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  1. Marriage divorce

    Why Are Divorce Rates Rising?

    When it comes to divorce, most of us have seen it be problematic for a family close to us and if it happens you can’t help but think why? It’s not uncommon, and from 2009 to 2010 the latest data...
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  2. Greetings cards

    The future of the greetings card

    As with the music and book publishing industries, the greeting card industry has undergone a drastic makeover during the digital age. Not only can we give our loved ones traditional paper birthday cards that include music, photos, and handwritten messages...
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  3. Abestos

    Londoners beware: Asbestos still a hidden danger

    Over exposure to asbestos has been linked with the development of several terminal illnesses, such as asbestosis, mesothelioma and lung cancer. Although the use of asbestos is now illegal, it is still present in some old homes.Asbestos was most widely...
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  4. Zanetto Opera Holland Park

    Opera Holland Park: a must see

    A rainy summer may not conjure up images of picnics and open air theatre, but the team at Opera Holland Park   have found a genius solution. You can enjoy luxury picnics in the comfort of a gorgeous patio and...
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  5. Notting Hill Coronet Cinema

    Dating ideas in Notting Hill Gate

    London is packed with iconic streets, and Notting Hill Gate is just one of them. In this part of west London, you’ll find that there are plenty of great dating venues, which is handy if you’re looking to meet someone...
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  6. West End theatres

    What’s on in London’s West End this June

    Planning a trip to London in June and like the idea of putting some time aside to take in a West End show? 
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  7. Notting Hill house

    London house prices on the rise

    Property prices across the country are on the rise. There are exceptions in some places of course, but across the board the average rates for first time buyers are still really high. It’s no surprise one of the worst hit...
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  8. Brewin Dolphin garden by Cleve West

    The best of the Chelsea Flower Show 2012

    The 2012 Chelsea Flower Show, like many of its predecessors, served to give gardeners from all backgrounds plenty of ideas for how to grow certain plants, how to design and landscape their garden in time for the summer and anything...
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  9. Diamond Jubilee logo

    Find the Jubilee gems

    Children with a keen eye for treasure can win some fantastic prizes in the Council's diamond treasure hunt on the King's Road and Kensington High Street over the Jubilee bank holiday weekend.
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  10. Holland Park property

    The allure of West London property

    Home to the vast majority of the capital’s tourist attractions and celebrated for its strong artistic heritage, the W1 district of Central London is internationally renowned. A leading combination of bustling streets, world-class architecture and fantastic transport links, there is...
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  11. Dinner party image

    The do’s and don’ts of dinner parties

    They can be scarier and more stressful than the tribulations of moving house, job interviews and even wedding planning. Dinner parties, the trickiest part of culinary entertainment. Even the most competent cooks can experience the jitters when it comes to...
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  12. London office space

    Choosing the right business space in the capital

    Finding the right commercial location for your business is an essential ingredient in any successful enterprise. With close proximity to transport networks and industry contacts businesses can get off on the right foot. Acquiring office space to let in London...
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  13. Unwanted CDs DVDs

    Free some cash out of your old belongings

    Whether you’re trying to pay off old debts or pad your savings, making money from home can help you get there. But what if you don’t have any particular hobbies or talents that you can use to build a part-time...
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  14. Traditional wedding

    The wedding battle: traditional vs. contemporary weddings

    Big white dresses, flowers and favours, or a minimalist ceremony in a barn - the battle between traditional and contemporary weddings continues, and no one is quite sure which is most popular.
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  15. Baby

    What to expect when bringing home baby?

    So you are all excited and ready to ‘pop’ so that you can finally meet your new bundle of joy. You have attended all the pre-natal classes that have somehow prepared you for what is yet to come. From experience...
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  16. Best Bar None awards

    Best Bar None 2012

    Bars, pubs and clubs in Kensington and Chelsea are being urged to join the Best Bar None (BBN) scheme which is entering its fifth year in the Royal Borough. The scheme recognises licensees who demonstrate excellent management standards. 
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  17. London By Bike competition

    Enter 'London by Bike' and win £1500

    Cyclists! It’s time to put on your brakes and start snapping. Barclays has teamed up with street photographer Nick Turpin to find camera keen cyclists to capture the adventure, inspiration and beauty of cycling in London.
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  18. Bikeminded summer cycle tour

    Bikeminded launches its summer cycling tours

    Bikeminded, the name of the campaign from the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea (RBKC) council to promote cycling in the borough, has announced its programme of summer cycling tours. It is running a series of events for cyclists aimed...
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  19. Kensington Mums Chelsea

    Kensington Mums - Keeping you in the loop

    Dina is a local mother of two. She recently launched, Kensington Mums, a local website for mums in Kensington to share information and experiences. In this blog post, Dina writes about her experiences as a mum and the reasons for...
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  20. Electric meter

    Ease the pressure and drive down your bills

    The latest report from the government regarding energy shows that the United Kingdom is filled with fuel poverty. And, with this in mind, the whole country is concerned for the future of their electricity prices. With the problem expected to...
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  21. Redistributing Fashion Notting Hill

    Redistributing Fashion pop up sale

    Publisher's note: In this blog post, Chic&Seek, a local business where you can buy used designer clothes, writes about its upcoming Redistributing Fashion event. Redistributing Fashion is a free event being held at 20th Century Theatre Westbourne Grove on Friday 16...
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  22. Piggy Bank

    Top tips to consolidate your debt problems

    For many of us managing debt is part and parcel of everyday life. It is all too easy to be tempted by favourable interest rates to make purchases that we want rather than need. In the main, debt repayment is...
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  23. London marathon

    How to prepare for a marathon: 10 steps

    The Virgin London Marathon is two months away and many of you are well into your training. Whether you're running a marathon or half marathon this year, it's essential to prepare properly. So, before you end up like many other...
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  24. Fearne Cotton

    Bafta awards 2012: Hair style wrap up

    Gina Conway is owner and director of Gina Conway Aveda Salons. With salons in Fulham, Chelsea, Notting Hill and Wimbledon, Gina provides her critique of the hair styles at the 65th Baftas last night together with some quick how to's...
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  25. Ski prehabilitation

    Are you snow-ready? A guide to your skiing prehabilitation

    Yes, it is that time of year again. Its time to dust off those thermals, get out that wacky woolly hat and the oversized goggles because, if you are anything like us, the onset of uncomfortably cold weather is a...
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  26. Hafod Glan Gwy cottage Wales

    Win A Weekend Escape With Sheepskin, Inspired Cottages

    Sheepskin, founded in 2009, is an exclusive collection of unique holiday cottages. Whether you are looking for a cosy character cottage, a secluded and romantic retreat, a family holiday by the sea or luxury weekend break in the mountains, Sheepskin...
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  27. Hammersmith flyover

    Flyover reopens to light traffic

    Hammersmith Flyover has today reopened – but in a restricted capacity, with only one lane open in each direction to cars, vans and other light vehicles. Traffic restrictions are being enforced by a 6ft 6in width restriction at either end of...
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  28. London 2012 Olympics

    200 days to prepare for Olympic Games

    With just 200 days to go before the Olympic Games begin, expectation is building for what promises to be a magnificent sporting summer in the capital. Amidst the excitement, however, the Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea is urging residents...
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  29. Chakra Indian Restaurant Notting Hill

    Restaurant review: Chakra

    Britain’s obsession with curry started sometime during the 1950s, with an increase in migration from south Asia, and it shows no sign of stopping. So at first glance, there’s nothing particularly astonishing about a new Indian restaurant in Notting Hill.
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  30. Christmas Casino

    Big bingo winner at Jackpotjoy has an even bigger heart

    It’s Christmas and time to spread some cheer and goodwill. The latest Jackpotjoy winner definitely thought so when she decided to give most of her £1,313 win to charity. Why not make your Christmas cracking and play Bingo90 at Jackpotjoy?
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