However, in Leicester, the Labour mayor is looking to slash library services in some of the most economically deprived areas of my great city, and I know the same will be happening in other constituencies up and
The last of Pontefract's popular evening meetings is Red Shirt Night in aid of Jack Berry's Appeal for the Injured Jockeys Holiday Fund. Horse Racing: Pontefract; COME RACING THIS WEEK FRIDAY What's happening? There's free admission for all on Edinburgh Trades Family Day, supported by the ...
We bicycle travellers still sit on the margins, and we’re lucky if we get more than a quick mention in the product description. The Terra Nova Starlite 2 is currently my go-to tent for poor weather and high winds due to its excellent stability and weatherproofing. On the downside, it...
If they are still locked together, it is going to be intriguing. It will mean that no two combinations can come close to a majority. The pathway to power for Sinn Féin will be tricky in that instance. The other interesting thing (but this will only become apparent...
But it is happening at some level, especially compared to the Islam societies that we’re talking about here. How big of an anomaly is this through human history, people having kids late, hyper-individualism? And if it isn’t an anomaly, what other cultures are similar to this? And how...
Connect Festival– Edinburgh, 25-27 August Known for its diverse lineup spanning various genres, Connect Festival in Scotland is a must for serious music fans. This year, headliners Primal Scream, Franz Ferdinand and Young Fathers will be joined by Boygenius, Fred Again, Public Service Broadcast...
Anyone missing out is invited to run in the 2015 Edinburgh Marathon. Impressive line-up for inaugural Scottish Half Marathon - 30 July 2014 An impressive line-up of British runners has been revealed for the first ever Scottish Half Marathon in September. Runners include Nicola Duncan and Andrew...
In the chaos of today’s dating landscape, something insidious is happening to women. Exposure to subpar partners and a saturated dating market is leaving many jaded, cynical, and emotionally closed off. It’s not just about bad dates or heartbreak—it’s about how the environment shapes perce...
(Edinburgh; too bloody) and theology (Cambridge; faith just was not his thing) but found hunting for beetles on the heaths more exciting. In high school I played with ideas such as Hollywood screen-writing (too risky), radio DJ (I had no skills) and truant or criminal (I hung out ...
WHAT ELSE IS HAPPENING How the Queen is celebrating her official birthday this year For the second year in a row, Elizabeth’s annual summer birthday celebration has been curtailed by the pandemic. In normal times, the royal family enjoys the famous Trooping the Colour event, which has mar...