https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/millions-of-cat-owners-face-500-fine-if-they-don-t-microchip-pets/ar-BB1nW6ZR?ocid=msedgntphdr&cvid=54e453aeee4344c6bc059fbd55afa3cd&ei=64

Kicked off with a mass parachute jump on Sunday.

https://www.msn.com/en-za/news/other/parachute-drop-marks-80th-anniversary-of-d-day-in-normandy/ar-BB1nuiOB?ocid=BingNewsSearch

May 2024's average mean UK temperature of 13.1C (55.5F) beat 2008's previous record figure of 12.1C in a series which dates back to 1884, making the month the warmest on record.

This was because it was cloudy most nights and the temperature didn't drop much.

"Lies, damn lies, and statistics."
[Mark Twain]

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c2eeg9gygyno I don't actually know what blood type I am . . .

“It was miraculous.

It was almost no trick at all, he saw, to turn vice into virtue and slander into truth, impotence into abstinence, arrogance into humility, plunder into philanthropy, thievery into honor, blasphemy into wisdom, brutality into patriotism, and sadism into justice.

Anybody could do it; it required no brains at all.

It merely required no character.”

Joseph Heller, Catch-22

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cn00kpppydyo

By chance I listened to a TV discussion. --- Not only have the Supermarkets reduced the weight on products but “changed” some of the ingredients.
Example: Olive oil margarine less olive oil more cheaper oils --- Heinz baked beans less beans more tomato juice to make up the weight.
Advice “do not buy change product” How can we change if like me did not even know or remembered the ingredients from products previous --just thinking does not taste the same. as was the comments from people interviewed.
At one time there were lots of consumer programs pointing out changes, have not seen any lately on TV Did they receive backhanders not to advertise?
Would be nice to know if you mention in commend if you were aware if the situation and if you know of products where ingredients have changed.

https://www.standard.co.uk/news/uk/mark-rowley-londoners-britain-london-home-office-b1161959.html

Who’d want to join to spend so much time on protestors

https://amp.theguardian.com/world/article/2024/jun/07/us-coast-guard-shootout-cocaine

Just what we don't need

In the leaders debate Keir Starmer said, "I don't use private healthcare, I only use the NHS". And said something about his wife being a nurse.
You all know I like watching a bit of GBNews because on most of the programmes you do get a balanced debate even if most of the presenters are to the right politically. But last night on the Patrick Christys show one of the panellists was making some pathetic statements to prove that Keir Starmer does go private.
The guy named Mark Littlewood from the Popular Conservatives said "has Starmer never bought medicines over the counter at a pharmacy? Has he never paid £7 for a packet of paracetemols? That is private healthcare. He is lying to say he only uses the NHS".
Rebecca Reid, the lefty on the panel, hit back by saying "who would pay £7 for paracetemol, they are 42p. And that the questions in the debate were about hospital in-patient healthcare. That he (Mark Littlewood) was trying to create a scenario to prove Keir Starmer was lying".

https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/the-playful-baby-who-loved-milkshake-and-peter-rabbit-killed-by-his-trusted-childminder/ar-BB1nQuL5?ocid=msedgntphdr&cvid=3c26de2cd63e4d1cbd2fe8b4fc253caf&ei=51

I just signed the petition "Contaminated blood scandal: make drug companies pay!" and wanted to ask if you could add your name too.


https://you.38degrees.org.uk/petitions/contaminated-blood-scandal-make-drug-companies-pay?share=3782d2ba-7f01-428c-ae2a-17652187301f&source=&utm_campaign=blast45501&utm_medium=socialshare&utm_source=

https://www.dailymail.co.uk/tvshowbiz/article-13503729/Nick-Cannon-10M-insurance-policy-TESTICLES.html

This piece is more than three months old, says the Guardian, but I don’t imagine things have improved. https://www.theguardian.com/society/2024/feb/25/they-bite-they-hit-they-spit-patients-assault-staff-at-nottingham-hospital I suspect that people spending hour after hour watching onscreen vileness and violence is to blame - they begin to lose touch with what most people would regard as normal life. The people who do that don’t tend to be among the brightest to start off with.

https://amp.theguardian.com/business/article/2024/jun/01/more-than-my-weekly-wages-londons-paddington-attraction-and-the-growing-cost-of-kids-days-out

The Conservatives won't know whether to cheer because it will distract from their disastrous election campaign or cry because it will cost them votes.

https://news.sky.com/story/nigel-farage-says-he-will-stand-in-general-election-13147196

Call for evidence

https://www.equalityhumanrights.com/our-work/inquiries-and-investigations/investigation-and-assessment-secretary-state-work-and

I just came across this keep-fit person on youtube and was so relieved to see a down-to-earth elderly northerner instead of someone glowing and groomed - I thought others here might like her and her advice. https://www.youtube.com/live/_CyZlQwmHxg I can imagine she might become irritating but am posting her now in case I forget . . .

Found this on my GP's website

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c722j41jyk1o.amp

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cnkkqyek17zo

Let’s hope that he actually gets a decent sentence . It’s not just about the phones he stole it’s also the danger he was causing

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cd116nk2p30o.amp

All related. Mother has never been found.
https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/c5115e7k2eno

Boeing's Starliner, carrying astronauts Barry Wilmore and Suni Williams, successfully launched into space from Cape Canaveral Space Force Station on June 5. This marks a significant milestone in NASA's commercial crew program after two decades of planning.

Wilmore and Williams, both experienced astronauts and former U.S.

Navy test pilots, will spend approximately eight days at the International Space Station, conducting various tests to certify the Starliner for operational crew missions.

The spacecraft is scheduled to rendezvous with the ISS on June 6.

https://www.space.com/boeing-starliner-crew-flight-test-launch

Gail is terminating her life in Corrie after 50 years, but Ken Barlow is staying on at 91.

https://www.msn.com/en-gb/entertainment/tv/coronation-street-legend-lands-new-deal-set-to-break-william-roaches-record/ar-BB1nAMYI?ocid=BingNewsSerp

https://www.theguardian.com/wellness/article/2024/jun/04/what-is-spf-how-much-sunscreen-should-i-apply Maybe everyone else already knows everything here, but there are several facts that I was unaware of.

From HMS Victory - Trafalgar 1805 to This

https://www.msn.com/en-gb/video/webcontent/web-content/vi-GgCgGKxiKXEUiA?vid=0kXgUIMfeEw&provider=yt&ocid=msedgntp&pc=U531&cvid=2088dd1cd6da43dea1f54508d0fd223c&ei=95

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/ceq33z0gxj4o

Due to soaring shipping costs and trade route disruptions caused by attacks on vessels in the Red Sea, European retailers are expediting their Christmas orders.

The surge in shipping prices, particularly for large items, is anticipated to impact the cost of white goods and other big-ticket items.

Retailers are planning and booking shipments well in advance to ensure timely deliveries, potentially affecting cash flow and warehouse space.

The spot rate for immediate delivery of goods has increased significantly, impacting low-margin items like furniture and kitchen appliances.

Consequently, consumers can expect notable price increases for these items in the coming months.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cqee78djzmro

A BBC team questioned Jane MacLeod, former Post Office general counsel, about her absence at a crucial inquiry into the Post Office Horizon IT scandal.

MacLeod declined to comment.

Jo Hamilton, a wrongly convicted former sub-postmaster, expressed disappointment, suggesting MacLeod's presence would demonstrate her commitment to helping the inquiry.

Despite being deemed an important witness, MacLeod chose not to provide oral evidence, citing her written statement as sufficient.

Sir Wyn Williams, the inquiry chair, emphasized MacLeod's significance but acknowledged limitations in compelling her attendance due to her residing abroad.

MacLeod expressed regret for the adverse outcomes faced by sub-postmasters during her tenure and acknowledged the implications of her decisions.

Former Post Office boss Paula Vennells named MacLeod as a trusted senior executive, raising questions about the Post Office's handling of the court case against sub-postmasters.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/czdd33qd1j0o

I am wondering at the cost of Wandsworths new food waste collection, and what they do with it??

The jury has found former US President Donald Trump GUILTY of falsifying business records to conceal a hush-money payment made to former porn star Stormy Daniels.

He becomes the first former president to be convicted of a crime.

This is for the first count of the 34 charges in total. There are more verdicts to come.

Source: BBC

https://visitbarrow.org.uk/dave-day/

A great way of remembering the wonderful Dave Myers of Hairy Biker fame

...if he doesn't move from the Royal Lodge to Frogmore Cottage.

Andrew's continued stay at the 30-room mansion strains the King's patience.

Despite lacking a known income source, Andrew remains at the Royal Lodge with his ex-wife Sarah.

The King suggests Frogmore Cottage as a suitable alternative, offering security and proximity to Windsor Castle.

Andrew's reluctance to recognise the situation may prompt the King to reassess his support.

Andrew moved into the Royal Lodge in 2004 but reportedly struggles to afford its upkeep.

https://www.standard.co.uk/news/royals/king-charles-threatens-andrew-refuses-leave-home-b1161475.html

I've just read about it, the poor chap was only 41, how sad.

https://www.google.com/url?sa=i&url=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.highline179.tirol%2Fen%2F&psig=AOvVaw2pE5EF5lwCF-VRXpQHdLfh&ust=1717377587709000&source=images&cd=vfe&opi=89978449&ved=0CBIQjRxqFwoTCOD_xMXgu4YDFQAAAAAdAAAAABAE

Yet again a member has literally disappeared in front of our very eyes from the Current Affairs group taking all their content with them, as the last three did.

They have to do this themselves as the moderator does not know how to remove them or their comments no matter how threatening, malicious or spiteful they are.

Bye bye Albert2, Babs, Sylv and Eliza

Promises promises 😳

All a bit late now

https://news.sky.com/story/tories-pledge-20m-for-30-towns-as-labour-embarks-on-power-up-bus-tour-13146228

From football to Racism it seems everyone was out protesting or trying to go somewhere they shouldn’t

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cpdd27jem92o.amp

No small wonder the police do not have the manpower to concentrate on day to day crime.

Media mogul Rupert Murdoch, 93, married retired molecular biologist Elena Zhukova, 67, in a ceremony at his Californian vineyard after a few months of dating.

The couple posed for photos and couldn't stop smiling after the ceremony.

Murdoch, who has a net worth of $21.7 billion, met Zhukova through his third wife, Wendi Deng.

He has six children from previous marriages.

The ceremony was attended by guests including New England Patriots owner Robert Kraft and his wife Dana Blumberg, as well as News Corp chief executive Robert Thompson.

https://metro.co.uk/2024/06/02/rupert-murdoch-93-marries-fifth-wife-elena-zhukova-67-20955740/?ico=mosaic_home

while on a zoom call to the court to answer a charge of driving without a licence.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=e8XcQ20Pb-8

I am so pleased that somebody has the intelligence to tell this little mentally disturbed runt the potential result of his threats.

https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/other/russia-will-be-turned-into-cinders-putin-sent-dire-warning-over-nuclear-war-with-nato/ar-BB1ntnRE?ocid=BingNewsSerp

https://www.msn.com/en-gb/news/uknews/pigeons-and-parachuting-dog-decorated-as-d-day-heroes/ar-BB1nrYYK?ocid=msedgntp&pc=U531&cvid=85de1c33190b452599d858cf8d12741d&ei=66

https://news.sky.com/story/japan-holes-found-in-huge-black-screen-put-up-to-stop-tourists-taking-photos-of-mount-fuji-13144531

Cannot believe that in this day and age that wearing underwear in the garden would offend so many people...admittedly it wasn't my garden or underwear...but still

The ANC is about to be deposed after 25 years - main problems very high unemployment and awful electricity supply.

Opportunity knocks.

Is this country able to offer expertise and committment to build the power infrastructure required and thus go some way to solve the unemployment problems?

Any bets the Chinese and Russians are there already staking their claims?

The New York Times, owner of the popular word game Wordle, is taking legal action against a geography-based spinoff called Worldle for allegedly causing confusion and capitalising on Wordle's success.

Worldle's creator, Kory McDonald, intends to defend himself by highlighting the existence of numerous other games with similar names.

Wordle, created by Josh Wardle in 2021, gained immense popularity, reaching millions of players worldwide, while Worldle has a smaller player base of around 100,000 monthly users.

Despite the legal challenge, McDonald remains optimistic and expresses surprise at the situation, stating that he is prepared to change the name if necessary.

https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/articles/cjrr5ee5zv8o