23Aug/23

The Big Dipper

Aug. 23, 2023 /technology/ — The Big Dipper is a wooden roller coaster located at Blackpool Pleasure Beach in Blackpool, England. It was built in 1921 and is one of the oldest wooden roller coasters in the world. The ride is known for its bone-shaking experience, which is due to its unique structural engineering. Continue reading

20Aug/23

England is a beautiful country

England is a beautiful country with a rich history and culture. However, there are some reasons why some people might not like England.

  • England’s colonial past: England has a long history of colonialism, which has led to resentment in some countries. For example, the British Empire colonized India for over 200 years, and this period is still remembered with bitterness by many Indians.
  • England’s perceived arrogance: Some people perceive English people as being arrogant or condescending. This stereotype may be due to England’s history as a global power, or it may simply be a reflection of the British sense of humor, which can sometimes be misunderstood.
  • England’s weather: England’s weather is often overcast and rainy, which can be a turn-off for some people.
  • England’s food: English food is not always considered to be the most exciting or flavorful. However, there are many great restaurants in England serving food from all over the world.

Of course, not everyone who dislikes England dislikes it for these reasons. Some people simply don’t like the English accent, or they find British culture to be too different from their own. Ultimately, whether or not someone likes England is a matter of personal preference.

Here are some perspectives from English people on why some people might hate England:

  • “Some people might hate England because of our colonial past. We did a lot of bad things in the name of empire, and those actions still have repercussions today.”
  • “Others might hate us because they think we’re arrogant. We can be a bit too proud of our history and culture, and that can come across as arrogance.”
  • “And then there are those who just don’t like our weather. It’s true, it’s not always the best. But we make up for it with our sense of humor!”

Ultimately, whether or not someone hates England is a matter of personal opinion. There are many reasons why someone might dislike England, but there are also many reasons to love it.

19Aug/23

If England wins the world cup, the implications analysed

Aug. 19, 2023 /Sports/ — Whether or not the football will come home to England is anyone’s guess. England is certainly a target of haters, but they also have a strong team and a passionate fan base. It will be interesting to see how they perform in the World Cup.

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19Aug/23

Can FIFA Women’s World Cup Final match be fixed?

Sat, Aug 19 2023 –The excitement over England V Spain Women’s world cup Final especially in England has reached fever pitch. Matches are categorised as “suspicious” when they are found to have suspect betting patterns associated with them that may be indicative of match-fixing. How is FIFA monitoring and making efforts and stronger collaboration amongst anti-corruption stakeholders to tackle this persistent problem in the beautiful game? Continue reading

19Aug/23

Starlizard Integrity Services identifies 79 suspicious football matches played globally in first half of 2023

New data from sports betting integrity specialists Starlizard Integrity Services (SIS) has identified 79 football matches played around the world between 1 January and 30 June 2023 as “suspicious”. Of these, 28 (35%) took place in just three countries, with one of those countries accounting for 12 integrity alerts (15%). Continue reading

19Aug/23

International Rock Star YOSHIKI Makes Directorial Debut with Music Documentary Film YOSHIKI: Under The Sky

The music documentary film YOSHIKI: UNDER THE SKY will have its international premiere on September 7 at the AMC Empire 25 in New York City’s Times Square, featuring the world-renowned musician and composer YOSHIKI leading a global concert featuring today’s top musical artists. Continue reading

19Aug/23

How English women’s football could become a billion pound industry – and where the money comes from to make it happen

Christina Philippou, University of Portsmouth

A long-awaited official review of women’s football in England sets out ten recommendations designed to transform and develop the sport at every level. The review, which was chaired by former international player Karen Carney, covers everything from playing standards to diversity goals and equal access to sports for girls.

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19Aug/23

What to do in a ship fire like that of the Fremantle Highway?

The large ship fire on the Fremantle Highway has once again shown that the transport of electric cars entails other risks. The approach to an incipient fire also requires a different approach. And while the fire on the Fremantle Highway ended relatively well, it was close to a bigger disaster. That is why FMTC, specialist in safety training for the offshore and maritime sector, among others, provides more insight into the specific characteristics of a ship fire with a high-risk cargo, such as electric cars. How does such a fire start, how do you fight it and what measures can you take to prevent a recurrence of this near-disaster? Continue reading