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Sinéad O’Connor’s death “not being treated as suspicious,” police say

28Jul

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Sinéad O’Connor’s death “not being treated as suspicious,” police say

Irish singer Sinéad O'Connor dies at 56 Irish singer Sinéad O'Connor dies at 56 00:46 Sinéad O'Connor's death at her London home "is not being treated as suspicious," the Metropolitan Police said in a statement Thursday. The statement did not name O'Connor — a legendary Irish singer-songwriter known best for her hit "Nothing Compares 2 U" — in line with U.K. police protocols. The London police's statement said "a 56-year-old woman was pronoun...

The 10 Best Stonehenge Tours from London

26Jul

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The 10 Best Stonehenge Tours from London

Stonehenge, the most famous prehistoric monument in the world, poses more questions than answers. The approximately 5,000-year-old standing stones have been wondered, worshipped and puzzled at for ages. Stonehenge is a popular daytrip if you're basing yourself in London or Bath, England.Organized tours of Stonehenge often include visits to other nearby landmarks, such as the Avebury stone circles, Bath or the Cotswolds. Many of these outings offer convenient round-trip transportation from London in an air-conditioned coach. These tours, evaluated by U.S. News using both expert opinion and traveler sentiment, offer some of the best ways to experience Stonehenge.The English Bus – Stonehenge, Bath & A Secret PlacePrice: From 134 pounds (around $165) per personDuration: 12 hoursFor advent...

Etihad’s A380 returns to London Heathrow – Business Traveller

26Jul

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Etihad’s A380 returns to London Heathrow – Business Traveller

The first of Etihad’s four Airbus A380 aircraft has officially returned to the skies. As of today, the A380 will be operating flights EY11 and EY12 between Abu Dhabi and London, with the inaugural flight departing Abu Dhabi at 0205 today and landing at London Heathrow at 0645 local time. From 1 August the A380 will also operate flights EY19 and EY20 between the two destinations. Prior to take-off, executives from Etihad, Abu Dhabi airport and the Department of Culture and Tourism gathered to welcome the aircraft back to service. Passengers onboard were also treated to A380-themed souvenirs to celebrate the occasion. Antonoaldo Neves, chief executive officer, Etihad Airways, said: “We’re excited to once again welcome guests onboard Etihad’s A380s and step into a truly remarkable experienc...

Blue Orchid opens property overlooking Tower of London – Business Traveller

23Jul

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Blue Orchid opens property overlooking Tower of London – Business Traveller

Tower Residences also joins Blue Orchid’s existing hotels The Wellington and The Rochester close to Victoria station. In May 2020 it was announced that Blue Orchid Hotels had been granted planning permission to convert the Grade I listed 55 Broadway Complex – the former home of Transport for London – into a luxury hotel. Blue Orchid Hotels to open St James’s Park property Commenting on the news Tony Matharu, founder and executive Chairman of Blue Orchid Hospitality, part of the Integrity International Group, said: “The opening of Tower Residences is a continuation of our ambition to invest in and breathe new life into London’s properties, particularly those at the end of their lives in a previous form – ensuring that London remains the best place in which to live, work, visit and invest...

Leftist London Mayor Sadiq Khan Urges UK Men to Force a Woke Anti-Sexism Codeword on Their Friends – RedState

23Jul

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Leftist London Mayor Sadiq Khan Urges UK Men to Force a Woke Anti-Sexism Codeword on Their Friends – RedState

The Mayor of London in the U.K. is pushing a progressive campaign meant to convince British men to call out their friends for committing sexism or misogyny, particularly with the words they use. It’s a continuation of a PSA-type narrative that Mayor Sadiq Khan introduced in 2022 called “Have A Word.” But now, it’s morphed into a hashtag campaign, with Khan urging men to police their friends (mates) with an anti-sexism codeword: My new campaign recognises that male violence against women and girls often starts with words. I’m determined to ensure that men and boys feel empowered to call out their mates when their behaviour crosses the line. #Maaate #HaveAWord — Mayor of London, Sadiq Khan (@MayorofLondon) July 21, 2023 Sadiq Khan has launched a new campaign telling men and boys to say...

Lufthansa outlines extra London flights for Oktoberfest and winter travel – Business Traveller

23Jul

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Lufthansa outlines extra London flights for Oktoberfest and winter travel – Business Traveller

Lufthansa has added several routes to its London schedules in the coming months, aimed at travellers wanting to attend Munich’s Oktoberfest or head to skiing resorts. The carrier will operate 11 special services between Stansted and Munich, running from 15 September to 1 October to coincide with the city’s popular Oktoberfest. Schedules are as follows: LH2494 departs Munich at 1805, arriving into Stansted at 1905 (Thursday to Sunday) LH2495 departs Stansted at 1955, arriving into Munich at 2245 (Thursday to Sunday) Fares start from £129 return, and are now on sale. Further ahead Lufthansa will launch two routes from London Heathrow to Salzburg in Austria and Friedrichshafen in Germany, providing access to skiing destinations. Flights will operate between 16 December, 2023, and 30 March...

Holiday Inn London Sutton unveils refurbishment – Business Traveller

16Jul

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Holiday Inn London Sutton unveils refurbishment – Business Traveller

Located off the top of Sutton High Street close to the town’s rail station, the Holiday Inn London Sutton first opened in the early 1990s. I grew up nearby and have frequented the hotel many times for everything from school graduation parties to NCT classes, although I have never actually stayed there, and will aim to review the property next time I am in town. Having enjoyed a near monopoly for decades, the hotel has faced increasing competition in recent years, with the opening of a Premier Inn Premier Inn close to the town’s St Nicholas centre in 2019, followed by the dual-branded ibis London Sutton Point and Aparthotel Adagio London Sutton Point in 2021. My review of the ibis London Sutton Point from late last year can be seen at: Hotel review: Ibis London Sutton Point Commenting on...

Steve-O Detained In London After Performing Daredevil Stunt In True ‘Jackass’ Fashion

8Jul

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Steve-O Detained In London After Performing Daredevil Stunt In True ‘Jackass’ Fashion

Steve-O has done it again — and was detained after pulling off another precarious stunt.The “Jackass” star announced Friday that he’d leapt from London’s Tower Bridge the day before. He landed in the River Thames, only to be met by police. Steve-O said they were “totally cool,” however, and that they understood he was merely promoting his latest special.“When I jumped off the bridge, I expected I might get in trouble, but I knew they couldn’t deport me because I’m British,” the daredevil, who was born Stephen Glover in London’s Wimbledon district, told Entertainment Weekly on Friday.Steve-O was previously arrested for scaling a 100-foot crane in Los Angeles to protest SeaWorld and its alleged animal abuses. He says he wasn’t nervous to jump off the Tower Bridge, however, as he’d pulled th...