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Daily Mail
4 days ago
- Daily Mail
Heavily pregnant woman watched on helplessly as her beloved pet was killed by an out-of-control dog before 'owner took off with hound without saying a word'
A heavily pregnant woman has been left traumatised after her beloved dog was mauled to death in front of her by an out-of-control hound. Charlotte Sipson was walking her pet, a Havanese called Max, with a friend on Bristol's Harbourside when the horror unfolded. Charlotte's dog was suddenly set upon by a much larger animal, which was off its lead with no owner in sight. After Charlotte and her friend, who had a 14-month-old child with her, eventually managed to free Max from the attacking dog's jaws, it began circling some children nearby. The attacking dog's owner, who was described as 'heavily tattooed' and topless, eventually emerged but ran off with the animal without saying anything or apologising to Charlotte. Charlotte, who is due to give birth in November, rushed Max to a vets in Imperial Park, Hartcliffe, but he was dead by the time they arrived from a suspected punctured lung. The shocking incident has left Charlotte's fiancé, Joe McKenna, not only concerned about her but also about the impact the attack may have had on their unborn baby. 'She's in bits,' Joe said. 'It was highly traumatic, and obviously, I'm nervous because of the stress on the baby. For us it's been quite a big emotional toll.' Joe said both he and Charlotte were heartbroken their child would never get to meet Max, who was particularly vulnerable as he was 11 years old and blind as well as much smaller than his aggressor. 'He was the cutest dog, like butter wouldn't melt,' Joe said. The exact breed of the guilty animal is not known, but Joe described it as grey, short-haired and 'massively muscly'. While Joe couldn't be sure, he said the dog resembled an XL Bully, a breed banned in the UK which has been responsible for fatal attacks on humans, including the horrific death of 19-year-old Morgan Dorsett in Withywood in February 2025. With the dog who killed Max apparently still on the loose, Joe said he was worried the next incident it was involved in could be even worse, especially with so many children enjoying the sun during their summer holidays. 'I think the main thing we're scared about is this happening to other people or children,' he said. 'Quite frankly it's a danger to the public.' 'It's the summer holidays, the kids are everywhere. It's been the Balloon Fiesta, so it was super busy and this guy's still out there with this dog, and that scares me.' Joe and Charlotte reported the incident to Avon & Somerset Police and Bristol City Council. A police spokesperson confirmed they were investigating the incident. 'On Saturday morning we received a report that a dog had been attacked by a grey pitbull-type dog at about 4pm the previous day (Friday 8 August) in Hanover Place,' the spokesperson said. 'Sadly, the dog died of its injuries shortly after the incident. No person was injured.' 'The owner of the other dog was reported to have left the scene with the dog after the incident. They are described as white, aged in their 30s, heavily tattooed and about 5ft 9ins tall.' 'Our investigation is under way, and we would ask anyone with any information to call 101 and give the call handler the reference number 5225226207.'
Time Out
30-07-2025
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Tasmanian truffle feast at Harbourside
Get ready to fill your belly this summer at Regent Hong Kong's waterfront restaurant, Harbourside. From now until August 31, the hotel's dining venue is offering a jaw-dropping spread of dishes generously topped with Tasmanian black truffles. Begin by nibbling on starters like deviled eggs, buffalo mozzarella salad, or asparagus and parmesan salad, all consisting of fragrant black truffles. As for mains, guests can feast on indulgent entrées such as roasted crispy porchetta, truffle-topped potato pizza, mac and cheese, and even truffle mushroom risotto prepared in a Parmesan wheel at the restaurant's live station. Harbourside's truffle-infused experience even continues into dessert, featuring ice cream, bonbons, and macarons, all expertly crafted by executive pastry chef Andy Yeung and his team.
BBC News
08-07-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Bristol Pride 2025: What you need to know about parade and festival
Tens of thousands of people are set to come together to celebrate Pride in Bristol.A parade, festival, afterparties and hundreds of performers will be in the city for one of the UK's largest Pride events. With so much on offer, planning for Pride Day can seem daunting - especially if it is your first help, here is everything you need to know to make the most of the celebrations. When is Bristol Pride? Pride celebrations will take place on Saturday in Bristol. Events will start in the morning and finish late at night. How do I see the Bristol Pride parade? The Pride march is open to anyone who wants to celebrate and is a walking parade, with vehicles and floats forbidden. People will begin to gather at 10:00 BST at the bandstand end of Castle Park and the march will set off at about 10:45. The parade is not sectioned and there are no specific business blocks, meaning everyone is free to route is two miles (3.2km) long and will take about an hour to complete, ending in the Amphitheatre at Bristol's Harbourside. How do I get to the festival? Once the parade has arrived at the Amphitheatre, people can head to the will be shuttle buses waiting to take people up to the site on the Bus travel is free across the whole day for supporter wristband holders, who will receive instructions on how to activate their ticket through the First Bus app. Do I need a ticket for Bristol Pride? Strictly speaking, no. Bristol Pride remains a donation-only with supporter wristbands - which cost between £9 and £45 - will have access to benefits ranging from free travel and food and drink discounts to fast track entry to the official afterparty and a welcome drink. Who is on the line-up for Bristol Pride festival? There will be more than 200 performers across five stages at the festival on the will kick off on the main stage from 12:45 BST, ahead of a further nine hours of festival will be headlined by Canadian singer-songwriter, Allie X, who will perform at 20:25 BST and be the finale to a day featuring the likes of Cascada, Kim Wilde and local comedian Jayde are four other stages at the festival - Cabaret, Uplift, the Pride Circus Tent and the Dance Performance Stage - all of which have a full programme throughout the day. What is there for kids to do? There is a dedicated family area at the festival, with organisers saying there will be something for kids of all ages to and children's author Pop'N'Olly will bring interactive performances celebrating diversity and inclusion for will be all-day arts and crafts and a number of other activities. What is the weather forecast for Bristol Pride? Pack lots of sun cream and a hat as temperatures are expected to rise by the Met Office has predicted highs of 32C in Bristol on Saturday, so make sure to stay hydrated and in the shade, where possible. Where can I go for a Pride afterparty? If you still have some energy after all that, the official afterparty gets underway at the O2 Academy Bristol from 22:00 event will be headlined by the likes of Guilty Pleasures, Jonbers Blonde (DJ Set) and Dirty Pop - with tickets costing £ are also events at other venues across the city, including Basement45 and Lost Horizon.
South China Morning Post
02-07-2025
- Entertainment
- South China Morning Post
Your Hong Kong weekend food guide for July 4-6
Whether you're rounding off the four-day work week or celebrating the Fourth of July, this weekend's dining options have something to tick everyone's boxes. From seasonal delicacies and a tiered tea set to a tasting journey that pays homage to the culinary heritage of Southern China , take your pick. And for fine dining options, the 2025 100 Top Tables Guide has all the recommendations you'll need. Friday, July 4 Regent Hong Kong's Tasmanian Truffle Feast at Harbourside is proving to be a popular choice among foodies. Photo: Regent Hong Kong 'Tis the season … for truffles . Known for serving seasonal ingredients at their peak, Harbourside at Regent Hong Kong hosts an immersive buffet celebrating Tasmanian truffles during their prime. Black truffle-topped specials will include buffalo mozzarella, truffle mushroom risotto prepared in a Parmesan wheel, truffle potato pizza, and a roasted crispy porchetta with a rich truffle sauce. Not forgetting those with a sweet tooth, truffles are further incorporated into three expertly crafted desserts: a truffle ice cream, truffle bon bon and truffle macaroon. Where: G/F, Regent Hong Kong, 18 Salisbury Road, Tsim Sha Tsui When: Until August 31 Saturday, July 5
BBC News
29-06-2025
- Entertainment
- BBC News
Bristol in Pictures: Bristol Sounds and Gromit Unleashed
While the eyes of the world may be on Glastonbury, the music has not stopped in our city, with Bristol Sounds welcoming large crowds to the harbourside this Unleashed 3 is almost here, and there is a glamorous new show at Bristol Old of music, there was a special Loyle Carner gig at the O2 academy on Wednesday night, and a Bristol orchestra has been given an award. Tuned in: Bristol Sounds has seen Supergrass, Kaiser Chiefs, Texas and Fratellis play on the harbourside. The annual week of concerts comes to an end with Olly Murs later. One more sleep: The 53 sculptures which will form the Gromit Unleashed 3 trail will be in place across the city on Monday. Aardman's Nick Park joined dozens of local school pupils to celebrate the imminent launch at an event on the Harbourside on Wednesday. "It's just going to light up Bristol for the summer," he said. Framed: Bristol Museum and Art Gallery staff took an empty frame up to the gorge to recreate the scene painted by JMW Turner when he was just 17 in 1792. A fundraising campaign is under way to raise the money needed to bring the artwork back to its home city. Midweek music: Loyle Carner performed a gig at the O2 Academy on Wednesday to O2 and Virgin Media customers. Here today, gone tomorrow: Bristol City Council says it will be removing the many "love locks" from Pero's Bridge before the harbour festival, saying they collectively weigh an estimated three tonnes. Sparkling: The family of Henry Cyril Paget, one of the world's wealthiest men, tried to destroy all traces of him after he died, erasing his diamond frocks, lilac-dyed poodles and unsuccessful plays from history. Luckily the show How to Win Against History, on at Bristol Old Vic until mid July, has revived his outrageous life story. Pilton pilgrims: Bristol feels the presence of the Glastonbury Festival, whether it be the many traders from the city who set up there, or the queue (above) to get the bus down to Pilton. Power of music: Bristol's own Dovetail Orchestra has been named the UK's first ever Orchestra of Sanctuary. The group was set up to be a welcoming place for asylum seekers and refugees, using music as a way of connecting people. Pretty in pink: Luke Jerram's latest eyecatching work saw the Bristol artist thread a 1km (0.6 miles) long piece of magenta ribbon around the exterior of the RWA for a piece called Negotiating Space. One team: Finance software company Xledger has announced it will once again support Bristol Bears Women as main and also front-of-shirt sponsor. It extends a relationship with Bristol Sport going back to 2019. Medical skills: A team of Ukrainian doctors has been visiting the Bristol Royal Hospital for Children this month, learning skills they can take back and use in their home country to help child victims of the ongoing conflict. Award winners: Bristol's St Peter's Hospice was named Outstanding Charity Retailer at the 2025 Charity Retail Association Awards. The hospice, which operates more than 40 shops across the city and wider area, was recognised for its strong community engagement and sustainable practices. It was all yellow: Pedestrians and cyclists have been celebrating as the crossing known as the Banana Bridge has reopened after more than £1.4m in repairs (and a nice new paint job).
