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Read More »Post Office hero Alan Bates snubbed in ‘surprise’ honours list
Post Office hero Alan Bates has been snubbed in a ‘surprise’ honours list. The list – which includes awards for MPs and a major Tory donor – was issued ahead of the Easter bank holiday weekend. But Mr Bates – who battled against Post Office bosses for more than 20 …
Read More »Urgent recall issued for Magnum ice cream over metal pieces
In a statement shared by the Food Standards Agency (FSA), customers affected have been told: “Unilever is recalling Magnum Classic Ice Cream Sticks (3x100ml) because they may contain pieces of metal. The possible presence of metal makes this product unsafe to eat.” The products affected include those in pack sizes …
Read More »Royal Navy submariner reveals what really happens when you spend 200 days underwater and what the biggest danger is when you finally come up for air
On August 29, 2023, as HMS Vengeance slipped beneath the waves, her crew of 130 prepared for a marathon patrol in a classified location. As part of Britain’s continuous nuclear deterrent the Vanguard Class nuclear submarines have a single mission, to await a call that nobody onboard ever wants to receive. …
Read More »Friends of Weymouth Library talk on English Civil War
He’ll be bringing history to life in a talk at Weymouth Library, Great George Street, Weymouth, on Saturday, April 6. A Nation in Ruins features Corfe Castle in the Civil War and its owners Sir John and Lady Mary Bankes, staunch supporters of King Charles I. Lady Bankes defended her home …
Read More »Everything Chevy Fans Should Know About The Series H-2 Royal Mail
Both models continued into 1915, with slight differences between them beyond the H-4’s larger passenger compartment. The H-4 had an electric starter, while the Royal Mail’s engine had to be cranked alive by hand. The Royal Mail’s fuel system was gravity-fed from the rear-mounted tank, while the Baby Grand had a …
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Read More »Shoppers blast ‘it’s an outrage’ as popular coffee chain to close three stores in HOURS
SHOPPERS have been left “outraged” as a popular coffee chain is due to close three stores within hours. Nespresso is shutting three town centre outlets later today, leaving shoppers worried about where they can recycle their used capsules. 2 Nespresso is shutting three stores for good at the close of play …
Read More »How the Royal Family’s Easter will be very different this year: From a ‘smaller than usual’ guest list for the sake of King Charles to Kate’s absence amid her cancer battle
Most families have firm traditions that they mark each year – and the British Royal Family is no different. One of the most important occasions of The Firm’s social calendar is Easter, which the late Queen Elizabeth II was said to love. The Royal Family usually celebrate the holiday at Windsor Castle, …
Read More »Martin Lewis warns Brits to ‘stock up NOW’ on £1.25 household staple before price hike in DAYS
MONEY expert Martin Lewis has warned Brits to bulk-buy a household staple before it jumps up in price. The increase is set to come into play in a matter of days so Brits must act now. 3 Martin Lewis has advised Brits to buy the item in bulk to avoid paying …
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