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Man accused of ‘beheading’ cats found in north London denies animal cruelty

David Avhanvhondo, 56, is alleged to have mutilated some of the animals between September last year and February.

The Independent UK · Feb 16, 2023

Consent: ‘I’m a London sixth former and Channel 4’s new drama felt very real — that’s what made it horrifying’

East London sixth former Zaara Chadda, 16, watched Channel 4’s sexual assault drama with horror — but only because the scenes and characters were so familiar. She explains why she thinks it should be shown in schools

Evening Standard · Feb 16, 2023

Stars attend memorial for punk designer Vivienne Westwood

Fashion and music stars including Victoria Beckham, Stormzy and Kate Moss have gathered at a London cathedral to remember fashion designer Vivienne Westwood

The Independent UK · Feb 16, 2023

Ireland’s biggest hotel company targets Arsenal fans with new £44.3 million North London property

Dalata Hotel Group has acquired a property on the Seven Sisters Road

Evening Standard · Feb 16, 2023

Freezer removed again from Banksy’s Valentine’s Day Mascara artwork

The Red Eight Gallery in London said the work had been safely removed while a permanent home is found.

The Independent UK · Feb 16, 2023

There is a path to Scottish independence. Sturgeon was brilliant, but she just couldn’t see it

So-called devo max, offering much more autonomy, had real possibilities. It’s probably the SNP’s best option even now, says Guardian columnist Simon Jenkins

The Guardian - UK · Feb 16, 2023

Porn, slut-shaming and salacious WhatsApps: how new drama Consent exposes the shocking reality for teens today

Channel 4’s ‘factual’ 50-minute show gives a shocking new insight into the reality for teenagers today – so is it as true to life as young people say? And should it be shown in schools as a warning of what can go wrong? Katie Strick reports

Evening Standard · Feb 16, 2023

Vivienne Westwood memorial: Victoria Beckham and Kate Moss lead fashion elite at farewell service

Victoria Beckham, Jonathan Ross, Paloma Faith, Kate Moss and Helena Bonham Carter are all celebrating the life of iconic British fashion designer Dame Vivienne Westwood at a memorial service in London's Southwark Cathedral today

Daily Mirror · Feb 16, 2023

Maura Higgins shows off dramatic new look at red carpet appearance

Maura rocked a new bob haircut and full fringe at the premiere of Creed III in London last night

Irish Mirror · Feb 16, 2023

'We stormed boohoo's event on ethical clothing. This is what they had to say about it'

Fair fashion campaigner Venetia La Manna is one of eight protestors that interrupted boohoo's event in London yesterday to confront representatives over 'inadequate workers' rights and greenwashing'

Daily Mirror · Feb 16, 2023