I wrote about my curacy experience, and when things fall apart in a curacy, in Prospect magazine. I would even come and teach it.”So, I’d begin with George du Maurier’s famous “curate’s egg” cartoon (Punch, November 1895), to break the ice. The bishop knows that the curate has got a bad egg. Instead, he pokes gently at the curate: “I’m afraid you’ve got a bad egg, Mr Jones.” How will Mr Jones answer? A curate’s egg.
Additionally, there was insufficient focus on the necessary measures to deal with a rapidly transmissible disease and inadequate efforts to establish a system for testing, tracing, and isolating infected patients.In her 217-page report, Hallett emphasized the need for the UK to be better prepared for the next pandemic, which could potentially be even more deadly. She warned, "The UK will again face a pandemic that, unless we are better prepared, will bring with it immense suffering and huge financial cost and the most vulnerable in society will suffer the most. "Hallett recommended the development and testing of a new pandemic strategy every three years, with government and political leaders being held accountable for having preparedness and resilience systems in place. She also advocated for the involvement of outside experts to prevent the known problem of groupthink. "Unless the lessons are learned, and fundamental change is implemented, that effort and cost will have been in vain when it comes to the next pandemic.
A haunting new video shows Thomas Crooks, 20, lurking around the grounds in Butler, Pennsylvania, approximately at 5:03 pm. At 5:30 pm, Secret Service agents took a picture of Crooks after he was spotted using a hunting range finder outside the security perimeter. When he's first seen in the video, Crooks is walking in a direction away from the crowd passed a warehouse. At the rally, Crooks caught the attention of local law enforcement while pacing around the grounds before Trump took the stage. Secret Service officials have said their agency is responsible for securing the area within the event's security perimeter.
Zelenskiy was addressing a room packed full of European leaders and defence ministers, who have gathered in Oxfordshire at a pivotal moment for the war in Ukraine. Hours before the Ukrainian president spoke, Ursula von der Leyen issued a similar message in a speech to MEPs. The president of the European Commission said: “Two weeks ago, a European prime minister went to Moscow. “President Zelenskiy, in your struggle to uphold those values, we salute you. “We should not fear these capabilities,” the Ukrainian president said.
Last year Scotland missed out on promotion from the tournament in Kenya after losing to Uruguay in the group stage. Speaking after his side’s win over USA in the final, he said: “We want to be competitive in the Six Nations and in the [World] Championship. No one should be hiding away from that fact.” Certainly, there have been announcements made in the wake of Super Series’ demise that would point to more ‘A’ games, under-19 games and academy matches. “The performance pathway is changing – there is more emphasis on ‘A’ games,” Murray stated. Tough times ahead, but Scotland can now look ahead, with the adrenalin of victory giving them a timely lift.
Man Utd have signed Leny Yoro. Leny Yoro has spoken for the first time after Manchester United confirmed his arrival from Lille in a reported £52million deal. The talented 18-year-old defender has completed a move to United despite rival interest from Real Madrid and Liverpool, becoming the signing signing of the INEOS era. Yoro emerged as one of the world's most exciting young centre-backs last season, attracting heavyweight interest, including from the European champions. He said: "Leny is one of the most exciting young defenders in world football; he possesses every attribute needed to develop into a top-class centre-back.
Ursula von der Leyen, a centre-right German politician, has won a European parliament vote with overwhelming support to stay on as president of the European Commission for a second five-year term. Four hundred and one MEPs voted in favour, 284 against and 15 abstained. In a press conference after the vote she said: 'This sends a strong message of confidence, and I think it’s also recognition for the hard work that we carried out together in the last five years'
As it turns out, a great deal of plastics are thrown away every year, a waste which feels ever growing. Still, as reported by Sci-Tech Daily, there may be help on the way from our good friend, the laser! The research paper from the University of Texas outlines the use of lasers for breaking down tough plastics into their baser components. When the plastics are placed under the right laser light in this scenario, carbon-hydrogen bonds in the plastic are broken and transformed, creating new chemical bonds. Done right, and you can synthesize luminescent carbon dots from the plastic itself!
Mondoweiss U.S. correspondent Michael Arria spoke to JVP Action Political Director Beth Miller about Cori Bush’s record in Congress, Wesley Bell’s politics, and how much AIPAC is spending on the race. Support our workHelp us continue our critical, independent coverage of events in Palestine, Israel, and related U.S. politics. Donate today at https://mondoweiss.net/donateArticles and Links mentioned in the showShare this podcastShare The Mondoweiss Podcast with your followers on Twitter. If you enjoyed this episode, head over to Podchaser, leave us a review, and follow the show! Follow The Mondoweiss Podcast wherever you listenWe want your feedback!
Luckily, Chris Haslam, a journalist at the Times and beach enthusiast, has done the hard graft for you. He visited more than 500 beaches across the entire country in order to discover the best. According to him, the country’s best beach is… the Towans in Hayle, in west Cornwall! Why not plan a trip to one of Time Out’s pick of the best beaches in the country, or this beach which was just named the country's cleanest? Stay in the loop: sign up to our free Time Out UK newsletter for the latest UK news and the best stuff happening across the country
Nelson Mandela: A Tribute to His Unyielding SpiritBlogs HomeNelson Mandela, a symbol of resilience and justice, inspires generations with his enduring fight for human rights. Personal Sacrifice and Unwavering PrinciplesThe personal sacrifices Mandela made throughout his life are a testament to his unyielding spirit. Mandela’s personal writings, speeches, and interviews reveal a man deeply committed to his values. ConclusionNelson Mandela’s unyielding spirit, marked by resilience, forgiveness, and a relentless pursuit of justice, stands as a beacon for humanity. In the words of Nelson Mandela, "It is in your hands to make a better world for all who live in it."
Iron Age hill fort was six times bigger than thoughtArchaeologists believe the hill fort may have been downsized at some pointAn Iron Age hillfort in south Shropshire was six times larger than originally thought, archaeologists have discovered. The group, from the Time Team television programme and universities of Chester and York, carried out research using sensors mounted on aircraft to map the area around Bodbury Ring. They said it appeared that the previously identified earthworks were only a small part of a much larger settlement. The remains of what could be a Roman Iron Age settlement have also been uncovered.
Front Row Soccer editor Michael Lewis has covered 13 World Cups (eight men, five women), seven Olympics and 25 MLS Cups. He has written about New York City FC, New York Cosmos, the New York Red Bulls and both U.S. national teams for Newsday and has penned a soccer history column for the Guardian.com. Lewis, who has been honored by the Press Club of Long Island and National Soccer Coaches Association of America, is the former editor of BigAppleSoccer.com. He has written seven books about the beautiful game and has published ALIVE AND KICKING The incredible but true story of the Rochester Lancers. It is available at Amazon.com.
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At the Republic national convention in Milwaukee, some Trump supporters have a new way of showing their support for their favourite presidential candidate beyond a red Maga cap: wearing bandages on their ears, as Donald Trump did himself when he first appeared at the convention on Monday in his first public appearance since Saturday's assassination attempt.
