THE FAMILY of the man who died in a collision on the A470 have paid tribute to the ‘overwhelmingly popular member of the motorcycling community’. Mark Morris, aged 54, of Swansea, died in a road traffic collision on the A470 between Llangurig and Rhayader on Sunday, 4 August. His family …
Read More »Thailand named as champion of wild tiger conservation in Southeast Asia
The recognition is a result of the remarkable surge in the royal tiger population in Thailand. In 2024, the population of mature royal tigers is estimated between 179 and 223, an increase of approximately 148-149 royal tigers from 2022. Thailand was named the “Champion of Tiger Conservation in Southeast Asia” …
Read More »Idea behind the iconic Chevrolet bowtie logo is a mystery
The design inspiration behind the iconic Chevrolet logo – known as the ‘bowtie’ – is a complete mystery. The cross-shaped badge that we see adorning Chevrolet vehicles was introduced back in 1913. Although it’s had several redesigns over the years, it has largely remained true to its original form – …
Read More »RICHARD EDEN: Royal sources say ‘desperate’ Harry and Meghan are suddenly keen to build bridges with the Palace – and this could be the REAL reason…
By Richard Eden Published: 07:16 EDT, 8 August 2024 | Updated: 10:39 EDT, 8 August 2024 Looking into his camera phone, the Duke of Sussex declared that he and his wife were on a ‘freedom flight’ as they travelled to Los Angeles having stepped down as working members of the …
Read More »Royal Navy sailor is cleared of raping female colleague after being accused of ignoring pleas to stop by his alleged victim
By Frankie Elliott For Mailonline Published: 09:02 EDT, 8 August 2024 | Updated: 09:02 EDT, 8 August 2024 A Royal Navy sailor has been cleared of raping a female colleague after being accused of ignoring pleas to stop by his alleged victim. Engineering Technician Richard Kirk was accused of attempting …
Read More »First Footage released of Scots wildcats captured by thermal drone
Just in time for International Cat Day, Forestry and Land Scotland have released new footage showing what appears to be a Scottish wildcat hunting alongside its kitten, spotted using a thermal imaging drone in what is considered to be a first in Scotland. The technology is currently being used to …
Read More »‘All’ Vinted sellers and shoppers in UK warned over ‘change in policy’
Vinted has left consumers in the dark, as the app appears to be trialling the option to remove sellers’ ability to pick and choose the couriers they want to sell with. Vinted is a mobile app, known for buying and selling new or secondhand items, mainly clothing and accessories, with …
Read More »Royal Cliff Hotels Group receives ASEAN Green Hotel Standard Award
Miss Ruchika Longani, Director of Sales (Thailand) of the Royal Cliff Hotels Group, proudly receives the ASEAN Green Hotel Standard Award from Mr. Phonpoom Vipattipumiprates, Vice Minister for Tourism and Sports. PATTAYA, Thailand – The Royal Cliff Hotels Group has once again been celebrated for its environmental stewardship, receiving the …
Read More »New Post Office opens in Kirkby Stephen with longer hours
Tim Farron, MP for Westmorland and Lonsdale, attended the ceremony on Wednesday, August 7 and cut the ribbon at the former Barclays Bank on Market Street, which closed in May. The former bank is now a full-time Post Office, providing much-needed services to the community. Phil Ballantyne, an experienced postmaster …
Read More »Royal Mail postwoman nominated for Person of the Week
We ask our readers weekly to nominate someone they think deserves to be nominated for Person of the Week and why. Karen Robinson, from Hexham, has been a Royal Mail postwoman for nearly a decade and said she was ‘overwhelmed’ to be nominated by Hexham Courant readers. Karen Robinson is from Hexham …
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