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- Steel bands, COVID and concerns about violence: It’s Labor Day in Brooklyn 04 Sep 2020 16:15 MarketWatch Some New York activities can be performed at a nice, quiet, safe distance. Strolling the Brooklyn Heights Promenade. Riding on a mostly empty city bus. But standing outside while the late-summer sun bears down on Eastern Parkway and the sound of a steel- …
- Lincoln Crawford obituary 11 Aug 2020 20:29 The Guardian Lincoln Crawford, who has died aged 75, was a trailblazer for black barristers. He also contributed to an extraordinary range of public and voluntary bodies, in which his driving force was racial justice and the bringing of ethnic minorities into the …
- Grouping of CSOs joins nation in expressing condolences 23 Jul 2020 21:49 Now Grenada The events of the last 7 days have left the country saddened. The Grouping of Civil Society Organisations (Grouping of CSOs) joins the nation in expressing condolences. David “Peck” Edwards, Cultural Ambassador: It is with deep sadness that the Grouping of …
- A tribute to David “Peck” Edwards 21 Jul 2020 01:26 Now Grenada The National Democratic Congress deeply mourns the passing of one of our country’s foremost cultural icons, David ‘Peck’ Edwards. We in the NDC see his passing as a tremendous loss to Grenada, since he was definitely a national treasure. He contributed to …
- Sympathy on the passing of David “Peck’’ Edwards 21 Jul 2020 01:26 Now Grenada by Lincoln Depradine A former Grenada Minister of Culture, Arley Gill, has joined the public expressions of sympathy that are being expressed on the passing of musician David “Peck’’ Edwards. “I wish to express condolences to his family and the entire …
- FROM THE ARCHIVES: Major L. Earle Johnson – Nation Builder 25 May 2020 21:00 Dominica News Online Major L. Earle Johnson“We are surrounded by unlimited opportunities for self-education. The real challenge is our personal response to this exposure, and our passion to get ahead in life” Retool or Rust (2007, by Dr. L. Earle Johnson) Major L. Earle …
- Noble: Writers must read too; why Baldeosingh misunderstands Black Power movement 08 May 2020 02:44 Wired 868 Stephen King, the famed writer, once said: “If you want to be a writer, you must do two things above all others, read a lot and write a lot.” It is a pity that several in our community do the second and not the first. But beyond that, book publishing has a …
- Notting Hill Carnival is cancelled but organisers promise 'celebration of Carnival culture and arts' 07 May 2020 13:27 Daily Mail Notting Hill Carnival is cancelled but organisers still promise 'celebration of Carnival culture and arts' for August bank holiday weekend By James Robinson for MailOnline Published: 08:52 EDT, 7 May 2020 | Updated: 09:21 EDT, 7 May 2020 The …
- Antigua shines in panograma competition 06 May 2020 20:20 Daily Observer By Machela Osagboro Antigua’s own Amarni Gomes placed 9thin the first ever panograma event, which saw competitors from all over the region. The winner of the event, Trinidadian pannist, Earl Brooks, topped the table with a performance of Michaels Jackson’ …
- Martin Douglas, Who Set Tone for Steel-Pan Brooklyn, Dies at 71 21 Apr 2020 21:15 The New York Times This obituary is part of a series about people who have died in the coronavirus pandemic. Read about others here. On summer nights in central Brooklyn, the roar of traffic gives way to the twinkle of steel-pan drums as musicians of all ages rehearse, …
- ‘T&T still mecca for pan’; Author Kim Johnson campaigns to reprint work on steelpan 02 Apr 2020 01:36 Wired 868 Author Kim Johnson is on a mission to reprint his 2011 work, The Illustrated Story of Pan. Drawn from more than 600 interviews with pan pioneers, and filled with historical photos, the book documents the history of the steelband movement. Wired868 spoke …
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- ‘They are the necessary heroes’: Love Actually director Richard Curtis on bankers’ starring roles in the climate crisis 18 Sep 2020 22:41 The Independent Richard Curtis, creator of some of the best-loved romantic comedies of all time - Four Weddings and a Funeral, Notting Hill, Bridget Jones's Diary and Love Actually - is back with a new film. This time, there’s little to laugh about. The Bafta winner, …
- Coronavirus: Which areas in UK are now under local lockdown? 18 Sep 2020 22:20 The Independent Since the first 'local lockdown' was imposed at the end of June, the number of areas under extra restrictions has increased amid a surge in coronavirus cases across the UK. These measures - which are placed on top of nationwide regulations such as …
- Fresh curbs in Europe as global COVID cases top 30 million: Live 18 Sep 2020 21:38 Al Jazeera More than 30 million people around the world have been diagnosed with the novel coronavirus and 943,515 have died, according to Johns Hopkins University. Some 20.4 million people have recovered. New Zealand reported no new cases of the coronavirus for the …
- Coronavirus live news: New curbs in Dublin as French cases and deaths jump again 18 Sep 2020 20:15 The Guardian 3.43pm EDT 15:43 London mayor: lockdown "increasingly likely" The mayor of London, Sadiq Khan, said it is “increasingly likely” lockdown restrictions will be required in London, following suit with other parts of the UK. He said: “The prime …
- Coronavirus live news: Iran in grip of 'third wave' of pandemic; Covid-related deaths in France on the rise 18 Sep 2020 17:53 The Guardian 1.48pm EDT 13:48 Authorities in Canada have unveiled a new non-invasive coronavirus test which avoids the need for intrusive nasal swabs, in a development which they hope will making testing easier and more accessible for students as they return to schools …
- Heartbreaking moment vintage £60,000 pink VW camper van is submerged by sea water 18 Sep 2020 16:00 Daily Mail Kitty Orme said it was 'devastating' to watch her pride and joy get swallowed up The 41-year-old uses 1978 iconic motor for her wedding photo shoot business But Ms Orme was unable to move the vehicle in time for the incoming tide when wheels became …
- The best Scottish wedding destinations to get married outdoors during pandemic 18 Sep 2020 13:08 Daily Record With the outbreak of covid and the national lockdown that followed, many couples found that they would have to postpone their big day. However, it seems that Scotland is fast becoming the go to destination for those who simply can't wait. Recent …
- Covid rules: Which areas are under new coronavirus restrictions? 18 Sep 2020 09:12 BBC Image copyright Getty Images Coronavirus restrictions have been tightened in parts of north-east England, including Sunderland and Newcastle. They are the latest areas to see extra measures put in place as cases increase. How many people are under lockdown …
- Coronavirus: North-east England local lockdown begins 18 Sep 2020 00:04 News (South Africa) Image copyright Getty Images New restrictions to halt a rise in coronavirus cases have come into force in north-east England, affecting almost two million people. The temporary measures, which started at midnight, are to tackle "concerning rates of …
- The Most (And Least) Risky Activities For Spreading COVID-19 17 Sep 2020 17:38 HuffPost When it comes to spreading COVID-19, not all activities are created equal. That’s according to a fascinating infographic that’s been shared on social media, charting the riskiest activities that encourage the virus to spread. Club-goers will be sad to see …
- Gabriel Makhlouf: ‘A full second lockdown would be very serious for the economy’ 17 Sep 2020 13:37 Irish Times Gabriel Makhlouf, the Central Bank of Ireland’s governor of 12 months, has not been immune to time taking on a whole new meaning in the world of Covid-19. “Someone asked me the other day, ‘How’s your year as governor been?’ And I said, ‘What, during the …
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- 61 sumptuous afternoon teas in Surrey and Hampshire 19 Sep 2020 06:08 GetSurrey Fancy a spot of tea with freshly baked scones loaded with strawberry jam and thick clotted cream? Surrey and north-east Hampshire is home to some wonderful venues serving exquisite cream teas for a spontaneous or special occassion. Complete with freshly …
- Surrey's 10 most romantic restaurants according to TripAdvisor 19 Sep 2020 06:08 GetSurrey Whether you're looking to book a table for Valentine's Day or planning something special for a loved one, Surrey is not short of fine dining and award-winning restaurants. Complete with candlelights, bubbly and decadent desserts, some restaurants …
- Fine dining eateries, spectacular brasseries and the best pub grub 19 Sep 2020 06:08 GetSurrey With so many fantastic restaurants on our doorstep, it wasn't easy to whittle down our favourites to just 50. From fine dining eateries at spectacular hotels, to hearty, wholesome grub at cosy gastro pubs, us Surrey folk have a lot of choice when it …
- Dozens of Surrey restaurants make it into Harden's best restaurant guide 2017 19 Sep 2020 06:08 GetSurrey Harden's has released it's Best UK Restaurants 2017 guide - and more than a dozen eateries in Surrey feature in it. The book now in its 26th edition, is driven by a survey using reviews from members of the public and lists everything from the best …
- 14 Surrey hotels with swimming pools for a perfect staycation summer break 22 Aug 2020 12:24 SurreyLive Many of us have had to cancel our holidays abroad this year due to the ongoing coronavirus pandemic. While a lot of us are in desperate need of some rest and relaxation, some will find the prospect of hanging around the airport and sitting on a plane …
- Get a Michelin starred meal for £12: FEMAIL reveals top restaurants signed up to Eat Out to Help Out 31 Jul 2020 07:35 Daily Mail Chain restaurants across the country have signed up to Rishi Sunak's Eat Out to Help Out scheme, meaning from Monday diners can bag a bargain meal by getting 50 per cent off their dinner up to £10 at the likes of Nando's, Pizza Express and McDonald …
- Eat Out to Help Out Surrey: List of pubs, restaurants and cafés giving discount 29 Jul 2020 17:41 SurreyLive From Monday (August 3) and for one month only eating out in Surrey will be a little cheaper at the start of each week with the Government's Eat Out to Help Out scheme commencing. Diners are able to receive 50% off - up to £10 per head - their food and …
- 6 best places for afternoon tea in or near Surrey with beautiful gardens 25 Jul 2020 18:39 SurreyLive Many of us have missed going out for a meal and having drinks with friends and family during lockdown. But restaurants, pubs and hotels in Surrey are slowly reopening having been shut for months due to the coronavirus pandemic. For some people, heading out …
- What it's really like to stay at one of Surrey's best-rated hotels post-lockdown 25 Jul 2020 04:31 SurreyLive My holiday abroad has been cancelled and while I don't plan on booking another flight anytime soon, I was interested in staying the night somewhere different to the four walls I've been hibernating in for the last four months. Hotels, bed and …
- Two luxury Surrey hotels to reopen with huge list of safety measures 11 Jun 2020 00:44 SurreyLive Alexander Hotels has announced it will reopen its two luxury Surrey properties this summer. The boutique hotel group that looks after Great Fosters in Egham and Barnett Hill in Guildford anticipates to reopen both sites on July 4. As well as opening the …
- 58 places in Surrey everyone should visit when life is back to normal 18 Apr 2020 06:22 SurreyLive Those few miles around your home you're able to cycle, run or walk while keeping to the current lockdown rules are perhaps getting a little tiresome. While everyone still needs to do their bit to help protect the NHS by only going out for exercise or …
