London’s historic blue plaques seek more diversity as 1,000th marker is unveiled
English Heritage is preparing to unveil its 1,000th blue plaque, the famous discs that dot the walls of buildings throughout London to mark the places where scientists, artists, politicians and activists have made history
2023-09-19 18:21
F1 pundit tips Liam Lawson for 2024 seat: ‘He’s put himself on the market’
Karun Chandok believes Williams should target Liam Lawson for a 2024 seat after the rookie’s impressive performance in Singapore. Lawson, who has replaced the injured Daniel Ricciardo at AlphaTauri in the last three races and will also fill in this weekend in Japan, secured his first points-finish at the weekend by coming home ninth. It secured the New Zealander two points and AlphaTauri’s best-finish of the season but Ricciardo is likely to return in three weeks’ time in Qatar. However, the perceived underachievement of Logan Sargeant at Williams this season – he is still on zero points, while team-mate Alex Albon has earned 21 points – has led Chandok to believe that Williams boss James Vowles should approach Lawson about a full-time seat next year. “If I was Williams, I would definitely be looking at Liam Lawson,” ex-F1 driver Chandok told Sky F1. “You’ve got to have the conversation, haven’t you? Because you know, Albon’s out-qualified Sargeant on every occasion, he has had scored all the points so far at Williams. “If you are Williams, you should be shopping around and Liam Lawson had put himself on the market in a very good way.” While most teams have confirmed their driver line-ups for 2024, only Williams with Sargeant and AlphaTauri with both seats are yet to do so. It has been widely reported that AlphaTauri will this week, at a minimum, confirm Yuki Tsunoda’s seat for 2024 in what would be his fourth-straight season with Red Bull’s sister team. Lawson, who has been racing in the Japanese Super Formula series this season after finishing third in Formula 2 last year, insisted post-race in Singapore that he wasn’t thinking too much about his future. “I have no idea, honestly,” the 21-year-old said, when asked about his future. “It’s tricky to get a full-time seat in this sport. But like I said, rather than looking at all those external things, it’s for me just focusing on every session, trying to maximise each time I’m in the car and try what I can.” Deputising mid-season and impressing does not always lead to a bright future in F1: Nyck de Vries finished ninth last year in Monza for Williams, filling in for Alex Albon, and subsequently secured a 2023 drive with AlphaTauri. However, the Dutchman was dropped after 10 races this season with Ricciardo replacing him. Read More Ferrari finally find their chief strategist – and it’s Carlos Sainz Mercedes boss Toto Wolff to miss Japanese Grand Prix Max Verstappen makes prediction for Japan after his winning run ends F1 2023 race schedule: When is the Japanese Grand Prix? Ferrari finally find their chief strategist – and it’s Carlos Sainz Lance Stroll cleared to race in Singapore after high-speed qualifying crash
2023-09-19 17:56
The Best Way to See Africa's Great Migration, on a Safari Without the Crowds
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2023-09-19 17:17
Michael Jackson's moonwalk hat up for auction
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Dubai Opera House Raises Artistic Aspirations, But Will Audiences Notice?
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TUI Sees Earnings Jump After Strong Summer, Winter Bookings Rise
TUI AG confirmed its full-year guidance and said bookings for the winter season are strong despite a cost
2023-09-19 15:16
Making a mark: London’s historic blue plaques seek more diversity as 1,000th marker is unveiled
English Heritage is preparing to unveil its 1,000th blue plaque, the famous discs that dot the walls of buildings throughout London to mark the places where scientists, artists, politicians and activists have made history
2023-09-19 14:59
The Versailles Palace celebrates its 400th anniversary and hosts King Charles III for state dinner
France is rolling out the red carpet for King Charles III’s state visit at one of its most magnificent and emblematic monuments: The Palace of Versailles, which is celebrating its 400th anniversary
2023-09-19 14:55
Singapore Aims for Passport-Free Departures From Changi Airport Next Year
Some passengers will soon be able to depart from Singapore’s Changi Airport without a passport, as part of
2023-09-19 12:23
Australia tells dating apps to improve safety standards to protect users from sexual violence
Australia’s government is telling the online dating industry to improve safety standards or be forced to make changes through legislation
2023-09-19 10:57
The 2024 Mercedes-Benz E-Class All-Terrain Is the Wagon We Want
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2023-09-19 08:51
Walmart, Costco to Work on Plan to Curb Food Inflation, Canada Minister Says
Executives of five large grocery chains including Walmart Inc. agreed to work with the Canadian government on a
2023-09-19 07:49
