February 25, 2010
Dementia: a background
Some memory problems associated with ageing are more serious than others. People with substantial changes in their memory, personality, and behaviour may suffer from a form of brain disease called dementia. Alzheimer’s disease is one of many types of dementia. Globally it is one of the most disabling and burdensome health conditions because it seriously affects a person’s ability to carry out daily activities. In recent years, scientific studies have shown that omega-3 fatty acids from fish may be of benefit. (more…)
February 18, 2010
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February 12, 2010
2009 was a hugely positive year for tourism recovery in Kenya seeing a significant growth since the trouble encountered at the beginning of 2008. UK visitor figures are now over 80% recovered to the 2007 numbers, which reached 204,644 UK visitors, with the end of 2009 seeing 164,169 UK visitors. (more…)
Visitors to the Cook Islands can expect far more than idyllic beaches and water activities, with an array of events taking place throughout the year. With any visit to the Cook Islands visitors can experience every inch of the Cook Islands’ culture, tradition and adventure. (more…)
CRiS scheme helps foil major caravan crime ring (more…)
THE COMPLETE STEP-BY-STEP GUIDE TO KEEPING CHICKENS (more…)
A spectacular flower bulb mosaic of Russia’s St. Basil’s Cathedral will be the pinnacle of the ‘From Russia with Love’ theme at the Keukenhof this year. From 18 March - 16 May, the mosaic will portray an impression of the towers which frame the centuries’ old cathedral on Moscow’s Red Square. The mosaic cathedral measures 21 by 21 metres and has been created from almost 65,000 flower bulbs. Its colourful magnificence will be revealed at the Keukenhof this spring. (more…)
Slugs and snails were the number one problem on the 2009 Top 10 garden pests list, according to the Royal Horticultural Society (RHS). (more…)
Inventors of a pioneering new vertical planting system believe that the hanging basket’s days may be numbered. (more…)
Now even more Europeans will be able to explore the culinary versatility of mushrooms following the launch of the UK version of the website www.mushroomidea.co.uk. The website is packed with useful information on how to make the most of one of nature’s great delicacies. (more…)
The National Theatre Studio and West Yorkshire Playhouse are delighted to announce that the first Quercus Award for Theatre Directors will be given this year to Róisín McBrinn. (more…)
A drama of passion and prejudice: part play, part gig, part installation
Written by Mick Gordon, Pressure Drop, for 20 nights only, 19 April – 12 May, 19.30 (exc. Sundays) at Wellcome Collection (more…)
After waving good-bye to the last of the snow, it’s time to say hello to one of the most spectacular displays of snowdrops in the North West, at Rode Hall and Gardens in Scholar Green, Cheshire from 30th January until 7th March 2010. (more…)
Walk away the blues, amongst Britain’s prettiest flowers (more…)
Age has been grabbing the headlines over the past few months, most recently with Harriet Harman bestowing a rather annoying new label on the cohort of healthy, active, older people, the “wellderly”. Last year it was the finding of the High Court, following years of wrangling which went all the way to the European Court of Justice and back, that the default retirement age in the Employment Equality (Age) Regulations 2009 was lawful. The Age Regulations allow employers to retire employees against their will at 65 as long as they follow the correct procedures. Whilst employers are not compelled to retire employees at this age, the law certainly makes it easier.
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The duo, comprising of Peter Cox (vocals) and Richard Drummie (guitar) are best known for their smash hit singles “We Close Our Eyes” and “Call Me”, the UK tour will kick off on Thursday February 8th at the Cheltenham Town Hall; National Ticket hotline: 0844 888 9991 / book online: www.ticketline.co.uk (more…)
Iconic British mustard brand Colman’s is sponsoring this year’s British Pie Awards, which will take place on Wednesday 19 May in Melton Mowbray. (more…)
Wealthier care home residents already subsidising lack of government funds
The row between Labour and the Conservatives about over funding elderly care is missing the point. (more…)
Martin Lewis comments on what’s next for its savers (more…)
ANTIQUES ROADSHOW 2010 [SERIES 33] – RECORDING DATES (more…)
Celebrate Fairtrade Fortnight by tucking into these Surprise Chocolate Brownies which have Fairtrade dates, bananas and cocoa in them. The recipe is below so give them a go. (more…)
February 10, 2010
Win a family bumper pack of holiday books
One of the best parts of preparing for a holiday has simply got to be finding that perfect holiday read. Whether you’re winding down on the beaches of Normandy with a romantic classic, or trekking through the rugged countryside of Brittany with a tour guide in tow, a good holiday book can’t be beaten. (more…)
If you know your Cabernet Sauvignon from your Sauvignon Blanc, then you are probably already aware of the incredible range and diverse tastes of California wines. However, it is now time for both red and white to step aside, as California paves the way for its latest offering; green wines. (more…)
Royal Court Theatre gets 15 nominations
• Audience Award for Most Popular Show shortlist revealed
• Three categories extended to six nominations for the first time (more…)
February 9, 2010
HIGHEST-CHARTING ORCHESTRAL ALBUM EVER!
HIGHEST CLASSICAL ALBUM THIS CENTURY!
FIRST VIOLINIST EVER TO REACH NO.2! (more…)
As cheesemonger to the Queen, when Gloucestershire resident, Arthur Cunynghame sold Paxton and Whitfield Ltd, he could have dined off anecdotes from an illustrious 30 year career in cheese and wine, for the rest of his life. However, an industrious entrepreneur, Cunynghame gathered his stories into one volume and embarked upon a new career as a publisher. (more…)
PRS for Music, the organisation that collects royalties on behalf of composers and songwriters, today announces that 50 years on from Hollywood’s unveiling of its popular tourist attraction the ‘Walk of Fame’, 76% of the UK population would like to see London’s West End boasting its very own memorial to celebrate British talent. (more…)
A new TV advertising campaign that shows how rewarding a career in social care can be and urges individuals to consider this as a career option, kicks off this week. (more…)
• Gold Heart Appeal Campaign unveils the “new look” Gold Heart badge with Alesha Dixon
• Gold Heart badges available to buy nationwide in the UK from 28th January 2010*
• Raising a disabled child costs £26,000 a year, three times more than raising a non-disabled child and everyday in the UK 75 children are born or diagnosed with a disability (more…)
February 8, 2010
Daily supplementation with the omega-3 fatty acid, docosahexaenoic acid (DHA) can improve both memory function and heart health in healthy older adults according to the results of the Memory Improvement with DHA Study (MIDAS), presented on July 12th at the 2009 International Conference on Alzheimer’s Disease in Vienna. (more…)
The joints do not jump, the fare is formidably uneven. But – for twenty-four hours, at any rate – Malcolm Gluck is sensible to Bournemouth’s old-fashioned charms
Illustrated by Bob Wilson (more…)
