Every year on December 3rd, the International Day of People with Disabilities (IDPWD) is celebrated throughout the world. It is a time to celebrate achievements and work together to increase inclusiveness and accessibility for people affected by disabilities. History Of International Day Of People With Disabilities The first IDPWD was held 27 years ago on December 3rd 1992. It was created by the United Nations (UN) as part of its commitment to create inclusive, accessible and sustainable societies and communities. IDPWD focuses on overcoming the barriers people living with …
Should The BBC Pay For The Over 75’s TV License?
At present, all households with residents over 75 years of age are entitled to a free TV licence. As of the 1st of June 2020, the eligibility criteria for free TV Licences for the over 75s is due to change. Free TV licences for the over 75s were first introduced in 1999. By the then Labour chancellor, Gordon Brown which was a Government-funded scheme. The Government paid the BBC to provide the service which was estimated to cost £745m by 2021/22. In 2015 UK Parliament ended all funding for free TV Licences for the over 75s and the onus was put onto the BBC to continue funding …
Denise Nickerson Willy Wonka Star Dies Age 62
Former child actress Denise Nickerson has sadly passed away aged 62. Denise was best known for playing Violet Beauregarde in the original Willy Wonka and The Chocolate factory. The star was rushed to hospital on Monday where she was placed on life support. Denise had suffered a ‘severe stroke’ in June 2018 from which she had never fully recovered. The impact of this as well as suffering from pneumonia and frequent seizures sadly led to her entering a coma-like state from which her condition progressively worsened. Denise’s family made the decision at 3am on the 10th of July to …
New June heat records set as heatwave heads towards UK
Parts of Europe are being advised to take care as temperatures soar to sweltering levels, causing a European heatwave. There have already been reports of flash flooding, school closures and concerns over the air quality. Countries such as Spain, France and Italy experienced temperatures over 40 degrees centigrade. The extreme heat is said to be heading towards the UK this weekend. Heatwave causes wildfire in Spain Currently, firefighters in Spain’s Catalonia region are currently battling huge wildfires. There is concern that these will spread as the hot weather continues. Officials …
How to use YouTube
Sharing moments through videos and photos has never been easier. The development of social sites such as YouTube, Instagram, and Facebook has made staying connected easier than ever. Whilst some sites may be built especially for images, such as Instagram. YouTube is the master of video and the best thing is anyone can upload a video. You don’t have to be a professional to use YouTube. What is YouTube? Created in 2005, YouTube is an established company when compared to other digital start-ups such as Instagram and Snapchat. Users of the site watch and upload videos for free at any …
Sir Roger Moore – A look back at his career
Movie legend Sir Roger Moore has died at the age of 89. Sir Roger Moore, whom most notably portrayed James Bond a mind blowing seven times, the most by any actor, passed away on Tuesday after losing his battle with cancer. Today we take a look back at the career of Sir Roger Moore. Sir Roger Moore - Career Sir Roger Moore was born on October 14, 1927, in Stockwell, London. He Attended the Royal Academy of Dramatic Art (RADA), where he developed his transcending relaxed demeanour and Mid-Atlantic accent that defined him as an actor, before he was conscripted into military service …
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