G-A-Y on Old Compton Street, an iconic LGBT club in London, is closing due to rent issues and the area losing its identity, as lamented by owner Jeremy Joseph. The decision follows a rent increase tied to the nearby Heaven nightclub and reflects broader challenges in the hospitality sector, particularly affecting LGBT venues amid a changing Soho landscape.
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PC Phil Neilson of the Met Police was recorded making racist and violent comments during a meeting with an undercover journalist, expressing derogatory views about immigrants and discussing police brutality. The Met's leadership, including Commissioner Sir Mark Rowley, condemned the officers' behavior, affirming a commitment to rooting out such attitudes from the force. Want More Context? 🔎
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