New York—Two Rolex watches that have been worn across the globe, from the North Pole to the underwater wreckage site of the Royal Mail Steamer (R.M.S.) Titanic, will make their auction debut at Sotheby’s next month. Both pieces come from the collection of Emmy Award-winning underwater cinematographer Alfred “Al” Giddings, …
Read More »Postal workers speak in defence of victimised Royal Mail delivery worker Des Beach
The video interview with victimised Royal Mail delivery worker Des Beach conducted by the World Socialist Web Site (WSWS) and posted on the site last Friday evening has attracted a wide audience. On YouTube the video has received 1,800 views. The widespread interest comes despite Facebook deleting the video within …
Read More »Floods in Spain spur anger and goodwill
CHRISTIAN communities in Spain have mobilised support and counselling for victims of last week’s devastating floods around Valencia, as efforts continued to assess the damage and the number of fatalities. “In times of such great difficulty, tensions manifest themselves — yet at such moments, we must give a testimony of …
Read More »Cornwall illustrator Judy Joel behind 2024 Christmas stamps
The stamps feature some of the UK’s most impressive cathedrals – in Edinburgh, Liverpool, Armagh, Bangor and Westminster – all set in a snowy backdrop. The stamps were designed by Penzance-based illustrator Judy Joel, whose popular paintings have been sold worldwide over the last 50 years. Specialising in commissions of …
Read More »New briefing from Britain and Ireland
Westminster Cathedral features on the Christmas stamps unveiled this week by Royal Mail, along with cathedrals in Edinburgh, Liverpool, Armagh and Bangor. The stamps were illustrated by the Cornwall-based artist Judy Joel, whose paintings have sold worldwide for 50 years. Royal Mail worked with Canon Janet Gough, an expert on …
Read More »Birmingham shopkeeper’s daily nightmare that’s out of control as he says ‘what do you do’
The owner of a Birmingham supermarket says ‘he wants to give up’ as he is forced to deal with shoplifters between five and eight times a day. Amjad Farooq, owner of Wah Wah Mirchi on Soho Road, says he is forced to employ extra staff and do his own security …
Read More »Post Office was reluctant to cut costs despite 143 central staff earning more than £100k
Former minister tells public inquiry that convincing the Post Office CEO to cut central costs was like “drawing teeth”, despite many executives and managers earning more than £100,000. In his evidence to the Post Office Horizon scandal public inquiry, Kevin Hollinrake, who was the minister in charge of the Post Office …
Read More »Cabinet to discuss future use of land at Patcham Court Farm
At a Cabinet meeting on 14 November 2024, members will consider options and a recommendation for the future use of the land at Patcham Court Farm. Following consideration of options, which include the use of the site for Park & Ride or housing development, the recommendation being presented is for …
Read More »Will Donald Trump kick Prince Harry out of America? New President said royal would get ‘no special treatment’ over visa issues (so he and Meghan may have to do Plan B and move to Portugal!)
Donald Trump’s election victory is a nightmare for Prince Harry after the new US president previously warned the royal he would get no special privileges in America. Mr Trump has lambasted the Duke of Sussex since he left Britain in 2020, criticising him for the ‘unforgiveable betrayal’ of his late …
Read More »CisgenX Launches in the U.S., Leading the Way in Smart Irrigation Solutions for Water and Energy Efficiency
Cisgenics, a global leader in intelligent irrigation solutions, proudly announces the international launch of its flagship product, CisgenX, at the 2024 Irrigation Show in Long Beach, California. This groundbreaking system utilizes Internet of Things (IoT) sensors with machine learning capabilities, and real-time data analytics to provide precise water management. CisgenX …
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