The heavy metal band are joining other acts in the Royal Mint’s “music legends” coins series – which has also celebrated the likes of Queen, Sir Elton John and David Bowie. Crafted by Iron Maiden artist Albert “Akirant” Quirantes, the design of the new coins features the band’s mascot Eddie …
Read More »Sigh of relief for Prince Andrew as the FBI end probe into the royal’s links to paedophile financier Jeffrey Epstein
Prince Andrew has been given a boost as the FBI ended its probe into links involving the late paedophile financier and former friend Jeffrey Epstein. There had been suggestions the Duke of York could face an investigation by the leading US intelligence agency as its new head vowed ‘to do everything’ …
Read More »Nearly half a million Afghans forced out of Iran since June, UN agency says
Nearly 450,000 Afghans have returned from Iran since early June, UN officials said Monday, after Tehran ordered undocumented migrants to leave by July 6. The sudden influx has strained aid groups and raised warnings of instability in Afghanistan, where poverty and climate shocks are already deepening. Nearly 450,000 Afghans have …
Read More »A Successful Business Model for Drone Deliveries
Since the first commercially viable drones entered the scene around 2013, drone deliveries have been perceived as one of the sweet spots of the nascent aviation industry. Unfortunately, the state of the regulation and to some extent the technology, has prevented this useful service reaching a higher level of availability, …
Read More »Barry Diller, from mail boy to mogul
At the storied 92nd Street Y venue in New York, Barry Diller, now a sprightly 83, arrived on stage to a rapturous reception. Marking the publication of his memoir, the event featured a home crowd full of Manhattan media folk, some still active and some just enjoying proximity to the …
Read More »Aquaphor champions Plastic Free July with ‘Small steps, big difference’ theme
Aquaphor has invited UK households to take a small step that makes a big difference: switching to smarter, sustainable hydration in honour of Plastic Free July 2025. This year’s theme, “Small steps, big difference”, is a timely reminder that individual choices, like carrying a reusable bottle or using a filter …
Read More »Mysterious ink anomalies found on Fourth Bureau Issue stamps
U.S. Stamp Notes by John M. Hotchner When I first saw the strip of three of the perf 11 by 11 variety of the 12¢ Grover Cleveland stamp (Scott 564) from the Fourth Bureau Issue of 1922-23, shown above, I thought the unexpected blob of color in the margin above …
Read More »Royal Mail fails to deliver during 16-week slot to replace rural post box in Monmouthshire
Royal Mail has failed to deliver on its 16-week promise to replace a rural post box near Gilwern, leaving Monmouthshire residents without a vital … Source link
Read More »Costa and KFC among new Havering food hygiene ratings
Environmental health officers from Havering have been busy this fortnight visiting businesses across the area to see if they are meeting hygiene requirements. Based on guidelines set by the Food Standards Agency, inspectors look to see how clean the facilities are; what food safety management procedures are in place and …
Read More »King Frederik of Denmark laughs and chats with Duchess of Edinburgh at Wimbledon’s royal box – as he attends tennis tournament without his wife Queen Mary
King Frederik of Denmark looked to be in high spirits as he enjoyed the tennis on day eight of Wimbledon this afternoon – without his wife, Queen Mary. He was seated in the revered royal box at SW19, and was seen grinning as he chatted up a storm with the …
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