A SPECIAL set of stamps is being issued to celebrate the FA Cup’s 150th anniversary. The ten will feature famous moments in the tournament’s history, including the first final to be played at Wembley in 1923, and King George VI and Queen Elizabeth presenting the trophy to Sunderland’s Raich Carter …
Read More »First class! Royal Mail unveils 10 special edition stamps to celebrate 150th anniversary of FA Cup
First class! Royal Mail unveils 10 special edition stamps to celebrate 150th anniversary of the FA Cup from shock upsets to spectacular goals and appearances from royals 10 special stamps have being issued to celebrate 150th anniversary of FA Cup The celebratory stamps depict classic FA Cup moments of tournament’s …
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The Duke of Sussex has acknowledged the ongoing crisis in Ukraine and called for global support for the country’s people. It came as Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky’s office warned of an Environmental catastrophe’ after Russian forces blew up a gas pipeline in Kharkiv, the country’s second-largest city. Speaking at the …
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When it comes to finding a relaxing country spot for a bite to eat there’s no shortage of choice in East Sussex, but after setting sail for The Blue Anchor Richard Williams sees why this Crowborough pub is still making waves in the world of great food and drink… Once …
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Read More »The Royal Mint launches Dame Vera Lynn commemorative coin – How to get yours
Sadly, on June 18 2020, Dame Vera passed away, leaving behind her legacy as a”dedicated humanitarian and a true icon of British music,” The Royal Mint has said. The war-time singer is fondly remembered for her iconic renditions of classic songs including ‘We’ll Meet Again’ which has “earned her eternal residency within the …
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Since 2005, members of the public have been able to apply to public bodies for information, documents, photos and videos they hold. In the intervening years, the number of Freedom of Information (FoI) requests submitted to North Wales Police (NWP) has soared, placing additional demands on the force. In 2005, …
Read More »Life in the Derbyshire hamlet with more holiday lets than residents
Nestled in the Derbyshire countryside, on the road between Darley Dale and Matlock, is the hamlet of Two Dales. It’s a typical leafy place that appears to be largely quiet apart for a babbling brook that snakes its way through the village, under fields, driveways and between houses. There is …
Read More »Meghan Markle wears £2,000 dress and £7,000 worth of accessories at NAACP awards
Meghan Markle wore a bespoke Christopher John Rogers dress worth an estimated £2,000 and £7,000 worth of accessories as she joined Prince Harry to accepted the President’s Award at the NAACP Image Awards. The Duchess of Sussex, 40, also sported Princess Diana’s yellow gold omega chain cuff bracelet – which she first sported …
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