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WorldBFI IMAX adds The Odyssey tickets after sell-out
The BFI IMAX is releasing more tickets for The Odyssey after its initial 173 IMAX 70mm screenings sold out. New showings begin September 1, with tickets on sale July 31 at 2pm. The film has generated £750,000 in advance sales.
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WorldThree jailed for Richmond jewellery shop raid
Three men have been sentenced to jail for a daylight jewellery shop raid in Richmond on 31 January. The theft involved £225,000 worth of stock. Deniz Mehmet, Robert Clarke, and Lee Ramsey admitted the offence and were identified through CCTV and forensic analysis.
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WorldPiano teacher banned from teaching after indecent images conviction
David Eccott, a 75-year-old piano teacher, has been banned from teaching indefinitely after being convicted of making and distributing indecent images of children. He continued to teach for a year after his arrest before disclosing it to his employer.
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WorldMan dies at Frinton-on-Sea beach
A man has died after getting into difficulty in the water at Frinton-on-Sea beach in Essex on July 28. Emergency services were called to the scene near The Esplanade at 2.10pm. A seven-year-old boy also died on the same day following a separate beach incident.
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WorldTonali joins Tottenham for club-record £100m
Sandro Tonali has completed a club-record £100m transfer to Tottenham Hotspur. The midfielder stated he took just 10 minutes to decide on the move after meeting manager Roberto De Zerbi.
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WorldEstate Demolition Halted by High Court Ruling
Demolition of the Lesnes Estate in Thamesmead is paused following a High Court decision. A judicial review will assess if Bexley Council had all necessary information before approving Peabody Housing Association's redevelopment plans for 2,800 homes.
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WorldLondon braces for five days of rain
London is forecast to experience five consecutive days of rain starting August 4, according to BBC Weather. This follows a recent heatwave where temperatures reached 33C on July 29. Other weather services also predict showers.
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Boy, 7, dies after West Mersea sea rescue
A seven-year-old boy has died a week after a sea rescue in West Mersea. Musa Ahmed was pulled from the water on 22 July along with five relatives. His cousin and aunt drowned at the scene.
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WorldPolice seize 13 supercars on M11
Essex Police seized 13 high-performance vehicles, including Lamborghinis and a Ferrari, on the M11. The seizure followed reports of excessive speeding, sudden braking, and dangerous manoeuvres disrupting traffic near Stansted Airport.
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WorldSEND pupils need more employer opportunities
Thomas Keaney, CEO of TCES, is challenging employers and apprenticeship providers to offer more opportunities for SEND pupils. He states that despite preparation, these students face significant barriers securing work experience and apprenticeships, calling for stronger partnerships with specialist schools.
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WorldBirmingham man fined £3,905 for fly-tipping in Barkingside
A man from Birmingham has been ordered to pay nearly £4,000 after being caught fly-tipping outside a bingo hall in Barkingside. Martin Stokes was fined after CCTV footage showed him dumping waste, including mattresses and a fridge-freezer.
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WorldBroadstairs Sea View Homes Up £128,943 Since 2019
House prices for properties with sea views in Broadstairs, Kent, have increased by an average of £128,943 since 2019. This rise outpaces national property value increases and coincides with a population decrease in London.
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WorldBarnes Park Plans Include Climate Refuge
Plans submitted to Richmond Council propose a major transformation of Vine Road Recreation Ground in Barnes. The redevelopment includes a new pavilion designed as a climate refuge and emergency base, alongside a wetland area, redesigned playground, woodland zone, and skatepark.
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WorldAirport Dad is UK's top travel personality
New research from Manchester Airport suggests 42% of Britons identify as 'Airport Dad', the organised traveller who manages passports and departure times. The study surveyed 2,000 people, identifying three other common airport personalities.
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WorldBlackwall and Silvertown tunnel charges to rise
The cost of driving through the Blackwall and Silvertown tunnels will increase from Monday 21 September. Peak charges for cars and small vans will rise by 5% to £4.20, with off-peak rates also increasing.
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Couple uses leaf blower as fan in heatwave
A couple was seen using an Aldi leaf blower as a makeshift fan in a park during a heatwave, with temperatures reaching 33 degrees. Aldi UK's Chief Commercial Officer commented on the creative cooling method.
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Martin Lewis slams Wotsits packaging
Consumer champion Martin Lewis has criticised the packaging of Wotsits, stating that the nutritional information provided is misleading. He highlighted that a 36g bag lists calories for a 30g serving, not the full bag content.
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Nectar points now earnable on Uber Eats grocery orders
Sainsbury's shoppers can now earn Nectar points on grocery orders placed through the Uber Eats app. The scheme covers over 1,300 stores, with points credited within 28 days. Certain items are excluded from earning rewards.
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WorldHarry Potter play marks 10 years in West End
Harry Potter And The Cursed Child is celebrating a decade at London's Palace Theatre. The two-part play, which premiered in 2016, has been performed 1,762 times and featured 276 cast members.
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WorldLondon Assembly wants TfL to control driverless taxi trials
The London Assembly is urging ministers to grant Transport for London (TfL) full oversight of driverless taxi trials. This call comes amid concerns that the Department for Transport (DfT) is bypassing TfL's authority, despite the organisation's role in taxi licensing and its stated commitment to safety and mayoral transport goals.
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