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‘Starstruck’ review: Second time’s not the charm for this London-set rom-com

When “Starstruck” premiered on HBO Max last June, I likened it to “Notting Hill” for millennials, about a quippy Londoner named Jessie working two dead-end jobs and staring down her 30s (the thrillingly funny Rose Matafeo, also the show’s creator) who forges an unlikely romance with a famous movie star…

Chicago Tribune · Mar 24, 2022

NATO united against Russia, but rejects calls to send troops to Ukraine

Western leaders showcased their unity against Russia's war in Ukraine on Thursday, with Washington seeking increased military aid for Kyiv, NATO assigning more troops to its eastern flank and London imposing fresh sanctions against Moscow.

Radio France Internationale · Mar 24, 2022

Distraught Lebanese depositors fight for their life savings

When a Lebanese bank told Aref Yassin it had closed accounts worth $20 million belonging to the professional syndicate he heads and issued a cheque for the balance that was worth a fifth of its face value, he took the matter to court.

Reuters · Mar 24, 2022

Cecily Haynes-Hart obituary

Other lives: Teacher in Guyana and south London determined to raise achievement and foster leadership in young people

The Guardian - UK · Mar 24, 2022

Who is the sanctioned ‘stepdaughter’ of the Russian foreign minister?

Polina Kovalena is the alleged stepdaughter of Sergei Lavrov, and is said to own a London property worth around £4m.

The Independent UK · Mar 24, 2022

Sadiq Khan defends bumper pay hike for London Underground staff after row over Tube strikes

Tube drivers set for increase of almost £5,000 a year under inflation-busting deal

Evening Standard · Mar 24, 2022

Mayor outlines plan to restore trust in Met but critics claim it lacks detail

Sadiq Khan said he is determined to ‘drive the changes and reforms needed’ within the police force.

The Independent UK · Mar 24, 2022

Edinburgh only location outside London selling 'hottest watch on the planet'

The exclusive collaboration between Omega and Swatch has brought customers the Moonswatch that will be available in Edinburgh and London for only £207 from March 26

Edinburgh Live · Mar 24, 2022

Transport for London offers free travel to Ukrainian refugees

Transport for London (TfL) is offering Ukrainian refugees free travel on all of its services.

Evening Standard · Mar 24, 2022

Why I live in Wembley Park: Strictly’s Neil Jones on the best places to go in his ‘unique, modern’ London neighbourhood

You might not recognise him without the fake tan and glitter, because Neil Jones is better known as one of Strictly’s professional dancers. When not cha-cha-cha-ing, the 39-year-old lives in a rented flat in Wembley Park.

Evening Standard · Mar 24, 2022