Tag: London

Abu Dhabi vs London: Unraveling the Data Analytics Markets

Hey there, fellow data enthusiasts! It’s Rizwan, your friendly data analytics professional, and today I want to take you on a journey to compare the thriving data analytics markets of Abu Dhabi and London. As two global hubs for data-driven innovation, each city offers unique benefits that att...

Edinburgh (Scotland): A city that combines the image of London and Cambridge

Before coming to the United Kingdom, as an Asian girl, the most common cities that have been heard of were London, Manchester, and Edinburgh. However, unlike the previous two cities, Edinburgh is the city I got highly recommended many times as it will give a different impression of a United Kingdom ...

A Less-Crowded, Cheaper Alternative Destination to London

My trip to Edinburgh didn’t start well. Only two hours before departing via bus from London, I realized I booked the wrong bus. I booked the bus leaving the following night. It was an overnight bus, so it was already getting late. Quickly, I asked if I could reserve another night in the hos...

“Back in the Game: Life, Code, and London Adventures”

These past couple of years? They’ve been a wild ride. Work-wise, I’ve been knee-deep in the software engineering world, dealing with challenges that have turned me into a pro (or so I like to think). On the personal front, living in London has been like unlocking a whole new level of hap...

Being a Happy and Cheerful Internet Autistic Person Without the Internet on Your Phone In London

I still can remember when I went on a holiday, I just completely deleted Facebook, Instagram, and even Line ( this is like the What’s app in my county) on my phone for a week. And told my colleagues, that I wouldn’t be able to receive the message, and only if there was an emergency, they...

A Luscious Leica Lens In London

This is not a lens review. I do not care about chromatic aberration, and I am not overly bothered about distortion. Neither will I lose sleep over a loss of sharpness in the corners. All that matters to me is, do I love the lens? If so, why? If not, why not? Spoiler: I love this lens. Here&r...

Job Hunting and Quitting in London as a Foreigner- Episode 2

Since my job-hunting for the dream job failed at the very beginning in London, I kept looking for other opportunities… However, basic life spending is CRAZILY expensive in London even if I’ve tried to spend as less as I can. It felt like I was just throwing my money into a ...

A Surprising Lesson From A London Street

In spite of years of reinvention after my divorce, my relationships with men remained tainted with the ghosts of Christmas past. After many failed relationships, it occurred to me that the relationship I needed to explore the most, was the one with myself. When an opportunity to go to England for...

Shooting London

Most of my chance encounters with London’s rich history and culture happen at street level. A not-very-well-known cul-de-sac, a hidden square, an otherwise unremarkable building. They all carry the marks of time, but I’m usually on pavement or road territory, looking up at a plaque or si...

Why Accent Matters in London: A Relaxed Chat Over a Cuppa

You’ve probably heard it said, “In London, you’re only ever six feet away from a different accent.” It’s one of the charming quirks of this inclusive city- London. From the Cockney twang in the East End to the polished tones of Chelsea, accents are not just a way of ...

How to avoid the worst air pollution when travelling around London

Healthy travel produces the least pollution, moves your body, and reduces risk to yourself and others — including exposure to air pollution. A recent study reported on by Felix, on air pollution in the London Underground stated that levels of airborne particulate pollution were ...

London Film Festival: EO Review

Joint winner of the Cannes Jury Prize, EO, made its way to my home city and it was just as harrowing as the first time I watched it. Jerzy Skolimowski’s masterfully soulful film forces us to experience a complex and cruel world through the lens of a donkey. Both inspired and inspirin...

Belgians in London!

We woke up in our youth hostel in Bath, England that morning and had instant coffee in the hostel kitchen. We then navigated the bus route downtown, grabbed a Cafe Nero coffee (paying with spare coins we needed to use up), and then caught the train to London. The train ride was pleasant, and we did ...

Best Apps To Live Like You’re Broke so You Can Stay Rich in London

Life got significantly more expensive when I moved from Bangkok, Thailand to Singapore. I actually cried the first time I went to the dentist to fill the tiniest chip on my tooth. It cost more than four times what I would’ve paid in Bangkok. Later on, I moved to Hong Kong — also an obsce...

Unexpected job hunting experience in London as a foreigner — Episode 1

Check what resources I might have before flying I used to mainly work in digital marketing, and project management in Taiwan, and I’ve learned English though, but if I plan to work in digital marketing and project management in the UK with a one-year working holiday visa, I didn’t see...

The Haunting Legends of the Tower of London

The Tower of London is full of spooky (horror) stories. People say that sometimes when the night is dark and everything is quiet, you can see ghost soldiers walking around. They wear old, rusty armor and move silently like shadows. Visitors often feel a chill and turn around, thinking someone is ...

Might be ADHD, London stories

Ah, the sun is covering the buildings so nicely. On my way to this gallery that I found before coming to London… so many people, why are there so many people? Families, gymbros, fashionistas, protesters… right, it’s Saturday. On my way, on my way… ooh! another gallery! Pho...

Save on My Own in London. This is What I Did.

Embarking on the journey to study in London was a dream I was determined to make a reality despite the financial hurdles. Here’s the breakdown of how I strategically saved every penny to fund my education in one of the world’s most exhilarating cities: save money as...

Shooting London

Sandwiched between Boleyn Road to the west and the A10 (the section officially known as Kingsland High Street) to the east, one of Hackney’s few remaining working-class neighbourhoods challenges gentrification and new hipster-driven trends. Gillett Square is a thin strip of a piazza, but ...

Why There is More Than Meets the Eye Behind the London Buses

Pearl Lam and Thomas Heatherwick sat down together in front of a stunning London skyline backdrop to film the latest episode of The Pearl Lam podcast. Thomas Heatherwick and Pearl Lam covered many insightful topics ranging from transport designs, architectural sins and Heatherwick&rsq...

London Calling

London skyline, change unceasing Altitudes aspire, increasing Reaching scudding clouds suspended Your city’s tale has not yet ended London skyline, change unceasing Skyscrapers empty, workers releasing Easing on to pavements, thronging Each mind alone, yet still belonging London sk...

London Is Calling

The packing is underway, removal quotes are in and the countdown is on for the grand return home from Spain—home as in London. It’s therefore time for some London songs to get in the mood for the drizzle, grey skies, the vagaries of the British National Health Service and of West Ham ...

Barclays London Developer Analyst Intern Interview Experience

Applications open around June-September and remain open for 2–3 months before they start their review process. I applied through UK Indeed, without any referrals. Applications are open for different locations like Glasgow, Manchester, London, and Northampton, at different times, and you need t...

Week 10: Natalie Goes to London

Week 10 was also quite exciting! Right on the heels of my trip to Edinburgh, I took off the next weekend for London, England. I have only been to London once before — in 2018, for a few days after Christmas. I went with my family: mom, dad, and sister. It was such a magical time and it gave me...

The London Internet Exchange (LINX) Nairobi Goes Live — The New Interconnection Hub for Kenya.

The London Internet Exchange (LINX) has announced that their interconnection hub in Nairobi, Kenya is now live and ready for business. LINX Nairobi is the latest Internet Exchange Point (IXP) for East Africa, located out of IXAfrica’s, Africa Data Centres’ NBO1 and iColo’s NBO...

5 Must-Do Experiences in London

1. Take a Stroll Through History at the British Museum My first recommendation is as educational as it is awe-inspiring. The British Museum, with its vast collection of world artifacts, is a window into the past. From the Rosetta Stone to the Elgin Marbles, each exhibit tells a story that sp...

The Life of the London Fire Brigade

I love to learn about the world through data exploration. The other day, when I was on my daily walk looking at datasets on the internet, I came across the London Fire Brigade Incident Records. I immediately realized that I knew absolutely nothing about firefighting! I see red trucks swoo...

London Vs Sydney: Which City Is Better?

I live in London whenever I’m not traveling, and I’ve lived in Sydney for two years. I love both cities. But, which city is better? Both cities are economic hubs, globally important cities, home to world-famous attractions, an excellent standard of living, and marvelous things t...

London Knights “London vs Everybody” Hoodie: Show Your Support for the Team and City

The London Knights: A Beloved Hockey Team Discover the rich history and success of the London Knights, an Ontario Hockey League (OHL) team that has captured the hearts of hockey fans in London and beyond. Learn about their achievements, notable players, and the passionate support they receive fro...

014/731–01 Sep 2023 ) Move into the first house in London

Today I checked out the Airbnb. T, the owner, had to go out in the morning, we farewelled around 8 am though my checkout limit was noon. After the farewell, I wrote a brief letter to her and I put it in the fridge with some beers. Since I knew she liked beer and which brand she drank, I bought th...

Why was the severed head of Sir William Wallace, a Scottish national hero, displayed on the Drawbridge Gate of London Bridge?

Following his execution at Smithfield in London on 23 August 1305, William Wallace’s severed head was placed on a spike on Drawbridge Gate on London Bridge. Wallace’s head was the first recorded head ever to be displayed on the bridge and it launched a gruesome tradition that lasted o...

Pros and Cons of living in London, UK as a Software Engineer

London, the capital of the United Kingdom, is one of the world's most diverse and exciting cities. With its rich history, stunning architecture, and vibrant culture, it’s no wonder why millions of people visit the city every year. This city is also a popular destination for tech profession...

3 Ways to Build/Grow your Network in London

When I first moved in, I was lucky enough to be accommodated by two wonderful ex-colleagues from Greece (anonymity is their middle name), that had already settled in London months earlier. They both left our country as well and came here for career development purposes. It’s qu...

ETH London Hackathon — Prizewinners and Summary

The ETH London Hackathon made its much-anticipated return this October 27th-29th at London’s 8 Northumberland Avenue, reigniting the city’s tech buzz. This three-day event, a collaborative effort between Encode Club and ETH London, brought together a diverse group of parti...

You Can’t See the Eiffel Tower From The London Eye!

The number of people who have “flown” in the London Eye since it was set up as part of London’s millennium celebrations now runs into the tens of millions. They have gazed out at the view of London and its surroundings and pointed in excitement at everything they can see — Bu...

Part 1 — New York vs London: Where would you live?

There are a lot of distinctions and similarities between New York and London. The biggest difference between these two cities is the culture. New York is a grind — long hours, expensive rent, and always-full restaurants. London also has expensive rent, but...

Cloud Native London 2023 Save the Date

The Cloud Native London organizes events vibrant and informative meetups monthly with tech leaders and enthusiasts. More details can be found at the website https://www.oicheryl.com/cloudnativelondon for those interested in speaking or sponsoring future events. In a world of ever-evolving tech...

Top 8 Writing Spots in London

Ah, London. One of the greatest cities in the world, but can you ever find the right place to write? Coffee shops are often too packed and too loud, the parks are a no-go area in the winter and Lord knows you can’t write at home because you’ll just end up getting distracted! Well, here a...

How London hosts can manage around Airbnb’s 90-day limit

With a large number of multi-platform channel managers available that provide easy property listing, pricing and calendar management across these websites, this is increasingly convenient and affordable to do. However, here are some other options to manage around the 90-day limit legally. Getting...

Capturing The Magic of London, Through a Skateboard, and Fisheye lens.

Skate edits have always been a special type of film, the iconic fisheye lens, the jump cuts between tricks and the sound tracks that you immediately have to look up after the video. In Atlantic Drift however, Harris takes these elements, and applies an arthouse ecstatic and visual concept to it; ...

Top Places to go for a Friend Meet-up in London!

As lockdown restrictions are easing up in England, many of us are excited to see our friends again, after what has felt like years! But having spent the last few months mostly indoors — you and your friends might be a little unsure about where to go, or what to do. Luckily, in a city as divers...

Oct ’23: Autumn in London

It has now been 2 months since I left Indonesia, and honestly time went by super quickly. November is in less than ~36 hours, and before you know it, Christmas is here. October was definitely way more packed compared to September; I guess that’s why I didn’t realise I hadn’t writte...

Mad Experiences On The London Tube

I’d say the London Tube is a dirty place, depending on where you go and get around to. Some parts can be clean, but the majority of it isn’t. It’s not somewhere that you’d want to spend your time. I used to love it when I was younger, it was fantastic to use to go out c...

An Honest Review Of My Trip With Ef to London

Are you looking to improve your language skills while exploring one of the most exciting cities in the world? Then you might be considering a language learning trip to London with EF. You are probably not sure which organization is best, so check out my honest review of my own trip with EF. In this ...

Why You Shouldn’t Move to London

I love living in London, but I’m not delusional: this city is not for everyone. It can be a very hard place to live for a lot of reasons. For Americans who didn’t grow up in NYC, it can be additionally challenging as the UK is a different country with a lot of quirks that can s...

The Ozymandius Guide to London (Part I)

I have been fortunate enough, actually really rather lucky, to spend a lot of time in London and be in a position where I could keep most of my evenings free and so enjoy the city as I pleased. To begin with, I didn’t explore too much. I was on my own, and I also fell into the trap of thinking...

Ugly or Beautiful? Brutalist Architecture in London.

Picture this: massive, almost imposing structures with a no-nonsense attitude. They’re not trying to hide anything — the design shows off the bones of the building. In fact, ‘Brutalism’ comes from the French word ‘béton brut,’ which basically means ‘r...

Best PR Agencies for Celebrities and Politicians in London

A reputable PR agency is crucial to consider when you are well-known and in the public eye. The best public relations firms ensure that your image as a public figure is maintained by utilising networks, relationships, and knowledge impeccably. London City is the global hub of politics, media, jou...

Moving to London in your 20s

There are many reasons why you may have moved to London — maybe you secured a new job, are studying, or taking some time to travel and explore the world (jealous!) Maybe you have family and friends in London, or like me, you’re moving to London solo — leaving friends and family and...

Discover London Madonna: Unveiling the Pop Icon’s Journey

Welcome to this in-depth exploration of London Madonna’s career, one of the most influential pop icons of our time. From her early beginnings to her impact on popular culture, we will delve into the fascinating journey of this legendary artist. London Madonna’s career has spanned over...

REVIEW: WELCOME TO NEW LONDON

Inthe intervening years, John Rogers extended his creative reach and influence as an established YouTube sensation. His video chronicles of urban strolls became a steadfast companion to many, especially during the trying lockdown years when people sought solace and connection through virtual explora...

5 Reasons Not to Live in London

London is overrated. So is probably any other capital city in the world, unless you have a lot of money to make sure you can live comfortably. I learned about the ugliest aspects of my London dream, turned nightmare, at the worst possible time of my life. But, in retrospect, it was better to find ou...

3 WAYS YOU CAN EAT FOR FREE IN LONDON

London is a great place for street food. It is by far the best option if you want to eat well but you are a bit broke, and even completely broke. Even if you don’t have any money at all, you can eat quite well and for FREE. How to do it…? We call it: “The Art of Sampling&rdqu...

4 writing communities to join in London today

The best writing groups are those who use the word ‘writers’’ and place the apostrophe in the correct place. Everyone else can be forgotten. (My company does this too. We created a ‘writers’ gin’ for the team. Cool, eh?) The London Writers’ Cafe is a grea...

Fear and Loathing in London

I have really cut back on my intake of social media over the last couple of weeks, since the massacre of Jews by Hamas in Israel. I know there’s a context in which this happened. I am not blind to it. I would love for different people to live peaceably together but there is so much hate and...

Where to find the best Guinness in London

A few weeks ago, I wrote about how my relationship with alcohol is changing. Well, at the risk of sounding like a liar, I want to write a story about one of my favourite drinks. Guinness. Creamy, succulent, rich but ever so light, Guinness. A beer so complex that it tastes different in every p...

Madrid is more GAYY than London!

Moving to Madrid, I expected a more conserved Spanish outlook on sexuality, little did I know it would be the place that embraced me and turned on the rainbow. Photo by Harry Quan on Unsplash In the heart of Madrid, where the sun dances on ancient streets, My tale unfolds. ...

Melbourne v London

Granted, both cities appreciate a good market, a nice pub, and hold the same weirdly stoic pride of their terrible weather, however that’s about where the similarities end. Here are nine times Melbourne looked at London and said ‘Yeah, naa’ while London looked back at Melbourne ...

He’s Older Than The City Of London

The Colosseum was built between 72 and 80 AD during the reigns of the emperors Vespasian and Titus. It was designed to host various spectacles such as gladiator fights, wild animal hunts, naval battle reconstructions, and other public entertainments. The...

London Vs Sydney: Which City Is Better?

Thank you for being there when I didn’t know I needed you

November 2003, North London. Five bright young female law students file into a cinema auditorium in Wood Green. We share the same house, the same degree subject — but not the same ideas about what is and isn’t acceptable behaviour in said house. Two months after moving back in to...

Things I Wish I Knew Before Moving from Toronto to London UK

One day, I was browsing through my Instagram stories when I came across an ad that told me I could get the opportunity to travel abroad for an internship. Of course, I did the most logical thing and swiped up on the ad to apply for the program. Next thing I knew, I had a Skype interview and then I p...

A Review of the ‘Klimt / Schiele: Drawings from the Albertina Museum, Vienna’ at the Royal Academy of Arts, London

The Royal Academy exhibition of Gustav Klimt and Egon Schiele’s work marks the centennial commemoration of their craft. Both artists were modernists, secessionists, and expressionists who challenged convention and form. They distorted the body in a way never seen before. This exhibition offers...

Human Remains Found In The London Bridge.

McCulloch had founded the community of Lake Havasu City at the site and had designs on making it a tourist oasis, but he was still struggling to attract visitors. When his business associate C.V. Wood told him about London Bridge, the two concluded that it was just the kind of eye-catching center...

Real estate crowdfunding platform Minna De Ooyasan goes public in London SPAC deal

Bowen FinTech (LSE: BWN), a special purpose acquisition company (SPAC) formed to acquire businesses in the technology innovations sector with a focus on the financial services industry, has signed conditional, non-legally binding agreement to acquire 93.49% of the issued share capital of M...

AI Robots: Serving Up a Futuristic Experience in London Coffee Shops

The future is here, and it comes with a steaming cup of coffee served by AI robots. London, known for its innovation and bustling coffee culture, has taken a leap forward by introducing AI robots into its coffee shops, revolutionizing the way we experience our daily caffeine fix. In these cutting...

sympathy, and other London stories

My first full day in Europe, I walked into a souvenir shop by the Tower of London because I was freezing. I was on the lookout for a sweatshirt and a beanie, and no sooner had I stepped inside than the kind staff member there began telling me all about their deals. Why not buy two sweatshirts? ...

Lovely Floral Immany London Jewelry

I recently discovered this popular London-based jewelry brand, Immany London, and I am obsessed with their merchandise. It is beyond gorgeous and whimsical. They have many playful jewelry collections inspired by nature and celebrations. Aside from their beautiful products, Immany London is a...

The Downfall of London’s Swingin’ & Rockin’ Dandie Fashions… Thanks to The Beatles

Initially fronting the establishment were Crittle and Browne. John Crittle was an Australian-born fashion designer who had moved to London around 1963–64, quickly finding himself involved in the pop-culture scene of the time. By 1965, Crittle had secured a job working for Michael Rainey in his...

Walking through Portugal in the middle of South London

I didn’t find anything in South Lambeth that could make it a spot for tourists. It lacks the big crowds found a few tube stations away and it exudes the quiet air of the residential British streets. It’s also working hours on a week day, which could explain the calmness in the streets. ...