Protestors fly a flag in solidarity with Ukraine outside the US embassy in London following the Trump Administration’s decision to freeze military aid (Credit: Henry Langdon)
Category: Features
Watch: Inside Kingston’s stand-up comedy competition for new acts
For 23 years, Crack Comedy has ran a stand-up competition for new and aspiring comics at the Grey Horse Pub in Kingston.
Known across London for the quality of its comedy acts, on Sunday nights, Crack Comedy opens up the stage for anyone to deliver a short set to an intimate audience.
Mayor Liz Green: ‘As much as it’s non-political, I cannot change who I am’
This Women’s History Month, The Kingston Courier spoke to the Mayor of Kingston about trailblazing women, imposter syndrome and having to stay neutral on issues that matter.
‘Don’t worry, be happy’: a 100-year-old World War II survivor shares her story
To live to a century is a milestone that very few people ever make, and even fewer have the privilege of sharing their story. “Well, I don’t have to worry about not making it. I am very happy,” said Ursula la Cock, who turned 100 years old on 27 February this year.
Shrovetide football: Kingston’s lost tradition?
On both Shrove Tuesday and Ash Wednesday, hundreds of men and women would gather in Kingston’s Market Square, awaiting the sound of the Pancake Bell.
Falling fertility rates: Three young people on their reasons for waiting to have children
The uncertainty of the job market, inflation and the pressure to find the right partner are just some of the reasons behind why less and less young people are choosing to have children.
What Trump’s presidency means for the planet
As one of his first acts of his second term, Donald Trump vowed to withdraw from the Paris Climate Agreement, which sets a target to limit global warming to 1.5°C above pre-industrial levels.
25 years at the BBC with Social Affairs Correspondent Fiona Lamdin
How many of us could say we see ourselves working for the same employer for a quarter of a century?
Certainly not me, and current trends of job-hopping suggest I’m not alone. In that sense, journalist Fiona Lamdin is somewhat of a rarity. Based at BBC Points West as a Social Affairs Correspondent, Lamdin is currently celebrating 25 years of working for the corporation.
‘It’s really rewarding’: Puppy rescued from abuse gets second chance
Five years ago, Pudding was rescued from a house in Kingston. Now, she has been given a new lease of life.
Valentine’s Day on a budget: Your guide to £30 date ideas
Valentine’s Day is around the corner, and it’s not about how much you spend but the memories you create.
