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The trail of discontent left by London's poshest builder

07.01.09
He was famous for putting swimming pools into celebrities’ basements. But with the collapse of his firm, Robin Ellis’s reputation has taken a dive... more

Building firm is ruined by oligarchs and bankers who refuse to pay

09.12.08
The firm known as "London's poshest builders" has collapsed because many of its under-pressure hedge fund and oligarch clients have refused to pay their bills... more

The heart-breaking moment I realised my mother had cut me off forever, by violin virtuoso Vanessa-Mae

07.08.08
The e-mail finally put paid to any hopes of a reconciliation. 'My daughter is nearly 30. That part of my life is well and truly over.' ... more

Beijing on Thames

06.08.08
On the eve of the Olympics, Sir David Tang tells how the Chinese are creating a cultural - and business - revolution in London. We pick 20 names to watch... more

Where to see the Olympic torch in London

03.04.08
The Olympic torch will be carried through the streets of London on Sunday by a host of sports stars and celebrities.... more

China's new guitar hero

02.04.08
Classical guitar is in desperate need of a personality. Step forward Xuefei Yang, a groundbreaking young musician who is making frets fashionable.... more

Tibet protesters will target torch relay in London

28.03.08
Anti-China activists from across Europe are planning an orchestrated protest when the Olympic torch passes through London next month... more

Vanessa Mae and Konnie will carry torch through London

17.03.08
The full line-up of sports and showbusiness personalities who will carry the Olympic torch through London has been announced... more

Line-up of Olympic torchbearers is announced

17.03.08
The full line-up of sports and showbusiness personalities who will carry the Olympic torch through London has been announced.... more

A grazing menu to tempt the super-rich

28.11.07
The Landau at the Langham Hotel has overwrought dishes and a wine list that goes off like a rocket.... more

Rankin gives South Bank a facelift

27.02.07
A giant frieze featuring some of London's most influential cultural figures is to be unveiled outside the Royal Festival Hall.... more

Bill limbers up for a musical marathon

26.02.07
After a stint in Pinter's People, comedian Bill Bailey fronted the BBC Concert Orchestra and his musical departure was certainly more successful than his theatrical foray.... more

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