After twenty years of faithful service, the legendary Funktion-One soundsystem in Berghain’s main room has been replaced. This news follows a similar overhaul made in 2017 to Panorama Bar’s soundsystem. Though the effects of the renovations are undisputed, Berghain regulars have taken to Reddit to lament the loss of the bass-heavy atmosphere. This is despite… Continue reading Berghain has reportedly replaced its Fuktion-One soundsystem
Author: Dave Carter
Spanish nightclub hit by deadly fire was ordered to close last year
13 people died following a fatal fire outbreak that occurred in a nightclub in Spain. Fonda Milagros was the location where a deadly blaze erupted earlier this week. Two other nightclubs, Golden and Teatre, located next to Fonda Milagros, were also impacted by the fire but to a lesser extent. Reports say that the company… Continue reading Spanish nightclub hit by deadly fire was ordered to close last year
Two people arrested following 400-strong rave in Wiltshire
Over the weekend, an illegal rave was held in Wiltshire which attracted around 400 people, according to reports. The police were called to a particular site in Salisbury where they found approximately 250 vehicles, causing them to close nearby roads to prevent additional cars from arriving at the site. Despite serving a Section 63 order… Continue reading Two people arrested following 400-strong rave in Wiltshire
Berrow Wood School: Man jailed for 27 years for boarding school abuse
A former “housefather” at Berrow Wood School in Worcestershire has been sentenced to 27 years in prison after being found guilty of abusing boys. Keith Figes was supposed to care for children with behavioral problems but instead groomed and abused the most vulnerable pupils in the 1960s and 70s. Co-accused Maurice Lambell failed to appear… Continue reading Berrow Wood School: Man jailed for 27 years for boarding school abuse
Nicholas Witchell: BBC royal correspondent to retire next year
Nicholas Witchell, who has been a royal correspondent for the BBC for 25 years, is retiring after close to five decades with the broadcaster. Witchell joined the BBC as a trainee in 1976, covering many notable events, such as the Queen’s death and Princess Diana’s passing. He’s also reported on weddings, births, and funerals of… Continue reading Nicholas Witchell: BBC royal correspondent to retire next year
Easy life: Band say easyJet owner suing over name
Easy life, a band from Leicester, is facing legal action from easyJet’s parent company, easyGroup, over their name. The company claims that the name is too similar to its brand, and that the band has produced T-shirts and posters that infringe its trademark. EasyGroup further alleges that the band’s website is comparable to easyJet branding… Continue reading Easy life: Band say easyJet owner suing over name
Stormont: H&W boss warns stalemate risks future investment
The CEO of Harland and Wolff has expressed concern over the future of investment at the shipyard due to the lack of a functioning government in Stormont. Speaking at the Conservative Party Conference in Manchester, John Wood highlighted that time is running out for the current political vacuum, with plans for expansion at the Belfast-based… Continue reading Stormont: H&W boss warns stalemate risks future investment
Sycamore Gap: Capturing final photo of tree 'so emotional'
A woman who visited the Sycamore Gap on Hadrian’s Wall in Northumberland believes she may have taken the last photo of the iconic tree mere hours before it was cut down. Alice Whysall, 33, reached the historic site on Wednesday evening whilst hiking in the rain. It is believed the tree was cut down later… Continue reading Sycamore Gap: Capturing final photo of tree 'so emotional'
Sama’ Abdulhadi takes over the next fabric presents mix
Sama’ Abdulhadi has been announced as the curator behind the upcoming fabric presents mix, set to be released on November 24. The Palestinian DJ and producer joins the ranks of recent mix curators such as Helena Hauff, Saoirse, and Chaos in the CBD. The compilation mix features 22 selections of techno, trance, and hip hop, including… Continue reading Sama’ Abdulhadi takes over the next fabric presents mix
North Lanarkshire Council axes plan to shut libraries and sport sites
North Lanarkshire Council has reversed its decision to close 39 local facilities including swimming pools, community halls and libraries in an effort to plug a £64m budget shortfall over the next three years. The plan to shut down 12 Active NL leisure buildings, six libraries and its mobile library service, as well as 25 community… Continue reading North Lanarkshire Council axes plan to shut libraries and sport sites