

Birdsong is On Chorus at Irish Rail stations
During the various lockdowns due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many people have reported that they can hear birdsong in a way that they have not been able to for some years. This is now being extended in an art installation … Continue reading Birdsong is On Chorus at Irish Rail stations

Robert Baden-Powell: allegations and the truth
The following article is published to correct some misconceptions about the Founder of Scouting, Robert, Lord Baden-Powell OM. It is written by Scouting historians and republished here to spread the information further. It is an accepted principle in the study … Continue reading Robert Baden-Powell: allegations and the truth
Scouting Radio: Baden–Powell Statue at Poole Harbour

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8 values political test
So, it seems that my closest match is Social Democracy. That sounds about right. If you want to take the test you can do so by clicking the link: https://www.idrlabs.com/8-values-political/test.php Continue reading 8 values political test

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Social distancing works: keep at it everyone
The Ohio Department of Health tweeted a video illustrating the impact of social distancing using ping pong balls and mouse traps. Let’s all take notice of it and maintain the social distancing to stop the spread of SARS-CoV-2. The Government … Continue reading Social distancing works: keep at it everyone

Twelfth of July parades cancelled
Due to the ongoing Coronavirus pandemic, the Grand Master of the Orange Institution has today cancelled the Boyne Anniversary Parades set for July 2020. “In the current circumstances, the gathering of hundreds of thousands of Orangemen and women, together with their accompanying bands and spectators, would not be responsible. “ I appreciate that our culture and traditions are very much a way of life for the Orange family, however in light of the current situation, we must prioritise the safety of not only our members, but of the entire community. https://www.goli.org.uk/post/twelfth-of-july-parades-cancelled-due-to-coronavirus The cancellation of the Twelfth of July parades is … Continue reading Twelfth of July parades cancelled

All the gang supporting Andrew
So, this morning’s fun was Andrew receiving a request from his work colleagues to share a photograph of his new work environment. We think they meant a picture of his laptop on the dining room table but we (deliberately) re-interpreted it to mean all the teddy bears (and associated animals) supporting him on the sofa. Andrew uploaded the photograph (taken my me) to a social media channel within work and I understand that it has been quite popular with his colleagues. Continue reading All the gang supporting Andrew