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• London art market braced for no-deal Brexit tax hikes - Financial Times

  16-08-2019 23:00 via ft.com
  London art market braced for no-deal Brexit tax hikes  Financial TimesThe London art market is bracing itself for international galleries and collectors to move works out of the UK in the run-up to Brexit, as concern mounts that a ...
  
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• THIS JUST IN: Early estimates by the London Fire Department peg the damage amount from Wednesday's explosion on Woodman Ave. between $10 and $15 million. More info to come. #ldnont

  16-08-2019 22:39 via twitter.com
  THIS JUST IN: Early estimates by the London Fire Department peg the damage amount from Wednesday's explosion on Woodman Ave. between $10 and $15 million. More info to come. #ldnont
  
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• Dave Grohl plays epic surprise show for Club NME at London’s Moth Club - NME Live

  16-08-2019 22:38 via nme.com
  Dave Grohl plays epic surprise show for Club NME at London’s Moth Club  NME LiveClub NME has returned and Dave Grohl was there to help us bring it back to life.
  
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• Mayor Ed Holder highlights instances of Canada-wide support in wake of Old East Village explosion

  16-08-2019 22:27 via globalnews.ca
  London mayor Ed Holder is highlighting words of encouragement and offers of support from across the country following a massive explosion in Old East Village.
  
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• London team first in Canada to test fecal transplants for cancer treatment - CTV News London

  16-08-2019 22:19 via london.ctvnews.ca
  London team first in Canada to test fecal transplants for cancer treatment  CTV News LondonA new clinical trial at the Lawson Health Research Institute is testing whether fecal transplants can improve results in cancer patients being treated with ...
  
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• Police name teenager stabbed to death in south London - The Guardian

  16-08-2019 22:15 via theguardian.com
  Police name teenager stabbed to death in south London  The GuardianSeventeen-year-old arrested after Solomon Small, 18, died at scene in Brixton on Thursday.
  
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• Ontario government’s ‘News Now’ videos to remain, but ‘reconfiguration’ may occur

  16-08-2019 21:35 via globalnews.ca
  The controversial video content, used to promote government policies and decisions, is delivered on a number of platforms including YouTube, Facebook, and Twitter.
  
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• Ontario MPP hears concerns from EMDC correctional officers - CTV News London

  16-08-2019 20:40 via london.ctvnews.ca
  Ontario MPP hears concerns from EMDC correctional officers  CTV News LondonA representative from the Ontario government was at the Elgin-Middlesex Detention Centre on Friday to hear about concerns from front-line correctional officers.
  
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• RCMP are ‘carefully’ reviewing SNC-Lavalin affair. What exactly are they looking at?

  16-08-2019 20:35 via globalnews.ca
  The RCMP says it's examining the SNC-Lavalin scandal "carefully." What exactly are they looking at?
  
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• 2 Toronto men arrested, 1 Etobicoke man wanted in human trafficking investigation in London

  16-08-2019 20:13 via globalnews.ca
  Numerous charges have been laid, including counts of gang sexual assault of a person under 16 and advertising another person's sexual services. 
  
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• London court opens way to start $9bn clawback against Nigeria - Financial Times

  16-08-2019 20:02 via ft.com
  London court opens way to start $9bn clawback against Nigeria  Financial TimesA UK judge has ruled that a small gas firm founded by two Irish businessmen can seize roughly $9bn in assets from the Nigerian government, the equivalent of ...
  
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• Vauxhall Bridge's Miniature St. Paul's Cathedral – London, England - Atlas Obscura

  16-08-2019 20:01 via atlasobscura.com
  Vauxhall Bridge's Miniature St. Paul's Cathedral – London, England  Atlas ObscuraDiscover Vauxhall Bridge's Miniature St. Paul's Cathedral in London, England: A tiny replica of the iconic London landmark hides on the side of the steel ...
  
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• How London Underground trains turn round when they reach the end of the line - MyLondon

  16-08-2019 20:00 via mylondon.news
  How London Underground trains turn round when they reach the end of the line  MyLondonIt's a question many regulars on the London Underground will roll their eyes at. Once you know, it seems simple. But some of us will never have considered, just ...
  
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• Benefit concert: Musicians rally for London explosion victims - The London Free Press

  16-08-2019 19:23 via lfpress.com
  Benefit concert: Musicians rally for London explosion victims  The London Free PressIn another sign of community solidarity, London musicians plan a benefit concert for families affected by Wednesday's massive explosion in Old East Village.
  
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• first phase of illuminated river lights up the thames in london - Designboom

  16-08-2019 19:15 via designboom.com
  first phase of illuminated river lights up the thames in london  Designboomhistoric landmarks of river thames - the millennium, southwark, cannon street and london bridges - are lit up in the first phase of illuminated river.
  
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• Federal governing buying 360 made-in-London military vehicles from General Dynamics - The London Free Press

  16-08-2019 19:13 via lfpress.com
  Federal governing buying 360 made-in-London military vehicles from General Dynamics  The London Free PressUPDATE: Federal officials have announced they'll be buying 360 light-armoured vehicles for the Canadian military, all to be built by London's General Dynamics ...
  
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• Canada's buy of London-made military vehicles doesn't lift cloud of Saudi deal - The London Free Press

  16-08-2019 19:13 via lfpress.com
  Canada's buy of London-made military vehicles doesn't lift cloud of Saudi deal  The London Free PressLondon's armoured vehicle maker celebrated a $3-billion deal Friday for 360 new light armoured vehicles, but Canada's Minister of Defence refused to lift the ...
  
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• Six vile London Underground criminals who've been in court this year - MyLondon

  16-08-2019 19:09 via mylondon.news
  Six vile London Underground criminals who've been in court this year  MyLondonDespite the fact there is CCTV pretty much everywhere on the London Underground, people still commit vile crimes. From criminals who've pushed victims onto ...
  
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• Two arrested, third man wanted in human trafficking investigation in London: police - CP24 Toronto's Breaking News

  16-08-2019 19:08 via cp24.com
  Two arrested, third man wanted in human trafficking investigation in London: police  CP24 Toronto's Breaking NewsPolice in London, Ont., say they have arrested two men and are looking for a third in connection with the alleged human trafficking of a young girl.
  
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• London human trafficking investigation leads to charges for three Toronto men - CTV News London

  16-08-2019 19:03 via london.ctvnews.ca
  London human trafficking investigation leads to charges for three Toronto men  CTV News LondonThree men are facing charges after what London police are calling a "lengthy" human trafficking investigation involving a young girl.
  
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• New video surfaces of London house explosion - CTV News

  16-08-2019 18:46 via kitchener.ctvnews.ca
  New video surfaces of London house explosion  CTV NewsNew video has surfaced, showing the moments before a house explosion rocked a London neighbourhood.
  
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• Displaced London, Ont., couple who helped neighbours after explosion now in need of help themselves

  16-08-2019 18:28 via globalnews.ca
  "It's a really weird feeling right now to have to ask for help and be vulnerable like that. It's definitely not something we're used to," said Jamie Jack.
  
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• The parts of London with the worst roads have been revealed - MyLondon

  16-08-2019 17:51 via mylondon.news
  The parts of London with the worst roads have been revealed  MyLondonIn one borough, 40% of local roads need maintenance.
  
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• Federal government set to make announcement at London’s General Dynamics

  16-08-2019 17:14 via globalnews.ca
  The federal government is set to make an announcement related to the Canadian Armed Forces at London's General Dynamics Land Systems Friday afternoon.
  
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• 'Like a bomb went off': Backyard video captures moment London house explodes - CBC News

  16-08-2019 17:13 via cbc.ca
  'Like a bomb went off': Backyard video captures moment London house explodes  CBC NewsResidents return home to survey aftermath of London explosion  Global NewsExplosion: Eight blast zone families still in limbo, homes uncertain  The London Free PressHome explosion, fire taking a toll on London neighbourhood: fire official  CP24 Toronto's Breaking NewsView full coverage on Google News
  
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• London bandstand where David Bowie played given listed status - Dezeen

  16-08-2019 17:11 via dezeen.com
  London bandstand where David Bowie played given listed status  DezeenAn ironwork bandstand in south London where David Bowie organised and performed at a festival 50 years ago has been given Grade II-listed status.
  
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• Benefit concert to raise money for Old East Village residents after London explosion - Global News

  16-08-2019 17:11 via globalnews.ca
  Benefit concert to raise money for Old East Village residents after London explosion  Global NewsPlans are in the works for a benefit concert and auction to support families impacted by Wednesday's explosion in the Old East Village in London.
  
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• London house explosion: Most residents allowed home after house explosion - CTV News

  16-08-2019 16:55 via toronto.ctvnews.ca
  London house explosion: Most residents allowed home after house explosion  CTV NewsMore residents have been cleared to return home after an explosion in London, Ont.
  
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• Home explosion, fire taking a toll on London neighbourhood: fire official - CP24 Toronto's Breaking News

  16-08-2019 16:41 via cp24.com
  Home explosion, fire taking a toll on London neighbourhood: fire official  CP24 Toronto's Breaking NewsA gas explosion and a large fire that triggered the evacuation of a London, Ont., neighbourhood has taken an emotional toll on the community and first ...
  
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• London soundsystem Giant Steps to end run at Hackney Wick location - Resident Advisor

  16-08-2019 16:20 via residentadvisor.net
  London soundsystem Giant Steps to end run at Hackney Wick location  Resident AdvisorGiant Steps is moving on from its Hackney Wick, London location. The team announced the news earlier today via Instagram. "We're sad to announce that Giant ...
  
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• The West London hangout spot Kate Middleton has been taking George and Charlotte to this summer - MyLondon

  16-08-2019 16:15 via mylondon.news
  The West London hangout spot Kate Middleton has been taking George and Charlotte to this summer  MyLondonKeeping the kids entertained over the school holidays isn't easy. And like lots of mums Kate Middleton has been busy taking her children on day trips over the ...
  
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• London Badgers open 18U championships with win, play Quebec Friday night - The London Free Press

  16-08-2019 16:01 via lfpress.com
  London Badgers open 18U championships with win, play Quebec Friday night  The London Free PressThe London Badgers opened their title defence at the Baseball Canada 18U championships with a 4-2 victory over Ontario (Etobicoke) Thursday at Labatt Park.
  
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• Footballer carjacking attempt reveals threat to London's super-rich - The Guardian

  16-08-2019 15:19 via theguardian.com
  Footballer carjacking attempt reveals threat to London's super-rich  The GuardianThe criminal threat to London's wealthiest footballers is now so serious that they are hiring military drivers, bringing in more guard dogs, and could face new ...
  
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• Explosion Fallout: Individuals, businesses, agencies, musicians chip in to help

  16-08-2019 15:06
  A fiery explosion and a flood of generosity. Read More
  
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• Guy Rameau lives on Woodman Avenue, just a couple houses away from the explosion. He spoke with @AOHLjake about what the last 36 hours have been like for him and his familypic.twitter.com/JcaTIJmMb8

  16-08-2019 14:55 via twitter.com
  Guy Rameau lives on Woodman Avenue, just a couple houses away from the explosion. He spoke with @AOHLjake about what the last 36 hours have been like for him and his familypic.twitter.com/JcaTIJmMb8
  
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• “The one day we needed it, it (the alarm) didn’t work,” Paul told Global News in an interview.https://trib.al/qWug1wU 

  16-08-2019 14:43 via twitter.com
  “The one day we needed it, it (the alarm) didn’t work,” Paul told Global News in an interview.https://trib.al/qWug1wU 
  
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• Researchers seeking poop donors for skin cancer treatment study - The London Free Press

  16-08-2019 14:33 via lfpress.com
  Researchers seeking poop donors for skin cancer treatment study  The London Free PressLondon researchers are testing out the immunity-boosting properties of poop on 20 patients with the deadliest form of skin cancer – and they're looking for ...
  
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• Ontario couple cleaned out after home alarm system fails 

  16-08-2019 14:30 via globalnews.ca
  When burglars broke into the home of Paul and Trina Farr north of Newmarket, Ont., back in May, the couple says they lost everything.
  
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• The Aeolian Hall is organizing a benefit concert and silent auction to help families impacted by Wednesday's explosion in Old East Village. https://trib.al/bqc6QCd  #ldnont #oevldn

  16-08-2019 14:22 via twitter.com
  The Aeolian Hall is organizing a benefit concert and silent auction to help families impacted by Wednesday's explosion in Old East Village. https://trib.al/bqc6QCd  #ldnont #oevldn
  
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• Benefit concert to raise money for Old East Village residents after London explosion

  16-08-2019 14:12 via globalnews.ca
  The Aeolian Hall is hosting a concert and silent auction on Tuesday, Aug. 20 at 7 p.m. to support families impacted by the explosion in Old East Village.
  
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• There’s Never Been a Better Time to Fly Business Class Between London and New York - The Points Guy UK

  16-08-2019 14:04 via thepointsguy.co.uk
  There’s Never Been a Better Time to Fly Business Class Between London and New York  The Points Guy UKThe business-class competition across the Atlantic is heating up with a number of airlines rostering their best or newest products on routes between Europe and ...
  
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• Transport For London Sets Out Economic Wins From More Walking And Cycling In 29-Page PDF - Forbes

  16-08-2019 13:54 via forbes.com
  Transport For London Sets Out Economic Wins From More Walking And Cycling In 29-Page PDF  ForbesTransport for London (TfL) has launched a PDF packed with infographics setting out the strong economic case for investing in more walking and cycling ...
  
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• London council saves gay fetish club from redevelopment - The Guardian

  16-08-2019 13:28 via theguardian.com
  London council saves gay fetish club from redevelopment  The GuardianThe UK's last remaining strict leather and rubber fetish gay club has been saved after a London council blocked plans to redevelop the East End site into a ...
  
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• Man stabbed right outside Home Office in London - https://en.crimerussia.com/

  16-08-2019 12:35 via en.crimerussia.com
  Man stabbed right outside Home Office in London  https://en.crimerussia.com/A man in his 60 was stabbed with a knife outside of the Home Office in London, according to police. The suspect has been arrested and taken in for questioning.
  
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• London Stock Exchange suffers 90 minute outage - CNN

  16-08-2019 11:39 via cnn.com
  London Stock Exchange suffers 90 minute outage  CNNLondon (CNN Business) The London Stock Exchange suffered a technical glitch Friday that prevented investors from trading its biggest stocks for more than 90 ...
  
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• Government worker stabbed outside Home Office in London - BBC News

  16-08-2019 10:52 via bbc.com
  Government worker stabbed outside Home Office in London  BBC NewsA government employee has been stabbed outside the Home Office in central London. The victim, who is in his 60s, suffered non-life threatening injuries on ...
  
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• The £1.3bn Splash Out In London's Billionaire Strip - Forbes

  16-08-2019 10:33 via forbes.com
  The £1.3bn Splash Out In London's Billionaire Strip  ForbesBillionaires, hoteliers and property developers are investing £1.36bn into a neighborhood of London's West End.
  
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• All but 12 London families given the all clear to return home - CBC.ca

  16-08-2019 03:20 via cbc.ca
  All but 12 London families given the all clear to return home  CBC.caAlmost 24-hours after a massive explosion ripped through their London, Ont. neighbourhood forcing wide-spread evacuations, more than 100 families were ...
  
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• The City of London issued an update stating that of the “more than 100 homes that were evacuated, all but 12 have been cleared for residents to return.” https://trib.al/za9P6i4  #LdnOnt

  16-08-2019 02:34 via twitter.com
  The City of London issued an update stating that of the “more than 100 homes that were evacuated, all but 12 have been cleared for residents to return.” https://trib.al/za9P6i4  #LdnOnt
  
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• Majority of residents displaced by Old East Village explosion allowed to return home

  16-08-2019 02:31 via globalnews.ca
  More than 20 hours after an explosion rocked London's Old East Village, the majority of evacuated residents have been allowed to return to their homes. 
  
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