A 9,000 year old skeleton found inside a cave in Cheddar, England, has a living relative who was teaching history only a 1/2 mile away, tracing back nearly 300 generations.
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Two Giant Teddy Bears Are Bringing A Lot of Fun to Their Locked Down Neighborhood
What we’re living through right now is really hard and no one really saw it coming. People are stuck at home, out of work, and desperate for any kind of good news or enjoyment.
That’s why Ted and Ed, two giant teddy bears, are doing their part to bring a HUGE dose of wholesomeness to their neighborhood in England. The duo are known as “The Moors Bears”.
People in the area can routinely see Ted and Ed doing various chores in their front yard or having some fun and blowing off some steam. And the photos are great! Be sure to follow these lovable guys on Instagram and on Facebook.
Now, let’s see what they’ve been up around their neighborhood!
1. Ready for karate practice?
Wearing the whole get-up and everything.
2. Decided to read outside.
Hey, it was a nice day!
3. May the Fourth be with you!
We have a couple of Star Wars fans on our hands.
4. A lazy day in the yard.
Kick back and read the paper.
5. The car is getting a little dirty…
Let’s give it a wash!
6. Time to tee off.
Better keep an eye on Ted’s scorecard…
7. Game day!
What should we play first?
8. Doing some heavy lifting.
They need to finish that patio.
9. Household chores are never quite done, are they?
At least it’s a nice day outside.
10. The great outdoors.
Camping out sounds like fun right now.
11. You mow. I’ll rake.
Team work makes the dream work.
12. They are crafty bears, aren’t they?
They set up their own little sewing shop.
What a great idea! And what a great way to keep the spirits of people up during this whole mess!
What are people doing in your neighborhood or your town to try to be positive right now?
Please share your stories in the comments.
We look forward to hearing from you!
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Chick-fil-A’s First Restaurant in the U.K. Is Already Closing
This is some bad news for popular chicken chain Chick-fil-A: less than a month after the fast food company opened its first location in the United Kingdom, it is already closing down.
The British shopping center where the restaurant has its only UK location has been pressured by an LGBTQ rights group called Reading Pride to rethink their decision to allow Chick-fil-A on the premises. And it looks like people behind the Oracle Shopping Center listened.
I'm pleased that The Oracle has listened to concerns from #Readingpride #rdguk BBC News – Reading Chick-fil-A outlet to close in LGBT rights row https://t.co/EueyfxLmKd
— Matt Rodda (@MattRodda) October 19, 2019
Chick-fil-A is known for its anti-LGBTQ attitudes, and it looks like some folks in Reading did not want to welcome the franchise to town. To show their feelings, groups protested outside the Oracle Shopping Center in Reading.
#GetTheChickOut @Reading_Pride pic.twitter.com/qSna9PwjeJ
— Newbury Pride (@NewburyPride) October 19, 2019
Live in Reading protesting @ChickfilA alongside @Reading_Pride and many Pride Organisers across the UK
https://t.co/Cjm4adXaHo
— UK Pride Network (@UKPrideNetwork) October 19, 2019
In 2017, Chick-fil-A donated over $1 million to anti-LGBTQ groups. The protests caused the shopping center to reverse course and not renew the lease for the restaurant after it had only been in business for a week.
A statement from the shopping center read as follows: “We always look to introduce new concepts for our customers, however, we have decided on this occasion that the right thing to do is to only allow Chick-fil-A to trade with us for the initial six-month pilot period, and not to extend the lease any further.”
Chick-fil-A has about 2,400 locations in the United States. In 2012, said, “We are very much supportive of the family – the biblical definition of the family unit. We are a family-owned business, a family-led business, and we are married to our first wives. We give God thanks for that … We want to do anything we possibly can to strengthen families.”
So there’s no mystery where Chick-fil-A stands on this issue, in case you were wondering.
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433 Men Named ‘Nigel’ Gathered in a British Pub to Honor Their First Name
This is one of my favorite stories of 2019 so far.
Is there any more British name than Nigel? My favorite Nigel is Nigel Planer, who played Neil on the great British TV show The Young Ones.
Recently, 433 men named Nigel came together at a pub called The Fleece Inn in the middle of England to celebrate the heritage of that incredible first name.
Nigels from all over the UK came to the small village of Bretforton for the big bash. One Nigel flew in from Cyprus and one from Texas even crowdfunded a ticket to be able to make it to the event.
The big day has arrived! #NigelNight #makingplansforNigel pic.twitter.com/o1Veq5eLXd
— The Fleece Inn (@TheFleeceInn) September 28, 2019
The idea was the brainchild of Nigel Smith, the landlord of The Fleece Inn where the festivities took place. Smith said it started off as “a slightly mad idea” and that he thought maybe a couple dozen Nigels would show up to have a few beers.
Smith added, “Nigels were kind of dying out. Those of us who are still around ought to celebrate the fact we are still around and very much comfortable with our Nigelness.”
The night features not only 433 chaps named Nigel, but also special drinks, including the Mad Nigel, Nige Ale, and a cider called Narky Nige.
Even the local MP showed up that night. His name: Nigel Huddleston. Of course.
Congratulations Nigel Smith landlord of @TheFleeceInn #Bretforton #Worcestershire for organising the record breaking gathering of Nigels at #NigelNight this evening. People came from all over the UK and as far as Australia! pic.twitter.com/M6JvTqg7uF
— Nigel Huddleston MP (@HuddlestonNigel) September 28, 2019
And Smith is right: the very British name is dying out. Apparently, there were only two British babies named Nigel born in 2016.
I’ve decided I’m going to do my part. If I have a child (or a dog, a cat, or a goldfish), I’m going to name them Nigel. That’s a guarantee!
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Take a Look at the World’s First Cheese Conveyor Belt Restaurant
I remember my first sushi experience like it was yesterday: it was in San Francisco, and the little plates went around on a conveyor belt, and you could just grab off whatever you wanted and then pay at the end.
I thought it was amazing; my 15-year-old mind was well and truly blown!
Well, now it looks like I’ll need to make a trip across the pond to England to check out a place called The Cheese Bar. Located in London’s Camden Market, the restaurant specializes in fine cheese that is delivered to customers on a conveyor belt, making it the first cheese conveyor belt restaurant in the world.
#regram @onehungryasian ⠀⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ -⠀ ⠀ ⠀ ⠀ #britishcheese #cheesepairing #londonevents #foodevents #rawmilk #rawmilkcheese #artisancheese #cheesehead #cheeselover #cheeseboard #londonfoodie #toplondonrestaurants #eatfamous #devourpower #thingstodolondon #mylondon #yougottaeatthis #londonfood #cheeselovers #cheesetasting #timeoutlondon #sevendialsmarket #sevendials #midweekdinnersCustomers can choose from 25 different cheeses off the moving belt while they sip wine. The plates are color-coordinated by price, and customers are encouraged to gorge until they are content.
The restaurant also offers grilled cheese sandwiches and, for dessert, blue cheese soft serve.
Wow, never heard of that one before, but it sounds amazing.
The founder of The Cheese Bar, Matthew Carver, said, “We want to show that cheese and wine bars don’t have to be boring and can be enjoyed by everyone, whether you’re dropping in for a quick plate of British cheese and a glass of something unusual, or settling in for a cheese flight and a bottle of natural wine.”
I don’t know about you, but I’m on board with this idea. I can’t get enough of the stuff, even though I know I should cool it on my dairy…
Pass the cheese, please! All of it!
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You Can Now Stay at Downton Abbey Through Airbnb for One Night Only
Don’t miss out on this opportunity!
I have a feeling this place will be booked up for a while…and quick. Highclere Castle, the main filming location for the Downton Abbey TV series and recent feature film, is now available for guests through Airbnb.
This has to be a dream come true for fans of the show. I know how excited I’d be if a room opened up in the Psycho house, so I can feel their excitement.
This actually sounds like a hell of a deal. You get dinner and drinks with Highclere’s Earl and Countess of Carnarvon, and you get waited on by a butler (a personal dream of mine). You also get a tour of the grounds and a stay in a private bedroom.
The gist? It’s for one night only and only for two people.. Guests will be able to stay at Highclere on November 26 only, at least for now. Reservations go on sale on October 1 at 12:00 pm BST (British Summer Time), so, if you’re an American, be sure to set an alarm early that day to book your spot.
The pricing starts at $159, which is actually WAY less than I thought it would be.
'Downton Abbey' Castle Lists on Airbnb https://t.co/Cz5aPz1pYq pic.twitter.com/CSBpLQzc7P
— Hollywood Reporter (@THR) September 17, 2019
Here’s how the Airbnb page describes the visit:
“Lord and Lady Carnarvon will welcome guests into their home on arrival, and after settling them into their bedroom, will ask the guests to join them for cocktails before dinner. Throughout the stay, Lord and Lady Carnarvon will immerse the guests in the rich history and heritage of Highclere Castle with a private tour of the Castle, the Highclere Estate.”
Looking for an Airbnb?#DowntonAbbey #SundayMorning pic.twitter.com/hWHYbXKTOc
— Alexander Verbeek
(@Alex_Verbeek) September 22, 2019
If this is a big hit (which I’m sure it will be), maybe more dates like this will open up and you’ll have other opportunities to live in style…at least for one night.
What do you think? Are you going to try to get in on this action?
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You Might Not Know These 10 Things About the British Royal Family
Even if you’re one of those people who is really into (meaning obsessed) with the British royal family, I bet there’s still a lot you don’t know about them.
Cause they are some quirky folks, let me tell you.
Let’s look at 10 facts about these royals.
1. That’s odd
Queen Elizabeth II travels with her own supply of blood. I guess that makes sense and might be common among leaders around the world, but still…kind of strange.
2. The secret documentary
The royal family filmed a documentary that aired once in 1969 and never aired again. The reason? Queen Elizabeth thought that showing how the royals lived their everyday lives could be potentially dangerous.
3. Entourage
The Queen travels with her doctor and 34 other people, including her hairdresser, secretary, press officers, and bodyguards.
4. Not ever gonna happen
This is a weird one. When the Queen gets off of an airplane, you’ll never see her skirt fly up because all of her skirts are weighted. Smart, very smart.
5. BYOB
On their trips abroad, Prince Charles and Camilla have a bodyguard carry a bag of their favorite drinks. Gin and tonic for Charles and red wine for Camilla.
6. Fill ’em up
Harry and William love American fast food. Once when they were young boys, their mother Princess Diana asked the family chef to cancel lunch because the boys wanted to eat McDonald’s.
7. Two birthday parties
for images from the day.The Queen’s birthday is actually celebrated twice. The sovereign’s birthday has been celebrated on the second Saturday of June for over 260 years in an official ceremony. But the Queen’s actual birthday is April 21, so that’s double the fun.
8. No seafood
When the royal family travels, they are not allowed to eat seafood because the chances of someone getting sick from shellfish are high.
9. That’s bright
The Queen wears bright colors so people can spot her from far away in crowds.
10. Breaking protocol
Kate Middleton broke the royal protocol in Germany when she hugged children while visiting a charity. There is usually a handshake only rule.
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15 Funny Tweets About How British People Speak
Mind your head on the tube, love!
I kid, I kid. We know all British people don’t sound like that…or do they? Just kidding! Again!
Hey, they make fun of us too, so let’s dish it out a little, shall we?
Righty-o!
1. YewChube.com
British people be like:
Yew chube— dies of botulism (@paigettey) July 20, 2019
2. ROIGHT
british people be like ROIGHT wots oll dis den
— not as cool and bodacious as funky kong (@quinnmacncheese) July 20, 2019
3. Sexy
british people be having sex like:
mmmm yes splendid ah indeed scrumptious carry on good heavens i’m arriving
— butters (@yung_butters) July 8, 2019
4. Don’t bover me
British people be like
I'm not bovered
— Circe On A String (@Circe_Speaks) July 23, 2019
5. There it is again
british ppl be like ‘chewsday’ :/
— . (@golxgappay) February 5, 2019
6. My favorite!
british people be like i fink so
— read bio (@goobsoup) February 3, 2019
7. Hahahaha
english ppl be like im droring a picksher
— matthew (@denimjaisket) December 23, 2018
8. Hayche-BO
Why do British people say “hayche” instead of just H???
— Steven (@n0tsteven) June 19, 2019
9. Those spicy things
Why do British people say Jah-la-peños
— E (@ExquisiteWilli1) July 24, 2019
10. My second favorite!
"Fank yew" – any British person ever
— ¯_(ツ)_/¯ (@gucciano) February 13, 2012
11. Thirsty
english people be like can i get a glass of wah-uh
— are u worried? (@brolteon) September 19, 2018
12. You’ve heard this one
english ppl be like: massive
— aspiring cat boy (@visuaInoveI) July 27, 2019
13. That’s means the conversation is over
british people be like "right then"
— monica (@ttuesdayaddams) July 8, 2019
14. Good ideer
uk ppl be like "i have an ideer"
— yousef said (@yousef_hilmy) November 8, 2017
15. Absolutely famished
Brits be like "im proper famished" dude just say you're hungry
— Lou (@Loucifer_III) October 10, 2017
To all our friends across the pond: we’re just being cheeky!
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Ed Sheeran Has Spent Millions Buying Houses and Property from His Complaining Neighbors
This ma is living the dream. Ed Sheeran has all the money he could ever want, and he’s been using it to slowly buy up all the property around his farmhouse in Framlingham, England, supposedly to build himself a “mini-village.”
That sounds like paradise to me. No neighbors, no hassle, no problems.
No.6 went #1 today and Beautiful People went #1 in the singles chart, which makes it the second #1 from this project….
Posted by Ed Sheeran on Friday, July 19, 2019
And by “buying up all the property,” I mean buying OUT his neighbors. Sheeran bought a farmhouse and some land around it in 2012 for just over $1 million (we’re talking US currency here). He then bought the house next door for about $550,000. Fast forward to 2016 and Sheeran purchased another nearby house for $1.1 million. The following year, the singer dished out $640,000 for a bungalow across the street.
Not only is Sheeran buying these properties, but he’s putting a lot of work back into them and the house he originally purchased. Sheeran was granted permission to build a kidney-shaped pool on the condition that it would also be a natural habitat to attract wildlife, but his plans for the pool got his neighbors peeved.
Ed Sheeran's home in Framlingham, Suffolk.
Posted by Realty One on Monday, January 29, 2018
Neighbors were annoyed when Sheeran placed hay bales around the pool to block neighbors’ views, and they accused him of using the water for recreation instead of a wildlife attraction, as originally decided. His neighbors have also complained that the famous singer has plans to build a giant treehouse and a chapel on his property.
So, what to do? Drop some cash on ’em, of course! Then no one can complain! And that’s exactly what Sheeran continues to do. Because he can.
Today the Divide tour broke the all time tour record set by U2. It's now the most attended and highest grossing tour of…
Posted by Ed Sheeran on Friday, August 2, 2019
When you have that much cash, you can pretty do whatever you want, whenever you want.
Now I need to get busy designing my own compound…
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This Is How People in Great Britain Manage During the Relentless Heatwave
Whether you buy the (verified) science of climate change or prefer to live with your head buried in the sand, there’s no denying that it has been H-O-T in the United Kingdom this summer.
Like…it’s never actually been this hot before, and people don’t know how they’re supposed to live with it.
Heathrow Airport saw a record-setting July temperature of 98.4 degrees while Cambridge hit triple digits for only the second time in the history of recorded temperatures, and England wasn’t alone – France shattered its previous high record with a temperature of 108 degrees, and countries across Europe sweltered under the same kind of conditions.
Residents have had to think on their feet, and if the 20 pictures below prove anything, it’s that people are endlessly creative.
Whether or not the solutions are sustainable (or effective) well… you can decide for yourself.
19. Sun’s out, guns out.
When your manager says it’s still smart dress code at work #heatwaveuk pic.twitter.com/7tUG6caIwb
— K. Jones (@HennyInMyCereal) July 24, 2019
18. Watch your step.
Tales of heatwave madness – the floor is lava
Posted by Mouki Koutouki on Thursday, July 25, 2019
17. With age comes wisdom.
My dad is my hero #heatwaveuk pic.twitter.com/04HlcyaswQ
— Helen (@Helenkathleenpr) July 25, 2019
16. We’re not dramatic or anything.
Welcome to death row
pic.twitter.com/CJGh20KdHN
— Mr Richards
(@flyguyrichards) July 25, 2019
15. All helpful advice.
The accuracy is real. #londonheatwave pic.twitter.com/YYR0TYOvF7
— Chloe Tribbiani (@Ch10e) July 25, 2019
14. I think it’s going to last.
All weekend #heatwave pic.twitter.com/HY9zSPBXis
— Menswear Stylist l NYC (@tarevamylia) July 19, 2019
13. Save yourself.
Phew, Bob. Is it me or is it hot out here? Bob? Bob?…#heatwaveuk pic.twitter.com/mym3nlczpo
— Not The Droid You're Looking For (@SeaThreePeeO) July 22, 2019
12. The old “pretend you’re at the beach” trick.
Sun, deckchair, beachball, sand (from a bag) middle of Blackfriars bridge, as you do.
Posted by Tom Evison on Wednesday, July 24, 2019
11. You know it’s bad when not even the electronics can handle it.
Whoops… coverage where I live is super dodgy so I often put my phone near the window…. #heatwave #overheated #iPhone pic.twitter.com/Pg2tYdkLoT
—
Natalie
Dewhurst
10. No one accuses cats of being dumb.
This calls for drastic action #hottestdayoftheyear #londonheatwave pic.twitter.com/kJPAEdbhpx
— Gladstone (@TreasuryMog) July 25, 2019
9. What even is dry skin?
Nice to know there’s one place on my body that I didn’t sweat from during this heatwave from TrollXChromosomes
8. Wanna get away?
Easy Jet nailing their advertising
Posted by Luke Brancaccio on Thursday, July 25, 2019
7. We just hug all day long.
Let me introduce you to Charlene, I’m madly in love with her and am planning our wedding as we speak. She might seem a bit cold hearted but she makes me feel great and that is what matters. #HEATWAVE2019 #melt2019 #hottestdayoftheyear pic.twitter.com/ji6GtOc8hm
— Filip Verloy (@filipv) July 24, 2019
6. Desperate times.
5. He will fight you for that outlet.
4. Everyone standing around was wondering if they could get away with doing the same.
This dog is how we all feel #heatwave pic.twitter.com/98PezkhqpD
— Holly Bourne (@holly_bourneYA) July 23, 2019
3. People have come for the essentials.
Heatwave : No ice cream…This is a National Emergency !!!
Posted by Krzysztof Jan Darewicz on Thursday, July 25, 2019
2. My kingdom for some water.
Me & this pigeon on the hunt for a cooling dip together today
Seems mean to turn off the fountains for our feathered friends in this hot weather no?! #londonheatwave #summershere pic.twitter.com/W9DobHedUg
— Phoebe Liebling (@PTLiebling) July 24, 2019
1. Tips and tricks.
#londonheatwave you'd be amazed how effective it is if you just pop some frozen water in a bottle in front of a fan pic.twitter.com/d6nG2ZnU6g
— Ed (@thing_stuff) July 25, 2019
Stay cool out there!
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