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Day: 18 December 2015

  • Armed Gang Preying On Gay Men Using Hook Up App In London

    Armed Gang Preying On Gay Men Using Hook Up App In London

    A gang of thugs is attacking gay men in South London after setting up hook ups on the dating app.

    A gang of men have reportedly mugged two gay men in South London after arranging a hook up with each of them through a dating app. Although the men were not hurt they were confronted with a gang of four who robbed them at knifepoint.

    Detective constable Sheree Yates said: ‘The victims thankfully did not suffer serious physical injuries but have been left very shaken by these incidents.

    ‘We are keen to identify the suspects as soon as possible and are appealing to anyone with any information to contact the police.

    ‘We would also like to take this opportunity to reassure the LGBT community that we are doing everything we can to arrest these men.
    ‘I would urge everyone who uses online dating apps and sites to take steps to help them to stay safe whilst meeting strangers.’

    Police are warning men who use Grindr and other dating apps to take extra precautions – including keeping your personal details private, making sure you drink responsibly and let friends or family know where you are going and at what time you expect to be back.
    Their full list of tips reads:
    Please consider the following safety tips when using a dating app:

    – Don’t share personal details such as your home address until you can trust the person you are communicating with

    – If you decide to meet in person, let someone know where you are going and when you’re likely to return

    – Always meet in a public place with lots of people around

    – Plan your journey to and from the date in advance. If using a mini cab always pre-book

    – Drink responsibly and never leave your drink unattended

    – Ensure your mobile phone is fully charged and working

    – If at any time your feel uncomfortable, leave the date – you are not obliged to stay

    For further crime prevention and personal safety advice visit the Metropolitan Police website at http://content.met.police.uk/Site/victimadvice

    Anyone with information should call police on 101 or Crimestoppers on 0800 555 111. Anyone who has been the victim of crime through online dating can contact police or Victim Support on 0808 1689 111

  • Gay Stars Show Off Their Christmas Trees

    These gay stars have shared their Christmas Tree wonderness with the world.

    We’re just days away from Christmas and the stars are starting to showcase their Christmas tree prowess… Here are a few of our favourites

    Neil Patrick Harris

    Rylan Clark

    Timmy Matley and Lachie Chapman from The Overtones

    Brian Friedman Former X Factor Creative Director and star of this year’s I’m A Celebrity

    Rosie O’Donell

    Dan Savage (advice columnist and Author) and Terry Miller (Model)

    Marcus Collins

    Ollie Locke, the bisexual star shows us his fern!

    Matt Dallas and Blue Hamilton

  • THEATRE REVIEW: The Nutcracker, Leeds Grand Theatre

    Everyone has their own event which confirms to them that the festive season has arrived, and for some, Christmas isn’t Christmas until they have had their traditional trip to see Tchaikovsky’s The Nutcracker. ★★★★

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  • Top 10 Most Beautiful Christmas Markets In Europe

    Christmas is coming and with it comes the cold, snow, stressful last-minute-present-buying, and Christmas markets.

    You’ve probably seen some around your town or city, and if you’re in for travelling a little further afield this year, here are 10 of the best Christmas markets from around Europe.

    MADRID

    SPAIN

    The largest square in Madrid is home to a stunningly beautiful market in November and December.

    This usually summer vacation spot comes alive to celebrate Christmas during the winter months.

    VIENNA

    AUSTRIA

    Between mid-November and the end of December, Vienna’s centuries-old Christmas markets have something for everyone. One of the oldest in Europe, running since 1298 as a simple ‘December Market’, there are now over 20 Christmas market areas across the city.

    PRAGUE

    CZECH REPUBLIC

    A smaller market in Prague is coupled with the Annual International Festival of Advent and Christmas Music. The city space is home to traditional Advent markets, and open-air performances by various ensembles.

    BRUSSELS

    BELGIUM

    Running from late-November to early January, the Brussels market covers the city centre and is one of the few that includes a public ice-skating rink.

    LILLE

    FRANCE

    This cute French city springs into vibrant Christmas celebrations at the market place ‘On Place Rihour’ where visitors can find local and international treats, arts & crafts, and food. Ooh la la!

    DRESDEN

    GERMANY

    One of Germany’s largest markets, Dresden’s city area, is covered in hundreds of market stalls, and seemingly no space in the city’s vastness is left without a market. With rides, food, crafts, and gifts, as well as traditional Gluhwein, Dresden’s market is one to see to believe.

    MUNICH

    GERMANY

    A massive market in Southern Germany, the Munich market (or Kriskindlemarkt) is one of the oldest, and combines traditional southern-German food, crafts, and gifts, with modern touches. These vast markets will certainly have something to entertain everyone, no matter what your interests.

    BUDAPEST

    HUNGARY

    This market centres on the Vörösmarty Square, which houses the majority of the festivities, including an ice-rink between late-November and January.

    STOCKHOLM

    SWEDEN

     

    The Old Town in Sweden is home to this wonderful market where visitors can sample local delicacies such as elk meat and reindeer between late-November and the end of December
    STRASBOURG

    FRANCE

    One of the best markets by size, reputation and popularity, this market is the oldest official Christmas Market, beginning in 1570. Running from mid-November to late December, this market is packed with tradition and modern excitement.

  • 10 Of The Campest Christmas Jumpers

    And so the day of Christmas Jumpers is upon us. We’ve searched high and low for the campest Christmas Jumpers – because if you are going to partake in National Christmas Jumper day, you might as well look fabulous doing it.

    1. Brave Soul Men’s Snow Christmas Knit | £19.99 | Get The label

    2. Knitted Christmas Jumper Santa Sleigh Over London | £24.99 | Amazon

    3. British Christmas Men’s Nordic Jumper | £28.00 | QVC.co.uk

    4. Fairisle Stag Blue | £20.00 | Burton

    5. Green Party Stag Jumper | £25.00 | Burton

    6. Almost famous Elf Jumper | £23.50 | QVC.co.uk

    7. Dinosaur Christmas Jumper | £45.00 | nhmshop.co.uk

    8. Santa’s Legs | £37.00 | M&Co

    9. Penguin Sweater | £25.00 | Next

    10. Santa Fairisle Christmas Jumper | £20.00 | BHS