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When Shokat Adamu, the newly elected independent MP for Leicester South, addressed his supporters at the vote count in July, he ended his speech with a dedication – for the country he now represents. Not just to voters in the East Midlands, but to a much larger audience – more than 3,000 miles away.“This is for the people of Gaza,” he said, holding aloft a Palestinian keffiyeh.Before October 7th of last year, this would have been almost unthinkable. The relatively unknown independent overturned the 22,000-vote majority held by Labor stalwart Jonathan Ashworth in the traditionally red seat. However, times are…
Date |Position:256 E Church St, Jacksonville, FL 32202Sunday, October 6th | 9amEvent highlights:St John’s Cathedral, in collaboration with London Sanctuary, St Augustine Humane, Fur Sisters and Posh Pet Services, invites the public to a heartwarming event featuring pet blessings, adoptions and pet photography. The pets will be individually blessed during a special Holy Communion in Cathedral Park, and then have the opportunity to meet other dogs adopted from local shelters.Event details:Blessing of Pets: Pets will be blessed in Cathedral Park during the Feast of the Eucharist.Pet Adoption: Participants can meet adoptable dogs and consider giving them a forever home.Pet photography:…
Promotion: A pet-friendly office and wood-burning restaurant interior is one of five winning projects in this year’s Shaw Contract Design Awards. Winners of the 19th annual awards program, sponsored by flooring manufacturer Shaw Contract, include entries from around the world, from a minimalist workplace in China to a nature-inspired apartment complex in Canada. Top image: One of this year’s show contract design award winning wood-fired restaurants. Above: The hallway is lined with firewood.The Shaw Contract Design Awards program is held annually to “celebrate the optimism of design and its ability to positively impact communities and the planet.” We focus specifically…
After owning a home for the past 20 years, I suddenly found myself renting. We decided to simplify and sell the major renovations we had been working on in favor of something smaller and simpler. I haven’t found the right house yet, so I’ll rent it while I wait. And I surprised myself with how much I liked it.In Western countries, homeownership is considered the be-all and end-all. At the same time, house prices are skyrocketing, wages are stagnant and rents are rising. I understand that for many renters, their landlords are stingy, they live in small communal spaces, and…
LYNWOOD — If you missed Neighborhood Pet Store Day last weekend, you missed out on a tail-wagging, treat-filled extravaganza for pets and their owners. This nationwide fun event led by Mud Bay has turned pet stores into havens for four-legged friends with discounts, giveaways, and lots of love. This year’s annual celebration is bigger and better than ever, with more than 1,000 independent pet retailers across the country participating. Mud Bay Neighborhood Pet Store Day on Saturday, September 28, 2024 at Linwood, 2800 196th St SW, next to Whole Foods. Linwood Times | Gerti Katro. A celebration of community and…
CNN — When absentee ballots first landed on doorsteps in Michigan last month, so did Paul Hudson, a Grand Rapids lawyer and a Republican running to represent the area in Congress. Armed with an app that told him where likely voters lived and which houses might be swayed, he spent that morning walking a densely populated purple community where single-story ranches with Trump flags neighbor homes with “Harris Walz” signs on their lush, well-manicured lawns. It’s a conventional strategy to compete in close races, one battle-tested by campaigns big and small every election. And it’s a playbook that former President…
Is this week the day lifestyle hotels died? It depends on who you ask.Hyatt this week officially completed its asset-light acquisition of Standard International, meaning Hyatt owns the business but not the real estate. At 25 years old, Standard is still a trending lifestyle hotel chain with brands such as The Standard, Standard X, Bunkhouse Hotel, and The Manor, a new luxury concept in New York City’s SoHo neighborhood.(For those wondering what a lifestyle hotel is, a refresher: A lifestyle hotel is often a hotel with an emphasis on design, bars, and restaurants, and guests staying at the hotel.) As…
Are you ready to transform your space? In this video, we will show you creative DIY decoration ideas that will make your home look stunning with these unusual craft projects. ✨Adult supervision and care is always recommended. This video is made for entertainment purposes. We do not make any warranties regarding its completeness, safety, or reliability. If you act on the information in this video, you do so at your own risk and we will not be liable for any damage or loss. Viewers are responsible for using judgment, caution, and precautions if they plan to reproduce.The following videos may…
Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi addresses the media in Islamabad on October 4, 2024. —Screengrab/Geo News The Home Minister says there will be no property damage to anyone. Naqvi said security personnel in Islamabad do not carry guns. The authorities have already implemented Article 144. federal capital.ISLAMABAD: As leaders and activists of Imran Khan-founded political party head to the federal capital despite obstacles, Interior Minister Mohsin Naqvi says everyone has the right to stage protests, but Pakistan’s Tehreek-e-Insaf (PTI) supporters said they would hold a protest demonstration. “Attacking Islamabad with weapons.””This is not the right way to do it and we…
These power tools will help you complete any project at home. (image) Whether you’re an experienced DIYer or just getting started with home improvement projects, having the right power tools is essential to tackling any project. Amazon Prime Big Deal Days are approaching and it’s the perfect time to refresh your tool shed.Powerful items on sale include heavy-duty chainsaws for meticulous trimming, high-speed leaf blowers to maintain your garden, and high-tech circular saws for perfect cuts.To take advantage of all Prime Big Deal Day deals, you must be an Amazon Prime member. Join or start your 30-day free trial to…