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England’s water crisis amidst record heat

England's water crisis amidst record heat

The United Kingdom is facing a growing water crisis. There are several factors to it. Despite being known for its rainy climate, dry riverbeds have become a common sight in England. One particularly example is the River Derwent in Borrowdale,…

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England Rugby kicks off Borthwick Era with bonus point victory

England Rugby kicks off Borthwick Era with bonus point victory

England Rugby wins first game under new coach Steve Borthwick, a positive step forward for the team. The game was characterized by solid defense and a balanced lineup. England secured a hard-fought victory over Italy in the latest Six Nations…

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Classical composer – Felix Mendelssohn’s early life

Classical composer - Felix Mendelssohn's early life

Felix Mendelssohn was, like Frederic Chopin, a composer who was cut down in the prime of his life. Chopin lived for thirty-nine years; Mendelssohn for thirty-eight. Born in 1819, the grandson of Moses Mendelssohn, a philosopher and Jewish patriot, he…

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History of Anne Boleyn rise to throne

History of Anne Boleyn rise to throne

Anne Boleyn, Quee of England, 1533-1536. Who has heard of her? The amount of people that would respond to this question with a negative is minimal. From as early as nursery/kindergarten children are taught the bare basics of this immortal…

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History of the Tudor Dynasty

History of the Tudor Dynasty

There were five Tudor monarchs: Henry VII, Henry VIII, Edward IV, Mary I, Elizabeth I. Of these, Henry VIII is most famous for his many wives and Elizabeth is famous for her lack of husbands. The Tudor family has captivated…

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Prisoners to enjoy in-cell phones across England, Wales prisons

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It is time for inmates to rejoice as twenty prisons in England and Wales are to get the facility of in-cell phones. It will help to reduce violence and reoffending. The government had earlier announced its plans of installing such…

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Setting up an English Vineyard

English Vineyard

Choosing the Vineyard Location In Britain choice of vineyard location is limited to the southern parts of England and Wales, for general warmth and length of sunshine hours. Even then, English and Welsh wines are produced at the northernmost limit…

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The Ultimate England Travel Wishlist For Ever

England Travel Wishlist

A trip to England is an eye-opener for any tourist, no matter where they are from. Many visitors are keen to see the main attractions of cities such as London or Liverpool, but may not be aware that there is…

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Sara Iftekhar Becomes First Hijabi Woman To Reach Miss England Final

Sara Iftekhar miss england final

Muslim law student Sara Iftekhar has become a good example for the world that women who wear hijab deserve to be in the public eye. Securing a place as a finalist in the Miss England 2018 competition she reveals beauty…

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The Black Death: The Plague Epidemic in England 1348-51

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The plague, or Black Death, arrived in England in 1348 and over the next three years spread inexorably through the country, with devastating effect. The plague that swept across Europe, Asia and Africa in the middle of the fourteenth century…

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