The Angry Russian attended the Chap Olympiad, an event that rekindled his past perception of England being a refined, elegant place. Check out his musings on how the real and imagined UK clash in his mind.

A beautiful, wild and rainbow-coloured weekend has come to an end. Here are our pictures of the Gay Pride.

Not going to the beach? Kathrine Anker gives us a taste of what’s going on on the Thames today.

London is a bustling, grey city. However, great green spaces abound as the English love for nature can be found around the city. A secret roof top garden just off High Street Kensington is proof of this. Get to know the Kensington Roof Gardens and relax.

Burqas and niqabs are political and religiously charged pieces of clothing. Belgium has banned them and France is closer to doing so as well. What are the plans of the UK on this? Claire Sergent investigates.

Want to live in central London but can’t face the cost? The First Pint’s Siri R. Svendsen explores one of London’s most popular alternatives – houseboats.

A generation of EU citizens have grown up through studying in different European states. How does this affect their identity and the perception of a European nationality? How does this affect the UK?

Traumatised by Shakespeare from those interminable English classes? A visit to the Bard’s Globe theatre is likely to change your mind and make you unearth your interest in his plays.

Bhangra is back with a beat in the British-Asian fusion play in Theatre Royal in Stratford East. We sent Sonia Shah to review the world’s first Bhangra musical.

London has been invaded by elephants! Check our slideshow, and get your camera and walking shoes ready for a colourful city-safari.

Oh boy, here he goes again. This time the Angry Russian takes on May Day protests in London, Gordon Brown and ‘bigotgate’ and Russian Labour day. As a bonus, we get a glimpse into his turbulent past.

At the First Pint, we were a little curious about burlesque shows. So we sent our correspondent, Sonia Shah, to sample some delights.

The Factory’s theatrical performances are based on improvisation and the actor’s personalities. With Round 2, they go one step further offering London’s theatre buffs 10 minute long plays to enjoy.

There’s a new exhibition in town–Kensington Palace gets enchanted, as it gets revamped by princesses, performance artists, and fashionistas. Word to the wise: if you’re looking for a silent walk-through head to Hampton!