Tag Archives: United Kingdom

05May/23

The King of England coronation is this weekend

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

02May/23

The return of HMV to Oxford Street, what it means to music fans

LONDON, May 2, 2023 /Entertainment/ — The iconic brand is back on Oxford Street where it stood as a driver of music and pop culture in the capital for so long. HMV His (Master’s Voice) is set to return to its flagship store on Oxford Street in London, England. The store was originally opened in 1921 and was the first HMV store in the world. It is one of the most iconic music stores in the world and has been a popular destination for music lovers for generations. Continue reading

02May/23

Buzzfeed News: sad demise of a clever, innovative site that led the way in digital journalism

Sean Dodson, Leeds Beckett University

Buzzfeed News, once a shining star of digital journalism, has announced it will shut its award-winning news division for good, laying off about 60 journalists in a move its founding editor, Ben Smith, described as “the end of the marriage between social media and news”.

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01May/23

Impact of British coronation on the world’s perceptions of Britain and its monarchy

May 1, 2023 /World/ — A British coronation is important to people around the world for a number of reasons. First, it is a rare and momentous occasion. The coronation of a new British monarch only happens once in a lifetime, and it is a time for celebration and national pride. Second, the coronation is a beautiful and historic ceremony. It is full of pomp and circumstance, and it is a chance for people to witness a piece of British history being made. Third, the coronation is a symbol of stability and continuity. The British monarchy has been around for centuries, and it is a source of stability and comfort for many people. Continue reading

29Apr/23

Richard Sharp leaves the BBC after conflict of interest

April 28, 2023 /Media/ — Richard Sharp resigned as Chairman of the BBC on April 28, 2023, after a report found he had breached rules on public appointments by failing to declare his connection to a secret £800,000 loan made to Boris Johnson.

The report, by the UK commissioner of public appointments, found that Sharp had created a “potential perceived conflict of interest” by not disclosing his knowledge of the loan when he was appointed to the BBC board in 2020. Continue reading

27Apr/23

Trip.com reveals Brit-mania as Kings Coronation looms

The UK will soon celebrate the Coronation of King Charles III, which takes place on Saturday, 6 May, and an extra public holiday on Monday, 8 May, which creates a long weekend for celebrations throughout the country.

This bank holiday is in addition to the annual public holiday that takes place on the first Monday in May. Recognising the huge interest in this historical event and the extra public holiday creating more opportunities and incentives to travel, Trip.com reveals its European data to see how travel has been affected by the long celebratory May Day holidays. Continue reading

27Apr/23

£4BN FOR ‘UK PLC’ ROLLS-ROYCE MOTOR CARS: THE GREAT BRITISH SUCCESS STORY

The independent study, the first commissioned by Rolls-Royce in its history, was led by Dr Alexander Grous of the London School of Economics & Political Science (LSE) and includes figures up to and including 2022. Furthermore, this study is clear proof that, by putting exceptional products into the hands of the world’s most influential people, Great Britain secures its place as a centre of design, craft and engineering excellence on the world stage and, by extension, the nation benefits. Continue reading

27Apr/23

Jerry Springer, the well-known American TV host, has died

April 27, 2023 /Lifestyle/ — Jerry Springer has passed away at 79 after a brief battle with cancer, according to a statement from his family.

Jerry Springer was a British-American television personality, politician, and lawyer. He is best known for hosting the tabloid talk show The Jerry Springer Show, which aired from 1991 to 2018. Continue reading

27Apr/23

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA)’s blocks Microsoft’s $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard

The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA)’s decision to block Microsoft’s $68.7 billion acquisition of Activision Blizzard has been met with mixed reactions from the gaming community. Some gamers are disappointed that they may not be able to play their favorite Activision Blizzard games on their preferred platforms, while others are concerned about the potential for increased prices and decreased innovation in the gaming industry.

The CMA’s decision is based on its belief that the deal would give Microsoft too much market power in the gaming industry. Microsoft is already one of the largest gaming companies in the world, and the acquisition of Activision Blizzard would give it even more control over the market. The CMA is concerned that this could lead to higher prices for games and less choice for gamers.
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26Apr/23

Where is lukwesa burak?

April 27, 2023 /Media/ — Lukwesa Burak is a Zambian-born British journalist and news presenter who is known for her work on the BBC. She is the main presenter of Inside Out East Midlands, and has also presented on BBC News, BBC World News, and BBC Radio Leicester.

Burak was born in Lusaka, Zambia, in 1974. She moved to the UK with her family when she was 10 years old. She studied English and History at the University of Nottingham, and then went on to work as a journalist for a number of newspapers and magazines.
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