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• New Cafe Extension Added to Lea Bridge Library by Jaiming Kang City and Islington College

  06-01-2022 23:44
  
   
  
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• Can books save us? Chloe Francini - Latymer Upper

  06-01-2022 22:46
  
  Can books save us? Reading can be used for many different motives; education, enjoyment, research etc. Books have immensely helped fuel education and therefore, it can be argued that reading is the past, present and future, moreover, being our saviour and the reason to take action in social and political issues. However, is it enough?
  
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• The Centrepoint Static Cycling Race - Edwin John, Wilson's School

  06-01-2022 22:36
  
  On Tuesday 7th December, the Wilson's School Charity Committee held a static cycling race in the John Jenkins hall as their opening event, in order to raise money for Centrepoint - the school's chosen charity to contribute to, this academic year.
  
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• What is Friendsmas ? - Mahrosh Saleem WCHS

  06-01-2022 22:35
  
  With last year’s Christmas being limited by severe covid restrictions, this year was marked by the welcome presence of close family. However, the seasonal joy isn’t limited to simply familial relationships as shown by one group of friends, who decided to celebrate their proximity by hosting a ‘Friendsmas’ to honor their friendship as well as the holiday spirit.
  
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• An Interview on the affects of social media

  06-01-2022 22:24
  
  An interview with a teenage girl on how social media has affected her life.
  
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• London’s Cycleways: Have they been effective? By Molly McEvoy Wimbledon High

  06-01-2022 22:16
  
  London’s first Cycle Superhighway was introduced in 2016 and later rebranded as the Cycleway to sound more appealing to the public. Several investments have been made to improve the original blue painted roads but have these new routes been successful?
  
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• Winter Lights at Waddesdon Manor

  06-01-2022 22:05
  
  As people take leisure strolls through the vast woods that surround Waddesdon Manor, the atmosphere is undeniable, and the intoxicating lights are a sight to behold…
  
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• The Omicron Variant - Callum Hothi, GGSK College

  06-01-2022 21:40
  
  The Omicron variant was first discovered in South Africa and it was only a matter of time before it reached the UK. The nation has already been dealing with the effects of the Delta variant, with hospital cases rising steadily over the last few weeks. Another concern is that following the outbreak in South Africa, it has been identified that the Omicron variant is highly contagious. One infected individual could potentially infect up to five people. This could result in a surge of cases across t
  
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• How New Years Resolutions can cause problems.

  06-01-2022 21:14
  
  The new year can cause people to think that they need to change and this can cause problems as change is not need just because there is a new year.
  
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• Anti-Social Media by Lara Phillips

  06-01-2022 21:11
  
  A whopping 4.48 billion people used social media worldwide in 2021, which shows an increase in users of 115.59% in a mere 6 years since 2015. With the average time one of these people would spend on social media a day being 2 hours 24 minutes; if someone signed up at 16 and lived to 70, they would spend 5.7 years of their life on it. These shocking statistics should make us all ponder whether it is in our best interest to spend years of our lives on the applications known as social media.
  
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• My Experience at the NHS Vaccination Centre

  06-01-2022 21:04
  
  Do you know about the people who work nonstop to get everyone vaccinated? Learn about all the amazing work they do everyday.
  
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• The Polar Express Train Ride in Spa Valley - Annabel Acott, LPGS

  06-01-2022 20:52
  
   
  
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• Pets for Life, Not for Covid - Eva Ilieva, Latymer-upper School

  06-01-2022 20:49
  
  Cats and dogs are amongst the common domesticated animals for human companionship, and their bonds with humans generally provide mutual mental health benefits. During the pandemic, long periods of isolation have worsened the mental health for millions of teenagers and adults across the world. The affection between human and companion animals is well-recognized as an effective way to minimise stress during an uncertain period and help alleviate depression and anxiety upon social isolation. People
  
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• German SHUTS down half of whattt?

  06-01-2022 20:25
  
  Nuclear power is widely known as the most reliable source of energy. Germany has shut down 3 of their six nuclear plants and below i list why many have had a problem with this decision
  
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• The Pandemic - Are People Hopeful For An End?

  06-01-2022 20:24
  
  With the recent announcements about restrictions, and the staggering number of new variants around today, many people are questioning if the pandemic will ever really come to an end. Will we be stuck in a loop of lockdowns and booster jabs? Or is there an end in sight in the near future?
  
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• Local florist brings cheer to January, Wimbledon High School, Sharanya Narasimhan

  06-01-2022 19:54
  
  Cut flowers have the power to bring joy and comfort, and our love for them drives a global industry worth billions of pounds. However as the Covid-19 pandemic struck and lockdown followed, the flower industry was one of the many industries that was severely impacted due to a variety of reasons. The EU cut flower market lost £900 million in the first six weeks of lockdown, according to the international flower trade association. Brexit has also massively impacted the flower industry, as mor
  
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• Watch the 'Witness for the Prosecution' now!

  06-01-2022 19:47
  
  I had the wonderful opportunity to see Agatha Christie’s ‘Witness for the Prosecution’, as a play, at London County Hall. A thrilling, sensational drama that follows the murder of a wealthy woman, and how the court case unfolds. In fact, the setting itself cannot be called a stage or theatre- but was a courtroom! The play brought art and reality together, as the audience and actors alike, sat in this immersive courtroom staging. Not only did the surroundings captivate
  
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• Skate through Winter at Hampton Court By Nina Kramarz, St Catherine's School

  06-01-2022 19:47
  
  This winter, Hampton Court yet again opened their wonderful ice rink. The rink presents a beautiful scene with the backdrop of the historic Tudor palace where Henry VIII once lived. The skating sessions, which started in mid-November, close this Sunday 9 January. It is an incredible experience to skate somewhere so beautiful.
  
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• Vaccine nationalism By Simran Khatri, Hampton High

  06-01-2022 19:29
  
  Coronavirus isn’t a new topic of conversation. It’s been mainstream and widespread since the first couple of cases were detected in Wuhan.
  
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• Lack of Teenage Girls in Sport: An Invisible Pandemic by Natasha Drake, The Tiffin Girls' School

  06-01-2022 19:28
  
  A recent survey has found that the number of girls aged 13-18 who frequently participate in sport outside of PE lessons has decreased significantly in recent years. Produced by the charity Women In Sport, the ‘Reframing Sport for Teenage Girls’ survey concluded that just 10% of girls aged 13-16 achieve the recommended levels of physical activity of one hour per day, ultimately having a negative impact on both the emotional and physical wellbeing of teenage girls.
  
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• Modern School; Traditional Service. Lara Kerr, Wimbledon High School.

  06-01-2022 19:21
  
  The lights dim; the congregation falls silent. Faces glowing by candlelight, the Wimbledon High School Choir processes solemnly from the back of the Church.. Hushed anticipation- everyone waiting for the young soloist to sing the first verse of Once in Royal David City. Traditionally, Wimbledon High School's Festival of Nine Lessons and Carols commences...
  
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• Keeping the Music Alive - Kathryn T, Townley Grammar

  06-01-2022 19:07
  
  Many things have changed since March 2020 and with life beginning to return to normal, music education is now able to continue as a hybrid of both online and in person. Whatever happens, we can be certain that music lessons will not disappear.
  
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• Adele teases music video for single Oh My God - watch it here

  06-01-2022 18:54
  
  Adele has released a teaser for her latest single - watch it here.
  
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• The Rebirth of Swimming - Sanchit S, Merchant Taylors' school

  06-01-2022 18:44
  
  SWIMMING IN 2022
  
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• Cinderella at Richmond Theatre-Harvey Walsh-Whitfield, Tiffin School

  06-01-2022 18:28
  
  On the 31st December 2021, I attended the annual pantomine at Richmond Theatre. This year it was Cinderella.
  
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• Boris Johnson announced that there will be .. no lockdown?

  06-01-2022 18:15
  
  Is covid here to stay?
  
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• Car crash blocked Northwick Park Hospital car park

  06-01-2022 18:04
  
  Access to Northwick Park Hospital car park was temporarily closed today after a car crashed.
  
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• London Covid jabs: Booster take up in south east London

  06-01-2022 18:03
  
  The latest estimates of the proportion of people aged 18 and over in England who have recieved a booster or third dose Covid vaccine have been released.
  
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• The Future & COVID - Praneeth Lakshman, Tiffin Boys

  06-01-2022 17:28
  
  On 0:00 1st January, we said goodbye to 2021. A year that saw exams being cancelled for the 2nd time and the death toll being increased to over 140k. Many of us lost important people in our lives, and many of us reunited for the first time in years to see our beloved after a series of lockdowns.
  
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• Try-Ing To Gain Confidence By Jessica Cloake Sunbury Manor School

  06-01-2022 17:12
  
  Everyone has a hobby, something they love to do, or something they are good at. This thing is different for everyone, and everyone needs opportunities in order to grow and achieve their potential.
  
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• Call 999 if you see missing Lewisham boy who has links to Sutton and Croydon

  06-01-2022 16:26
  
  Police are appealing for help in finding a missing teenager.
  
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• Police and fire service attend after bricks fall in North Finchley

  06-01-2022 16:15
  
  A major street was cordoned off by the emergency services today after bricks came tumbling down from the top of a three-storey building.
  
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• Human bird flu case confirmed in England - What we know

  06-01-2022 16:15
  
  The UK Health Security Agency (UKHSA) has confirmed there is a case of bird (avian) flu in a person in the South West of England.
  
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• The Apprentice 2022: Navid Sole reveals 'embarrassing' past in reality TV

  06-01-2022 16:13
  
  The Apprentice contestant has previously starred in two well-known reality TV shows.
  
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• How has Covid-19 changed the way we travel?- Sofia Ballarati, Latymer Upper

  06-01-2022 15:33
  
  Many had to reassess their holiday plans this year in light of the new Omicron variant, but how did travelling change or those who were able to get away?
  
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• How do I view the 1921 census via Findmypast? Is it free?

  06-01-2022 14:55
  
  How do I view the 1921 census online? Why isn't it free and why do you have to pay? Your questions on Findmypast.co.uk answered.
  
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• New Upcoming Artist takes the roads of London by storm – Srisha Pirabaharan, Kingston Grammar School

  06-01-2022 14:32
  
  After moving to England just one month ago, 17-year-old Sara Maldonado Lema (artist name: Lemavitt) is on her way to becoming a worldwide sensation with her phenomenal and captivating street performances featuring her Violin. After coming across one of her showings in the streets of Kingston myself, I had the pleasure of interviewing the promising young talent and in this interview, she discusses her passion for music and her hopes for the future.
  
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• Winter Wonderland- Gabrielle Yusuf, WCHS

  06-01-2022 14:29
  
  The pandemic could not dim this London tradition if it tried. This year Hyde Park once again threw their annual ‘Winter Wonderland’ festival and gave Londoners of all ages, a wonderful experience. 
  
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• Paramedic killed after ambulance and lorry crash on A21

  06-01-2022 13:55
  
  A paramedic died after an ambulance and cement lorry collided on the A21 near Sevenoaks yesterday evening (January 5).
  
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• Paramedic dies after ambulance and lorry crash on A21

  06-01-2022 13:55
  
  A paramedic died after an ambulance and cement lorry collided on the A21 near Sevenoaks yesterday evening (January 5).
  
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• Zoom's victory over Skype - Julia Kozieja Francis Holland

  06-01-2022 13:52
  
  When the pandemic first hit, millions were forced to start working from home. This meant that an internet platform was needed to ensure communication between large groups of people,  a platform that could be used for meetings between large groups of individuals, whether at school or at work. Pre-pandemic, the leading communications platform was Skype. Of course, other communication platforms such as Facetime and WhatsApp video exist, but these platforms allow for few members; Facetime
  
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• Family of Harvey Parker pay tribute after body found in Thames

  06-01-2022 13:23
  
  The family of Harvey Parker have paid tribute to their “blazing, glorious” son after police investigating his disappearance recovered a body from the Thames.
  
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• Raynes Park’s fantastic four receive New Year’s Honours

  06-01-2022 13:21
  
  The leaders of a Salvation Army church have paid tribute to four members of their congregation after they were recognised in The Queen’s New Year Honours List.
  
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• London Night Tube Strikes set to create disruption

  06-01-2022 13:10
  
  Travelers in the capital are being warned that strikes could create "severe disruption."
  
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• Flurona: What to know about rare double infection

  06-01-2022 12:42
  
  The infection was found in an unvaccinated pregnant women in a sickness experts have dubbed ‘flurona’.
  
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• Covid rates in London: see the latest data

  06-01-2022 12:26
  
  London covid rates make up for 16.4 percent of the nation's total cases.
  
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• Becoming a Sales Manager- reflecting on a first year with Adam Chalmers- Emmie Dowling CLFS

  06-01-2022 11:58
  
  Changing roles from personal management to management of a team in any situation is a major difference and challenge, especially in the workplace. To hear more about these changes, I conducted a written interview with sales manager of Eaton Square flooring, Adam Chalmers, who has just completed his first year in this position.
  
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• Boy in court over ‘unprovoked’ killing of teen in Croydon park

  06-01-2022 11:57
  
  A youth accused of killing a 15-year-old boy in an “unprovoked” knife attack in a park has appeared at the Old Bailey.
  
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• BUPA pays record £1m fee after death of Cedric Skyers in fire

  06-01-2022 11:52
  
  A care provider has been ordered to pay a record £1 million after a wheelchair-bound smoker burnt to death in one of its homes in New Cross.
  
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• Southeastern train diversions in place all day due to signalling fault

  06-01-2022 11:21
  
  The Charing Cross to Dartford Southeastern services are being diverted today (Thursday) due to a signalling fault.
  
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