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Every Football Fan’s Nightmare: When Billionaires Bought the Game We Love

The Beginning of a New Era When Chelsea was bought by Russian billionaire Roman Abramovich in June 2003, it forever changed the face of the game we love (1). The deal, completed in a mere 15 minutes, saw Abramovich acquire the club for £140 million—£60 million for the purchase and an additional £80 million in debt that he immediately assumed (2). Previous owner Ken Bates, … Continue reading Every Football Fan’s Nightmare: When Billionaires Bought the Game We Love

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Baggy Pants….are back

From Full Cut to Slim Fit—and Back Again: The Evolution of Men’s Trousers Growing up on the island in the 1990s, the prevailing fashion mirrored the bold American trends of the day. Wide-leg Karl Kani denim ruled the streets, capturing the spirit of the era. Competing labels like FUBU and Rocawear also carried weight: if your favorite artist rocked it in a music video, you … Continue reading Baggy Pants….are back

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How I Designed a Morning Routine That Works (Even With a Commute and No Chaos)

Most productivity advice assumes you have all morning to journal, meditate, run 5K, and brew matcha. I’ve got about an hour and a train to catch. This post is about building a grounded, consistent routine that centers faith, focus, and purpose. What I’ll share isn’t glamorous, but it works—and it’s built to be sustainable. If you’re looking for a distraction-free start to your day that … Continue reading How I Designed a Morning Routine That Works (Even With a Commute and No Chaos)

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The Silent Burden: What Men Really Worry About but Rarely Say

Very early in life, we begin to worry about being liked. That little girl in dance class—does she like me? The boys on the playground—will they let me join in their game? Our first social concerns arrive before we even understand the concept of self-worth, yet they shape so much of who we become. As we grow older, the worries evolve but never really leave. … Continue reading The Silent Burden: What Men Really Worry About but Rarely Say

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A Michelin-Starred Anniversary at The Goring Where Even the Sheep Got Named

They say the sixth year of marriage tests couples like no other. Whether this is urban legend or statistical truth remains debatable, but here we are, celebrating year seven at The Goring Hotel’s Michelin-starred restaurant – a milestone worth marking in style. The Goring Hotel, a beacon of luxury hospitality for over a century, stands proudly in Belgravia. After a brief debate between utilizing their … Continue reading A Michelin-Starred Anniversary at The Goring Where Even the Sheep Got Named

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Anniversary Dinner at Kitchen W8

It is a difficult task to find a nice restaurant that opens on a Sunday. Our anniversary this year fell on a Sunday. My search for another Michelin restaurant for our sixth celebration was more of a challenge this time. I had initially earmarked Chez Bruce in Wandsworth but because of hesitancy, all the available spots got booked. Then I came across Kitchen W8. Initially, … Continue reading Anniversary Dinner at Kitchen W8

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A perfect Man

Why are we shocked upon learning that a long standing tv presenter is accused of paying illicit photos? There was a huge furore in the media about Huw Edwards and the former ITV presenter Phil Schofield who unceremoniously fell from grace.  Edwards is at the centre of a report by the tabloid paper, The Sun, which claimed that the journalist allegedly paid “more than £35,000” … Continue reading A perfect Man

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Missouri in the Summer

Having lived in London for the past three years, I have become accustomed to narrow streets, small cars, and tiny flats. Millions use public transport for work around the clock. Recently, more people are being encouraged to cycle to work. Busy side walks, littered with pedestrians is a normal sight in London. Juxtapose that to Missouri, mid-west America, where you have wide, open country. Huge, … Continue reading Missouri in the Summer

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