World Humanitarian Day
There is a saying that goes: It takes a village to raise a child. Similarly, it takes a village to support a person in a humanitarian crisis. With record-high humanitarian needs around the world, this year’s World Humanitarian Day (WHD) builds on this metaphor of collective endeavour to grow global Continue Reading
Remembering Grenfell Five Years On…
On the fifth anniversary of the Grenfell Tower fire, a memorial ceremony was held at Westminster Abbey. On June 14, 2017, seventy-two people were killed in a fire in west London, which occurred five years ago. The names of the deceased were read out at the multi-faith memorial ceremony this Continue Reading
The Corby Pole Fair 2022
The Pole Fair is a major community celebration, which will take place on Friday 3rd June 2022. This unique tradition comes around every 20 years, attracting large crowds to enjoy outdoor attractions, entertainment and of course, the reading of the Royal Charter at the three entrances to the village. There are lots of Continue Reading
New Jubilee ‘Elizabeth Line’ Opens
The Elizabeth Tube Line has opened. This morning, hundreds of people gathered in central London in the hopes of being among the first passengers on the new Elizabeth Tube line.The “momentous occasion” was lauded by railway devotees who had travelled from all across the country for the ceremony and had Continue Reading
International Women’s Day 2022
International Women’s Day 2022: “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow” The theme for International Women’s Day, 8 March, 2022 (IWD 2022) is, “Gender equality today for a sustainable tomorrow”, recognizing the contribution of women and girls around the world, who are leading the charge on climate change adaptation, mitigation, Continue Reading
Storm Eunice Continues Its Disruption to South West of England
Millions of people have been told to stay at home as Storm Eunice brings disruption and record gusts to the UK. Today high winds have brought power cuts, flights cancellations, with hundreds of schools closures, and the Met. issuing a blanket travel warnings across the country. On the Isle of Continue Reading
