Author: Editor Akash
As Christmas approaches London transforms into a festive wonderland with twinkling lights, cheerful carols, and a magical market offering everything from handcrafted gifts to culinary delights. Whether you are a shopaholic, a foodie, or simply chasing holiday cheer, these 15 Christmas markets in London are perfect for creating unforgettable festive memories in 2024. One of London’s most scenic Christmas markets, the festive Fiesta, has just returned to London Bridge once again for the 2024 Christmas season, just a stone’s throw from Tower Bridge. There is plenty of time to visit the joyful destination until January 5. Let’s get full information…
A woman was arrested on suspicion of child neglect following the tragic death of Madison Smith, the four-month-old grandson of former Manchester United defender and current Blackpool FC manager Steve Bruce.The baby was the son of Bruce’s daughter, Amy, and her husband, Matt Smith, a former professional footballer who played for clubs including Leeds United and Fulham. The arrest comes after police discovered Madison unresponsive at his home in Trafford, Greater Manchester, on October 18, 2024. Emergency services were called to the residence shortly after 7 AM in response to a welfare concern. The paramedics found the infant and transported him…
Barclays bank customers have raised the alarm about their accounts being ‘shut down,’ and the bank apologized and promised to investigate. However, the bank has faced scrutiny as numerous customers’ accounts have been frozen without prior notice. They are promoting widespread frustration and concern among account holders. Many Barclays customers have taken to social and online forums to share their horrible experiences of having their accounts frozen. One customer said, “Take your money out before it’s too late.” After the issue arose and another was added, ‘All accounts are frozen”. One customer said, ” @BarclaysUK ARE CLOSING DOWN CURRENT ACCOUNT. This was done…
A remarkable day of talent and composure, Maia Bauchier made her test debut for England against South Africa in Bloemfontein on December 15, 2024. This undoubtedly marked a significant milestone in her career and showcased her potential as a key player for the national team. Bauchier’s innings are with aggressive and strategic strokes. She reached her century from 124 balls, briefly holding the record for the fastest Test century by an England player from Nat Saiver-Brunt, who eclipsed it with a stunning 128 off just 96 balls later in the day. Bauchier expressed immense pride in her achievement, stating, “This is a…
State pensions are critical for many retirees in the UK, especially during the festive season.As Christmas approaches, many recipients expect adjustments to their payment schedules to ensure they receive their funds in time for the holiday. Here are the key dates for state pension payments, Christmas bonuses, and child benefits payments during this period. State Pension Payment Dates The state pension is typically paid every four weeks, with specific payment days determined by the last two digits of a recipient’s National Insurance number. Here’s a breakdown of the payment date adjustments: Recipients can expect their December payment to arrive by…
Are you working for someone else but fancy being your boss? We believe that you are a qualified plumber or master plumber with extensive experience in plumbing and heating work. So if you have ever thought of going it alone and starting your own plumbing business, there are various steps to take into account that you will need to start your new plumbing business. But do not worry—I am here to help you start. This guide explores everything you need to know about the industry to launch a successful small business. Plumbing business licensing: To run a plumbing business in London,…
ChatGPT faced a significant global outage for half an hour on December 11, 2024. When accessing ChatGPT.com, millions of users saw a white screen appear with the message “ChatGPT is currently unavailable.” The disruption occurred at 7 PM ET (5:30 AM IST) and was reported by Downdetector, which indicated that approximately 74% of users experienced difficulties connecting to the platform.OpenAI said on Twitter, “We are experiencing an outage right now. We have identified the issue and are working to roll out a fix. Sorry, and we’ll keep you updated.” Many users took to social media to express their frustrations, often encountering error…
The UK government is poised for a significant confrontation with trade unions with a proposal of 2.8% pay for NHS staff, teachers, and other public sector workers for the fiscal year 2025/26.The recent recommendation has sparked outrage among healthcare unions, who argue that the increase fails to meet the pressing financial needs of workers already trapped with rising living costs. The National Education Union said it was “putting the government on notice” that it was not enough, while Unite, one of Labour’s biggest donors, called the offer to NHS staff “an insult.”. In written evidence to the NHS pay body, the Department…
Recently decided to start a new business in London as a sole trader? But, do you know all the formalities you need to do before starting the same? Do you have any idea how to register a sole trader business in the UK? For your information, the entire process of registration before sole trading is a straightforward one. There’s no maze in it. Following each step of the process carefully and paying attention to detail are the keys to completing the process. Doing it will keep your business legitimate and going. Wondering, what are the steps that you need to pass through…
Luigi Mangione, a 26-year-old Ivy League graduate, has been charged with the murder of UnitedHealthcare CEO Brian Thompson. This shocking death of Brian has sent ripples through the healthcare industry and ignited public discourse on systemic issues within American healthcare. Mangione was apprehended on December 9 at a McDonald’s in Altoona, Pennsylvania, after a patron recognized him from media reports and promoted an employee’s emergency call, NYPD Deputy Commissioner Kaz Daughtry confirmed the arrest. He faces multiple charges, including second-degree murder, three gun-related offences, and forgery. Upon his arrest, police discovered a so-called “ghost gun,” a firearm assembled from parts without serial…