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MOBO Awards founder Kanya King dies aged 57 after ‘courageous’ battle with cancer

Posted on June 5, 2026 by patrick.glover@newsquest.co.uk | Patrick Glover
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MOBO Awards founder Kanya King has died at the age of 57 after a battle with colon cancer.
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M&S axes service that shoppers ‘absolutely swear by’ from all stores after 16 years

Posted on June 5, 2026 by patrick.glover@newsquest.co.uk | Patrick Glover
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Marks and Spencer (M&S) has confirmed its mobile Scan & Shop service has been discontinued - see shoppers' reaction to the decision.
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Major UK cycling company closes after 22 years as it enters administration

Posted on June 1, 2026 by patrick.glover@newsquest.co.uk | Patrick Glover
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Major UK cycling company, Saddleback, is "no longer operational" after collapsing into administration.
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Harry Potter book sells for record £17,000 – how to spot rare copy worth £1,000s

Posted on May 25, 2026 by patrick.glover@newsquest.co.uk | Patrick Glover
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A first-edition copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone has sold for £17,000 at auction - how to tell if you have one just as valuable.
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Harry Potter book sells for record £17,000 – how to spot rare copy worth £1,000s

Posted on May 25, 2026 by patrick.glover@newsquest.co.uk | Patrick Glover
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A first-edition copy of Harry Potter and the Philosopher’s Stone has sold for £17,000 at auction - how to tell if you have one just as valuable.
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Red Arrows announce major change as fewer aircraft to fly displays from 2026

Posted on May 24, 2026 by patrick.glover@newsquest.co.uk | Patrick Glover
The Red Arrows have announced a major change to their displays from 2026, with fewer aircraft set to take part - here's why.
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Red Arrows announce major change as fewer aircraft to fly displays from 2026

Posted on May 24, 2026 by patrick.glover@newsquest.co.uk | Patrick Glover
The Red Arrows have announced a major change to their displays from 2026, with fewer aircraft set to take part - here's why.
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Fashion retailer to shut all 37 stores by end of June amid administration – full list

Posted on May 22, 2026 by patrick.glover@newsquest.co.uk | Patrick Glover
Quiz is set to close its remaining 37 stores by the end of June after falling into administration back in February - see the full list of shops affected.
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UK airline falls into administration with all flights cancelled and 41 jobs lost

Posted on May 21, 2026 by patrick.glover@newsquest.co.uk | Patrick Glover
UK luxury private jet operator Zenith Aviation Limited has fallen into administration, resulting in the loss of 41 jobs and cancellation of all flights.
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UK airline falls into administration with all flights cancelled and 41 jobs lost

Posted on May 21, 2026 by patrick.glover@newsquest.co.uk | Patrick Glover
UK luxury private jet operator Zenith Aviation Limited has fallen into administration, resulting in the loss of 41 jobs and cancellation of all flights.
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Maltese Connection

Clapham Junction is a prehistoric site on Malta near the Dingli Cliffs. It is a complex network of tracks gouged in the rock. Its age and purpose are still a mystery of Maltese history. Beside the megalithic temples it is the most mysterious artefact on Malta. It is reported that the name "Clapham Junction" was given by an Englishman, who later reported that it reminded him of the great and busy railway station Clapham Junction in London.

Platform 1

The old platform 1 has now become platform ZERO. See our main article about Platform 1 at Clapham Junction

Wheelchair users are advised that they should allow an hour for transfer between platforms at Clapham Junction.

Gay Life on TV

Clapham Junction is a 2007 British television film, written by Kevin Elyot, about the experiences of gay men during 36 hours in the Clapham area of London and the consequences when their lives collide. It was broadcast on Channel 4 in July 2007. The drama was shown as part of a short season by Channel 4 to mark the 40th anniversary of decriminalisation of homosexuality in England and Wales.
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