London Mayor Sadiq Khan has used new powers to order Westminster council to scrap a draft policy that would ban new pubs and bars in Soho and the West End, restrict operating hours, and ban vertical drinking.
Westminster council faces backlash over a draft licensing policy discouraging vertical drinking and bar service in Soho and the West End, drawing criticism from the London mayor and hospitality leaders.
Westminster council's draft licensing policy recommends banning 'vertical drinking' and ordering at the bar in Soho and the West End, drawing criticism from London Mayor Sadiq Khan, hospitality figures, and licensing experts.
Cruise ship entertainment has transformed, featuring high-end productions like Olivier award-winning musicals and immersive theatre, attracting new audiences and offering performers varied roles, despite logistical challenges and concerns over working conditions.
Tanya Reynolds, known for 'Sex Education', joins 'Ted Lasso' season 4 as assistant coach Alice, discussing her initial unfamiliarity with the show and her excitement for the role. She also talks about her play '1536' with Margot Robbie and Meryl Streep, her upcoming directorial debut 'Dog Person', and expresses concern over drama education cuts.
New data from the Metropolitan Police shows a significant drop in neighbourhood crime and homicides in London, with the Mayor attributing success to record police funding and the Violence Reduction Unit. The report aims to counter online disinformation portraying London as a "lawless" city.
London's Duke of York's Theatre in the West End will be renamed the Tom Stoppard Theatre, honoring the influential British playwright Sir Tom Stoppard. The theatre's owner, ATG Entertainment, announced the change as a lasting tribute, though it did not confirm if the decision was linked to the former Duke of York, Andrew Mountbatten-Windsor, who lost his title due to associations with Jeffrey Epstein.
Singapore's Graduate Industry Traineeships (GRIT) offer low pay (S$1,800-S$2,400/month) for graduates to gain experience, with one participant earning half the median graduate salary. This initiative aims to address a struggling graduate job market impacted by AI, hiring slowdowns, and global economic effects.
The Metropolitan Police will expand its use of live facial recognition (LFR) technology, deploying static cameras in London's West End by Christmas and six other areas next year. Critics argue this forces citizens into a "digital police lineup," while the Met cites success in trials and potential crime-fighting benefits.
Ten Australians, including individuals who experienced severe impacts from floods, bushfires, heatwaves, and toxic algal blooms, have filed a complaint with the UN human rights committee. They allege the Australian government's continued support for fossil fuel exports violates their human rights and exacerbates climate extremes.
The Women's T20 World Cup launches with a major marketing push in London, aiming for record attendance. England's success hinges on their on-pitch performance, with key players returning from injury and tough competition expected from Australia, India, and South Africa.
O Alto Tietê terá um fim de semana repleto de atrações culturais, com shows de Sampa Crew, Ajulia Costa e Nando Viana, além de peças de teatro, eventos gastronômicos e festivais de música.
Experts offer guidance on modern phone etiquette, covering texting in theatres, restaurant phone use, loudspeaker calls, voice notes, and generational differences in communication styles.
David Harbour broke his silence on ex-wife Lily Allen's album 'West End Girl,' calling it 'weird' but respecting her artistic expression. The album details their marriage dissolution, which Allen described as a mix of fact and fiction. Harbour also addressed rumors of tension with Millie Bobby Brown.
12 people, aged 14-61, injured in a shooting at the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio; no suspects in custody; festival's continuation uncertain.
A shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, left 12 people wounded, with 2 in critical condition. Police believe multiple suspects, possibly shooting at each other, are at large and are reviewing footage and evidence.
At least 12 people wounded in a shooting near a community festival in Toledo, Ohio, with police searching for suspects
At least 12 people were wounded in a shooting near the Old West End Festival in Toledo, Ohio, with two suspects possibly exchanging gunfire; no arrests made as of hours later.
Anthony Head, best known for his role as Rupert Giles in Buffy the Vampire Slayer, has died at 72 due to pneumonia complications, leaving a legacy in TV and stage.
Rosamund Pike, Londra'daki Wyndham Tiyatrosu'nda "Inter Alia" oyunu sonrası telefonla mesajlaşan bir seyirciye seslendi. Dijital çağın tiyatroya etkisine dikkat çeken Pike, bu tür davranışların sahneden görüldüğünü ve hissedildiğini belirtti.
Rosamund Pike paused her West End play 'Inter Alia' to address an audience member texting during an emotional scene. She emphasized the importance of theatre etiquette and the impact of distractions on actors.
Kenneth Branagh stars as Prospero in the Royal Shakespeare Company's production of The Tempest, directed by Richard Eyre, offering a unique blend of enchanting visuals, sound, and ensemble performances, though Branagh's initial portrayal feels lightweight before deepening in the second half.
UK's Equity union members voted overwhelmingly (98%) for potential strike action over pay and conditions, threatening West End theatre closures. Negotiations with the Society of London Theatre (Solt) are ongoing.
A 29-year-old woman has been charged with attempted murder after a car struck three pedestrians on Argyll Street in central London early Sunday morning. One woman in her 30s remains in life-threatening condition, a man in his 50s has life-changing injuries, and a second woman in her 30s suffered minor injuries. The incident occurred near the London Palladium in Soho and is not being treated as terrorism-related.
