Day: March 23, 2024
Man who fled Honduras violence left homeless after suspected arson attack in Hackney
March 23, 2024An asylum seeker who fled gang violence in Honduras has been left homeless and unable to work after his documents were destroyed in a suspected arson attack in Hackney. Yefrin Zepeda, 29, lost the few possessions he had when a fire tore through the ground floor and first floor of a three-storey house on Newick […]
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World leaders pay tribute after Princess of Wales reveals shock cancer diagnosis
March 23, 2024Kate, who is casually dressed in the video and sitting on a bench, added: “It has taken me time to recover from major surgery in order to start my treatment. But, most importantly, it has taken us time to explain everything to George, Charlotte and Louis in a way that is appropriate for them, and […]
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What I Rent: Co-workers Abbie and Niamh’s £1,550-a-month two-bed in Harlesden
March 23, 2024Welcome back to What I Rent – Metro’s tenant diary series that explores what renting is like in the UK and further afield. Last week, we visited Michele Theil in Ware, who left London in 2022 for the green pastures of Hertfordshire. Though she rents her two-bedroom flat by herself, she’s considering moving in with a friend to save money, […]
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I stayed in London’s award-winning £42 per night hotel that’s cheaper than my commute
March 23, 2024What’s cosy, convenient and cheaper than my daily commute? A stay in an award-winning London hotel, apparently. Hub by Preminer Inn, a little-known offshoot to the superbrand, was recently crowned the UK’s best hotel chain, with rooms in the capital starting at just £42 per night. Intrigued by the hype, an easy commute and that […]
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7 free open iftars in London available to all during Ramadan 2024
March 23, 2024Iftar is the well-earned meal eaten by Muslims who have been fasting from sunrise to sunset during the month of Ramadan. The holy time sees a billion Muslims around the world take part in the monthly ritual where they refrain totally from food and drink (including water) during daylight hours. But not everyone has access […]
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6 free open iftars available to all during Ramadan 2024
March 23, 2024Iftar is the well-earned meal eaten by Muslims who have been fasting from sunrise to sunset during the month of Ramadan. The holy time sees a billion Muslims around the world take part in the monthly ritual where they refrain totally from food and drink (including water) during daylight hours. But not everyone has access […]
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