aged nine to 18, says that despite this generation being the UK’s most educated, young people often lack key soft skills. Employers have confirmed the…
Voove, a communications and technology services company based in the Outer Hebrides, proudly announces its achievement as the first Scottish-headquartered company to become authorised Starlink installers. Since 2021, Voove has been at the forefront of delivering Starlink internet services, having successfully installed over 500 systems across Scotland in the past three years. This milestone underscores Voove’s commitment to providing innovative connectivity solutions and bridging the digital divide in rural and remote areas. “Becoming an officially authorised Starlink installer by SpaceX marks a significant step for Voove and our mission to enhance digital connectivity across Scotland,” said Angus Doyle, Director of…
Last Chance to Experience the Free-To-Attend Sounds of Summer in Soho! The final two Saturdays of the Sounds of Summer music event are upon us. From Saturday, July 27th through to Saturday, August 17th, Sounds of Summer has been taking over Kingly Court every Saturday, bringing the West End a dynamic line-up of free-to-attend music sessions. Don’t miss out on the last chances to soak up the vibrant atmosphere and eclectic sounds on Saturday 10th and Saturday 17th August. Electrifying the Neighbourhood with Weekly Music Programming Live From Kingly Court features live music from a mix of rising DJs and renowned…
Women’s representation in international diplomacy is alarmingly low, finds a report from LSE IDEAS, the LSE’s foreign policy think tank. Despite a few women holding senior leadership positions in the World Trade Organization, European Commission, International Monetary Fund, and European Central Bank, only 20 percent of ambassadors worldwide are women, according to the report. Women ambassadors tend to be posted to countries that are more gender equal and are less likely to serve in countries with more economic clout or that are affected by conflict. Of the 18 peace agreements signed in 2022, only one was signed or witnessed by…
Mangrove Global and award-winning St. Lucia Distillers rum brand Bounty Rum are proud to announce the winning team of the UK’s inaugural Bounty Domino Tournament, Scissor Sisters from Incipio Group in London. After three national heats in Glasgow at VEGA, Manchester at Side Street Studio and London at the Burlock Rum Room, the winning teams descended on Dalston Rooftop on Wednesday 24th July to battle it out in the live final and earning their prize of a trip to Saint Lucia. Supported by chef SavJointz and DJ Lightning, alongside St. Lucian Association of London (1963), the evening saw Bounty Rum cocktails…