From Sober October, the 31-day challenge in which people around the world will abstain from alcohol, to the new neologism WFP…code for Working From the Pub as laptop workers migrate into their local boozers! In a "Window on Britain" let's hear about candles and onesies' shopping frenzy ignited by the prospect of next winter blackouts and how campaigners are trying to save Dickensian century-old gas lamps in London reminiscent of the world of Mary Poppins, Sherlock Holmes and Harry Potter's books. Last, but not least some useful collocations on booze. Make sure to always drink in moderation!