The area was previously dubbed "London's scrapyard" by Sowmya Parthasarathy, urban designer at Arup who worked on the Olympic Park for more than a decade. The site was home to light industry, dominated by overhead powerlines, and was broken up by rivers, roads and railways.
Oskar: We matched on Tinder in Bali the day before he left, so we didn't physically meet. He was living in Melbourne at the time, and I actually had plans to move there. Santi: A month later, I asked him on a date. We watched Bridesmaids at an outdoor cinema. Oskar: I was obsessed. But I didn't have a permanent place to live... Santi: ...which is when my friend and I found a three-bedroom and needed another roommate. Oskar: We moved in as friends. Santi: At least, that was the plan. But that first night, I was really cold and I found my way into his room.
The Barcelona Principles for a Globally Inclusive Philosophy manifesto was published in 2021, aiming to address the structural inequality between native and non-native speakers in academic philosophy. A number of journals and societies, as well as many individuals, have signed the manifesto.
Architecture And Project Coordination: Paulo Tormenta Pinto Collaboration: Rosa Maria Bastos, Joao Costa, Bernardo Vicente, Mariana Brito Foundations And Structures: Miguel Villar, Paulo Mendonca Hydraulics: Jorge Pinheiro, Rita Duarte Electrical Infrastructure And Scs: Jorge Loureiro Ferreira, Daniel Moreira Safety: Renata Costa Carvalho Acoustics: Renata Costa Carvalho Gas Network: Susana Costa e Sousa Interior Roadways: Susana Costa e Sousa Landscaping: Monica Farina Partnerships: Betar and JCT Promoter: GoPorto Gestao e Obras do Porto, EM Procedure Manager: Helder Pereira Contractor: CT - Calculos & Titulos Construcoes Unipessoal Construction Management: Carlos Quaresma, Domingos Brito Supervision: KN Engenharia, Lda Technical Supervision: Luisa Outeiro, Sandra Araujo
For a true sense of freedom and escape, nothing quite compares with an island getaway. Whether it's island hopping in Greece, exploring a Scandinavian archipelago by kayak or simply getting on a ferry to the Isle of Wight, we'd love to hear about your favourite European islands. The best tip of the week, chosen by Tom Hall of Lonely Planet wins a 200 voucher to stay at a Coolstays property the company has more than 3,000 worldwide.
Barcelona, the capital of Catalonia - famous for its modernist architecture, world-renowned museums and contemporary foodie scene - welcomed 16 million visitors last year, a figure that has been rising significantly since its post-pandemic levels of around 12.4 million in 2022.
Fermín López displayed a blend of aggression and technical grace during the recent 7-2 demolition of Newcastle United, prompting the British press to describe it as a 'masterclass.'
The plans would affect an area known as Royal Victoria Dock West, which is the end closest to London City Hall and the Cable Car. If carried out, the two biggest changes will be a range of floating walkways reaching into the dock, lined with water plants. The other change will be the introduction of walkways on the south side of the dock for long-term residential boat moorings.
Spark 2026 arrives as Integrated Systems Europe's newest platform dedicated to the creative industries, taking place from 3-6 February 2026 at Fira de Barcelona Gran Via. Launched by Integrated Systems Events, Spark is conceived as a focused showcase where technology, creativity, and content production intersect, bringing together sectors such as gaming, broadcast, design, live events, and media. Powered by , the showcase leads a strong roster including Mo-Sys, 3Cat, and Lab of Tomorrow,
A new art fair with a distinctive approach and locale is joining the international art world for the spring calendar: Art Cologne Palma Mallorca. While Mallorca is often framed as an idyllic Mediterranean escape, it has quietly developed into a vibrant art hub, and the fair builds on that momentum, positioning the island as a crossroads for international and regional art scenes.
Rocher de la Vierge is a rocky promontory connected by a footbridge to the beach, that offers one of the most photographed panoramas in Biarritz. Access to the site is free, and it is best visited during daylight hours to fully enjoy the views.
Since then, the Barça board has strived hard to bring back economic stability to the club, while at the same time ensuring success on the pitch. And the efforts are starting to pay dividends. Barcelona strengthen their financial solidity As confirmed by Mundo Deportivo, Barcelona continue to make steady progress in their economic recovery, with international agency Morningstar DBRS confirming the club's credit rating at BBB with a positive trend.
Speaking to the crowd, Laporta didn't hold back. "The club is objectively and indisputably better than five years ago," he said. He highlighted the turnaround as the result of relentless work, courageous decisions, and a team that has consistently placed "the crest above any other interest." According to him, Barça has pulled back from the brink financially, regained institutional credibility, and returned to the global spotlight.
And, Laporta confirmed that as far as Barça are concerned, the transfer window was as good as closed, with no other major operations expected. "There are still a few days left, but I don't want to raise false expectations. In principle, we have already achieved what we wanted," he stated. He recalled the arrival of Cancelo, describing him as "a very versatile defender," and highlighted the renewal of Fermin Lopez as a necessary move to adjust his contract to his performance.
Indeed, according to MARCA, one of the presidential candidates competing against Laporta has reached out to Atletico Madrid superstar Julian Alvarez, who is a summer target for Barcelona. The Atletico Madrid striker, who has not reached the expected level this season, could change clubs this summer. At least one candidate for the Barça presidency has already contacted the player's entourage in an attempt to make him the marquee signing for the next campaign.