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06Apr/26

Richmond as a demographic time machine

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Aging Well in Richmond: Healthcare, Extra Care Housing, and Social Wellbeing

April 6, 2026 /Mpelembe Media/ — Demographics and the Housing Market Richmond upon Thames is an affluent borough characterized by an aging population and some of the highest property values in London. The median age has risen to 41, and projections indicate that the 80+ age group will be the fastest-growing demographic over the next decade. In the housing market, average house prices saw a slight year-on-year correction, dropping 2.4% to £795,000 in early 2026, while private rental costs surged by 5.7% to an average of £2,276 per month. To address the specific needs of the aging demographic, there is a strategic local push to expand “Extra Care” housing, which enables older adults to live independently while receiving flexible, on-site support. Continue reading →

08Jun/23

The relationship between West Ham FC and Richmond AFC.

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June 8, 2023 /Lifestyle/ — Here’s how you can best explain the relationship between West Ham FC, the Queen Vic pub, Richmond AFC, and Ted Lasso Prince’s Head pub to tourists: Continue reading →

05May/23

The King of England coronation is this weekend

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London, May 5, 2023 /Lifestyle/ — Artificial intelligence (AI) suggestion by Bard. Here are some suggestions for street parties in Richmond, London UK, to celebrate the King’s Coronation this weekend: Continue reading →

23Aug/22

US tech monitors for gunfire but critics say targets Black areas

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U.S. homicides jump 44% in two years
Government may fund divisive gunshot detection systems
Critics say the tech is biased and doesn’t work

By Carey L. Biron

WASHINGTON, Aug 22 (Thomson Reuters Foundation) – When Toledo experienced a spike in gun violence, the Ohio city police force turned to a simple if controversial tool: it miked up part of the city to capture the sound of gunfire.
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