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How funerals work during the coronavirus crisis
Funerals can be difficult at the best of times, but with the coronavirus crisis hitting the world hard, they are even more difficult at the moment. Social distancing has made funerals open to fewer people, which can be traumatising if a loved one of the deceased is unable to attend the wedding. As it stands, according to gov.uk, the only people who can attend a funeral at the moment are: members of the person’s household close family members or if …
Read more...Warning: cheesy puns ahead
I’ve tried to stop myself, but just like I can’t resist eating a bit of cheese when I am using it in cooking, I can’t resist writing about the latest trending cheese story – it’s such a grate idea…
Read more...The end is nigh for Big Brother
After 18 years, Big Brother finally appears to be over.
Read more...Say goodbye to the coppers?
The Bank of England says getting rid of 1p and 2p coins wouldn’t affect the economy.
Read more...Toilet paper plea from schools?
It’s slightly worrying to find out that state schools are so worried about their funding, one has even asked parents to help by donating essential items such as toilet rolls.
Read more...Is the sugar tax for good or bad?
A ground-breaking sugar tax has been introduced in the UK.
Read more...Murmurations make me smile
I learned a lovely new word this week – murmuration.
Read more...Loneliness minister is announced
A new minister has been appointed to tackle loneliness in the UK – following a report that found being lonely was as bad for your health as smoking.
Read more...New notes are slippery customers
Is it just me or have the new polymer £10 and £5 notes got a life of their own.
Read more...Man gets head stuck in a microwave…
I’ve heard of plenty of unusual incidents that firefighters have been called to, but a recent one really takes the biscuit.
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