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London charities and community groups invited to apply for share of "60, 000 funding campaign
1+ hour, 10+ min ago (326+ words) Local charities and community groups in London invited to apply for share of new community campaign worth "60, 000 Anglian Home Improvements launches nationwide community initiative 60 for 60 to mark its 60th anniversary To celebrate its 60th anniversary, Anglian Home Improvements has launched its 60 for…...
Composer Dominic Mc Gonigal launches crowdfunding campaign to record cathedral symphony and sacred choral music
2+ hour, 11+ min ago (473+ words) Irish-British composer Dominic Mc Gonigal has launched a crowdfunding campaign to finance the recording of his first albums, bringing together a large-scale symphonic work and a collection of sacred choral music rooted in the traditions of Gregorian chant. The campaign,…...
How black women shaped fashion, music and culture: Major East London project explores their influence
3+ hour, 11+ min ago (431+ words) Black women's influence on fashion, music and popular culture is the focus of a new east London research and cultural initiative examining their role as cultural producers, innovators and trendsetters. The University of East London (UEL) has launched Fashioning Identity:…...
Zachariah Smith spotted at Amazon Prime premiere as his presence at major UK events continues to grow
1+ day, 4+ hour ago (468+ words) If you've attended a major premiere, entertainment launch or sporting event in recent months, there's a good chance you've seen Zachariah Smith. The London-based entrepreneur and content creator has quietly become a regular presence at some of the UK's biggest…...
Carers UK and Thrive join forces to help unpaid carers thrive through Green Care
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (485+ words) Unpaid carers are invited to join a free fortnight of simple gardening and nature activities this summer from Carers UK and Thrive. Green Care for You is a gentle two-week programme designed to help unpaid carers, looking after a family…...
London's top-rated bakery launches limited-edition matcha Bombolone Doughnut
1+ day, 3+ hour ago (221+ words) London's Bombolone Doughnuts, voted the #1 bakery in London by Tripadvisor, is teaming up with Blendsmiths Matcha in a matcha-made-in-heaven partnership. For three weeks only, customers can get their hands on the limited-edition "Matcha bombolone' brioche doughnut from 13th'June 2026. Bombolone London…...
Summer in the City: New festival, outdoor swimming, waterside performances and More at Canary Wharf
1+ day, 13+ hour ago (1139+ words) Summer has just begun at Canary Wharf, with a packed season of art, culture, sport, entertainment and family activities with most activities entirely free to attend. Visitors can look forward to a packed summer programme, including a brand-new festival, open-air…...
Silvertown Tunnel countdown: tolls, traffic and pollution row as new Thames crossing nears opening
1+ day, 18+ hour ago (424+ words) Businesses reliant on cross-river deliveries argue that predictable journey times are worth the fee. Residents and campaigners counter that tolls could push some drivers onto alternative routes or create unequal impacts without strong discounts for local users and low-income households....
London's june 12th extravaganza: Nocturne Cycling returns alongside citywide cultural events
1+ day, 15+ hour ago (672+ words) London Daily News London is abuzz with anticipation as the capital prepares for a vibrant day of activities on Friday, 12th June 2026, headlined by the much-awaited return of the City of London Nocturne. This premier cycling festival, making its grand comeback…...
London Festival of Architecture: 12 free installations and walks you can do this month
1+ day, 22+ hour ago (508+ words) The London Festival of Architecture returns city-wide this June, turning streets, squares and riverfronts into a shared playground for ideas. With a packed programme of free events, public art, open studios and family-friendly activities, it's the perfect moment to explore…...