Small trust worth £30m moves in for £600m Abrdn Asia Dragon May 7, 2024 In a stock exchange announcement, Ashoka's trust said it had put forward a proposal to merge the two trusts, with the option of a cash exit of up to 50 per cent for Asia Dragon shareholders.
Handbagged review: Camp tribute to the Queen needs a juicy plot September 16, 2022 Kiln Theatre artistic director Indhu Rubasingham was so nervous last night that she forgot her words on stage at the Handbagged press night. It’s not common for a director to be treading the boards when a show is open, they’re normally in the audience, but this was no ordinary press night. Following the Queen’s passing, [...]
Surrey coach: ‘Rest England stars but let the others play more county cricket’ April 3, 2023 Surrey County Cricket Club head coach Gareth Batty has insisted that a packed schedule is pivotal for the development of future England stars despite a review conducted by Andrew Strauss recommending fewer games in the County Championship. Batty now heads up the defending champions in Division One and while he’s happy for the club’s England [...]
Investing in women’s health – and yes, the menopause – must be a daily promise March 9, 2023 Yesterday, City firms up and down the country celebrated international women’s day and lauded the women on their staff - but they need to invest in their health every day to see the rewards, writes Samantha Downes.
E Legend and Views backers should cry Rivers of happy tears February 21, 2023 IT WAS good to see young jockey Jerry Chau back among the winners when he rode a double at Happy Valley a week ago. The 22-year-old found it hard going earlier in the season, especially with his claiming allowance down to two pounds, and it looked like it had affected his confidence. However, things have [...]
Uber trialing free childcare in bid to coax parents to become drivers March 13, 2023 Uber is trialling free childcare for drivers as part of efforts to encourage more parents of young children to sign up to the minicab app platform. The company announced it is offering 10 hours of free childcare for 1,000 of its UK drivers. Uber said its drivers on average earn £34 an hour in London [...]
Fabulous Christmas cheese and wine to stun dinner party guests November 30, 2022 How to perfect your Christmas cheese and wine servings this year Flavour is fine, but when selecting items for a cheeseboard, the key is to think about weight, texture, and intensity. A creamy bloom cheese such as a brie or camembert, for instance, is perfectly paired with the effervescent bubbles and acidity of a champagne [...]
Russell Norman, the chef who made small plates and no reservations cool, dies from cardiac arrest at 57 November 24, 2023 Russell Norman, one of the UK’s best known chefs, has died of cardiac arrest aged just 57.
New James Bond story will focus on London and King Charles’ Coronation March 31, 2023 Ian Fleming productions has announced a new James Bond story will be released to coincide with King Charles’ Coronation in May. The story will be called On His Majesty’s Secret Service, following on from the original Ian Fleming novel, On Her Majesty’s Secret Service. The new story will be written by Charlie Higson, who has [...]
NS&I: Premium Bonds odds set to improve to best level in more than 15 years August 8, 2023 Premium Bonds odds will improve to the best level seen in more than 15 years from September, savings giant NS&I (National Savings and Investments) has announced. The odds will improve to 21,000 to one, from 22,000 to one previously – their best level since the April 2008 prize draw. NS&I estimates that there will be [...]