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Falklands MLA Spink present at the Joint Ministerial Council in London with other OTs democratically elected
MercoPress
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Tuesday, November 19th 2024 - 08:32 UTC A family picture of the OTs Representatives currently in London for the JMC Roger Spink, member of the democratically elected Legislative Assembly from the Falkland Islands, is taking part in the annual...
During WWII, Peter To Rot Chose Martyrdom Over Polygamy and Silence
National Catholic Register
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July 7, 2025
SAINTS & ART: When Japanese forces outlawed Christian worship and promoted polygamy in Papua New Guinea, a young lay catechist refused to abandon the faith. One of the problems in talking about art in relation to modern saints like Peter To Rot...
Falklands’ avian flu, Government support for those emotionally affected by the situation
MercoPress
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Saturday, November 16th 2024 - 10:47 UTC Support is available to help you navigate any concerns or emotional challenges you may be facing. As we continue to monitor the situation regarding the rise of bird flu in the Falkland Islands, we...
New road works and closures, licenses, and planning applications in your area
Liverpool Echo
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July 7, 2025
Councils across the Liverpool City Region have issued a list of public notices in the past seven days. These are important documents which act as a public record of key decisions in the city region and keep citizens across the local authority...
FBI drops Prince Andrew probe over Jeffrey Epstein ties in major update
GB News
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July 7, 2025
The FBI has officially dropped its investigation into the Duke of York's links to the late paedophile, Jeffrey Epstein, GB News can confirm. This means charges will not be brought against the King's younger brother or any other high-profile figure...
Readers’ views: ‘Square root of zero letters of support for longer pedestrianisation’
Newbury News
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July 7, 2025
Please tell us benefits of pedestrianisation I have lost count of the number of letters to this newspaper from Newbury residents who object to the recent extension of pedestrianisation of the town centre. It certainly goes into double figures, and...
Looking back at major stories we have covered in last decade as we mark anniversary
Bury Times
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July 7, 2025
It allows us to share, highlight and examine how matters of great national import relate to, affect and impact our loyal readers. Today we celebrate our 170th birthday and to mark the milestone we are looking back at some of our most notable...
Falkland Islands RPI indicates period of deflation
Penguin News
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November 1, 2024
A DROP in the Falkland Islands Retail Price Index (RPI) for the year Q3 2023 to Q3 2024 was reported by Economist Andy Wu in Standing Finance Committee on Wednesday. The decrease of 0.1% has resulted in the lowest rate of inflation since Q1 of...
IN PICTURES: 'Record fundraising' beer festival in York
The Press
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The hugely popular Merchant Adventurers’ Charity Beer Festival returned for a third year in the stunning Merchant Adventurers’ Hall on Friday and Saturday July 4 and 5. Throughout the festival weekend, the 668-year-old Merchant Adventurers’ Great...
'Life-changing' armed forces service withdrawn from Nottingham hospitals
Nottingham Evening Post
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January 13, 2025
A "life-changing" service which supported the military community has been withdrawn from hospitals in Nottingham due to a shortage of funding. The Defence Medical Welfare Service (DMWS) said it was "sad" to leave Nottingham University Hospitals...
Jam-packed beach part of life in 'lovely' Dorset village
Bridport and Lyme Regis News
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People will be able to get an insight to life in Charmouth since the Second World War with an upcoming exhibition, book and talk. Neil Mattingly will provide the insight at the Charmouth Local History Society event with an exhibition and talk at...
Minerals, memory & mutual respect: Modi’s Argentina visit and the deepening of civilisational diplomacy
ETGovernment
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July 6, 2025
PM Modi near the statue of José de San Martin in Buenos Aires. Image Credits: Prime Minister’s Office IndiaPrime Minister Narendra Modi recently concluded his official visit to Argentina—a country geographically distant from India, yet...
Falklands Fidelis 2 emergency medical evacuation exercise
MercoPress
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Tuesday, September 17th 2024 - 07:31 UTC The Exercise was an opportunity for the multi-agency team to train and develop skills in a controlled environment in preparation to support the MEDEVAC chain Each year there are about 5-7 aero-medical...
How The Apprentice creator Mark Burnett went from east London to Donald Trump's inner circle (via the Falklands) - as British TV producer who kickstarted the incoming president's reality career is chosen as his special envoy to the UK
Daily Mail
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December 22, 2024
Donald Trump's new choice of special envoy to the UK is making a return of sorts to his roots - having grown up in east London before fighting for Britain in the Falklands. TV producer Mark Burnett is the son of parents who both worked in motor...
Murder mystery play which will have audiences gripped takes to the stage tonight
The Bolton News
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'The Proof of the Poison' by Falkland L. Cary and Philip Weathers will be acted out by the talented members of St Vincent’s Dramatics Society. And audiences can be sure of a well-plotted whodunnit. But what’s it about? The play starts with the...
Falklands to attend Lib-Dem, Labour and Conservative parties conventions
MercoPress
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Friday, September 6th 2024 - 09:29 UTC The FIG delegation includes MLAs Leona Roberts and Mark Pollard, alongside FIGO London Representative, Richard Hyslop and Deputy Michael Betts. A delegation from the Falkland Islands Government will be...
Falklands delegation at Expo-Prado strengthens relations with Uruguay
MercoPress
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Friday, September 6th 2024 - 09:19 UTC The agricultural section of the Falklands delegation have already visited research centers in Uruguay that specialize in sheep and cattle breeding. The Falkland Islands Government are pleased to announce the...
Falkland Islands warning as deadly virus spreading to region - scientists monitor issue
Daily Express
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September 4, 2024
Bird flu has been detected in the Falkland Islands, as the deadly virus - which has killed over 280 million birds since 2021 - continues to spread. This week, the full results of extensive field sampling and diagnostic testing by UK scientists in...
Inside Miranda Hart's life – mystery health battle, secret husband and real name
Daily Star
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December 14, 2024
Miranda Hart is a household name, but the comedian and actress has faced a number of personal battles over the years, from her father's harrowing experience to her own health issues Miranda Hart performs Mama Mia medley in GreeceMiranda Hart, the...
Falklands/Brize Norton airbridge flights fully booked; recommendations for challenging September
MercoPress
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Wednesday, September 4th 2024 - 09:53 UTC Mount Pleasant Complex International Airport The Falkland Islands Government with the UK Ministry of Defense is working on bookings and waiting lists for the airbridge, during the month of September and...