There is a once-notable aspect of our culture that has reached a dead end, apparently for reasons of naked cynicism. I refer to the subjects of what are now called by Royal Mail, without humour, our special stamp issues. This absurd programme presents second-rate designs highlighting populist trash in the …
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Image source: Getty Images So far, 2023 has seen a positive start for global stock markets. The FTSE 100 is up 5.5% this year, while the FTSE 250 is ahead 6%. In the US, the S&P 500 has gained 6.3%, while the tech-heavy Nasdaq Composite index has leapt by 12.6%. …
Read More »Dunfermline postie claims ‘wave of support’ for strikes
That’s the view of postie and activist Garry Haldane, based at the city’s sorting office, who says that changes to working hours are now at the top of a list of concerns. Workers had planned to walkout on Thursday, February 16, and Friday, February 17, but a legal error and …
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There is a once-notable aspect of our culture that has reached a dead end, apparently for reasons of naked cynicism. I refer to the subjects of what are now called by Royal Mail, without humour, our special stamp issues. This absurd programme presents second-rate designs highlighting populist trash in the …
Read More »Royal Mail Strikes February 2023: When are the postal strikes?
It comes as Communications Workers Union (CWU) announced they would be taking action in a statement on Twitter in early February. In the statement, they wrote: “BREAKING: We have served notice on Royal Mail Group for a 24-hour strike.” Responding to the news of fresh strike action, a Royal Mail …
Read More »Royal Mail Strikes February 2023: When are the postal strikes?
It comes as Communications Workers Union (CWU) announced they would be taking action in a statement on Twitter in early February. In the statement, they wrote: “BREAKING: We have served notice on Royal Mail Group for a 24-hour strike.” Responding to the news of fresh strike action, a Royal Mail …
Read More »Infrastructure projects and GAA club among those that missed out on Levelling Up grants
NORTH Belfast MP John Finucane has hit out at the Tories Levelling Up grants, as the list of those who missed out on funding grows. Among the projects which had unsuccessfully applied for the money were the Belfast Rapid Transit Phase Two which is set to see the Glider service …
Read More »‘WHO?’ King Charles laughs off request to ‘bring back Harry’
Breadcrumb Trail Links World Monarch was greeting onlookers at University of East London on Wednesday Author of the article: Published Feb 10, 2023 • 2 minute read 12 Comments King Charles and Prince Harry attend the Our Planet premiere in London, England, April 4, 2019. Photo by Getty Images / …
Read More »Love Island stars who have secret connections the the royal family
It has not been unheard of for the stars of Love Island to have known celebrities before they step foot inside the villa. But some of the show’s contestants have even grander connections and have had links to members of the royal family. Whether it’s one former contestant dating a …
Read More »King Charles’ humorous reaction to awkward Prince Harry question
The man then responded: “Harry, your son.” Charles laughed when he eventually put two and two together, replying that “it would be nice”. At the University of East London, The King opened the new Hospital & Primary Care Training Hub, which will train future generations of NHS professionals. Read more …
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