City news and city life — London and UK urban centres
Rebecca Haines 
Bernard Manning was an English comedian and nightclub owner who became one of the most recognised—and divisive—figures in British entertainment. His career, which spanned five decades, was rooted in the working men’s clubs of northern England before propelling him to national fame on 1970s television. Born in Manchester in 1930, Manning used the Embassy Club … Read more
Jeremy Dufrene is a Louisiana airboat captain and alligator-tour guide who has spent most of his life navigating the bayous around Des Allemands. His public profile changed dramatically in 2024 when he married singer Lana Del Rey. Where most public figures build their fame through entertainment or business, Dufrene comes from a different background entirely. … Read more
Alicia Vikander is a Swedish actress who transitioned from a disciplined classical ballet career to become one of cinema’s most versatile leading performers. Her Oscar-winning turn in The Danish Girl and scene-stealing presence in Ex Machina established her as a critical and commercial force in Hollywood. Born and raised in Gothenburg, Sweden, Vikander’s journey from … Read more
England’s highest mountain, Scafell Pike, rises to 978 metres (3,209 feet) in the heart of the Lake District National Park. Every year, thousands of walkers make the journey to its summit, drawn by the challenge and the sweeping views of Cumbria. The mountain is also a central pillar of the National Three Peaks Challenge, standing … Read more
The UK job market is one of the largest in Europe, with a robust system connecting applicants to vacancies. Finding the right opportunity depends on knowing where to look and understanding the rules, especially for foreign applicants. This guide covers official portals, visa sponsorship, entry-level options, and the practical steps of the application process. The … Read more
Esther McVey is a British Conservative politician, former television presenter, and broadcaster who has served as the Member of Parliament for Tatton since 2017. Her career spans media, business, and senior government roles, including Secretary of State for Work and Pensions and Minister without Portfolio. This profile covers her political career, personal life, early background, … Read more
The VW Transporter has remained a staple of European roads since 1950, evolving from the rear-engined original “Bulli” into a family of panel vans, Kombis, and camper bases. For the 2025 model year, Volkswagen has expanded the range to include all-electric and plug-in hybrid powertrains alongside the proven 2.0L TDI diesel. With more than 12 … Read more
Robert Sugden Returns to Emmerdale 2025: Why He’s Back & What Happens Next Robert Sugden is back in Emmerdale, and his return began with one of the soap’s biggest shocks. The character, played by Ryan Hawley, reappeared during Aaron Dingle and John Sugden’s wedding in May 2025, told Aaron he still loved him, and instantly … Read more
Spike Lee is an American filmmaker, writer, producer, actor, and professor best known for films about race, class, and identity in Black America. He was born Shelton Jackson Lee on March 20, 1957, in Atlanta, Georgia, raised in Brooklyn, and studied at Morehouse College and NYU’s Tisch School of the Arts. From the low-budget success … Read more
Farrah Fawcett was an American actress and model who became a major pop-culture icon in the 1970s through Charlie’s Angels and the famous red swimsuit poster. She died on June 25, 2009, in Santa Monica, California, after a long battle with cancer. The story behind that image is less well known. Fawcett was born in … Read more