Thursday 31 August 2017

Warning over 'looming secondary school place squeeze'

For the sixth year in a row, councils warn schools could soon be thousands of places short.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-41110662

Inefficient vacuum cleaner sales banned

Those using more than 900 watts and emitting more than 80 decibels are now banned in Europe's shops.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-41119355

Arriva Rail North, Merseyrail and Southern staff go on strike

The industrial action is expected to hit up to 20,000 people going to Blackpool for the Illuminations switch-on.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-41109806

TUC says flexible working requests can end in worse outcomes

Two out of five low-paid young parents who request flexible working end up worse off, the TUC says.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/business-41113210

Transfer deadline day: Record broken by late flurry but big deals fall through

Premier League clubs take their deadline day spending to a record £210m but some of the highest-profile moves of the window fail to materialise.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41117302

Davide Zappacosta: Chelsea sign Italy defender from Torino

Chelsea sign Italy defender Davide Zappacosta from Torino on a four-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41119060

Joe Dodoo: Charlton sign Rangers striker on loan until January

Charlton Athletic sign striker Joe Dodoo on loan from Rangers until January.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41118601

Ross Barkley: Everton midfielder rejects Chelsea move

Ross Barkley turns down a move to Chelsea in order to stay at Everton, according to the club's majority shareholder.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41119055

Mamadou Sakho: Crystal Palace agree £26m fee for Liverpool defender

Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho is in London having a medical at Crystal Palace after the clubs agree a £26m deal.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41080393

Barnet: Chelsea forward Malakai Mars joins for undisclosed fee

League Two side Barnet sign Chelsea's teenage forward Malakai Mars for an undisclosed fee.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41118226

SanDisk Breaks Storage Record With 400GB microSD Card

SanDisk-Feature

A new microSD card delivers far more storage than previously available, with support for full HD videos and photos.

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Jota: Birmingham City sign Brentford winger for club-record fee & Jason Lowe

Birmingham City sign Brentford winger Jota for a club-record fee, plus ex-Blackburn midfielder Jason Lowe.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41108631

Yohan Mollo: Fulham sign former France Under-21 international

Championship side Fulham sign former France Under-21 international winger Yohan Mollo on a two-year deal.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41116435

Wednesday 30 August 2017

Apple, Bain Swoop in With Last-Minute Bid on Toshiba’s NAND Flash Business

Toshiba-Sign

A new offer from Bain Capital and Apple could snap up Toshiba's NAND flash memory business -- and the struggling company badly needs the uplift.

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Royal Mail Mount Pleasant sorting office sold for £193m

The six-acre Mount Pleasant site has planning permission to create 681 residential units.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41103361

Met Police used 'necessary' force on man Tasered 11 times

Joseph Hive was also hit with a patrol car and then shot by Metropolitan Police officers.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41098088

AMD Agrees to Pay $29.5 Million to Settle Fusion APU Litigation

Llano-Die

AMD has agreed to settle a lawsuit about the timing and communication of its Llano processor launch by paying $29.5M. The company did not admit wrongdoing.

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Man released after Buckingham Palace 'terror incident'

A 26-year-old remains in custody after a man brandished a sword outside Buckingham Palace.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41098988

Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain: Liverpool agree £40m deal for Arsenal midfielder

Liverpool agree a £40m deal to sign Arsenal and England midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41098529

Juan Foyth: Tottenham sign Estudiantes centre-back on five-year deal

Tottenham sign Argentine centre-back Juan Foyth from Estudiantes on a five-year deal.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41100066

Fear of failure

A former pupil of St Olave's School, accused of excluding people based on grades, says going there made him "scared of failure".

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/articles/41096763

Marek Rodak: Rotherham sign Fulham goalkeeper on season-long loan deal

League One side Rotherham United sign Fulham goalkeeper Marek Rodak on a season-long loan deal.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41098866

Intel’s New Xeon W Chips Bring Skylake-SP to Enterprise, Workstation LGA2066 Sockets

Xeon-W

Intel has launched a new Xeon W product family to bridge the gap between its multi-socket LGA3647 products and its consumer Core i9 hardware.

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Harlee Dean: Birmingham City sign Brentford defender for undisclosed fee

Birmingham City sign Brentford centre-back Harlee Dean on a three-year deal for an undisclosed fee.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41097841

Surrey v Middlesex: Third day abandoned because of rain

Rain prevents any play on the third day of the London derby between Surrey and Middlesex at The Oval.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/41098190

Andy Carroll watch robbery accused 'hid under mattress'

Jack O'Brien, 22, is accused of attempting to rob West Ham striker Andy Carroll on 2 November 2016.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41098087

What to Expect From the Xbox One X

Forza 7

New titles like Forza Motorsport 7 are looking superb on this half-step console, and older releases like Rise of the Tomb Raider are being jazzed up as well. Will the Xbox One X be able to deliver on all of our hopes and dreams? Let's dig in.

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The Movidius Myriad X VPU Packs a Custom Neural Compute Engine


Movidius' new Myriad X packs a specialized deep neural network engine, more of the company's vision processing SHAVE CPU cores, and expanded interconnect support, all while sticking to the Myriad 2's power consumption.

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George Lowe: Harlequins centre announces retirement

Harlequins centre George Lowe announces he has been forced to retire from rugby on medical advice.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/41095720

In pictures

Photographing the violent meeting in 1977 of the National Front and counter-protesters.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/in-pictures-41048711

Kieran Gibbs: Arsenal full-back joins West Brom for £7m

West Brom sign England left-back Kieran Gibbs from Arsenal for a fee in the region of £7m.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41095184

Eberechi Eze: Wycombe Wanderers sign QPR teenager on loan until January

Wycombe Wanderers sign 19-year-old midfielder Eberechi Eze from Queens Park Rangers on loan until 2 January.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41094391

Marcus Bettinelli: Fulham goalkeeper signs contract extension

Fulham goalkeeper Marcus Bettinelli signs a contract extension to stay with the Championship side until 2020.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41095712

Drinkwater asks to leave Leicester amid Chelsea bids

Leicester City midfielder Danny Drinkwater asks to leave the club amid interest from Chelsea, who have had two bids rejected.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41093997

Tuesday 29 August 2017

Ruling over 'Muslim foster case' girl

A judge places the five-year-old Christian girl in the permanent care of a relative.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41091300

Grammar school faces legal challenge on A-level places

A grammar school faces a legal challenge over stopping pupils from going into the final A-level year.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/education-41082417

Google ARCore Brings Augmented Reality to Android, Minus Tango

ARCore1

Google has kicked off a major new push into augmented reality with its ARCore software kit. This new augmented reality engine won't be quite as comprehensive as Project Tango, but it'll support significantly more hardware.

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'Electrical item' sparks Euston railway station evacuation

A small explosion has been reported at London Euston station, but no-one was injured, police say.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41090216

ET deals: Dell UltraSharp U3415W 34-inch curved 3440×1440 IPS monitor for $620

UltraSharp 34

Ready to leave your old 1080p monitor in the dust, and upgrade to a 3440x1440 ultra-wide display? Take a look at Dell's 34-inch UltraSharp U3415W. While this massive monitor is still on the pricey side, today's deal will save you a whopping 38% off the sticker price.

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Kent v Leicestershire: Neil Dexter's five wickets put visitors just on top

Neil Dexter takes five wickets against his former side Kent to put Leicestershire narrowly on top going into day three.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/41084464

Surrey v Middlesex: Late bowling fightback on day two keeps visitors in touch

Surrey fail to capitalise on fifties from Jason Roy and Ben Foakes and are bowled out for 280 by Middlesex at The Oval.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/41084219

Owen Farrell: England fly-half signs new Saracens contract to 2022

England and British & Irish Lions fly-half Owen Farrell signs a new five-year deal with Saracens until 2022.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/41089216

'My Muslim family and our foster kids'

How one family opens their home and their hearts to children of all faiths and ethnicities.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41085638

AMD Replaces Ryzen CPUs for Users Affected By Rare Linux Bug

Ryzen2-Feature

A rare bug has been causing stability issues for Ryzen 7 under certain heavy compiler workloads while running Linux. AMD is replacing the CPUs of affected customers.

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Police calls for mental health issues up by a third

Calls to the Metropolitan Police about mental health total 115,000, or about 315 a day.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41083507

Danielle Carter: Arsenal Women striker signs new "long-term" deal

England striker Danielle Carter signs a new "long-term" contract with Women's Super League One club Arsenal.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41087078

West Ham striker Andy Carroll relives gunpoint robbery attempt

West Ham striker Andy Carroll says he hit about 10 cars while being chased by two men on motorbikes.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41085258

Lancashire: Kyle Jarvis happy to see out contract after reports of Zimbabwe recall

Zimbabwe's Kyle Jarvis is happy with Lancashire, who have made an approach for Middlesex and England's Steven Finn.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/41076783

Sone Aluko: Reading to sign Nigeria forward from Fulham

Reading agree a deal to sign forward Sone Aluko from Championship rivals Fulham for a fee of around £7.5m

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41084378

Alexis Sanchez: Manchester City want Arsenal forward before deadline

Manchester City want to sign Arsenal forward Alexis Sanchez before Thursday's transfer deadline.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41084876

AMD’s Vega 56 Hits Store Shelves, Promptly Vanishes

AMD Radeon RX Vega 56

AMD's Vega officially shipped on Monday, but only for the briefest of instants. Maintaining supply in the face of cryptocurrency demand is shaping up to be a serious problem -- again.

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South London mother killed toddler by driving dangerously

Chidinma Anya crashed into a van killing her 18-month-old daughter and injuring the van driver.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41082054

SteamVR Will Support Windows Mixed Reality Devices

AcerHeadset

Acer's new $300 headset will compete against more expensive options from HTC and Vive -- and it'll do so while supporting SteamVR, as part of Microsoft's Mixed Reality push.

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RAF cadet Abdul Mayanja named as Stratford shooting victim

The 19-year-old was found by police after shots were fired in east London on Friday.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41082048

Mamadou Sakho: Crystal Palace want Liverpool defender before deadline

Crystal Palace retain a strong interest in bringing Liverpool defender Mamadou Sakho back to Selhurst Park.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41080393

Kevin Wimmer: Stoke sign Tottenham defender for £18m

Stoke City sign defender Kevin Wimmer from Premier League rivals Tottenham on a five-year deal for £18m.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41079784

Monday 28 August 2017

Dancing police officer at Notting Hill Carnival goes viral

This police officer at Notting Hill Carnival had some serious moves.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41078767

Palestinian cartoonist's 1987 murder reinvestigated

Naji Salim Hussain Al-Ali was shot in the neck in Knightsbridge as he walked to work in 1987.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41076473

Linfield forward Paul Smyth completes transfer to Queens Park Rangers

Linfield forward Paul Smyth signs a two-year deal with Championship club Queens Park Rangers after undergoing a medical.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41078211

Intel Can Now Mesh Different Process Nodes on the Same Chip


Intel has released details on a new interconnect approach that it's using for future FPGAs, and could make available in CPUs as well, if demand is significant.

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Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain: Chelsea set to sign Arsenal midfielder

Chelsea are set to sign Arsenal midfielder Alex Oxlade-Chamberlain, whose Gunners contract expires at the end of the season.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41077833

Arsenal: Arsene Wenger should leave the club, says former striker Ian Wright

Manager Arsene Wenger should leave Arsenal as they are in "crisis from top to bottom", according to former striker Ian Wright.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41077188

ET deals: Dell Inspiron 3650 Quad-Core Desktop PC for $649

Dell Inspiron ET

If you want a desktop PC with a good balance between performance and price, check out the Dell Inspiron 3650. With a quad-core Skylake processor and a substantial amount of memory, this flexible PC is a fantastic bargain when you use today's 47% total discount.

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Surrey v Middlesex: Visitors bowled out for 247 in London derby at The Oval

Middlesex are bowled out for 247 by Surrey at The Oval before hitting back with two late wickets.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/41074288

New Molten Salt Thorium Reactor Powers Up for First Time in Decades

thorium

A team from the Nuclear Research and Consultancy Group (NRG) the Netherlands has built the first molten salt reactor powered by thorium in decades.

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Sound of carnival: Taste of the 2017 Notting Hill Carnival

The bright colours, costumes and dancing of this year's Notting Hill Carnival.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41077075

Jeremie Boga: Birmingham City sign midfielder on season loan from Stamford Bridge

Birmingham City sign Chelsea's Ivory Coast international midfielder Jeremie Boga on a season's loan.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41076441

Andy Rubin’s Essential Phone Is Finally Shipping

462430-essential-phone-ph-1

The Essential Phone was unveiled in May, and we were told it would come out in just a few weeks. Here we are a few months later, and the Essential Phone is finally shipping.

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Review: Volvo’s 2018 Lineup Brings Style and 400-hp Hybrid Engines


Volvo continues its comeback with powerful four-cylinder engines and a super suite of safety features, including Pilot Assist self-driving.

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New 3D Printers Can Print Materials as Strong as Steel


Markforged printers use nylon, carbon fiber, and fiberglass to make more durable objects, but they don't come cheap.

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Best-Ever Image of Distant Star Shows Puzzling ‘Vigorous’ Currents


An international team of scientists has acquired an incredibly detailed image of the star -- it's the best image ever of a star outside our solar system.

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Notting Hill Carnival: More tributes to Grenfell victims

Thousands are preparing for a second day at Notting Hill Carnival, as the number of arrests are down on last year.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41072954

World Scrabble champ crowned after 74-point 'carrels'

David Eldar put down the word "carrels," a type of desk, to claim the title in Nottingham.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-nottinghamshire-41072154

Maidenhead United v Leyton Orient

Live coverage of Monday's National League game between Maidenhead United and Leyton Orient.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40995650

Maidstone United v Dagenham & Redbridge

Live coverage of Monday's National League game between Maidstone United and Dagenham & Redbridge.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40995645

Bromley v Sutton United

Live coverage of Monday's National League game between Bromley and Sutton United.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40995642

Arsene Wenger: Arsenal boss asks fans to keep faith after 'disastrous' Liverpool loss

Arsene Wenger calls on supporters to stick by his Arsenal team after what he describes as a "disastrous" 4-0 loss to Liverpool.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41069081

Sunday 27 August 2017

Notting Hill Carnival goers hold silence for Grenfell victims

The crowd erupted in applause for firefighters, who worked to save victims of the Grenfell fire.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41068095

Slaven Bilic: West Ham manager worried by Hammers' form after loss at Newcastle

West Ham manager Slaven Bilic admits to being worried by his side's form after they extend their winless start to the season at Newcastle.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41064063

Second arrest over palace 'terror incident'

Second man arrested over alleged terror incident near Buckingham Palace. The 30-year-old was held in west London

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41066529

Notting Hill Carnival: More than 50 years of fun

Every year more than one million people descend on the streets of west London to enjoy two days of festivities at the Notting Hill Carnival.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41051390

Saturday 26 August 2017

Notting Hill Carnival to open with Grenfell ceremony

Notting Hill Carnival will start with a release of doves as a "small act of remembrance".

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41064600

Steve Kavanagh: Millwall chief executive says club may have to consider relocation

Millwall chief executive Steve Kavanagh says the club may relocate if they are forced to sell land near their stadium.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41063803

Man, 19, dies following Newham shooting

Police found the victim after reports of shots being fired in Well Street on Friday.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41060604

Graduates take on social media challenge to attract employers

Holly and Miriam are on a mission to get noticed by employers.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41060602

Buckingham Palace arrest: Suspect carried sword in car

Commander Dean Haydon of the Met says three officers were injured in the incident by Buckingham Palace.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41061021

Jemma Beale case: Mahad Cassim's reputation 'ruined'

Mahad Cassim was handed a seven-year sentence after Jemma Beale falsely accused him of rape.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41060237

Leyton Orient v Eastleigh

Live coverage of Saturday's National League game between Leyton Orient and Eastleigh.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40984102

Sutton United v Maidstone United

Live coverage of Saturday's National League game between Sutton United and Maidstone United.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40984100

Dagenham & Redbridge v Bromley

Live coverage of Saturday's National League game between Dagenham & Redbridge and Bromley.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40984106

Rotherham United v Charlton Athletic

Live coverage of Saturday's League One game between Rotherham United and Charlton Athletic.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40983641

Barnet v Stevenage

Live coverage of Saturday's League Two game between Barnet and Stevenage.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40983811

AFC Wimbledon v Doncaster Rovers

Live coverage of Saturday's League One game between AFC Wimbledon and Doncaster Rovers.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40983642

Notting Hill Carnival 'aims to help Grenfell Tower healing'

The carnival will open on Sunday morning with a multi-faith prayer and release of doves as a "small act of remembrance".

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41060231

Rail passengers warned of bank holiday travel disruption

Bank holiday engineering work closes stations and disrupt lines in parts of Britain.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41057768

Met Police to 'prioritise visits for vulnerable victims'

Those with learning difficulties, elderly victims, and non-English speakers could be prioritised.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41059601

Friday 25 August 2017

Refugee picture exhibition to open in London

The exhibition features pictures of refugee journeys using Polaroid photos.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41011318

T20 Blast: Birmingham Bears chase 205 to beat Surrey in quarter-final

Grant Elliott's unbeaten 59 sees Birmingham Bears chase 205 to beat Surrey in the T20 Blast quarter-final.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/41050990

Police attacked outside Buckingham Palace

Two officers injured as a man is held on suspicion of GBH and assault on police outside Buckingham Palace.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41055985

NASA’s $3.5 billion plan could keep Yellowstone from ever erupting again

yellowstone spring

An eruption in Yellowstone could be a global cataclysm, but NASA has a plan to reduce the risk while also generating power.

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Half-Life’s Lead Writer Shares Details on How Episode III Would Have Ended

HL2-Photo

Half-Life's lead writer has published a work of "fan fiction" with details on how a group of heroes traveled to Antarctica to find a lost research vessel named the Hyperborea. It's totally not the plot of Half-Life 2, Episode 3. Nope. Nothing to see here.

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Blind Date couple reunite on Tube train 25 years on

Howard Griffiths filmed his meeting with Brigette, 25 years after their first and only date.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41050130

The London team taking Quidditch by storm

The sport created by JK Rowling in the Harry Potter books is now played for real.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41056969

DJI Will Brick ‘Spark’ Drones That Don’t Update to New Firmware

spark

The Spark drone aircraft, which launched a few months ago, packs premium features into a smaller, cheaper package. However, owners of the drone will need to upgrade their firmware soon or risk their drone turning into a non-flying brick.

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ET deals: Lenovo ThinkPad X1 Carbon 14-inch Ultrabook for $1029

ET ThinkPad X1

If you're looking for a thin, lightweight laptop with all-day battery life, check out the latest iteration of Lenovo's ThinkPad X1 Carbon. It only weighs about 2.5 pounds, measures six-tenths of an inch thick, and delivers up to 15.5 hours of battery life on a single charge. Better yet, today's coupon will help you save you hundreds off the list price.

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Boy, 13, guilty of park rape of boy on way to school

The teenage boy kicked and stamped on his victim before raping him, the court heard.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41053892

Harry Podmore: Derbyshire sign Middlesex seamer on 28-day loan

Derbyshire sign seamer Harry Podmore from Middlesex on an initial 28-day loan.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/41055594

Suspected drugs baron faces extradition to the US

The suspect is due to appear at Westminster Magistrates' Court, where extradition proceedings will begin.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41046786

Diego Costa: Chelsea striker would be welcome at Everton - Ronald Koeman

Everton boss Ronald Koeman is keen to sign a striker and would welcome a loan move for Chelsea outcast Diego Costa.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41054516

Eden Hazard: Chelsea boss Antonio Conte criticises Belgium over winger selection

Chelsea manager Antonio Conte says it is a "big mistake" for Belgium to select Eden Hazard for upcoming World Cup qualifiers.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41053754

Brentford v Wolverhampton Wanderers

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Championship game between Brentford and Wolverhampton Wanderers.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40983495

Notting Hill Carnival: Barriers to 'stop terrorism'

Scotland Yard said security plans had been "thoroughly reviewed" after the Barcelona attack.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41053884

Cardiff City v Queens Park Rangers

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Championship game between Cardiff City and Queens Park Rangers.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40983500

Kenedy: Chelsea winger given FA warning over social media comments

Chelsea winger Kenedy is given a formal warning by the FA for social media comments made on a pre-season tour of China.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41052575

James Brown: Millwall loan defender to Carlisle United until 1 January

Championship side Millwall loan defender James Brown to Carlisle United until 1 January.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41050157

Tottenham Hotspur v Burnley

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Tottenham Hotspur and Burnley.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40990430

HTC May Spin Off or Sell Its Virtual Reality Business

HTC Vive

HTC's beleaguered phone business is tanking the rest of the company's products and its overall earnings. HTC is reportedly exploring plans to spin off or sell its VR business, provided it can find a buyer.

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Millwall v Norwich City

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Championship game between Millwall and Norwich City.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40983497

Killer the police missed

How was Stephen Port able to kill four young men, even though police had arrested him and taken his DNA after the first death?

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/magazine-38096582

Europa League: Arsenal in same group as Cologne & Red Star Belgrade

Arsenal are drawn in the same group as BATE Borisov, Cologne and Red Star Belgrade in the Europa League group stage.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41048090

Chelsea v Everton

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Chelsea and Everton.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40990428

Cameron Carter-Vickers: Sheffield United sign Tottenham defender on loan

Championship side Sheffield United sign Tottenham defender Cameron Carter-Vickers on a season-long loan deal.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41050045

Will the Xbox One X Kick Off an Console-Buying Frenzy?

Xbox One X

Microsoft's Xbox One X will launch later this year, but will its higher price tag, combined with the need for 4K TV and HDR, cost it sales?

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Newcastle United v West Ham United

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Newcastle United and West Ham United.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40984016

Crystal Palace v Swansea City

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Premier League game between Crystal Palace and Swansea City.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40984018

Heath Harvey leaves Saracens CEO post, with Mitesh Velani taking up interim role

Heath Harvey leaves his role as Saracens chief executive after two years in the post.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/41050151

Essex family pays tribute to daughter who died from fake 'MDMA' after festival

Amy Vigus died four days after taking a pill she thought was ecstasy at a London music festival.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/articles/41048310

Six London rail terminals closed or disrupted over weekend

Major engineering work will take place across the Bank Holiday weekend, causing disruptions for commuters.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41037828

Liverpool v Arsenal

Preview followed by live coverage of Sunday's Premier League game between Liverpool and Arsenal.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40990427

Ipswich Town v Fulham

Preview followed by live coverage of Saturday's Championship game between Ipswich Town and Fulham.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40983498

Burglars steal £1.8m haul from east London jewellers

Gold, diamond necklaces and other jewels were taken

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41046783

Thursday 24 August 2017

Apple Reportedly Targeting a $999 Price For the Anniversary iPhone

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Apple's upcoming anniversary iPhone is going to hit your wallet pretty hard, if the latest price rumors are accurate.

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Baidu enters the AI Assistant fray with DuerOS

AI assistant

The Chinese search giant Baidu's has constructed a new operating system for linking digital assistants and the Internet of Things. The new DuerOS will have to prove it can run with the big dogs before it deserves more than a passing glance.

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ET Deals: Pre-Order the Xbox One X on Amazon

Xbox One X

When the Xbox One first launched in 2013, Microsoft's gaming division was in turmoil. But under the stewardship of Phil Spencer, the Xbox team has effectively corrected course. And on November 7th, Redmond is going all in on a major console revision aimed at catering to the emerging 4K market.

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Chelsea flats bought for Grenfell Tower victims

Hortensia Road, London, is one of 105 properties acquired by Kensington and Chelsea council to house Grenfell survivors.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41043589

Champions League: Tottenham drawn against holders Real Madrid in group stage

Tottenham will face holders Real Madrid in the group stage of the Champions League, pitting them against former star player Gareth Bale.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41042919

ET Deals: Thousands of online courses from Udemy for just $10 each

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If you love to learn, check out the outstanding classes at Udemy. Thousands of online courses are being discounted today, so you can invest in a new skill -- even if you're on a budget.

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How do they measure animals for the annual London Zoo weigh-in?

The zoo is carrying out its annual weigh-in to check up on the 20,000 animals it looks after.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41037801

Grenfell Tower and Stephen Lawrence documentaries to air on BBC

The corporation also announces a documentary series about murdered black teenager Stephen Lawrence.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/entertainment-arts-41040213

AMD Clarifies Vega Price Structure, Working to Get More Card to Market


AMD has clarified the situation around its RX Vega GPUs and their current, future pricing. In-stock units are tough to find and the cryptocurrency market has inflated price, but AMD is working to get cards on store shelves.

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'Serial liar' jailed after false rape claims

Jemma Beale claimed she was raped or sexually assaulted by 10 men in four different encounters.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41037826

Illegal immigrant jailed for Hyde Park murder

Hani Khalaf evaded authorities six times and killed within hours of being bailed for shoplifting.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41037821

Grenfell Tower survivor gains top GCSE grades

Ines Alves sat her chemistry exam the day after she fled the burning tower where she lived.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41037805

Jon Toral: Hull City sign Arsenal midfielder for undisclosed fee

Championship side Hull City sign Arsenal midfielder Jon Toral for an undisclosed fee on a three-year deal.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41037619

Elon Musk unveils the first SpaceX space suit

spacexsuit

SpaceX founder and CEO Elon Musk. Musk posted an image on Instagram of the new SpaceX space suit, and it's downright svelte compared to the bulky pressure suits astronauts typically wear for an EVA.

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Robert Snodgrass: Aston Villa boss Steve Bruce 'trying best' to sign West Ham winger

Aston Villa manager Steve Bruce says he is trying his best to sign West Ham winger Robert Snodgrass on loan.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41038165

Usages of Programming And Languages

The current industry is full of the programming and code languages. You will have many choices. But all of them might not offer you a secure, long-lasting, well-paid career option. In an interview code test, you might find it hard to know which skill can help you more until you have not gone through the conditions.

It is not about your experience and certification only. The attitude and personality can make a big difference as well. As said by the Bill Gates, he preferred a lazy person for a difficult job. The reason behind such decision was that a lazy person will try to find out an easy solution for the hard job.

That does not mean that you can impress your boss by spending long hours in front of a TV. The perfect candidate is the one who keeps a burning desire to find out the shortcuts. In addition, he needs to be passionate about the job and should always try to make a good combination of the intelligence, diligence, and the energy to achieve the end result.

Gate had a simple logic to prove. He was just wanted to show how the technologies can make the process much easier for you. Why do you need to spend hours to collect the data when the technologies are there to accomplish it more efficiently within less time?

It is something like intelligently lazy. Automating machines can do work for you. As said by Rick Brownlow, Al and the machine learning are the greatest technologies that are available in the current conditions. These are getting more attention due increasing use of the data science.

It is not that these technologies were not being used before. The difference is that these are improved now due to the increasing demand. They are trying to make the data science simpler to make a stable platform for the future use.

The Microsoft Machine Learning stuff can enable you to train a model and to get the outcome through a web service without writing a line of code. You just need to know how to wire the things up together, said by Girdham.

People normally search jobs in tech are comfortable with the wiring up things. They are familiar with a few codes and languages in data science that includes Python, R, and Scala.

Scala was once mentioned by Charles Girdham, in a platform known as CTO where the coders are allowed to practice the craft and they also get an opportunity to be appointed by the employers as the most promising developers.

Girdham said, Go, Scala and Swift are the popular ones among the new languages. Apache Spark that is written in Scala is very popular among the data scientists. This is totally based on the Java Virtual Machine. Moreover, it is very compact. He particularly liked the single line of code that is used as an entire class. It looks complete with the getter, setter, constructor, toString, and hash codes.

Writing all these will be boring. You can use the compiler to do the job for you. It is called intelligently lazy. You just need to use your brain to save your time and to let the machines to work for you.

In addition, learning Scala will not be easy for everyone. You might find Python a simpler one to start with. Even if it is a relatively old language but it is considered very effective today.

Moreover, it is incredibly versatile. You can use it for infrastructure stuff, general helper script, coding, and in the Al and data science. He adds further, no one will be blamed for buying IBM. The same goes with the learning Python. It is easy to learn and it is considered useful like any other useful four new languages.

Many new programming and languages are coming up in the current conditions. Some of the more demanding languages are Python, C, Java, and C++. These four languages are used as the pillar of the majority business codes, said by Brownlow. But what can be said about the JavaScript? It has dominated the industry and has become one of the most popular choices when it comes to the programming and coding.

JavaScript is also good. But it can come to the position of the five. It is more helpful for some industries including gaming and mobile. It is not that helpful for the industries like healthcare, finance, and security. In those industries, the JavaScript number will come to seven, said by Brownlow.

Rust is another language that is considered useful for some industries. In fact, many believe that one day it can replace C++ in some areas. But so far it has not achieved much success in the industry, as said by Trinkha.

Rust is not much effective for many companies as they invest in the legacy system and the rust is not a good option to offer the best result. geektastic.com has broken down languages by the industry as well, said by Trikha.

When the social media focus more on the Python and Java, the healthcare uses Java and C#, the security industry emphasizes more on the C and C ++. You might see some differences between the large and small companies, mentioned by Trikha.

The big companies focus more on the problem-solving skill, the smaller ones need people capable of language and coding. They also try to find a Lua expert. It is more about aptitude than the language.

If you know about the programming, you do not need to master the language. The basics are the one. If you know the one, you can handle another without any difficulty. Your employer can also help you to refine your language skill with his experience depending on the demand, added by her.

Recent experiences also matter. According to the geektastic’s report, developers with two or more year’s experience with twenty hours practice had fifty percent more chances of being invited to a job interview than the senior engineers with no practice. The self-taught coders with fifty hours recent practice can grab the same opportunity like the developers with two years experience. Instead of practicing in online coding sites, developers can also consider open source projects, suggested by Girdham.

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Strike-hit rail firm Southern speeds up delay payments

Southern and Gatwick Express passengers get automatic delay payments when they tap their smartcards.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-41034981

Champions League: Six British sides await draw for group stages

Six British teams will compete in the Champions League group stages for the first time in 10 years, with the draw to take place on Thursday at 17:00 BST.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41032808

Usages of Programming And Languages

The current industry is full of the programming and code languages. You will have many choices. But all of them might not offer you a secure, long-lasting, well-paid career option. In an interview code test, you might find it hard to know which skill can help you more until you have not gone through the conditions.

It is not about your experience and certification only. The attitude and personality can make a big difference as well. As said by the Bill Gates, he preferred a lazy person for a difficult job. The reason behind such decision was that a lazy person will try to find out an easy solution for the hard job.

That does not mean that you can impress your boss by spending long hours in front of a TV. The perfect candidate is the one who keeps a burning desire to find out the shortcuts. In addition, he needs to be passionate about the job and should always try to make a good combination of the intelligence, diligence, and the energy to achieve the end result.

Gate had a simple logic to prove. He was just wanted to show how the technologies can make the process much easier for you. Why do you need to spend hours to collect the data when the technologies are there to accomplish it more efficiently within less time?

It is something like intelligently lazy. Automating machines can do work for you. As said by Rick Brownlow, Al and the machine learning are the greatest technologies that are available in the current conditions. These are getting more attention due increasing use of the data science.

It is not that these technologies were not being used before. The difference is that these are improved now due to the increasing demand. They are trying to make the data science simpler to make a stable platform for the future use.

The Microsoft Machine Learning stuff can enable you to train a model and to get the outcome through a web service without writing a line of code. You just need to know how to wire the things up together, said by Girdham.

People normally search jobs in tech are comfortable with the wiring up things. They are familiar with a few codes and languages in data science that includes Python, R, and Scala.

Scala was once mentioned by Charles Girdham, in a platform known as CTO where the coders are allowed to practice the craft and they also get an opportunity to be appointed by the employers as the most promising developers.

Girdham said, Go, Scala and Swift are the popular ones among the new languages. Apache Spark that is written in Scala is very popular among the data scientists. This is totally based on the Java Virtual Machine. Moreover, it is very compact. He particularly liked the single line of code that is used as an entire class. It looks complete with the getter, setter, constructor, toString, and hash codes.

Writing all these will be boring. You can use the compiler to do the job for you. It is called intelligently lazy. You just need to use your brain to save your time and to let the machines to work for you.

In addition, learning Scala will not be easy for everyone. You might find Python a simpler one to start with. Even if it is a relatively old language but it is considered very effective today.

Moreover, it is incredibly versatile. You can use it for infrastructure stuff, general helper script, coding, and in the Al and data science. He adds further, no one will be blamed for buying IBM. The same goes with the learning Python. It is easy to learn and it is considered useful like any other useful four new languages.

Many new programming and languages are coming up in the current conditions. Some of the more demanding languages are Python, C, Java, and C++. These four languages are used as the pillar of the majority business codes, said by Brownlow. But what can be said about the JavaScript? It has dominated the industry and has become one of the most popular choices when it comes to the programming and coding.

JavaScript is also good. But it can come to the position of the five. It is more helpful for some industries including gaming and mobile. It is not that helpful for the industries like healthcare, finance, and security. In those industries, the JavaScript number will come to seven, said by Brownlow.

Rust is another language that is considered useful for some industries. In fact, many believe that one day it can replace C++ in some areas. But so far it has not achieved much success in the industry, as said by Trinkha.

Rust is not much effective for many companies as they invest in the legacy system and the rust is not a good option to offer the best result. geektastic.com has broken down languages by the industry as well, said by Trikha.

When the social media focus more on the Python and Java, the healthcare uses Java and C#, the security industry emphasizes more on the C and C ++. You might see some differences between the large and small companies, mentioned by Trikha.

The big companies focus more on the problem-solving skill, the smaller ones need people capable of language and coding. They also try to find a Lua expert. It is more about aptitude than the language.

If you know about the programming, you do not need to master the language. The basics are the one. If you know the one, you can handle another without any difficulty. Your employer can also help you to refine your language skill with his experience depending on the demand, added by her.

Recent experiences also matter. According to the geektastic’s report, developers with two or more year’s experience with twenty hours practice had fifty percent more chances of being invited to a job interview than the senior engineers with no practice. The self-taught coders with fifty hours recent practice can grab the same opportunity like the developers with two years experience. Instead of practicing in online coding sites, developers can also consider open source projects, suggested by Girdham.

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Will Fraser: Saracens flanker forced to retire because of neck injury

Saracens flanker Will Fraser confirms he has been forced to retire from playing aged 27 because of a neck injury.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/41036497

'My wife's death shows these bikes can be lethal'

The husband of Kim Briggs, who was killed in a cycling accident, wants the law changed.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41035581

Cyclist Charlie Alliston guilty over pedestrian's death

Alliston was riding a fixed gear bike with no front brakes when he hit Kim Briggs as she crossed the road.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41032007

Husband of Kim Briggs calls for cycling law change

Matthew Briggs says his wife was the "most wonderful woman, the most fun loving woman".

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41034492

Mark McCall: Saracens director of rugby calls for change to salary cap

Saracens boss Mark McCall calls on Premiership Rugby to amend the salary cap to help clubs retain their home-grown players.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/rugby-union/41032864

Wednesday 23 August 2017

Sophie Lancaster murder: Are young people still scared to be goths?

Ten years after Sophie Lancaster was killed for being different, we talk to the alternative community.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-40628457

How the First Combat Submarine Destroyed a Union Warship, Killed Its Own Crew


During the Civil War, the Confederacy fielded the first submarine used to successfully sink another vessel with an explosive 'torpedo.' It turns out that the same success that put the H.L. Hunley in history books may have killed its entire crew.

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Firefighters tackle Poundland blaze in Chingford

Fifteen fire engines and nearly 100 firefighters are at the scene of a discount store in Chingford.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41031663

Grime pioneers Ruff Sqwad try to find next music star

The success of stars Stormzy and Skepta has seen sales of grime music double in the last year.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41028295

Davinson Sanchez: Tottenham complete signing of Ajax defender on six-year deal

Tottenham complete the signing of centre-back Davinson Sanchez from Ajax for a reported club record £42m deal.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41031823

Samsung Galaxy Note 8 Unveiled with 6.3-inch AMOLED and Dual Cameras

note8

Samsung has made the Galaxy Note 8 official at its Unpacked event. The new smartphone packs Samsung's first dual camera, a Qualcomm 835 SoC, and a 1440p panel.

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Women's Super League: Southern Vipers and Surrey Stars qualify

Holders Southern Vipers and Surrey Stars book their places at the women's Super League Finals Day following victories.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/41027536

Cyclist guilty over pedestrian's death

Cyclist accused of killing woman on London street cleared of manslaughter but guilty of "wanton and furious driving"

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-41028321

Aston Villa hope to sign West Ham's Robert Snodgrass on season-long loan

Robert Snodgrass is wanted by Aston Villa after the Scotland midfielder finds himself out of favour at West Ham United.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41028564

Harry Forrester: Rangers midfielder joins AFC Wimbledon on season-long loan deal

League One side AFC Wimbledon sign Rangers midfielder Harry Forrester, 26, on a season-long loan deal.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41026193

Sonos: Accept Our New Privacy Policy Or We May Brick Your Device

Sonos1

Over the past 15 years, Sonos has made a name for itself as a high-end provider of excellent sound solutions. The company is risking that reputation by forcing its customers to agree to its new privacy agreement or potentially lose hardware functionality.

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Tottenham sign Southampton goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga

Tottenham sign goalkeeper Paulo Gazzaniga from Southampton after the 25-year-old's loan spell at Rayo Vallecano last season.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41026072

Cheltenham Town v West Ham United

Preview followed by live coverage of Wednesday's EFL Cup game between Cheltenham Town and West Ham United.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/40944669

Verizon Now Refuses to Stream 1080p to Any Smartphone, Period


Starting today, Verizon will choke its video streaming quality to 480p on smartphones and 720p on tablets. If you want better service, prepare to pay more money.

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Grenfell Tower management 'to be removed' - Theresa May

Theresa May says the tenant management organisation "will be removed", after she met survivors.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41025409

Kyle Walker-Peters: Tottenham defender signs new contract until 2020

Tottenham Hotspur defender Kyle Walker-Peters signs a new contract with the club until 2020.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41021369

Grime artist Jammer's 'street skunk' warning

Grime MC Jammer issues a new warning over "street skunk" in UK cities.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/newsbeat/articles/41019463

James Perch: QPR defender ruled out for months after dislocating kneecap against Hull City

QPR say full-back James Perch will be out "for a number of months" with a dislocated kneecap.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41022624

England youth international earns Nigeria call-up

Former England youth international Ola Aina is named in Nigeria's squad for September's back-to-back 2018 World Cup qualifiers against Cameroon.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41022524

How 'mermaiding' is helping Laura manage her anxiety

Laura Evans says she has had anxiety for as long as she can remember, but being in the sea helps her feel at ease.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-cornwall-41016195

Tuesday 22 August 2017

London Euston HS2 exhumation plan prompts memorial service

Up to 60,000 people are buried in St James' Gardens, which is close to London Euston station.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41020759

2017 Buick Envision Review: Good SUV, Strong Competition


The new 2017 Buick Envision brings luxury and a smooth ride to the crowded class of compact SUVs. The Envision is a comfortable town and country cruiser, with a price tag just under $50,000 when fully equipped.

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New Shenmue III Trailer Showcases Gorgeous Scenery, Grotesque Animation

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Shenmue III's first trailer offers up some amazing scenery and beautiful lighting, alongside animation so terrible it makes Steamboat Willy look like a modern work of art.

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Sheep shipped in to graze in London's Green Park

The animals are helping to aid biodiversity in the park next to Buckingham Palace.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41012414

ET deals: Dell Inspiron 15 5000 15.6-inch laptop for $580

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Today, Dell is offering up a substantial discount on the Inspiron 15 5000 laptop. If you're in need of a powerful 15.6-inch device, this is the perfect time to buy. With an HD display, a Kaby Lake CPU, and a speedy SSD, this laptop offers a complete computing experience wherever you go.

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Rumor: Prices Leak for Intel’s Coffee Lake


Rumors suggest Intel will introduce Coffee Lake at price points and core counts that align it much more effectively against AMD's Ryzen 7 and Ryzen 5 families.

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Savvas Mourgos: Norwich City sign Arsenal midfielder on two-year deal

Norwich City sign 19-year-old Arsenal midfielder Savvas Mourgos on a two-year contract for an undisclosed fee.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41018021

Schizophrenic 'Muslim killer' not guilty by reason of insanity

Adrian Brown is found not guilty of the attempted murder of a train passenger by reason of insanity.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41011324

Women's Super League One: Louise Quinn extends Arsenal contract

Defender Louise Quinn signs an extended deal with Arsenal Women after initially joining them for the Spring Series.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41015012

Middlesex: Adam Voges & Sam Robson expected to be fit to face Surrey

Middlesex batsmen Adam Voges and Sam Robson recover from injuries but bowler James Fuller will miss the rest of the season.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/41016160

Metropolitan Police tweet sparks social media backlash

The Metropolitan police force has been accused of attempting to "demonise" the Notting Hill Carnival

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-41010406

Naughty Dog Delivers the Goods with Uncharted: The Lost Legacy

Lost Legacy

Few developers have earned the level of prestige that Naughty Dog enjoys. Not only does the team benefit from a reputation for making beloved characters and franchises, but their technical skills are beyond reproach. And with the release of Uncharted: The Lost Legacy this week, we're being treated to yet another top-tier production hot on the heels of Uncharted 4.

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Cannibal police killer 'taken off suicide watch weeks before death'

Stefano Brizzi killed himself a month after he was removed from the prison watch list, a court hears.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41012410

HTC Slashes the Vive’s Price to $599, But The Platform Isn’t Moving

HTC-Vive

HTC just whacked $200 off the Vive's price, but can it compete with the Oculus Rift's $400 price tag -- and will either headset's price cuts spur the market to greater adoption?

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Wings Over Scotland blogger arrested over alleged harassment

A woman accuses the man behind the Wings Over Scotland website of online harassment.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-scotland-scotland-politics-41009988

London cinema hosts dog-friendly screenings

A dog-friendly film is shown at the Picturehouse Central in London every six weeks.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41009367

Rafa Soares: Fulham complete loan signing of Porto left-back

Fulham sign Porto left-back Rafa Soares on a season-long loan deal but he will play until September because of injury.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41011256

Eniola Aluko: Kick It Out wants new FA inquiry into England striker's claims

Anti-racism campaign group Kick It Out calls on the FA to carry out a new review of Eniola Aluko's claims against England boss Mark Sampson.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41007444

Gordon Bartlett: Wealdstone boss steps down after 22 years in charge

Gordon Bartlett steps down as manager of National League South side Wealdstone after 22 years in charge.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/football/41010388

Hundreds arrested ahead of Notting Hill Carnival

Some 190 knives and 18 firearms have been recovered during a police operation.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-england-london-41009362

T20 Blast: Mathew Pillans clear for quarter-final after Leicestershire extend loan

Leicestershire extend the loan of Surrey pace bowler Mathew Pillans so he can play in their T20 Blast quarter-final.

from BBC News - London http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/cricket/41010582