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Old Bailey Hot News, Slowed Down and Mostly Unavailable
The Proceedings of the Old Bailey, 1674-1913This is the opening paragraph for those lucky enough to get a connection today. A fully searchable edition of the largest body of texts detailing the lives of non-elite people ever published, containing 197,745 criminal trials held at London's central criminal court. Piss Poor Planning and PreparationWhen the database actually works, users can research cases of interest or family names of people appearing in trials at the Old Bailey Criminal Court, London, covering...
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Cry God for Harry, England and St George we're Off to The PUB!
St. George's Day is Christian Feast Day; Not a Political EventSt. George's Day is celebrated by several nations of which Saint George is the patron saint, including England, Portugal, Georgia, Serbia, Bulgaria, Bosnia and Herzegovina, and the Republic of Macedonia, as well as the region of Catalonia (Spain) and the city of Moscow. For England, St. George's Day also marks its National Day. Most countries who observe St. George's Day, celebrate it on 23 April, the traditionally accepted date of...
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Stalking Horses for Jacqui, Haggis Bashing for Gordon and Balls
What IS a Stalking Horse?A stalking horse was trained to conceal the hunter walking behind it; the practice allowed human predators to sneak up on their prey without attracting suspicion. In modern political applications of the phrase, a stalking horse is a candidate used to divert attention from someone else's candidacy.For example; if Jacqui Smith the current Home Secretary were to challenge Gordon Brown for leadership, she might use one of the Balls to act as her stalking...
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The Camargue South of Arles in Western Provence France
The Camargue is a vast plain south of Arles in Western Provence, between the Mediterranean and the two arms of the Rhône delta. It comprises large brine lagoons or étangs, cut off from the sea by sandbars and encircled by reed-covered marshes which are in turn surrounded by a large cultivated area. Approximately a third of the Camargue is either lakes or marshland. It is western Europe's largest river delta, and also indeed technically an island as it's wholly...
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Australian Adventure Sydney and Barrier Reef
There is more to Australia than just the beauty of its wildlife and landscape though; the land that has a rich cultural history boasts an even richer present for those who want a taste of life here. The people are friendly and energetic, and the world of sports is regularly rattled by their characteristic gritty and aggressive sportsmen; Ian Thorpe, and Leyton Hewitt, are just two examples of the Aussie sportsmen but we can not forget their team sports either....
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Panoramic Active Images of Malta and Gozo
Golden Bay and Ghajn Tuffieha BayRadisson SAS Golden Sands Resort SpaThe most exclusive five-star resort in Malta, the Radisson SAS Golden Sands Resort Spa is located on the edge of a cliff overlooking the unique Sandy Beach. The average daily room rates off-season are around 200 euros rising to over 400 euros in peak season, so luxury really does come at a high price!Low Cost, Clean and Safety Checked Holiday Apartments in...
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Freedom of UK Public Statistics From Political Pressure
The new UK Statistics Authority comes into existence today (April Fools Day 2008). It is an independent body, with powers and the obligation to promote, improve, and safeguard official statistics across the UK. Its aim is to rebuild public trust in Government statistics.There is a general perception that statistical knowledge is all-too-frequently intentionally misused, by finding ways to interpret the data that are favorable to the presenter. A famous saying attributed to Benjamin Disraeli is, There are three kinds...
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History and Culture of Avignon, City of the Popes
Destinations - European Destinations Written by Passepartout The ancient fortified city of Avignon is a UNESCO World Heritage Site, and has plenty to offer visitors in the way of history, life, youth, art, music and activity. The city is well known for its famous Pont Saint-Béneze (the bridge made famous in the ditty ‘Sur le pont d'Avignon, on y danse, on y danse...'), the Palais des Papes (Palace of the Popes) where the Popes lived for much...
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Chateau Margaux, Premier Grand Cru Classe, 1961 and a 1982 Krug Champagne
Gormless, Spineless Gordon Goes Missing at Windsor Castle Piss Up! The News - Latest Articles Headline Image:http://www.teamusk.com/images/camel-headlines-gormless-back-benched.gifHeadline Text:In television footage, the Queen can be heard saying to Princess Anne: The prime minister got lost. He disappeared the wrong way...(up his own arse?) at the crucial moment. Conservative leader David Cameron and Liberal Democrat leader Nick Clegg were also at the banquet in St George's Hall at Windsor Castle. The prime minister and French President were among 150 guests...
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Public Relations Bundle of Three Free Articles
Three very informative articles covering different aspects of public relations. These articles are free for reprint or distribution providing the authors resource information and links remain intact.The First Great PR ManARTICLE SUMMARY: PT Barnum (born Phineas Taylor Barnum) is best known for being a great showman who staged elaborate extravaganzas through his world-famous Ringling Brothers and Barnum and Bailey Circus, a top attraction during the latter-1800s.Seven Great PR Tips for Winning Press CoverageARTICLE SUMMARY: Reporters are always looking for compelling...
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Stupid Prime (almost) Minister Waiting to Takeover?
What's New... Well, a very Stupid Prime (almost) Minister (SPaM) is waiting to takeover. A relatively small event has the power to tell a bigger truth about a politician...Bike menace David Cameron (weak leader of the Conservative Party) faces a humiliating lecture from police over his hazardous cycling after the UK based Daily Mirror filmed him riding to work and breaking 4 road laws along the way.Police branded him a very stupid fellow . Tory binger and bungler Boris...
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Raising Capital, Getting a Loan or Mortgage in the UK
Need a loan? Apply for a loan online with 1st4Capital and you could reduce your monthly credit repayments. You can borrow from £3,000 to £100,000 for any reason, AND no matter what your circumstances, we will search the market to find the best loan for you, with a fast and friendly service. Homeowner loan NON homeowner loan Loan FAQ's Mortgages Standard MortgageAdverse CreditRemortgaging Buy to Let MortgageFirst Time BuyersRight to BuySelf Build Home improvementsSavings Bank AccountsSavings AccountsISAs Best Buys...
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The Ancient Oaks of Sherwood
Most visitors to the Sherwood Forest Visitor Centre at Edwinstowe take the short walk through the ancient oaks and birches of Birklands to visit the Major Oak - one of the most famous trees in England. A tourist attraction since Victorian times, currently over 800,000 people from all over the world visit it each year. Legend has it that this massive tree, whose trunk is 33 feet (10m) in circumference and whose branches spread over 92 feet (28m), once gave...
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The Royal Hunting Forest of Sherwood
In the forests are the secret places of the kings and their great delight. To them they go for hunting, having put off their cares . This late 12th century description of the royal hunting forests of England by Roger FitzNigel neatly explains their main purpose - as a playground set aside for the pleasure of medieval kings, princes and their lords.Today's visitors still go there to 'put off their cares'. But the Sherwood Forest which Robin Hood might...
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A Short Break in Malta - Day 4
Day Trip to Ta' Kola Windmill, Xaghra, Gozo Destinations - European DestinationsWritten by The Laughing Camel 360 degree panoramic image showing the Ta' Kola Windmill, Gozo, Malta. It was a VERY hot and sunny day. However, I used my home-made pano head and using the backup Pantax camera to take 12 shots around a 360 degree panoramic view.The tripod was setup in the shade of a small palm tree in the quiet village square garden...
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