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Forest green – 5 Nov 2024 – Ideal Home Magazine – Readly

Style at Home ‘we have a love of french style’ Undaunted by a complete refurb, Djimbi rejigged her home’s layout and added a mix of eclectic finds to create a place that’s full of personality Your Home ‘it needed a bit of love and a lot of colour’ Sarah Dowling and her partner Jack had previously been in a tiny shared flat, and even lived on a houseboat for a year, ‘which was as lovely and romantic as you’d think,’ she says, ‘but also hard work ELLE Decoration – UK The rise of an artisan nation Ahead of the first...

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Why we need to teach our children that quitting is okay – HELLO! Magazine

Remember in February when I said 2024 was going to be my guilt-free joy year? October was exactly that. It was packed to the brim with things I really love but also, I’ve had the confidence to politely decline things I know aren’t for me and to stop when I need to – 2023 Louise wouldn’t recognise me! My youngest daughter, Pearl, six, seems to have followed my lead when it comes to declining things not quite right for her, too. Let me explain. Dance mum life stepped up a gear in October, because Pearl and Darcy’s theatre school performed at...

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Former school site set for 3m housing development | STV News

A new deal to sell a former Glasgow school site to a housing developer for £3m is set to be agreed after previous plans for the land fell through. Council officials are recommending an offer from Bellway Homes to buy the old Howford Primary School and schoolhouse on Crookston Road is approved on Thursday. Two potential buyers have previously come close to taking over the land but neither deal has gone ahead — with the latest failing as permission for 70 homes couldn’t be agreed. Councillors had been in favour of approving 57 homes, which is the same number as...

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Official Trailer: Wallace & Gromit – Vengeance Most Fowl

Enjoy free Good News & Other Stuff to Make You Smile delivered daily by email. Sign up now: THANKS FOR SIGNING UP! ALL NEWS ABOUT SIGN UP CONTACT We promise not to share your details with anyone else. Ever! And you can easily unsubscribe at any time. Daily Good News – Inspiring News – Uplifting News – News Good for Wellbeing – News Beneficial to Mental Health – OGN Daily – Exploring the Upside – Worldwide Good News – Fun Ideas – Positivity – Promoting Ecology – Renewables & Sustainability – Applauding Good Deeds – Good News Today ​ Contact: editor@onlygoodnewsdaily.com ​ © 2023 OGNdaily.com...

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‘People want to know why’ – Wednesbury MP Antonia Bance has met with Environment

Antonia met the minister earlier today, October 4,  to raise concerns about South Staffs Water and the issues her constituents had experienced over the weekend with the burst water mains on Leabrook Road.  The floods started on Saturday, October 2, and Bance said she has also written to South Staffs Water to question ‘why it took so long’ to get bottled water to residents, which she said was ‘at 10pm and the water main burst at 9am’.  She went on to say that it was ‘her’ team which ‘organised a safe place at the Sons of Rest’ and does not...

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Management proposals for Small Isles Marine Protected Area (MPA): EIR release – gov.scot

Information requested “I came across the priority marine feature surveys, and I was wondering if you have any information regarding the proposed fisheries management measures. Would you be able to give me some information on the current status of the Small Isles MPA and it proposed management measures. I hope to hear from you and any help is much appreciated”. Response The Scottish Government is committed to delivering fisheries management measures for existing MPAs where these are not already in place, and key biodiversity locations (PMF’s) outside of these sites. We are considering the environmental protection required for over 160 individual sites and areas...

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Edinburgh retro: 12 old photos show Bonfire Night fun and fireworks in Edinburgh over the decades

Held annually on November 5 (remember, remember), Bonfire Night has been a key date in the calendar for generations. This year, there will be many events and gatherings across the Edinburgh and the Lothians to mark the occasion, also known as Guy Fawkes Night. We’ve trawled through the picture archives to bring you 12 memories of Bonfire Night in Edinburgh down the decades. 1. 12 memories of Bonfire Night in Edinburgh We’ve trawled through the picture archives to bring you 12 memories of Bonfire Night in Edinburgh down the decades. Photo: National World 2. Children’s bonfire Canaan Lodge Children’s bonfire and fireworks for Guy...

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Kevin the Carrot returns in Aldi’s 2024 Christmas advert – The Herald

We’ve moved into November and supermarkets are already revealing their Christmas ad campaigns, including Aldi. For nine years now, we’ve had the joys of Kevin the Carrot and his adventures gracing our screens and for fans of the character, it’s good news as he returns this year. A new year means a new story for Kevin and his friends – here’s what you can expect in 2024. Aldi reveals Kevin the Carrot Christmas advert 2024 Set in a festive village, the ad reveals that the Spirit of Christmas has been kidnapped by a group of evil ‘humbugs’. Kevin and Katie return...

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Arunachalee nurse to serve in Tokyo – Arunachal Observer

By A O News Service ITANAGAR, Nov 03: One Chakhoan Wangsa, D/o Wangche Wangsa of Kaimai village of Tirap district, has been selected to work as a nurse in Japan’s capital city Tokyo after clearing an all India examination in New Delhi recently, according to media reports. The world has become a small global village today and avenues, opportunities and possibilities await those who yearn to shine in life. Many have congratulated her and her proud parents for this great success and hoped that she would serve as an inspiration for other educated youth of Arunachal Pradesh, particularly disturbed Tirap,...

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Carlsberg reports positive results in spite of ‘tough quarter’ – The Drinks Business

Brewing giant Carlsberg’s Q3 2024 Trading Statement revealed that there was volume and revenue growth in the majority of markets, though China, France and the UK offset this trend. Carlsberg Group CEO Jacob Aarup-Andersen said: “Q3 was a tough quarter, impacted by a weak consumer environment and weather. Nevertheless we delivered volume and revenue growth in the majority of our markets, and we saw good progress for our key long term strategic growth categories, including alcohol-free brews, Beyond Beer and soft drinks.” According to the company, the alcohol-free portfolio saw an organic volume development of +6%, while for the ‘beyond...

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Exclusive: Patsy Kensit on embracing singlehood and overcoming her financial struggles

Inside a west London studio, Patsy Kensit is ready for her close-up. As she effortlessly throws a series of beautiful poses at this exclusive magazine shoot, the fragile beauty which has helped make her famous is very much in evidence.  Patsy says she is tougher than she looks But, as the 56-year-old chats to HELLO! in this honest and emotional interview, it’s immediately clear there is nothing fragile about her personality. Steely determination has seen her weather many storms, including a recent business disaster which saw her lose all her money and her home.  Now single and eager to enjoy...

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Jack o Lanterns: How Turnips Led to a Halloween Tradition

Enjoy free Good News & Other Stuff to Make You Smile delivered daily by email. Sign up now: THANKS FOR SIGNING UP! ALL NEWS ABOUT SIGN UP CONTACT We promise not to share your details with anyone else. Ever! And you can easily unsubscribe at any time. Daily Good News – Inspiring News – Uplifting News – News Good for Wellbeing – News Beneficial to Mental Health – OGN Daily – Exploring the Upside – Worldwide Good News – Fun Ideas – Positivity – Promoting Ecology – Renewables & Sustainability – Applauding Good Deeds – Good News Today ​ Contact: editor@onlygoodnewsdaily.com ​ © 2023 OGNdaily.com...

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More than a third of the world’s trees face extinction, new report reveals | Kashmir Reader

NEW DELHI: A new global assessment reveals that over a third of the world’s tree species are threatened with extinction in the wild, surpassing the combined threat levels faced by birds, mammals, reptiles, and amphibians. This alarming update, published by Botanic Gardens Conservation International (BGCI) and the International Union for Conservation of Nature (IUCN), was released at the UN biodiversity summit, COP 16, in Cali, Colombia, where world leaders are evaluating progress on a global conservation pledge. More than 1,000 scientists contributed to the report, which found that 38% of tree species are endangered. According to BGCI’s Emily Beech, the...

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Jamie Carragher pokes fun at Liverpool rivals Man City and Arsenal – CaughtOffside

November 2nd 2024, 19:46 Former Liverpool defender Jamie Carragher. (Photo by Laurence Griffiths/Getty Images) Liverpool won their match against Brighton 2-1 but more importantly for them, both of their title rivals lost today. Arsenal were beaten 2-1 by Newcastle United in the early kick off today while Manchester City suffered a surprise defeat at the hands of Bournemouth. It was an important day in the title race for all the teams involved but Arne Slot and his Liverpool side will come out happy having taken a two point lead over Pep Guardiola’s Man City side. The Reds were losing 1-0...

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Ipswich fullback Davis happy with goal: But I’d be happier with three points – Tribal Football

Ipswich fullback Leif Davis insists they deserved more after their 1-1 draw with Leicester City. Davis struck first before Jordan Ayew found an injury-time equaliser for the Foxes. Advertisement Advertisement The defender later said: “We came in frustrated. I think we could have had a penalty. Everyone makes mistakes, we’re human but it should have been given. We have to watch our heads after that. We’re just disappointed.” On Kalvin Phillips’ red card, he continued: “If you’re playing against 10 men then you get that momentum swing. I think he’s disappointed it happened and in his head he probably thinks...

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Heritage group calls for Welsh skeleton’s return from Natural History Museum – Cherwell

The heritage group Gower Unearthed has called for the return of the “Red Lady of Paviland” skeleton remains from the Oxford University Museum of Natural History (OUMNH). To raise publicity, the campaign’s director Helen Nicholas and her friend completed a 200-mile run with 20,000-feet elevation from the museum to Goat’s Hole Cave this week. The Red Lady was discovered in Gower, South Wales, by Oxford’s geology professor William Buckland in 1823. The remains were then transferred back to Oxford, along with other archaeological finds, where they have remained for the past two centuries. The Red Lady gains its name from...

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Portuguese press say ‘Amorim will certainly be watching’ as 16m Man Utd transfer option …

New Manchester United boss Ruben Amorim can already start to play how he can improve the squad. A clear priority for incoming head coach Ruben Amorim has to focus on signing a left-sided player for his 3-4-3 formation. If he has done any studying on the United squad, he will know he cannot rely on Luke Shaw and Tyrell Malacia, despite speculation they may be fit for his first game. And he will likely be cursing United making a decision to sell Alvaro Fernandez, a player who is an ideal fit for a wing-back role, who was sold to Benfica...

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The First Open-Source Atlas of The Worlds Ecosystems

A new conservation tool, the Global Ecosystems Atlas, has been launched with the goal of providing a comprehensive resource for monitoring all the world’s ecosystems. Credit: GEO Unveiled this week at the 2024 United Nations Biodiversity Conference (COP16) in Cali, Colombia, by the Group on Earth Observations (GEO), the atlas aims to support the protection, restoration, and sustainable management of ecosystems – a task that is critical to addressing global environmental crises. Despite the threats to biodiversity, many fundamental questions about our ecosystems remain unanswered due to inconsistencies in existing data. Just over half the world’s ecosystems have been mapped...

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Humbert sees off Khachanov to reach final with Zverev at Paris Masters

France’s top tennis player Ugo Humbert came from a set down on Saturday to beat Karen Khachanov and advance to the final of the 2024 Paris Masters. The 26-year-old, who saw off world number two Carlos Alcaraz in the last-16, outfought the 2018 champion to progress 6-7, 6-4, 6-3 in just under three hours. “I didn’t feel as good or as fresh as I have done in other matches,” said Humbert on court in the immediate aftermath of the win over the 28-year-old Russian. “But when things weren’t going as well, I fought like I have done all week and...

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Police investigating Russell Brand allegations understood to have handed file to CPS

Listen Live On Air Schedule Listen Again Gateway App Gateway to Fitness Blogs Coffee & Tea Cool Soul Daytime Drivetime Gateway Community Gateway To Rock Good Afternoon Radio Club Weekend Breakfast Local Local News Travel Events Add Event About Us Volunteering Radio Club Our Friends Advertise Contact us T&Cs Public File Ads help us keep this site online 2nd November 2024 Posted by Sky News Police investigating historical sex offence allegations against Russell Brand have handed a file of evidence to the Crown Prosecution Service (CPS), it is understood. See the full story on the Sky News website

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Dogs and drones search for escaped raccoons

Tracker dogs and drones are scouring the Isle of Wight for four escaped female raccoons. The animals broke free of their compound overnight and haven’t been at Amazon World Zoo Park for very long. Locals are being asked to keep an eye out, but the zoo said the raccoons are “not normally aggressive”. “Everyone is out searching and we have tracker dogs and drones looking for them,” said supervisor Rowena Welsh. “They are not dangerous and the protocol is for people to call us straight away and don’t try to approach because they would be very frightened. “They are not...

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Call to join ranks of ‘super little group’ in Bridgnorth supporting people with dementia

Bridgnorth Dementia Support Group is run by Age UK Shropshire Telford & Wrekin, with its members attending Greenfields Court community centre just off Innage Lane, in the north of the town. The group welcomes people living with dementia and their carers and offers fun and interesting activities as well as providing emotional support and information in a safe and welcoming environment. “It’s a super little group, but we could really do with more members,” said Gina Shirley, Wellbeing Services Support Officer. “But we have a lot of fun and people seem to get a lot out of it.” Chris, 81...

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Tehanu completes world’s first ‘interspecies money’ transfer – Finextra Research

Africa-based startup Tehanu has completed its first ‘interspecies money’ transfer, which enables the transfer of funds through digital wallets associated with the conservation of Rwandan mountain gorillas. Editorial This content has been selected, created and edited by the Finextra editorial team based upon its relevance and interest to our community. The first transaction of its kind, the platform generates conservation-based income for its agents who use Tehanu’s AI model to assess the needs of the gorillas, and receive the mobile payments when these actions are completed. In an interview with Finextra, leaders at Tehanu explained in detail how they are...

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