The next day I took an e-bike over the Tongue Causeway, along the coast to Skinnet Beach. I cycled through clouds, then sat drenched on a bench looking down at the sand and water below, in the direction of the Faroe Islands. Here is a dramatic, painterly landscape that reminds you the Scottish Highlands have...
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UK won’t challenge ICC arrest warrant request for Netanyahu, Gallant
New Labour government says it will not pursue questions on International Criminal Court’s jurisdiction. The United Kingdom has said it will not proceed with efforts to question whether the International Criminal Court (ICC) has jurisdiction to issue arrest warrants for Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu and Defense Minister Yoav Gallant. “On the ICC submission …...
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How ‘God’s waiting room’ Eastbourne got a new lease of life
Rebecca Maer, who runs the Eastbourne Reporter, says the town is a great place to live, but has its challenges. “It is, unfortunately, highly car dependent for a town just five miles across, with parking permitted almost everywhere and few bus lanes. Extraordinarily, cycling is still banned along much of the seafront,” she says. “With...
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Osaka, Djokovic, Alcaraz all going for tennis gold at Paris Olympics 2024
Tennis will be one of the most highly anticipated Olympic events at Paris 2024, with a superstar cast of players targeting gold. From stars new to old, the competition will be fierce in both the men’s and women’s tournaments. Here are five of the top contenders for gold at the Paris Olympics 2024: Carlos Alcaraz...
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Iceland Boosts International Tourism industry with Visa Free Travel Access to 150 countries including US, Brazil and UK – Travel And Tour World
Home » EUROPE » Iceland Boosts International Tourism industry with Visa Free Travel Access to 150 countries including US, Brazil and UK Tuesday, July 23, 2024 Reading Time: 5 minutes In Iceland’s stunning and rugged terrains, where geysers erupt and glaciers glisten under the Midnight Sun, a distinct group of adventurers embarks on global journeys....
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Why the rest of the world doesn’t want to visit Britain
Travelling in both directions between the EU and the UK is about to get more bureaucratic and more costly. Both the UK and EU are implementing new border regimes to tighten up on security but which will impact travellers. For inbound non-visa nationals they will need to apply for an ETA before travel at a...
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777 Partners’ London Lions Basketball Team Faces Closure by Creditors
(Bloomberg) — A London basketball team owned by beleaguered investment firm 777 Partners risks closure in a legal action supported by a slew of creditors. The London Lions, a basketball club that 777 purchased in 2020, is facing a winding-up petition from one of its clothing suppliers, a court heard on Wednesday. AB Realisations 2023...
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Cooper Connolly earns maiden Australian call-up for white-ball tour of the United Kingdom
Australia has announced its squad for the upcoming white-ball tour of the United Kingdom, with West Australian young gun Cooper Connolly earning his maiden international call-up. On Monday afternoon, Cricket Australia unveiled its touring party for September’s tour of Scotland and England, which features three T20Is against Scotland in Edinburgh along with three T20Is and...
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‘A dream’: Red-hot Alcaraz thumps Djokovic for second Wimbledon title
Defending champion Carlos Alcaraz swept aside seven-time Wimbledon winner Novak Djokovic in a stunning 6-2,6-2,7-6 (7-4) win. Wimbledon, United Kingdom – If there were any doubts about Carlos Alcaraz’s pedigree as a tennis great in the making, the 21-year-old swept them aside with a crushing straight-sets win over Novak Djokovic in the men’s singles final...
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How UK SMBs Can Prepare for 5G Rollout
With many UK businesses prioritising digitisation, a strong network connection is becoming a key driver of the nation’s economy. This is why the UK government has invested £40 million in extending 5G coverage to all populated areas of the nation by 2030. A reliable network connection is arguably most crucial for small and medium businesses....
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Air Dolomiti Budget Paris Olympic Trip from Major European Cities Including Italy, Germany, United Kingdom – Travel And Tour World
Home » AIRLINE NEWS » Air Dolomiti Budget Paris Olympic Trip from Major European Cities Including Italy, Germany, United Kingdom Thursday, July 11, 2024 Reading Time: 12 minutes The Paris Olympics 2024 are fast approaching, and fans across Europe are eagerly planning their trips to the iconic city. Traveling on a budget is a top...
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UK police find suspect after wife, daughters of BBC journalist killed
Police say that suspect is located and receiving medical treatment for his injuries and that police did not fire any shots. British police say they have found the man suspected of killing the wife and two daughters of a well-known BBC radio commentator near London in an attack involving a crossbow. Hertfordshire Police said in...