Thrifty mother transforms two old Ikea tables into a stylish toy box for her children

Thrifty mother transforms two old Ikea tables into a stylish toy box for her children for just £10 using elastic cord and a staple gun Laura Tranter, from Wigan, turned one table on its end and placed other on top She stapled elastic cord to the top and bottom to create flexible bars The cord … Read more

Aveva software chief who turned the tables on US rivals

It’s the classic journey for a successful British technology business: company is established, grows quickly, raises money, earns a stellar reputation – before being bought by a larger American rival. The British founders get a large cheque and everyone seems happy.  But last week the tables were turned. This time it was a British software … Read more

Moseley pub bans under-25s after crowd of rowdy young drinkers crammed in and danced on tables

Newly re-opened pub bans under-25s after crowd of rowdy young drinkers crammed in and started dancing on tables Prince of Wales pub in Moseley will bring in new admission rules from Friday It follows an incident with a group singing and standing on tables on July 25 The rules include banning under 25s and enforcing … Read more

Inside reopened Las Vegas, with blackjack tables with plastic shields and Covid surcharges

Las Vegas has reopened, but as these fascinating pictures show, it’s not looking its usual self – it’s looking more surreal than ever. That’s because it has brought in a raft of measures aimed at keeping visitors safe in the coronavirus era – there are big plastic shields at the casino tables, dealers wearing masks, … Read more

Coronavirus travel tips: Sit in a window seat and disinfect tray tables

As the novel coronavirus spreads across the globe, health experts advise plane travelers to sit in a window seat, disinfect their table trays and window blinds, and warn that wearing a mask won’t prevent infection.  Officials say the best way to avoid catching the virus, which is spread through viral particles within mucus or saliva, … Read more