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I’ve been talking to Afghans stuck on the Bosnian border – their predicament is horrifying
Alessandra Fuccillo, CC BY-ND As the Taliban closed in on Afghanistan, the European Union co-signed a joint statement with dozens of nations agreeing that “the Afghan people deserve to live in safety, security and dignity” and that the international community was “ready to assist them”. As someone who has beenContinue Reading
German election: what to expect in the race to replace Angela Merkel
Germany is shortly to hold its first ever federal election in which the sitting chancellor is not running. The departure of Angela Merkel means that, for the first time since 1949, change is inevitable. For most of the past four years, the most likely outcome of this vote appeared toContinue Reading
Both Exmouth RNLI lifeboats launched to persons calling for help
Exmouth RNLI volunteers were tasked this evening following a report of persons heard calling for help on the eastern side of Straight Point Range. At 5.59pm today Wednesday 8 September 2021, H.M. Coastguard tasked both Exmouth RNLI Inshore Lifeboat D-805 George Bearman II and all weather lifeboat 13-03 R &Continue Reading
Cruise Ambassadors Return to Falmouth
A&P is delighted to welcome back Falmouth Cruise Ship Ambassadors to the dockside after 18 months. The team is made up of a fantastic group of dedicated volunteers with detailed knowledge and a passion for the local area which is appreciated by passengers as they step ashore. A&P Falmouth hasContinue Reading
Ben’ and ‘Tuddy’ look an irresistible combination!
Benzema, by virtue of an actual ‘career-best’ time-figure mark seventeen days ago, justifies support at ‘good to firm’ Thirsk this afternoon when faced by nineteen rivals in a nursery which, at first glance looked competitive. Following fastidious scrutiny it became apparent this David O’Meara-trained Invincible Spirit colt is ‘thrown-in’ andContinue Reading
July (all): the animal says… Debra Wellington
Candy Jar is pleased to announce its twenty-second ‘Book of the Month’, The Animal Says…Published with the help and support of Candy Jar’s award-winning partner imprint Jelly Bean Books, this delightful book brings the animal kingdom to life with interesting facts and glorious artwork for young readers. Written and illustrated byContinue Reading
Haiti’s history of political fragility makes its recovery from disaster even harder – podcast
From earthquakes to hurricanes, disease and drug violence, the Caribbean island of Haiti has faced a decade of cascading crises. In this week’s episode of The Conversation Weekly podcast we talk to experts about what Haiti’s history tells us about its political fragility and what that means for the country’sContinue Reading
Man Utd are ready to take on Barca, Juve and Bayern for Leipzig winger Olmo
MANCHESTER UNITED are interested in signing RB Leipzig star Dani Olmo, according to reports. Several top European clubs are believed to be keen on the attacking midfielder, 23, including Barcelona, Juventus and Bayern Munich. 1 RB Leipzig star Dani Olmo starred for Spain at Euro 2020Credit: The Sun According toContinue Reading
Here’s what happens when two very different respiratory viruses infect the same cell – new study
Influenza virus particles. Kateryna Kon/Shutterstock Right now, there’s just one virus on everyone’s minds: SARS-CoV-2, the virus that causes COVID-19. But humanity is plagued by many respiratory viruses, such as influenza A (IAV) and respiratory syncytial viruses (RSV), which cause hundreds of thousands of deaths every year. Most of theseContinue Reading
Japan: what are the chances of a woman becoming prime minister in a deeply patriarchal society?
She has been billed as an underdog, but Sanae Takaichi, a staunch conservative MP and ally of former prime minister Shinzō Abe, has announced her bid to become the next leader of the ruling Liberal Democratic Party in Japan. If successful, she would almost certainly become Japan’s first woman primeContinue Reading