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French train startup secures license to launch high-speed rail competitor

Velvet said it would add 10 million seats between major cities

The Independent UK · Sep 3

French rail start-up Velvet gets green light to compete with SNCF on high-speed lines

A new French rail company has secured the first approval needed to launch high-speed services from Paris to cities including Bordeaux, Nantes and Angers, potentially bringing more choice and competition to some of the country’s busiest routes.

Euronews · Sep 1

Asymmetric hemlines, applique and lace: the 30 best party dresses for Christmas and beyond

Our styling editor shares her favourite looks for getting dressed up to the nines

The Guardian - UK · Dec 12, 2025

Drop everything! Now you can shop Kate Moss' most iconic outfits with her debut Zara collection

Future fashion memorabilia

Marie Claire · Nov 30, 2024

David Ellis On the Sauce at Velvet: Is this London's maddest bar menu?

Electric cars, Picassos, drinks with ketchup in them — Velvet's enchanting eccentricity makes it far from the normal bar, says David Ellis

Evening Standard · Nov 15, 2023

Phuket bar raided for alleged underage prostitution

Officials raided a bar on Bangla Walking Street in Phuket on Wednesday night, arresting two women for allegedly providing girls for visitors and rescuing six girls from the business.

Bangkok Post · Mar 16, 2023

Phuket bar raided for allegedly procuring minors

PHUKET: Administrative officials raided a bar on Bangla Walking Street in Kathu district on Wednesday night, arrested two women for allegedly procuring girls for visitors and saved six girls from the illicit business.

Bangkok Post · Mar 16, 2023

Holiday advice for home bartenders, plus 4 festive cocktails

Looking to create a bit of winter luxury when tending bar at home this holiday season

The Independent UK · Dec 19, 2022

Unconventional Moroccan love story wins prize at Marrakech Film Festival

“The Blue Caftan”, which won the Jury Prize at the Marrakech International Film Festival in November, explores what people are capable of when it comes to love. Through the eyes of a tailor, Moroccan director Maryam Touzani reveals ordinary people trying to find a balance between tradition, modernity and freedom…

Radio France Internationale · Dec 4, 2022

Where to get the best Pornstar Martini in Manchester

The popularity of the cocktail endures - so where's the best spot to grab one?

Manchester Evening News · Nov 12, 2022