Time for a vanishing spell! Moment commuter train ruins Harry Potter fans’ view of the Hogwarts Express as it passes through Scottish station Harry Potter fans’ view of the Hogwarts Express was blocked by a ScotRail train Fanatics had gathered at Drumry train station in Dunbartonshire on Monday But some fans only saw the 4.12pm commercial … Read more
Fans of the NFL have been expressing their dismay at how the NFL has become ‘politicized’ in the wake of recent Black Lives Matter protests. Teams opening their seasons in empty stadiums on Sunday knelt, locked arms, raised fists in protest or stayed off the field entirely for the ‘Star-Spangled Banner’ and the Black anthem … Read more
Ailing Pizza Express has confirmed it plans to permanently shut 73 of its restaurants, putting 1,100 jobs at risk. The closures span Aberdeen to Torquay, including its original site in Wardour Street in Soho, London, which opened in 1965. Other sites across major cities including Birmingham, Bristol and Edinburgh are also set to stay closed … Read more
Jon Winkelried – Co-CEO of TPG Capital – the owners of Prezzo through a UK holding company American financial executive Jon Winkelried is the Co-CEO of TPG Capital, a US private equity firm which ultimately owns Italian restaurant chain Prezzo through a UK holiday company American financial executive Jon Winkelried is the Co-CEO of TPG Capital, … Read more
National Express set to use jobs bonus to cut bus fares: Coaches only running a fifth full after lockdown slump By Daily Mail City & Finance Reporter Published: 21:51 BST, 13 August 2020 | Updated: 21:51 BST, 13 August 2020 National Express plans to use £4million in job retention bonuses to slash ticket prices on … Read more
Teachers are alarmed by the decision to allow A-level pupils to use their mock results as their final grade. Mock results were described as the ‘most singularly inconsistent bit of information that could possibly be used’ and there were warnings the new system could actually increase unfairness. Many pupils are expected to demand schools submit … Read more
Pizza Express has said it could close around 67 of its UK restaurants, with up to 1,100 jobs at risk, as part of a major restructuring plan. The chain said it is planning to launch a company voluntary arrangement (CVA) in the ‘near future’ in a bid to push down its rents amid a ‘significantly … Read more
Sir Alan Parker, who directed films including Bugsy Malone, Midnight Express and Evita, has died at the age of 76. A statement from a spokeswoman, sent on behalf of the family, said Sir Alan died on Friday morning. A giant figure in British film, his career included films such as Midnight Express, Evita and The … Read more
Luxury rooms with en-suites, fine dining, spas, stunning countryside views. Not only can you find these at Britain’s luxury hotels, but also on its railways (and yes, even spas). Here we present some of the loveliest rail journeys in Britain, from the real-life Hogwarts Express to epic Pullman services. Scroll down for the inside track … Read more
Aaron Carter denies animal abuse after fans express concern over his pug Nala who he is accused of neglecting By Heather Waugh For Dailymail.com Published: 15:26 BST, 24 July 2020 | Updated: 15:26 BST, 24 July 2020 Aaron Carter has denied dog abuse allegations following reports he’s been neglecting his pug Nala. People have reported … Read more