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Daily Mail
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Daily Mail
The A-listers trading first-class travel for London's e-bikes as Pedro Pascal, Olivia Rodrigo, and Timothée Chalamet all jump on the city's hottest mode of transport
While fame often comes with fast cars and red carpets, some celebrities are proving that simple pleasures still have their appeal. Swapping high-end lifestyles for everyday moments, these stars like to remind their fans that they're not always living in the fast lane. Pedro Pascal was the latest to be spotted enjoying a more grounded mode of transport, riding a Lime bike through London's Soho this month. The actor, estimated to be worth around £10 million, kept it casual in black jeans and a white top as he cycled through the busy streets. He joins a growing list of A-listers ditching their luxury vehicles for a more eco-friendly ride, with day passes for the e-bikes costing as little as £2.99 for half an hour. MailOnline takes a closer look at the famous faces spotted swapping chauffeurs for handlebars. Timothée Chalamet Timothée Chalamet made a splash in June when he arrived at the London premiere of the Bob Dylan biopic A Complete Unknown on a Lime electric bike. But the Academy Award nominee's two-wheeled red carpet transportation — that went viral on social media — ended up costing him. Timothée revealed on the French chat show Quotidien, just days after he received a £65 fine ($79) for incorrectly parking the e-bike at BFI Southbank. 'There was a traffic jam,' said Timothée, who spoke in French, of his reason for choosing to take an 'ecological' bike to the premiere instead of a chauffeured car. Unbeknownst to the actor, he parked the e-bike in an area where he wasn't allowed to park. 'I got a £65 fine and actually it was horrible because it was actually kind of an advert for them,' Timothée told host Yann Romain Barthès. Timothée rode the red carpet on the green bike before ending his ride via Lime's mobile app — though he later discovered that he received a parking violation. The star looked dapper in a black blazer and matching trousers, with a blue patterned satin shirt underneath as he posed for photos ahead of the film's screening. Olivia Rodrigo Olivia Rodrigo shocked fans when she posted a TikTok video of herself on a Lime bike back in April. In the clip, the American pop star, 22, recorded herself cycling through the city in a white polka dot dress. Pulling a cheeky face to the camera, she played Lily Allen's 2006 hit song LDN over the top. And as fans wondered why she was in the city, it turned out she was visiting her boyfriend, Louis Partridge. The couple hard-launched their relationship on Instagram after Glastonbury last month. Harry Styles and James Corden Harry Styles is no stranger to a Lime Bike as he's been spotted on them many times. Last year, the One Direction star, 31, cut a casual figure as he enjoyed a bike ride through London's Primrose Hill on an electric rental bike with pal James Corden. The best friends were seen weaving through traffic while out on identical eco-bikes, James' favoured mode of transport since relocating to the United Kingdom with his family. Pedaling through leafy London, Harry suggested he knew his way around the cycling proficiency test by signaling to passing drivers whenever he prepared to make a turn. Following close behind, James - easy to spot in a garishly patterned Gucci sweater - copied the former One Direction star's signals as they rode their matching e-bikes. But they appeared to get their Highway Code a little muddled by appearing to cycle through a red light as neighboring cars waited in line. Harry's casual bike ride comes just weeks after his huge net worth was revealed as the singer paid himself a whopping £67million after his sold-out world tour. Harry was named the UK's richest young star under 30 for a second year running in 2023 with a fortune of £175million. He broke the £150 million barrier for the first time in 2023 after reaping the rewards from two years trotting the globe on his Love On Tour roadshow, which has grossed an astonishing £508 million. Minnie Driver Last year, Minnie Driver enjoyed a ride on one of the pay-as-you-go electric bikes in Notting Hill with some goodies from the Wrap London clothing shop stowed in the basket. Unlike fellow Lime bike fans, who shunned safety when recently cycling around London's Primrose Hill, Minnie dutifully put on a black helmet for her ride. Despite taking it seriously on the safety front, this short hop would have been easy for Minnie. In 2023, she joined her good pal Countess Bathurst for a leg of her 1,000-mile charity cycle ride from Land's End to John O'Groats. Though this time it was low-key jeans and a white gilet rather than head-to-toe lycra. Joe Alwyn Joe Alwyn was spotted looking less than merry in December last year as he was seen riding a Lime bike on Boxing Day. The actor, 34, was spotted flying around London on the rental bike looking slightly downcast after Xmas. He's bundled up in a black jacket and pale blue jeans as his hair flapped around in the wind. While it's unclear if Joe was down or if he just wasn't jolly during his ride, it's been a tough couple of years for the actor since his split from Taylor Swift. Taylor and Joe reportedly met when they crossed paths at the 2016 Met Gala. They were first pictured together in Nashville, Tennessee, in 2017. They were an item, keeping their relationship under tight wraps, until April 2023. Following their split, Taylor began dating Kansas City Chiefs star Travis Kelce later that summer, and the two are going strong.
Express Tribune
3 days ago
- Business
- Express Tribune
BSEK puts off automated paper checking
The results of the 2025 annual matric examinations will be declared by July 31, said the chairman of the Board of Secondary Education Karachi (BSEK), Ghulam Hussain Soho, on Friday. However, he added that in case of any unforeseen technical or administrative delay, results will be announced in the first week of August. Speaking to The Express Tribune, the BSEK chief said that nearly 180,000 students appeared in this year's matric exams, making result preparation a logistical challenge. To address concerns of transparency and efficiency, he said that both manual checking and Optical Mark Recognition (OMR) systems will be used for assessment this year. Soho clarified that the previous software system, found to be both expensive and lacking transparency, has been scrapped after a review of its contract. A new, cost-effective system is being planned to streamline the process without compromising quality. The chairman further stated that OMR sheets will be used for compiling award lists this year, while from next year, all Class X exams and selected Class IX papers will be conducted using the OMR system to enhance transparency and expedite result processing. The goal is to complete result preparation within one month in the future. Chairman Soho also disclosed plans to revamp the existing mark-sheet, citing deficiencies in its design and quality. The BSEK will study mark-sheets from national and international educational boards to introduce a redesigned document that will feature improvements in weight, font size, colour scheme, security features, and overall design aesthetics, he added. The redesigned mark-sheet is expected to be introduced from next year to ensure both durability and protection against forgery. The chairman said that the BSEK is moving towards full digitisation of its services. An online portal is being developed, through which students will be able to easily access their personal data, forms, roll number slips, and examination results. He added that efforts are underway to automate all board operations. Chairman Soho revealed that the BSEK plans to make 70% of matric exam questions multiple-choice based in the coming years. This change aims to align students with the format of competitive entry tests such as ECAT and MCAT, enabling them to adjust to the testing pattern earlier and reducing reliance on expensive entry test preparation academies. This initiative, aimed at relieving financial pressure on parents and psychological stress on students, will be implemented after necessary approvals from the Inter Board Committee of Chairmen (IBCC). The BSEK has also decided to raise the passing marks to 40% from the upcoming academic year to improve academic standards and motivate students to work harder. Chairman Soho affirmed that all these reforms are part of the BSEK's broader strategy to modernise examination systems and enhance transparency in line with contemporary educational standards.
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Vogue
3 days ago
- Entertainment
- Vogue
Walking With A Weighted Vest Has Dramatically Improved My Cardio Fitness
The first weighted vest I owned looked like something Liam Neeson might wear to confront the people who had kidnapped his daughter. Blocky, heavy, and stuffed with weights, I managed to wear it for around a month's worth of workouts before ultimately shoving it on Facebook Marketplace. I couldn't have foreseen then that weighted vests—once reserved for CrossFitters—would shortly become key to the fit-girl content that floods my TikTok. That Facebook Marketplace shopper's gain. Now, a weighted vest is being touted as a ticket to better cardio ability, increased bone density, and increased muscle mass. Naturally, I wanted to try again. After picking up my much sleeker 5-pound weighted vest from Omorpho, my first challenge was to get it home. The very obvious solution of just wearing it eluded me at the time, so I transferred the cumbersome box from shoulder to shoulder, instead. Once home, I committed to walking in it at least three times a week, keen to see if it would change how I felt. At the very least, I suspected it would add a little spice to my standard walk—something Holly Haywood, lead instructor at Third Space Soho, confirmed. 'Walking in a weighted vest adds additional resistance and increases the intensity of your workout without needing to change the pace or length of your walk,' she tells Vogue. So more bang for the same buck? I'm listening. 'This can help improve cardiovascular fitness as well as muscular endurance,' she continues. 'It can also have positive effects on bone density (similar to resistance training), which is especially important as we get older.' TikTok content This content can also be viewed on the site it originates from. What does it feel like to walk in a weighted vest? Heavy, obviously. But fairly badass—like you're Lara Croft, if Lara Croft liked to get her steps in before heading to work. The fact that it's a vest means the weight is distributed evenly, and it leaves your hands free for, eg, Spotify-shuffling, firing off emails, or taking pictures of trees. It's sort of similar to carrying a heavy backpack, but less bulky, and with more comfortable padding. At 5 pounds, mine's heavy enough to stop me slacking off, but not so heavy I'd be tempted to consider abandoning it mid-walk. How to choose the right weight of a weighted vest This will come down to a few factors: your base level of fitness, how much you weigh, and what you're looking to get out of wearing one. 'The general recommendation, as with most resistance training, is to start lighter and gradually build up as your strength and comfort with the vest improves,' explains Haywood. 'A good starting point is around five per cent of your body weight.'
New York Post
4 days ago
- Entertainment
- New York Post
Save $165 on a Coach bag during the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale
New York Post may be compensated and/or receive an affiliate commission if you click or buy through our links. Featured pricing is subject to change. If you don't own a classic handbag, darling, you haven't lived. Don't mean to sound dramatic, but we both know you deserve one. Fortunately, the Nordstrom Anniversary Sale is currently underway through August 3, and we've found some great deals on everything from divine fragrances to Coach handbags. Coach is having a moment right now as one of the hottest trendsetter bags, thanks to stars like Bella Hadid and Eva Longoria strutting them about. Advertisement The Coach Pebbled Crossbody Bag is made with creamy chalk-colored leather and holds all the necessities. Think Hamptons-weekender meets Soho stroll. It's the kind of bag Carrie Bradshaw would throw on with a slinky slip dress and a baguette in one hand, pondering something profound like shoes and Aristotle. Feel like joining her? Nordstrom Designed with consideration for how women move. One strap for errands, one for evenings, and a shape that fits neatly under your arm so it's never a burden to carry. This article was written by Emma Sutton-Williams, New York Post Commerce Writer/Reporter and resident fashionista. Emma is one of the best-dressed ladies in The Post's office, and also known for finding an unbelievable deal on any one of her stylish outfits. Divulging on everything from the most-popular and most-underrated purse brands to her honest thoughts on Kim Kardashian's Skims undergarments and apparel, Emma has cultivated an eye for style and an expertise for identifying the clothes and accessories worth your coin. At the same time, she proudly models the products she picks so you can see their fit and function first-hand. Emma has been creating shopping guides for The Post since 2024, and previously held bylines in Rolling Stone, Oprah Daily, Parents, InStyle, StyleCaster and more.
Time Out
7 days ago
- Entertainment
- Time Out
Le Beaujolais
Le Beaujolais is about as far away as you can get from London's new wave of natural wine bars. The restaurant downstairs is a members -only venue but the ground floor bar is open to all. A central London mainstay since 1972, this robust timewarp comes complete with rustic French tables that are pleasantly well past their best, a chaotic seating arrangement, scrappy chalkboard menus and ties hanging from the ceiling, as if the last 1980s yuppie has only just been asked to leave. It is, in other words, pure Keith Floyd-core. Sure, there's a food menu of classic French cuisine; croque monsieurs, steak frites and boeuf bourguignon, but people aren't really here to eat, they're here to drink bottles, carafes and glasses of the Frenchest of wines. The list is exclusively French, and broken down by region, from the Loire to Bourgogne, via the Rhône, Bordeaux, and of course, Beaujolais. Time Out tip If you're after some 'Old Soho' energy – now only matched by the likes of the French House – swing by Le Beaujolais at 3pm on a weekday to soak up some Chardonnay with a crowd of old school Soho characters.
