Symonds allies at No 10: The ex-girlfriend of Michael Gove and ex-Cameron era Cabinet Office aide

Shockwaves were sent through No 10 after Boris Johnson appointed two new aides, one of whom is the ex-girlfriend of Michael Gove. Baroness Simone Finn was appointed as deputy chief of staff and Henry Newman was made a senior adviser of Downing Street.  The pair are not only allies of Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove … Read more

Symonds allies at No 10: The ex-girlfriend of Michael Gove and ex-Cameron era Cabinet Office aide

Shockwaves were sent through No 10 after Boris Johnson appointed two new aides, one of whom is the ex-girlfriend of Michael Gove. Baroness Simone Finn was appointed as deputy chief of staff and Henry Newman was made a senior adviser of Downing Street.  The pair are not only allies of Cabinet Office minister Michael Gove … Read more

Zendaya says Malcolm & Marie was shot in black and white as a tribute to Hollywood era

Zendaya has been discussing why her new Sam Levinson movie was shot in black and white. Talking on GMA, the 24-year-old actress revealed it was a tribute to an era where black actors were not as common on screen.  ‘Well, you know, other than the fact that it’s just pretty, it’s beautiful, it adds timelessness … Read more

Tatler reveals the very lavish country houses bringing Regency era Britain to life in Bridgerton 

With its scandal and sexual dalliances, raunchy Netflix period drama Bridgerton promises to keep viewers entertained when it premieres on Christmas Day.   The series focuses on the story of Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor), the eldest daughter of a wealthy family, as she dives into the social scene of Regency era London in search of a husband, … Read more

Tatler reveals the very lavish country houses bringing Regency era Britain to life in Bridgerton 

With its scandal and sexual dalliances, raunchy Netflix period drama Bridgerton promises to keep viewers entertained when it premieres on Christmas Day.   The series focuses on the story of Daphne Bridgerton (Phoebe Dynevor), the eldest daughter of a wealthy family, as she dives into the social scene of Regency era London in search of a husband, … Read more

Rolls-Royce’s shares rocket almost 16% as it announces plans for a post-Covid era shake-up

Rolls-Royce’s shares rocket almost 16% as it announces plans for a post-Covid era shake-up, with smaller plane engines on the agenda A top executive said Rolls could restart making engines for smaller planes  This marks a shift from the current strategy to only supply large jets  The firm also announced a shake-up of its manufacturing operations  … Read more

How Debenhams never recovered from its brutal private equity era 

He is not a household name like Sir Philip Green. Nor has he, like the Topshop tycoon, had the dubious distinction of having a film entitled ‘Greed’ based on his life. Indeed, in the acres of coverage on the collapse of Debenhams, the name of its former chief executive Rob Templeman has barely been mentioned. … Read more

Dark days for the dollar: Greenback in doldrums as Biden era begins

The vaccine breakthrough news may have sparked hope that the lights will go on again sooner than expected in the theatres of New York’s silent and shuttered Broadway. There may be no business like show business. But tidings are darker for that other great American symbol – the dollar – as the Covid-19 ravage continues. … Read more

A review of the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park in London in the coronavirus era

It is rare to find moments of perfect tranquillity in this increasingly tense world, but the Mandarin Oriental Hyde Park, offers a treasure trove of them. Yes, a stay at this stunning luxury hotel with its amazing suites, half with a ‘country’ view looking on to the Royal parkland, the other ‘town’ side, facing bustling … Read more

How to navigate the new rules for travel in the coronavirus era

Passport, ticket… Covid-19 negative test result: How to navigate the new rules for travel in the coronavirus era Check to see if you need proof that you’re free of Covid-19 before travelling  Free NHS tests are for those with Covid symptoms, not people going on holiday Some countries allow you to avoid pre-flight tests by … Read more