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Phil's Workbench: Weldon Tabletop Wargaming Store

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Collecting Art, take a look I love an indoor market, especially one that includes a very friendly model shop. WTW has been running for nearly two years, and while its main market is WW2 military wargamers, they offer a modest range of plastic kits and some Jarvis scenic products. Theres a bit of Humbrol going on too, but no paint rack. A small selection of acrylics aimed at wargamers were on the shelf. Obeying the laws about buying something when you visit a model shop, I came away with a very nearly TT scale Star Wars X-Wing kit for a tenner. In the market, theres a nice cafe, and a store claiming to sell magic. I gave that one a miss!,

Former FBI Director Referred for Criminal Prosecution Related to 2020 Voter Fraud

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Collecting Art, take a look VIDEO: Former FBI Director Referred for Criminal Prosecution Related to 2020 Voter Fraud - Pub. July 2, 2025 by ForbiddenKnowledgeTV.net Declassified FBI emails released on Tuesday by Senator Chuck Grassley R-IA show how two senior executive women at the FBI worked to bury reports of a Chinese government plot to steal tens of thousands of votes for Joe Biden in the 2020 election, because they would contradict FBI Director Christopher Wrays testimony before Congress. According to comments by FBI personnel in these redacted emails, Nikki Floris, then the head of the FBIs Counterintelligence Division and Tonya Ugoretz, then the deputy head of the FBIs Cyber Division worked to bury the FBIs Albany Field Office Intelligence Information Report on the Chinese governments fabrication of US drivers licenses for use by illegal voters. Both womens careers have continued to advance within the FBI ever since. A Confidential Human Source CHS told FBI investigators in A...

Have airline alliances reached their expiry date?

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Collecting Art, take a look For over two decades, airline alliances have dominated global travel standards. Having clear rules over earning points, securing rewards and getting into airport lounges makes things simple… in theory. But many well-known airlines have shunned the traditional alliances in favour of bespoke partnerships. Among them, Etihad Airways, Emirates, and Virgin Australia. Let’s talk about the latter. Virgin Australia has a number of partner airlines in Star Alliance. It’s to the degree that many people regularly ask, when will Virgin Australia join Star Alliance? But its sister airline, Virgin Atlantic, recently joined the rival SkyTeam Alliance. Meanwhile, Virgin Australia is now part-owned by a oneworld Alliance carrier, Qatar Airways. Oneworld has just gained Oman Air among its ranks – an integration announced more than three years ago. But even after finally joining the fold, Qantas still hasn’t figured out its earning rates for travellers taking Oman Air flights...

Hospital backlog drops to lowest level in two years in England

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Collecting Art, take a look Hospital backlog drops to lowest level in two years 12 June 2025 Nick Triggle Health correspondent•@nicktriggle The backlog in routine hospital treatments in England has reached its lowest level for two years. Data for the end of April showed the waiting list dropped to 7.39 million, down from 7.42 million in March. But it is nine years since the NHS has met its target of 92% of patients being seen in 18 weeks – currently it is just below 60%. The government has made meeting the target one of its key missions for this parliament – and on Wednesday announced above-inflation rises for the NHS in the coming years to help achieve it. Responding to the latest figures, Health and Social Care Secretary Wes Streeting, said: We are putting the NHS on the road to recovery. And he added this was just the start as the extra investment announced in the spending review, which will see the NHS budget rise by 3% a year in the next three years, combined with reforms...

The Viking Nile Cruise Review with Video

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Collecting Art, take a look Have all your questions answered with this Viking Nile Cruise Review. Read or watch the video if you prefer. The Viking Nile Cruise Review There’s something timeless about Egypt. The land of the pharaohs, with its monumental temples, iconic pyramids, and complicated hieroglyphics, also has a modern capital city that runs at full blast with a turbo charge above that. Today’s Cairo stands proud on the world stage as a heavyweight city, with the added flex of those triangular shapes on the horizon. But there’s no understanding Egypt without understanding the Nile. For the Nile isn’t just Egypt’s lifeline; it’s the thread that stitches together history, myth, and daily life. Fly overhead and you’ll see a country of desert, save for the thin green strip of life that borders both sides of this mighty river. Originating in both Ethiopia and Uganda, the Nile journeys over 4,000 miles northward before spilling into the Mediterranean, nurturing empires, gods, and ...

Copenhagen Travel Guide: Best Time to Visit & Free Trip Tips (2025)

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An ancient archaeological site meets conspiracy theories — and Joe Rogan

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Collecting Art, take a look An ancient archaeological site meets conspiracy theories — and Joe Rogan toggle caption Mustafa Hatipoglu/Anadolu via Getty Images GOBEKLI TEPE, Turkey — Tour guide Sabahattin Alkan herds curious tourists through the scorching afternoon heat, luring them with the promise of something far stranger than your typical vacation snap. Over here on the right, you see a spaceship landed recently, he says with a grin. Hes joking. Mostly. But more on that in a minute. We e in the Urfa plain, a dry, dusty stretch about 25 miles from the Turkish-Syrian border. That spaceship is actually just a curved roof. But what lies beneath the dome has sparked decades of mystery, curiosity — and conspiracy. toggle caption Rebecca Rosman for NPR Its quite an interesting place, actually, Alkan assures his audience. Sponsor Message Hes talking about Gobekli Tepe, one of the oldest known archaeological sites on Earth, dating back nearly 12,000 years. Alkan points to T-shaped...

DWP confirms Winter Fuel Payment dates and amounts for every pensioner

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Collecting Art, take a look The Department for Work and Pensions DWP has confirmed that nearly nine million people born before September 22, 1959 are eligible to receive a one-off payment of between £100 and £300. The payment aims to help with the increased cost of heating during the winter months. Eligible pensioners can expect to receive their Winter Fuel Payment automatically in November or December, reports the Daily Record. According to the updated guidance available on GOV.UK, the DWP will issue letters in October and November to inform pensioners about the amount they will receive. To qualify for the payment, which is determined by the recipients age and household circumstances, the claimant must have been eligible between September 15-21. Older residents in Scotland will not receive the Winter Fuel Payment, as it has been replaced by the Pension Age Winter Heating Payment. The eligibility criteria for this payment are similar to those set by the DWP. It will be issued automa...

E59 Caça aos gambozinos

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Collecting Art, take a look Neste episódio tivemos a de novo participação do João Jotta e do André Paula do Linuxtechpt onde discutimos práticas de segurança e privacidade e snaps. Já sabes, ouve, subscreve e partilha! https://linuxtech.pt/ https://ubucon.eu https://sintra2019.ubucon.org/call-for-papers-announcement/ https://framaforms.org/volunteers-voluntarios-ubucon-europe-2019-sintra-1559899302 https://www.humblebundle.com/books/open-source-bookshelf?partner=pup https://www.humblebundle.com/books/programmable-boards-make-books?partner=pup Apoios Podem apoiar o podcast usando os links de afiliados do Humble Bundle, porque ao usarem esses links para fazer uma compra, uma parte do valor que pagam reverte a favor do Podcast Ubuntu Portugal. E podem obter tudo isso com 15 dólares ou diferentes partes dependendo de pagarem 1, ou 8. Achamos que isto vale bem mais do que 15 dólares, pelo que se puderem paguem mais um pouco mais visto que têm a opção de pagar o quanto quiserem. Se e...

Wimbledon Order of Play today: Day 4 schedule, live scores, results with Jack Draper and Novak Djokovic in action

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Collecting Art, take a look British men’s No1 looks to join Emma Raducanu in round three as Dan Evans plots huge upset on Centre Court Order of play: Another busy day lies ahead at Wimbledon Getty Images Alex Dakers 1 minute ago COMMENTS The action continues at Wimbledon today as Jack Draper returns and Dan Evans attempts a massive upset against Novak Djokovic on Centre Court. Draper, the current world No4, takes on 2017 Wimbledon finalist Marin Cilic this afternoon as he looks to progress past the second round for the first time at SW19. Evans has a daunting task on his hands first up against seven-time champion - and 24-time Grand Slam winner - Djokovic, although the former British No1 does currently boast an invincible record against the Serbian. World No1 and tournament top seed Jannik Sinner is also back in the spotlight, up against Australia’s Aleksandar Vukic, with women’s eighth seed Iga Swiatek playing American Caty McNally in the other Centre Court match on day four....

How outrageous Princess Kate lies are still spreading as China, Russia and Iran ‘fuel conspiracy theories’

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Collecting Art, take a look VILE lies about Princess Kate are still being spouted as China, Russia and Iran fuel conspiracy theories, sources have claimed. Kate, 42, has suffered a barrage of disgusting rumours and attacks since announcing her abdominal surgery in January. 8 Thousands of fake accounts and bots have sprouted from Russia Credit: AP 8 Platforms such as the Chinese-owned TikTok are full of dangerous and deluded fantasies about Kate Credit: AFP 8 Idiotic trolls even ridiculously claimed Kates emotional video message was AI generated Credit: PA Shameful trolls targeted the mum-of-three over her sweet Mothers Day photograph after she innocently made editing mistakes. The princess was hit by wild conspiracy theories from marriage woes with William to undergoing the knife for cosmetic surgeries. Incessant speculation sparked again after footage was released of Kate and William at Windsor Farm Shop, with ridiculous claims it was fake. After the royal shared her emotional...

8 Tips for the Queenstown to Milford Sound Drive

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Collecting Art, take a look A cruise on Milford Sound – an epic fiord known as the 8th Wonder of the World – is on many people’s New Zealand bucket list. That’s why I was so excited to tick it off when we visited New Zealand in 2023. But imagine my surprise when it wasn’t just the cruise that I loved – but the 4+ hour drive to get there. I may have even loved it more than the cruise! The Queenstown to Milford Sound drive is unlike any other in the world. You’re driving around mountains, lakes, valleys and waterfalls; stopping in small towns; watching for local wildlife; and ending it all with the cherry on top: a cruise on Milford Sound! But there are a few things you need to know before you tackle this drive! Keep reading for my top tips and answers to FAQs about the Queenstown to Milford Sound drive. Disclosure: Some of the links below are sponsored or affiliate links, meaning if you click through and make a purchase, I will earn a small commission at no additional cost to you. ...

Honey Walnut Sourdough

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Collecting Art, take a look By This honey walnut sourdough is a lovely balanced bread. It’s slightly sweet and nutty, with toasted walnuts that bring awesome texture. This loaf is perfect for both savory and sweet toppings. Why you’ll love this honey walnut sourdough Balanced flavor – The sweetness of honey goes perfectly with toasty walnuts. Great texture – Soft and chewy inside with a crisp, golden crust. Versatile – Delicious for breakfast, sandwiches, or with cheese and fruit. The ingredients & why Flour – A mix of bread flour and whole wheat flour gives structure and a hearty texture. Sourdough starter – to leaven the loaf and for flavor. Water – Hydrates the dough and helps develop gluten. Salt – Enhances flavor and strengthens the dough. Honey – Adds a touch of sweetness. Toasted walnuts – Toasting the walnuts before adding stops them from tasting bitter and it brings out their flavour. How to Make Feed starter and toast walnuts. Begin by feeding your starter ...