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Leeds is sparkling with anticipation as an exciting array of new venues prepares to open, including Hello Japanon Albion Street for authentic groceries, Madre at Wellington Place for vibrant Mexican tastes, and the first Cinnammmm café in North Chapel Allerton, alongside Blend coffee on Burley Road.
The city’s fashion scene is also set to dazzle with Uniqlo and the returning Victoria’s Secret on Briggate, while Mr Bragshaws Art Gallery in Chapel Allerton promises a cultural feast with works from iconic artists like Banksy and David Hockney.
What exciting new shops and venues are opening in Leeds soon?
Leeds is welcoming several exciting new openings, including Hello Japan for authentic Japanese groceries, Madre for vibrant Mexican cuisine, Cinnammmm’s first café, Blend specialty coffee, Uniqlo and Victoria’s Secret on Briggate, and Mr Bragshaws Art Gallery in Chapel Allerton, enhancing the city’s shopping, dining, and cultural scene.
Leeds is abuzz with anticipation as a vibrant array of new shops, eateries, and venues prepares to open their doors this year and next. From international culinary delights and stylish fashion brands to cozy coffee shops and world-class art galleries, the city’s ever-evolving landscape promises something fresh for everyone. Explore what’s coming and get ready to discover new favorites in the heart of Leeds.
Hello Japan: A Taste of Tokyo on Albion Street
Leeds welcomes a unique addition to its culinary scene with Hello Japan, the city’s newest independent Japanese grocery store. Opening on Albion Street on July 19th, 2025, Hello Japan aims to become the go-to destination for authentic Japanese food products. Enthusiasts of East Asian cuisine will be able to browse an impressive selection, including ramen varieties, sweet snacks such as Poky—which has garnered a devoted following as the Japanese answer to Mikado—and premium matcha for at-home preparation.
What sets Hello Japan apart is its commitment to exclusivity. The store plans to restock every couple of weeks, ensuring that customers always find something new and exciting. Many of the products—ranging from instant noodle flavors rarely seen outside Japan to region-specific confectioneries—are exclusive imports unavailable elsewhere in the UK. This approach positions Hello Japan as a haven for both seasoned Japanophiles and curious newcomers alike.
The store’s central location on Albion Street means easy access for both residents and visitors. As Leeds continues to diversify its international food offering, Hello Japan is poised to become a staple for anyone seeking quality Japanese ingredients, specialty drinks, and culinary inspiration. For more information, keep an eye on Hello Japan’s updates as opening day approaches.
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Tom’s album ‘Everywhere I Went Led Me To Where I Didn’t Want To Be’ was released on August 15th via Insanity Records.
We think it’s timely to mention what Tom said about his previously released single, Boys Don’t Cry. It’s Suicide Prevention Day today and we’re sparing a thought for all those who are struggling to cope with the stresses and pressures of today’s world.
I’m an emotional person,” Tom says.“In a lot of towns, especially where I come from, there’s still this stigma around emotion. Men are told they need to be about football, beer, and zero emotions. Boys Don’t Cry is the tonic to the negative “man up” usage, a term used by us lads who find it hard to deal with other vulnerability and in fact our own. It’s the song that helped me go, do you know what? I’m comfortable with being able to cry and process emotions, I call my mum or my missus and some friends who have also struggled but since passed the barrier . It’s a difficult situation being a lad around people when they get emotional, or being emotional yourself and talking about it. So let’s have that conversation.”
Boys Don’t Cry further showcases the thrilling evolution of one of UK’s most exciting talents at his creative best. Tom teamed up with producer Justin Tranter for his fourth album, creating a state-of-the-art pop record. The 15-track album is the multi-platinum-selling artist’s fourth and serves as the eagerly awaited follow-up to 2023’s ‘What Ifs & Maybes’. Coinciding with the album release, Tom Grennan embarked on his biggest UK & Ireland arena tour to date this month, with 11 dates announced for the GRENNAN ’25 tour.
With two number one albums under his belt alongside multiple Brit and Ivor Novello nominations, countless airplay smashes, sold-out arena tours and an MTV Award for Best UK Act, Tom Grennan is already one of the country’s biggest artists. Last August saw the Bedford-born artist headline his biggest show to date to a capacity crowd of 25,000 at Gunnersbury Park.
Keen to explore a new sound, Tom enlisted the songwriter and producer behind hits for Dua Lipa & Chappell Roan and found in Tranter a collaborator who understood exactly what he wanted to say and what he wanted to sound like: George Michael, Prince, Freddie Mercury. “So much of the new music is uplifting — it makes you dance, makes you sing,” Tom says.
“It’s about my fight with a side of me I have a lot of trouble with. It’s still a daily battle. But I’ve learned how to fight all these demons and I’m mentally and physically prepared now. I’m in athlete mode.”
While the title alludes to a time when Tom faced challenges with his mental health, ‘Everywhere I Went Led Me To Where I Didn’t Want To Be’ is a positive album about self-belief and having the confidence to take risks.“This album is about me, revived. Now I’m at a place where I DO want to be. And I’m ready to blow people’s heads off.”
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Kerry Katona's friend gives fresh update on her relationship with Celebs Go Dating star boyfriend
Good for them, Kerry gives long deep truthful chat on celebrity day Agency.
With a dark past in violent re, addiction, mental Health contributing to everything, still she has pulled through, Im sure lots can take strength from her starry.
Former Atomic Kitten singer Kerry Katona's friend Lewis Nicholls paid tribute to their new relationship in a sweet Instagram post, describing the couple as "the real deal"
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Student flats in Leeds could soon be used to house asylum seekers under new plans submitted by the Home Office.
Kerry Katona has candidly discussed her love life with her toyboy boyfriend Paolo Margaglione.
The reality star, 45, found love with the personal trainer, 33, after meeting on Celebs Go Dating, which began filming in April.
Good on Kerry, after a young lady having such a career, trying her hand at all challenges, winning by been herself, yet dealing with mental health, addiction, damaging relationships, tgen mainstream media, continually kicking her when down, she has found love and she is a inspiration to everyone else in many areas of life and a straight talking, real person who deserves happiness and articles which she deserves and Im sure, sure many people can get a lot of strength from such authentic venerability, best wishes
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Kerry Katona has candidly discussed her love life with her toy boy boy friend Paolo Margaglione.
Kerry Katona: A Story of Strength, Resilience, and Finding Love
Kerry Katona has faced more than her fair share of challenges in the public eye. From overcoming violent relationships and the heartbreak of failed marriages to battling addiction and enduring slander from mainstream media, her journey has been nothing short of extraordinary. Throughout it all, Kerry has remained honest, open, and authentic, sharing her struggles and triumphs with the world. Against all odds, she recently surprised everyone, including herself, by finding love on a series she had little hope would succeed. Her courage to openly admit her fears and vulnerabilities is a testament to her character and growth. Kerry’s remarkable resilience continues to inspire many, proving that even in the face of adversity, hope and happiness can prevail.
For more updates on Kerry Katona’s life and journey, you can read more on her story here.
.The former Atomic Kitten star said: 'I am very happy. I don't think I have felt like this in my life'.
Sky-watchers enjoy rare total lunar eclipse
It's been a striking night for lovers of a total lunar eclipse, so I hope you managed to catch a glimpse of the glowing Blood Moon this evening.
From astronomers in Kuwait to sky gazers in Johannesburg, South Africa, this rare phenomenon has captivated audiences globally, while others missed out at a watch party in London.
Sadly, it wasn't visible from central London when I popped out to check a little while ago, but we've very much been enjoying your pictures here in the BBC newsroom.
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About 75 people gathered this evening in Blackheath for a Flamsteed Astronomy Society event in London - families, couples, friends and kids.
All were hoping to catch sight of the eclipse. It felt a bit like a small party and the mood was optimistic when clouds started clearing above the eastern horizon about half an hour before the moonrise.
But in the end, the weather didn’t play ball - and we didn’t see the eclipse.
“This is British astronomy - we turn out but there’s always a risk you don’t see anything. Sometimes the weather lets us down,” Jake Foster, public astronomy officer at the Royal Observatory Greenwich, tells me.
“Maybe you can come again next year?” Gaia, 11, asks me - the next chance to see a partial eclipse is August 2026.
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The world of cinema, with its captivating stories, larger-than-life characters, and breathtaking visuals, has become an integral part of modern culture. But have you ever wondered where it all began? Welcome to the fascinating world of “Roundhay Garden Scene,” the very first movie ever shot. In this article, we explore the historical significance and enduring legacy of this groundbreaking film, which paved the way for the cinematic revolution.
The Inventor: Louis Le Prince
The journey of cinema began with the vision and ingenuity of French inventor Louis Le Prince. Born in Metz, France, in 1841, Le Prince was a pioneer in the field of moving pictures. In the late 1880s, he developed a single-lens camera capable of capturing sequential images on a single roll of film.
Le Prince’s fascination with capturing movement through photography led him to experiment with his newly invented camera. Little did he know that his experiments would shape the course of history and revolutionize the world of visual storytelling.
The Setting: Roundhay Garden
On October 14, 1888, Louis Le Prince chose the tranquil garden of Joseph and Sarah Whitley’s home in Roundhay, Leeds, England, as the backdrop for his groundbreaking experiment. The lush greenery and serene ambience of Roundhay Garden provided an ideal setting for capturing life in motion.
The Cast: Adolphe Le Prince and Family
For his cinematic endeavour, Louis Le Prince enlisted the help of his son, Adolphe Le Prince, and other members of the Whitley family. The film features four subjects: Adolphe Le Prince, Sarah Whitley (Adolphe’s mother and Joseph Whitley’s wife), Harriet Hartley (Sarah’s mother), and Joseph Whitley (Sarah’s father).
The Scene: A Glimpse of Life in Motion
“Roundhay Garden Scene” is an extraordinary film not because of its complexity or lengthy plot but due to its historical significance as the first motion picture ever shot. The film, lasting just a few seconds, shows the four subjects strolling around the garden.
Though seemingly mundane, the film was a groundbreaking achievement. It captured a snippet of life in motion, something that had never been achieved before. The continuous loop of movement provided a glimpse of the potential of motion pictures as a means of storytelling and expression.
The Legacy: Paving the Way for Cinema
The significance of “Roundhay Garden Scene” extends far beyond its brevity. It marked the birth of cinema as an art form, setting the stage for the development of motion pictures as we know them today. Louis Le Prince’s pioneering work laid the foundation for other inventors and filmmakers to explore and refine the art of filmmaking.
The world of cinema owes a debt of gratitude to “Roundhay Garden Scene.” Without this humble beginning, the mesmerizing world of motion pictures and the countless films and stories that followed might never have come to fruition.
“Roundhay Garden Scene” remains a symbol of innovation and creativity, an enduring testament to the ingenuity of Louis Le Prince. This short film, with its simplicity and charm, sparked the journey of cinema, captivating audiences worldwide for over a century.
As we enjoy the mesmerizing world of modern cinema, let us remember the humble beginnings of “Roundhay Garden Scene” and pay homage to the visionary inventor whose work forever transformed the way we experience stories on the silver screen.
The largest open-platform tech event returns for its 10th anniversary!
Immerse yourself in the Leeds digital community at the largest tech event in the North.
Leeds Digital Festival is an open, collaborative celebration of digital culture in all its forms, so there’s something for everyone.
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Man Charged With Leeds Murder
Monday, 1 September 2025
Detectives investigating the death of a man in Leeds have charged a man with murder.
Eljon Markaj, aged 31, of no fixed address, has been remanded in custody to appear before Leeds Magistrates’ Court today (Monday).
Markaj has also been charged with possessing an offensive weapon in a public place.
The charges relate to the death of Elsiado Marku, 26, who was pronounced dead at the scene of an incident in Cardigan Road, Headingley on Friday, 29 August
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A man has been arrested on suspicion of murder after a man was fatally stabbed in Leeds.
Police were called to Cardigan Road, Headingley, shortly before 16:30 BST on Friday, with emergency services providing medical treatment at the scene.
The man was pronounced dead at the location a short while later, West Yorkshire Police said, with the arrested 31-year-old man remaining in police custody for questioning.
A scene remained in place on Saturday morning, the force added, with investigation work continuing.
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Hundreds of tents and other reusable items have been left behind by festival-goers at Bramham Park, following the Leeds Festival.
The event, featuring headliners Chappell Roan and Hozier, was held over the bank holiday weekend.
Organisations, such as Surplus to Purpose, will scavenge for items they can use to help people.
Festival Republic, which runs the event, said its message to those attending is "take your tents home".
The festival website also stated the majority of abandoned equipment ends up "going to energy from waste because it is impossible to recycle or reuse" and urges people to take any broken items to recycling points.
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Dishing out some quotes of beauty and a strong Lady, who came from rags, to riches
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""I wish I had supernatural strength to set everything wrong in the world right."
"Life would be so wonderful if we only knew what to do with it."
Anyone who has a continuous smile on your his face conceals a toughness that is almost frightening.!"
Take this wise advice from a Hollywood star back in 1916 and use it today 2025 to gain your strength from
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Bramhope public meetings on August 20 about Leeds Local Plan
Bramhope & Carlton Parish Council is holding public meetings on Wednesday, August 20, to inform residents about the proposals for development in the newly published Leeds Local Plan.
The meetings are at Bramhope Village Hall on Old Lane at 4pm and 7pm.
A Parish Council spokesman said: "The 2025 Leeds Local Plan published in July identifies eight sites in Bramhope's Green Belt that are to be considered for housing between 2026 and 2042.
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Riots across the country over migrants, it's being only a matter of time, before such unfairness has come to ahead.
Our homeless have been pushed aside for long enough, one report, a working man had fallen into difficulty after his separation from his partner, the local authority, stated, they cannot help him while he is employed.
Meanwhile, we have had migrants, coming off of boats and into te arms of warm dry hotels, clothing, mobile phones and more rights than our own people, so much and such anger has being brewing amongst the people of the UK
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Spoke out the truth against the matrix
The government (matrix) are pushing through their tool tge mainstream media, the propaganda notion, that, Russell Brand, the stand up comic and x host presenter for the channel 4 variety of shows, many where his promiscuous, extremely transparent, jokes and common know Of his sexual love and frisk with women and too the massive sex icon who has a huge women following, ladies throwing themselves Brans way, channel 4 holding a platform and encouraging such laughter.
from sex addiction to Drugs, it's been no secret Brand has struggled with addiction.
Documented in numourous books, YouTube and mainstream programs, that brand faced his problems through various treatment and today helps hundreds of people try see that recovery works.
Today some 15 years clean, his hookworm career and as a family man a dad and husband he hosts a off white you tube channel, speaking the truth and a big subject which got lots of interest, was about the lies force fed by the matrix regards COVID-19 and vacines
The matrix have now labelled him a rapist in the agenda to science him and digitally assassinate him.
The massively successful Tate brothers,coming from humble backgrounds from Luton, they made their fortune after being world champion kick boxes and business men.
There following online, is one of the highest for Googled men, their popularity with women is huge and their off-white, outspokeness, against the matrix and the system with Covid, has ended them wrongly where the matrix are, digitally assassinating them, labelling them, rapists and freezing their wealth and assets .
once again been silenced speaking out the truth against the matrix notion , narrative and nonsense with Covid and vaccines.
The same with Tommy, using the old Race card against him highliting the way the matrix are enabling terroisum, radicalisation on our own people on our own streets and the threats and ongoing shinnanigans, what's happening today.
tommy and his documentary named silenced which exposed the mainstream media for pushing wrong narratives to the people.
Also Tommy exposed the floors in covid and the lies and funny enough locked isolated , in a high security jail in solidarity for 8 months this is tourch and criminal
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Scarcroft: North Leeds village crowned one of the poshest in the UK by The Telegraph
Scarcroft, alongside three others in Yorkshire, has been listed amongst Britain’s 48 poshest villages by the national newspaper.
With an average house price of £668,344, The Telegraph highlighted Scarcroft’s appeal, particularly its proximity to Leeds.
The food bank que has a 80% migrant number is this correct?
Nice one for putting up with us over the years'
Liam Gallagher thanked the 70,000 fans who attended Oasis' first reunion gig in Cardiff for 'putting up with them over the years'. The singer and his brother Noel had been at loggerheads for 16 years, with fans giving up on the idea that Oasis would reunite for another tour.
However, they shocked fans when they made the announcement last year that they would be embarking on an epic tour all over the world. Cardiff was blessed with the very first gig on Friday night, with the brothers holding hands and raising them to the sky as they waltzed onto the stage.
The likes of Champagne Supernova, Supersonic, Slide Away and more were performed tonight, with Noel pausing for a few bars while singing Half The World Away to take in the scenes in front of him.
After leaving the stage at the end of the night, fans stomped and cheered as they demanded an encore.
They returned to sing the likes of The Masterplan, Don't Look Back In Anger and Wonderwall before Liam thanked fans for supporting them.
He said: "Thank you, beautiful people. This is it. Nice one for putting up with us over the years. We are hard work, we get it."
Liam Gallagher thanks Oasis fans 'for putting up with them over the years'
one for putting up with us over the years'
Liam Gallagher thanked the 70,000 fans who attended Oasis' first reunion gig in Cardiff for 'putting up with them over the years'. The singer and his brother Noel had been at loggerheads for 16 years, with fans giving up on the idea that Oasis would reunite for another tour.
However, they shocked fans when they made the announcement last year that they would be embarking on an epic tour all over the world. Cardiff was blessed with the very first gig on Friday night, with the brothers holding hands and raising them to the sky as they waltzed onto the stage.
The likes of Champagne Supernova, Supersonic, Slide Away and more were performed tonight, with Noel pausing for a few bars while singing Half The World Away to take in the scenes in front of him.
After leaving the stage at the end of the night, fans stomped and cheered as they demanded an encore.
They returned to sing the likes of The Masterplan, Don't Look Back In Anger and Wonderwall before Liam thanked fans for supporting them.
He said: "Thank you, beautiful people. This is it. Nice one for putting up with us over the years. We are hard work, we get it."
Liam Gallagher thanks Oasis fans 'for putting up with them over the years'
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The (matrix) in the House of Con-men's, criticise Trump for taxing countries,while they plan to remove money from our disabled and their pip
The government has won a vote on its benefits bill by 75 votes, but only after offering last-minute concessions to Labour rebels.
Ministers had already watered down their plansonce by reversing some cuts to universal credit and protecting current claimants of personal independence payment (Pip) from stricter eligibility rules.
However, some Labour MPs were still concerned the new criteria for claiming Pip would come into force before the recommendations of a review could be implemented.
Fearing a humiliating defeat, the government announced a further U-turn, saying it would not change Pip rules until it had time to consider the review's conclusions.
The 11th hour changes leave the government's Universal Credit and Personal Independence Payment Bill gutted of its most significant measures.
The move undermines Sir Keir's authority, which has been called into question by a series of U-turns recently, and that of Work and Pensions Secretary Liz Kendall.
It also puts pressure on Chancellor Rachel Reeves' spending plans, as potential savings of around £5bn will now be delayed or lost entirely.
Helen Miller, incoming director of the Institute for Fiscal Studies think tank, said the figures would "intensify the speculation over the summer about which taxes may rise and by how much".
She said it raised questions about the government's credibility adding: "It doesn't bode well for those hoping this government will grasp the nettle and address the deeper, structural challenges facing the UK public finances."
Speaking after the vote, Kendall said: "I wish we had got to this point in a different way."
She said there were "lessons to learn from the process" but defended the bill arguing it put in place "really important reforms" to help those who can, back into work.
Labour MP Chris Curtis, who supported the measures from the outset, defended the government's concessions. He told BBC Radio 4's Today programme: "I don't think it's weakness to look at the evidence to reconsider your position, and to end up in a better place.
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Authorities are busy chasing and seizing scooters, while the 20:000 boats are illegally mooring up
It would appear migrants are welcome as they are controllable and adhere to anything
Possibly trained up to control ourselves this is freedom of speech this is highlighting actually what's going on, the notion goes on if we move into who's getting local agency's help and housing first?
one would think that you would address your own people before migrants, but no , is this fair?
Heatwave peak set to bring 34C to parts of UK
Parts of the UK could see one of the hottest June days ever as a heatwave, now in its fourth day, peaks on Monday.
Leeds will expect late thirties
If the temperature does go above 34C as expected, it would be in the top three hottest June days on record. It is not expected to challenge the hottest day though of 35.6C set in 1976.
Leeds United close in on £5.1m transfer for Bundesliga defender with medical planned
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What’s the Definition of a High-Flying Job in This Era?
Well, of course, we all remember that growing up, the talk of high-flying jobs usually centered around careers like solicitors or doctors. If you were academic enough, disciplined, and—let’s be honest—lucky, then landing one of those roles meant you’d “made it.”
However, today’s world looks very different. That’s not to say that those professions aren’t still highly respected and successful, but the landscape of opportunity has broadened. Trades of all types—once viewed as labour-intensive roles for the less fortunate—have seen a major shift in perception and value.
Qualified electricians, plumbers, joiners, and similar tradespeople are now earning salaries that compete with, and in some cases exceed, those of general practitioners and other traditional professionals in the UK.
Then, of course, we’re living in a technological era. Fields like ethical hacking, networking, software development, and anything connected to artificial intelligence are among the most lucrative and in-demand careers of our time.
So, what should you do today if you’re a young man or woman considering career opportunities?
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Starbucks Albion Street: Long-standing Leeds coffee shop closes after years on busy shopping street
A spokesperson for Starbucks confirmed the store’s closure in a brief statement. It said: “We regularly review our portfolio to ensure our stores are relevant for our customers.
“Our Albion Street store in Leeds is now closed and we thank our customers for their loyalty over the years and invite them to find their nearest store on the Starbucks Store Locator.”
A story of a veteran in North Leeds today with PTSD was made, broken and betrayed by the British Military
Written by Charlie Rudd, dedicated to Martin (Marty) Driscoll
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Suspicious substance at LGI today.
All emergency services and specialists in chemical warfare weee deployed to the scene. The situation is under control while the identification of what it is will continue today
Billy Moore visits Leeds and it's dark side to the streets. Giving back.
Billy has been through it all and come out the other side.
Liverpool born, a professional boxer who fell into the trap of addiction and substance abuse.
Leading him overseas and then into the frightening 20 plus inmates cells in Thailand, where brutality and abuse was just a daily norm
His boxing talent came into fighting his way to freedom and finally he touched back down on British soil
After the battles of recovery, the 12 steps NA program has given him a life beyond his wildest dreams today.
After two films and a book he now goes to cities across UK making podcasts about the dark side to addiction on the streets of in our case Leeds, where he visited last week and reached out to the suffering to carry the message of hope as he had and took to get where his clean life is today.
Freedom united and decentralisation is the ethos and brave words of finally free, Ross Al... a the Silk Road creater and freedom fighter
Who talks this week for the first time since his release from Trumps pardoning of a double life sentence.
The freedom of speech and opposite door to mainstream media is what the OUREAD believes and ethos is.
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Vanuatu is not planning to revoke the citizenship of Andrew Tate, with a government spokesperson confirming that the influencer remains a Vanuatu citizen, and the government is not taking any steps to reverse that.
Rudd's Media, is a North Leeds agency which has a multitude of themes.
With blogs, local business advertising directories, poetry, art and much more.
All very off white and controversially driven, its good to see the bravery of a well put together alternative, freedom of free thinking and alternative ideas, which in todays society, appears a minority and the mass threads all in compliance with someone else's opinions and usually these of the conditioned, material, generic mind.
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A Top Spot in Roundhay Park
One of the best things about Tropical World is that it’s right in Roundhay Park. So, you can easily make a whole day of it. Go see all the exotic plants and animals, and then enjoy everything else the park has to offer – the lakes, the playgrounds, or just find a nice spot for a picnic. It’s a perfect combination.
Honestly, if you’re looking for something a bit different to do in Leeds, Tropical World is a great shout. You get to see some incredible things, learn a bit, and just have a memorable time. It made for a fantastic day out for me.
There’s always something going on in Leeds.
We’re a city that loves to entertain, with a jam-packed event programme that runs all year round. It runs through our much-loved music venues, iconic clubs and prestigious theatres. It runs through our outdoor spaces from Millennium Square and Leeds Dock to our many parks, museums and country houses. Whether it’s a concert, open mic, stand-up, film screening, sports, workshop, talk, festival, performance, food and drink… in Leeds there is guaranteed fun to be had every day (and night) of the week.
Art.
Robyn Rudd Artist back showcasing his work in Leeds & the Charles James Gallery
Is Local networking working for your business?
Networking in essence has been a thread, a method for years and years to self promote and share ideas with people in industries, with the same or cross market business, in which one can assist another as a joint affiliate program or a combined fulfilment of a contract requiring skills and services that you offer together.
The Benefits of Hosting a Networking Event
Running a networking event offers numerous benefits, both for the organiser and the participants. For businesses, it’s an opportunity to showcase your brand, connect with potential clients, and establish yourself as a leader in your industry. For participants, it’s a chance to meet like-minded professionals, exchange ideas, and build relationships that could lead to future opportunities.
"Of course there are thousands of ways to network"
However, as the world has evolved and a digital multitude of platforms have allowed you to interstate these tools, gives you a broad spectrum geographically, showcasing who, what and how you can fulfill such duties and your availability and potential to succeed , then platforms such as LinkedIn have broadened the market and choices , with immediate contact is just amazing, once filtered and narrowed down the specifics and target market , these groups and tourism can be very valuable towards networking and sourcing new candidates and clients, leading to more customers and revenue with good profits and growth in general terms
DO’S AND DON’TS
Do: Plan with Purpose
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Every successful event starts with a clear purpose. Know what you want to achieve—whether it’s fostering new business relationships, promoting a cause, or simply bringing a community together. Tailor the event’s format, agenda, and activities to align with this goal.
Don’t: Leave the Details to the Last Minute
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Attention to detail is crucial. From selecting the right venue and sending out timely invitations to organising the flow of activities, every detail matters. Last-minute planning often leads to avoidable issues that can detract from the event’s success.
Do: Create a Welcoming Atmosphere
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Make sure your event is accessible and inclusive. A warm, friendly atmosphere encourages attendees to engage and interact more openly. Consider things like the layout of the room, the availability of refreshments, and the clarity of instructions or signage.
Don’t: Overlook the Importance of Icebreakers
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Starting conversations can be daunting for some attendees, especially first-time networkers. Incorporate icebreakers or structured networking activities to help break down barriers and make it easier for people to connect.
Do: Facilitate Meaningful Connections
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Networking is most effective when it leads to genuine relationships. Encourage meaningful interactions by organising activities that go beyond superficial exchanges. This could be in the form of roundtable discussions, expert panels, or themed networking sessions.
Don’t: Focus Solely on Your Own Agenda
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While promoting your business or cause is important, a networking event should primarily serve the interests of your attendees. Ensure that the event provides value for everyone involved, whether through learning opportunities, new connections, or access to resources.
Do: Follow Up with Attendees
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The event doesn’t end when the last attendee leaves. Follow up with participants to thank them for attending, share any relevant information or resources, and encourage them to stay connected. This follow-up can strengthen the relationships formed at the event.
Don’t: Forget to Gather Feedback
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To improve future events, gather feedback from attendees. Ask what they enjoyed, what could be improved, and any suggestions they have for future events. This input is invaluable for refining your approach and ensuring your events continue to deliver value.
Do: Leverage Social Media
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Promote your event on social media before, during, and after it takes place. Encourage attendees to share their experiences and connect online. This not only increases the visibility of your event but also helps build a sense of community.
Don’t: Ignore the Importance of Timing
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The timing of your event can significantly impact attendance and engagement. Consider factors such as the day of the week, time of day, and any competing events. The right timing can make all the difference in ensuring a strong turnout
New Cafe bar/ shop in talks of developing on Tong Road Leeds.
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Leeds café and bar brand Residence has opened the doors to its exciting new day-to-night concept in Moortown.
The new venue, located on Harrogate Road, combines the comfort of a coffee shop with the sophistication of an evening cocktail bar, bringing a fresh and distinctive addition to the popular North Leeds suburb.
By day, customers can expect fantastic coffee, mouth-watering breakfasts and delicious brunch dishes. At night, things heat up with an atmosphere that takes the bar from relaxed daytime vibes to an elegant and lively nighttime venue.
The evening menu features a variety of small plates from crispy arancini and baked meatballs to creamy Burrata with pesto, perfect for sharing.
Guests can also enjoy a mouth-watering selection of pizzas, including standout flavours like Vodka Puttanesca, Pepperoni and Hot Honey, and Cheesesteak, all complemented by a curated list of expertly crafted cocktails.
Located in the former Barclays Bank building, the venue offers seating for 100 guests, set against a backdrop of cosy, contemporary interiors.
The original bank vault has been cleverly transformed into a traditional-style private dining room, providing a unique and intimate setting for special occasions. Outside, a heated terrace seats 35, making it the perfect spot for relaxed summer brunching or evening cocktails.
Residence Moortown will be the third location for the popular eatery, which began as a small café in Cookridge in 2018. Headingley followed in early 2023 and both have grown into thriving businesses focused on delicious food and excellent customer experience.
Residence general manager, Nate Smith, said: “After months of planning to create a beautiful and inviting café and bar space, we’re thrilled to finally open the doors to our new venue in Moortown. This new dual-purpose setting brings something a bit different for our customers to enjoy, and we have lots in store – day and night – to keep everyone’s tastes satisfied!”
Visit www.ResidenceCafeBar.co.uk for more information or follow on Instagram @residenceleeds for news and updates.
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