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Daly Bread: On the bright side: gleaning hope from the steelband movement 08 Sep 2019 17:45 Wired 868 When our politicians fail us, rather than responding on the issues, they commonly pursue attacks on critics and angry dismissals of so-called negativity. They are however so blinded by their own rhetoric and the flattery of their satellites that they do …
Daly Bread: The acclamation of words; why we don’t need foreign experts to fight crime 02 Sep 2019 00:10 Wired 868 As violent crime continues to overwhelm us, I noted last week the prime minister’s apparent adoption of the concept of violence as ‘a public health issue’ and his intention (unnecessarily as we shall see) to seek the assistance of a foreign expert on the …
Notting Hill carnival can unite divided country, organisers say 24 Aug 2019 06:51 The Guardian The Notting Hill carnival is the ideal way to bring together a divided country and remember those who have been caught up in the Windrush scandal, its organisers have said. Matthew Phillip, the carnival’s executive director, said the event – which takes …
‘Pan and Powder’ fills ‘Trini’ streets 23 Aug 2019 08:22 Guyana Chronicle – Guyana’s National Steel Orchestra stuns crowd THE street steelpan parade dubbed “Pan and Powder” filled the streets of Trinidad on Wednesday night as thousands enjoyed Trinidad’s national instrument. The front row of players of the National Steel …
Daly Bread: From Bolsonaro to Griffith, are we tackling crime from the wrong end? 12 Aug 2019 00:54 Wired 868 Approximately one year ago, shortly after his appointment, Commissioner of Police, Gary Griffith likened the criminal elements to ‘cockroaches’ and added that those cockroaches should be ‘crushed’. The Commissioner has company. The following report …
The Traceys- An intergenerational story of African music In Africa 01 Aug 2019 08:30 Africa News There are striking parallels between Hugh and Andrew’s work and that of the Lomax family in the US. John Lomax was an ethnomusicologist who did numerous field recordings of blues, cowboy, folk and chain-gang music. John and his son Alan began recording in …
New Dimension dedicates Pan Xpression win to fallen comrade 08 Jul 2019 19:17 Now Grenada by Curlan Campbell, NOW Grenada Pan Xpression (Bomb Tune) win dedicated to Adrina Byam Defending arranger Cordel Byam described moment as bittersweet New Dimension Steel Orchestra dedicated their Pan Xpression (Bomb Tune) win to Adrina Byam, a long- …
The Lauderhill Steel Ensemble, Miami Carnival 2018 Panorama Steelband of the Year 20 Jun 2019 17:10 National Weekly In celebration of Black Music Month tribute is being paid to steelpan music, a genre of black music, and The Lauderhill Steel Ensemble, Miami Carnival’s 2018 Panorama, Steelband of the Year. The Lauderhill Steel Ensemble (LSE) had its beginnings in 2003 …
The Lauderhill Steel Ensemble, Miami Carnival 2018 Panorama Steelband of the Year 12 Jun 2019 09:33 South Florida Caribbean News Black Music Month Spotlight: Steelpan & The Lauderhill Steel Ensemble SOUTH FLORIDA – In celebration of Black Music Month we pay tribute to steelpan music a genre of black music and The Lauderhill Steel Ensemble, Miami Carnival’s 2018 Panorama …
Demming: People are our only resource! Petrotrin axing and vague plans haunt T&T 26 May 2019 18:05 Wired 868 I drove past the Petrotrin refinery one night and felt the stillness that darkness provides. In my imagination, I saw the stare of thousands of eyes from the darkness. It is now six months since Petrotrin chairman Wilfred Espinet wielded his axe, with the …
Recording of June 2019: Carnival: The Sound of a People, Vol 1 17 May 2019 22:18 Stereophile Magazine Etienne Charles: Carnival: The Sound of a People, Vol 1 Etienne Charles, trumpet, percussion; Brian Hogans, Godwin Louis, alto saxophone; David Sánchez, tenor saxophone; Sullivan Fortner, James Francies, piano, Fender Rhodes; Alex Wintz, guitar; Luques …

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Monkeys slaughtered in cruel bushmeat trade then smuggled into UK 15 Sep 2019 21:14 Mirror Kept behind bars in this tiny cage for the first year of his life after his mother and family were shot, this chimpanzee is one of the tragic victims of a bushmeat trade being fuelled by UK demand. Wild animals have been hunted by rural communities in …
How much does a wedding cost in the UK? This is how much cash newlyweds splashed this year 10 Sep 2019 08:00 Manchester Evening News Everybody loves a good wedding but what people love more is finding out just how much the wedding cost. Although a very intimate day, the months and even years of planning ahead of the big day is shared with anyone who dares ask; from how much the venue …
‘Big and bold’ Abba exhibition revisits 70s UK and nul points 10 Sep 2019 05:08 The Guardian It became an instant hit and helped propel four unknown Swedes to superstardom, but the opinion of the British jury at the Eurovision song contest in 1974 was a less enthusiastic “nul points”. The British vote proved irrelevant. Everybody else seemed to …
Minister quits UK government over Brexit policy 08 Sep 2019 06:10 BBC Image copyright Daniel Leal-Olivas/Getty Images Amber Rudd has quit the cabinet and surrendered the Conservative whip saying she cannot "stand by" while "moderate Conservatives are expelled". The work and pensions secretary said she …
Senior UK minister resigns from government 07 Sep 2019 20:52 BBC Image copyright Daniel Leal-Olivas/Getty Images Amber Rudd has quit the cabinet and Conservative Party saying she cannot "stand by" while "loyal moderate Conservatives are expelled". The work and pensions secretary said she no …
Four weddings, four babies, one pair of lost knickers: celebrating 10 years of Blind date 31 Aug 2019 05:37 The Guardian Did Saturdays even exist before the Blind date column? Not as far as I’m concerned. The start of the weekend was a joyless desert until, in 2009, Weekend magazine started sending two hapless (my words) strangers out for dinner in the hope that three …
Hugh Grant Skewers “Bath Toy” UK PM Boris Johnson Over Brexit Suspension Of Parliament - Deadline 29 Aug 2019 07:10 Google Up for his first Emmy nomination for playing a murderous Member of Parliament in A Very English Scandal, Hugh Grant today took a killer aim at perpetually ruffled UK Prime Minister Boris Johnson over the move to suspend the House of Commons and slide in a …
Queen's staff receive '4% pay rise to reward hard work during royal weddings and Trump visit' 27 Aug 2019 11:40 Charleston Daily Mail Queen's staff are 'cock-a-hoop' after receiving a pay rise and extra holiday to reward their hard work at the recent royal weddings and US State Visit, a source claims Staff rewarded for efforts during weddings of Prince Harry and Princess …
Airline punctuality at UK airports nosedives, finds Which? 25 Aug 2019 23:51 The Observer Airline punctuality at Britain’s airports has plummeted, with the number of hour-long delays on Ryanair and Easyjet flights doubling in the last five years, according to research by Which?. It named Stansted as the UK’s worst airport for delays, with 10% …
Will you marry us, mate? Why couples are choosing friends to conduct their weddings 23 Aug 2019 11:33 The Guardian My partner hated the idea of having a wedding, until we went to one that changed his mind. There was no church, no patriarchal cliches, no stiff sense of formality. My best friend stood with her husband and his uncle – their celebrant – as he married them …
The British are coming: UK actors take over prime-time shows 21 Aug 2019 03:19 NYPOST British actors on TV are usually relegated to the comfy period piece (“Downton Abbey”) or prestige costume drama with top names (“The Crown”). Not anymore. They’ve been stealing roles and awards from their American peers for years now on television, …

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61 sumptuous afternoon teas in Surrey and Hampshire 17 Sep 2019 20:36 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 17 Sep 2019 20:36 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 17 Sep 2019 20:36 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 17 Sep 2019 20:36 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 …
21 of the best places to drink Champagne in Surrey including hidden gems 15 Aug 2019 05:18 Get Surrey There's nothing quite like raising a glass of Champagne to toast a special occasion. Whether you're celebrating exam results, a birthday, new job, engagement or Valentine's Day, we have put together a list of places where you can enjoy a glass …
Consider fostering a pet in need 08 Aug 2019 04:09 Examiner.net By Gisele GambleSpecial to The Examiner Wednesday Aug 7, 2019 at 2:55 PM Animals Best Friends is looking for foster homes for its rescues. Animals that live in foster homes before they are adopted into their forever homes adapt to their permanent homes …
We tried Surrey's best place for afternoon tea and this is what it was like 20 Jul 2019 17:02 Get Surrey *Save for the weekend* Not that I need an excuse to indulge in cake, but Afternoon Tea Week returns on August 12-18 so I decided to try Surrey's best rated spot for tea and scones. I had the pleasure of tucking into all of my favourite foods with …
The 10 best restaurants with a view in Surrey according to TripAdvisor 06 Jul 2019 10:13 Get Surrey A restaurant with a view can elevate your dining experience and there are some spots in Surrey that certainly have the wow-factor. From riverside locations to grand hotel destinations, diners are spoilt for choice when it comes to choosing somewhere …
Surrey's 10 best family friendly hotels in 2019 according to TripAdvisor 15 Jun 2019 05:55 Get Surrey As we approach the school summer holidays, some parents might be considering a staycation rather than jetting off abroad. After all, navigating airports and sitting on long flights with little ones in tow can be stressful rather than relaxing. But trying …
Michelin starred restaurant The Tudor Room appoints new head chef - what to expect 04 Jun 2019 00:33 Get Surrey Located in a gorgeous five star hotel, The Tudor Room in Egham is one of Surrey's four Michelin starred restaurants. Open just four days a week and with only 24 covers, anyone wanting to experience the exclusive dining room inside the historic Great …
Surrey's 10 best vegetarian friendly restaurants in 2019 according to TripAdvisor 12 May 2019 23:28 Get Surrey Eating out if you are vegetarian or vegan has become much easier than it ever used to be. Pubs, cafés, restaurants and even bakeries have introduced far more meat-free options to its menus over the past couple of years as more and more people adopt a plant …