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Young Reporter, Autumn Statement: What You Need to Know - Luxia Logendra, TGS
As the autumn leaves fall, so do the pivotal announcements of the Autumn Statement, where the Chancellor of the Exchequer, Jeremy Hunt, has revealed the annual fiscal plan. Following the latest disclosure, the nation prepares for significant economic
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Young Reporter: Winter Wonderland, Nadia Gyamfi -Epsom College
You know it’s Christmas time in London when Winter Wonderland opens up in Hyde Park. This is the mark of the festive season, and it opened on November 17th and closes on the 1st of January. Its captivating attractions entice all locals and tourists
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Young Reporter: TBOSAS Hunger Games Prequel, Sophia Walters, Townley
After 9 years, the Hunger Games and the world of Panem has finally returned to our screens. I remember when I first read the Hunger Games; I got them for my birthday and devoured them at an unfathomable rate. The world author Suzanne Collins built
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Young Reporter: London's Best Korean BBQ! - Jazzelle Alvaran, Gumley School
Embark on a culinary journey filled with sizzling delights and mouthwatering aromas at 'Yori,' a Korean barbecue haven that elevates the art of grilling to new heights. With many locations around London, such as Ealing, Piccadilly Circus, Convent
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young reporters a teachers life lilly mai cook bow school
As I walked through the corridors of my school and looked at the teachers I always thought about how a teacher's life really is. So when I had the idea to interview three teachers that have had an impact in my school life. In this article I will be
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Young Reporter, Janaii Coote: Anti-Racism in London - ACEN Conference
Some people say that hate is taught, not instinctive. Taught in the home, taught in the schools, taught in the workplace. The detrimental impact of colonialism has meant that Britain has enabled institutional racism to run rife for too long. How can
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Young Reporter: My Neighbour Totoro – Calum Skinner, Dulwich College
The theatrical adaption by the Royal Shakespeare Company of the beloved Studio Ghibli film My Neighbour Totoro is currently showing at the Barbican, and a week ago I was lucky enough to have tickets to see it. The highlight of the show for me was
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Young Reporter; Santa Claus is coming to Acton! - Amira Ishak Gumley House
The Christmas spirit is present in Acton, as Acton High Street and Churchfield Road have been lit up with beautiful decorations. Last year, the people of Acton were gifted with a beautiful giant teddy bear holding a Christmas present in Acton Market
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Young Reporter: Colour Theory at a Glance - Juliet Raczkiewicz StPhils
When we hear the term ‘colour theory’, many of us find it daunting, associating it with the rich pristine traditional artists who study art like a science, when in reality colour theory can be simplified to a few key ideas. Here are some basics of
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Young Reporter, Embracing Diversity, Morgan Gasperazzo, Colfe's School
Acceptance of LGBT+ people over time has generally been on the rise. Advancements in psychology have helped to better emphasise with each other, whereas improvements in technology have allowed us to easily communicate with each other regardless of
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Young Reporter: A review on ‘A View From The Bridge’ - Malaikah Zahid Gumley House
Step into a world where confusion intertwines with awe, leaving audiences on the edge of their seats. ‘A View From The Bridge’ from Arthur Miller, directed by Moi Tran, transcends the ordinary, delivering jaw-dropping moments that challenge perception
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Young Reporter Janaii Coote Colfe's School: What is life like with a chronic illness?
Did you know the human body contains almost a gallon of blood? That’s 16 full cups of blood flowing through your heart, arteries and veins at all times! The miracles of the human body are fascinating, but how often is it that we think deeply about
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Young Reporters | Go Spellers! | Mohammad Ishaq, Bow School
Spelling is a crucial part of everyday life, whether your in school writing an essay, or you're writing an email to your boss. It is necessary to be able to have proper punctuation and spelling. And how is the best way of learning how to spell? In
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Young Reporter 'Owning a Leopard Gecko' by Akshay Phian Hampton School
For the past 9 years I have been lucky enough to have owned my leopard gecko called ‘Flash’, he is an orange Leopard gecko measuring 10 and a half inches in length and weighing about 80 grams. Over the 9 years that I’ve had him so far, I’ve learnt
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Young Reporter: School's New Hedgehog House by Tabitha Bongers, RGS
Students at Reigate Grammar School have been involved in constructing a new hedgehog house as part of a project connected with the Wilder Schools programme. As well as providing essential shelter and safety for hedgehogs, the house could encourage
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Young Reporter: Cinderella is Dead-Hannah Van Den Bergh, Burntwood School
Cinderella is Dead by Kalynn Bayron is a dystopian story based upon the fairy tale of Cinderella. We all know the cookie cutter tale of Cinderella – evil stepmother, fairy godmother, fancy ball… lah di dah. This book, however, is set 200 years after
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Young Reporter: Pro-Palestine Sparks Controversy at the Cenotaph Arabella Coombes SJS
Remembrance Day at the Cenotaph in London is a poignant time of reflection and solemnity, commemorating years of worldwide suffering. But this year, against the backdrop of ongoing atrocities in the Middle East, Ukraine, Yemen, and Syria, the true
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Young Reporter : Chicago Grill - food with a twist by Tyra, Gumley
If you have a craving for a delicious yet balanced burger. Your taste buds will be met at Chicago Grill. They have different varieties and variations of chicken, beef and steak whilst also being halal. I got to enjoy the Michigan BBQ Combo, it
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Young Reporter Music Exam Stress Tips by Aaliyah Hall Townley Grammar
Many people, young and old alike, enjoy playing an instrument of any sort. Whether that is the classical piano or something more unique such as didgeridoo, there is an instrument out there for everyone. Around 76% of children between the ages
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Young Reporter Rugby World Cup 2023 – The Best Ever? Thomas Massey Hampton School
Now that the dust has settled on that tense and dramatic final between South Africa and New Zealand and in the week that England celebrated 20 years since winning the World Cup in Australia in 2003, it is time to reflect on the 2023 World Cup to discuss
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Young Reporter: Luna Halo seen from Maidenbower by Jasmine Oates RGS
On Saturday 25th November, a celestial halo was spotted circling the moon. This bright mysterious ring was seen from a garden in Maiden bower. This phenomenon is an optical illusion called a luna halo. It is caused by the refraction, reflection and
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Young Reporter-Demise of RomComs-Julia Makropoulos St Bede's School
The demise of the Romantic Comedy genre Romantic Comedies, as simply defined by google, are ‘films that deal with love in a light humorous way’. Distinguished by their cheesy one liners, relatable humour, and occasional emotional plot twists, a
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Young Reporter: Chinese Duck Dishes: A History by Jasmine Oates RGS
Peking duck: An aromatic, flavourful dish, packed with fragrance and meaty. This delicacy is thought to have originated during the 13th century Hangzhou. It later became a speciality in Nanjing, however Peking duck is named after Beijing, (Peking being
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Young Reporter: Potter in Concert-Rory Murray-Smith City of London
The Harry Potter™ Film Concert Series is a phenomenal experience that takes place once a year for two days in the Royal Albert Hall. Varying Harry Potter films are played on a huge screen while the music is replaced with a live performance of the score
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young reporters the justice system is corrupt by lilly mai cook bow school
Throughout life we are taught to trust those who enforce the law and that they will always be there to protect us and never cause us harm. So tell me why this summer a 13 year old black boy was rammed off his bike by a police van and handcuffed for
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Young Reporter - Wearing the White Ribbon- Sasha Siqueira Tiffin Girls
As the 16 days of activism against gender-based violence draws to a close, it is important to recognise arguably the most famous of the days- White Ribbon Day. Throughout the Tiffin Girls’ curriculum, they aim to educate themselves and others
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Young Reporter: Brewing Bubble Tea - Aishwarya Kajendra, RGS
Mooboo Redhill Bubble Tea has become a local favourite and in honour of their 1st Year Anniversary, on the 26th of November, the assistant manager, Sharmila Chatterjee agreed to do an interview regarding their one year journey. A: Congratulations
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Young Reporter: Empowering victims through domestic violence charity | Maama Eastbury
Earlier this year in March, figures from the Crime Survey for England and Wales, stated that the police recorded 889,918 domestic abuse-related crimes so far, and that is neglecting the number of cases that go unreported. Despite the wide array of
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Young Reporter - Karate is more than just a martial art - Elijah Pillemer JFS
TISKA Karate Edgware is a brilliant martial arts club in London. Every Week in a plethora of locations, the club takes place. People old and young practice karate and rank up through the belts, perfecting old moves and learning new ones all the time
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Young Reporter | Mercato Mayfair Food Hall | Isobel C Townley
Nestled in the heart of London’s Mayfair, Mercato Mayfair Food Hall stands as a haven for all food enthusiasts, enticing them with a varied range of culinary delights. This vibrant market is a testament to the city’s diverse food scene, celebrating
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Young Reporter: Tips to Save at Christmas by Jasmine Oates RGS
Everybody loves to splurge at Christmas. Whether it be presents for friends and family or even just to treat yourself, Christmas is a time of gifts and celebration and unfortunately, money. According to Statista, on average, people living in the South-East
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Duke of Edinburgh worth it or not - Priya Bandla Townley Grammar School
For anyone who doesn’t know what the Duke of Edinburgh is, here is a quick rundown. It’s a program with three stages; bronze, silver and gold, each involving four sections: volunteering, skill, physical, expedition and only for gold, residential. I
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Young Reporter White Ribbon Day Aashka Vardhman Tiffin Girls' School
The Tiffin Girls’ School celebrated White Ribbon Day on 24 November 2023, an annual event specifically held to spread awareness on stopping male violence against females as this occurs at a disturbingly higher rate than violence towards males. The
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Young Reporter_Rangoli Competition at TGS_AksharaIynkaran_TiffinGirls
In celebration of the Hindu festival diwali, The Tiffin Girls’ School hosted a rangoli inter-house competition on Wednesday the 8th of November for years 7 to 9 and Thursday the 9th for years 10, 11 and 12. The competition was a raging success, as
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Young Reporter Music for the Homeless Joshua Rhodes Merchant Taylor
Music for the Homeless On the 18th of November, the annual children’s charity concert was held in Pinner Baptist church, this year to raise money in support of homelessness charity Crisis. After watching a short video about how the charity helped
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Young Reporter Fifty Shades of Deceit, Aleeza Noman Seven Kings School
In 2023 it’s estimated that 20.5% of children aged 11-17 have used e-cigarettes or vapes. That’s a shocking increase from 15.8% in 2022 and 13.9% in 2020 before the first COVID-19 lockdown. These appalling statistics are credited to the allure of colourful
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Young Reporter-Diverse perspectives within 10Hestia by Tiara O
10Hestia is a class in Townley Grammar School, dare I say the best class, and is known for being quite a quiet form. Well take a guess at what this article is about, you will be peering into the lives and opinions of one of the greatest classes!
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Young Reporter | TEAM: “the women’s game” | Harriet Dexter, LEH
From the 5th to the 7th of December, a cast of students from the LEH senior school and Hampton High is performing a new play, ‘TEAM’ by Beattie Green, in the Jane Ross Theatre. As Beattie describes, ‘TEAM’ is a play “about women’s football away from
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Young Reporter Embracing Diversity at Wilson's School Savir K Wilson's School
Languages, like vibrant threads in our existence, define our culture and identity. They are not mere tools of communication; they are the essence of our connection to loved ones and the bridge to our heritage. At Wilson's School, the celebration of
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Young Reporter: A Spectacular Premiere - Sunbry Yu Freemens
Amid the city lights and eager anticipation, the Adrian Mann Theatre has emerged as a shining star in the cultural constellation, engulfing audiences in a spectacular lightshow of the arts and is a must visit for anyone in the Epsom area. One of
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Young Reporter: LHR to JFK in 3 Hours | Ayaan Shaikh - Wilson's School
As a high school student deeply fascinated by the advancements in aviation, I find the introduction of the Boom Overture aircraft to be a groundbreaking development, especially for us in London. This innovative aircraft promises to revolutionize air
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Young Reporter Carshalton's 'Spilt Milk' Annabel O'Neill St Phils
As the season nears winter and the layers of coats, scarves, hats come out, the remedy to a cold afternoon is some hearty and delicious food and drink, and ‘Spilt Milk’ located on Carshalton High Street is the perfect place to go. Opening in August
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“Games best played with Friends” Burntwood School RJ
Hosting a gathering of friends is a perfect opportunity to create lasting memories filled with laughter and fun. If you want to try out new things with your group and don’t know what, well here’s how to elevate the fun to the next level, consider incorporating
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Young Reporter: Impacts AI Will Have on Our Lives - Kai Zhao Colfes
With technology advancing at an unstoppable pace, artificial intelligence (AI) has the potential to drastically alter every aspect of our lives, affecting not just our businesses but also our everyday lives and how we function. Altering educational
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Young Reporter┃"Just deal with it!"┃Sabbir Ahmed, Bow School
Stress can be a difficult concept to understand and, involuntarily, a difficult concept to control. Students can face overwhelming stress, as they struggle to wrap around copious amounts of studying. Stress is a struggle. But the real struggle is learning
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Young Reporter: The Impact of Coronavirus on the Asian Community - Kai Zhao Colfes
The Asian community has experienced particular difficulties as a result of the global coronavirus pandemic. When the virus first appeared in Wuhan, China, and then spread throughout the world, Asians were disproportionately targeted for stigma and
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Young Reporter - The 2020 Effect - Avani A Townley Grammar School
In the wake of the seismic events of 2020, a peculiar phenomenon has changed society’s grip on reality – the 2020 Effect. It's a subtle but profound shift in the way we perceive time, leaving many feeling like they've stepped into a reality where the
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Young Reporter: Celebrated too early? by Ciara McKernan-Wink Gumley House
All over the country, high streets are being lit up with their Christmas lights. Christmas adverts have been playing since the first of November, along with Christmas songs. Here lies a question- do we celebrate Christmas too early? Christmas
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Young Reporter | Remembrance Sunday | Alexandria C | KGS
Remembrance Sunday is a time where the whole country comes together to commemorate the sacrifices people made during the First and Second World Wars, as well as recognising those who continue to suffer from conflicts around the world. In my local area
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YOUNG REPORTER: Resilience: Combating Climate Change Kai Zhao Colfes
It's up to us, the resilient youth, to rise above the ominous shadow of climate change and pave the way for a sustainable tomorrow in a world where our future is at stake. An increase of 1.1C in global temperature has led to extreme weather globally
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Young Reporter Janaii Coote, Colfe's School: Normal People Book Review
Sally Rooney’s best seller, coming-of-age story, ‘Normal People’, unpicks modern relationships for what they really are. Turbulent, complex and passionate. Dubbed as the ‘Salinger for the Snapchat generation’, Rooney truly does appeal to the younger
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Young Reporter: Finding your hobbies Osob Dualle Burntwood School
FINDING YOUR HOBBIES Why finding your passion is important? In life, you need things to motivate you and help you stay on track, with your goals and achievements. Being passionate allows you to have a growth mindset and will help drive your
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Young Reporter: When should Christmas decorations be put up? Atul V, Dulwich College
This is a highly disputed topic as everyone celebrates Christmas their own way, but surely, we can find a time when it is best to set up Christmas decorations. The logical approach: As Christmas is a very popular holiday to
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Young Reporter: Do teenagers choose not to sleep? - Beyza Cummins, CHS
It will come as no surprise to you that sleep is important, specifically for teenagers, however it will also be unsurprising that this advice is usually ignored. One of the reasons for this is the lack of understanding possessed by teenagers on the
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Young Reporter- Countdown to Christmas - Kiruthiga K - Townley Grammar
The festive season is near approaching, with advent calendars about to be brought out, ready for December 1st, Christmas lights being put up in the streets and in our houses and the cold weather attacking us, although this has been very much present
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Young Reporter: Frosty Fun in Wimbledon by Giulia Chiarito, Ursuline
Frosty Fun and Merriment: Unwrapping Holiday Joy in Wimbledon! Wimbledon, renowned for its prestigious tennis championships, transforms into a winter wonderland during the holiday season, offering residents and visitors a myriad of festive
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Young Reporter- Christmas and consumerism. Mariella George-Moore. Thomas Tallis
Black Friday can be traced back to the 1960s in the USA, when stores’ books and accounts moved from “red” to “black”, when they began to make a profit. However, Black Friday was not brought to the UK until 2010, when it was introduced by Amazon. It
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YoungReporter Ending Discrimination in Schools X.Osgood ColfesSchool
Every day the world is becoming more aware of racist, sexist, homophobic, and ableist prejudice. On the flip side, governments around the world appear to be becoming more xenophobic and the Black Lives Matter movement and Pride marches have never seemed
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Young Reporters- The Great Pig Project - Evie R- Townley Grammar
Did you know that the UK was found to be home to approximately 5.2 million pigs in 2022 which equates to roughly one pig per 12 million people (about the population of Wales and London combined). Aside from discussions around meat, we never
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Is VAR ruining the beautiful game? Young Reporter. Marcus S, Hampton
Recently, the introduction of Video Assistant Referee (VAR) technology in football has sparked intense debate among fans, players and pundits alike. While VAR was intended to increase the accuracy of decisions, some say it may be taking away from the
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Young Reporter, The Little Big Things Review, Morgan Gasperazzo, Colfe's School
A heart wrenching but hilarious tale, The Little Big Things stands out as a true masterclass in storytelling. ★★★★★ The fifth show at theatreland’s new venue, @sohoplace, immerses the audience in an emotional and uplifting adventure
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Young Reporter: A review on Ms Marvel - Zoie Gastador, Gumley House Convent School
Captain Marvel, also known as Carol Danvers, has exacted revenge on the Supreme Intelligence after reclaiming her identity from the despotic Kree. However, as a result of unforeseen events, Carol is left to bear the weight of an unstable universe.
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Young Reporter SIX the Musical Eloise Barker JAGS
Divorced, beheaded, and died. Divorced beheaded survived. Six the musical is based on the lives of Henry XIII’s wives and is revolutionary. Despite the pandemic, has taken the world by storm winning awards all over the world and having many tours.
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Young Reporter: The Resilience of an Evacuee - Karrae Green Bow school
Will we ever truly understand the resilience of a child in the face of war? Some experiences of war will be hidden away from society forever, however some are still alive to tell their story, my great grandmother, Brenda, born on March 24, 1935, who
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Young Reporter, A chat with Ben Postlewait, Morgan Gasperazzo, Colfe's School
In a world where a tap on a screen captures a moment instantaneously, it's refreshing to step into a realm where each photograph is a journey. In this article, we explore the world of analogue photography with Benjamin Postlewait, a pinhole photographer
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Young Reporter Sticks'n'Sushi Maya Marner
An amazing, new restaurant has just opened, and it might be the perfect one for you. At Sticks’n’Sushi you will can enjoy timeless, traditional dishes and explore different cultures with friends and family! What sets this restaurant apart from
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Hundreds of homes to be built for rough sleepers in London
Almost 350 homes for rough sleepers in London are set to be built using Government cash – with more to come, ministers have said. It comes following a record-high number of people recorded rough sleeping in the capital, as more than 4,000 people
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Are crochet patterns "stolen" or "inspired" ? by Ronni Wan, St Philomenas
As each day the temperature drops lower, the impending doom of finishing my handmade coasters crawls a bit closer. I’m sure that you’re no stranger to knitting or crocheting as a hobby during the colder months, cozying in a chair with a basket of yarn
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Young Reporter, Wimbledon "Kick start winter", Oliver Richard Whitgift
Christmas has already started in Wimbledon Town with their Wimbledon Winterfest. Everything, from ice sculpting to children’s sled themed swings, was free. Attendees of all ages could enjoy the wide range of activities offered at this event which were
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Young Reporter|Charlton Continues Their Undefeated Run|Tilly G|TGS
Charlton Athletic secured a 2-1 victory over Cheltenham Town on Tuesday night at the Valley. With an early goal for Cheltenham from Will Goodwin, the Addicks soon equalised with a penalty scored by Alfie May. A slow second half followed, with many
