An Australian man was thrilled to see the end of a drought - and his joyful, beer-fuelled reaction has delighted people around the world. Ben Goatcher lives in Dubbo, western New South Wales (NSW), a town ravaged by a lengthy drought over the summer. While the 28-year-old was enjoying dinner at his father's property on Sunday evening (local time), a storm came rolling in, bringing much-needed rain to the area. Australia suffering 'worst drought in living memory' Powerful symbol of drought-stricken Australian farmers New Zealand's regions now drier than Australian outback In celebration, Mr Goatcher tore off his shirt and went for a run through the drenched paddocks, still clutching a beer in one hand. He even dived into a muddy puddle, which was captured on camera by his sister Sarah Jay. His reaction was entirely spontaneous, he told local newspaper The Stawell Times. "My brother-in-law jumped in the pool and I thought 'I've got to go one better than you'," he says. "I kept the … [Read more...] about Watch: ‘Bloody legend’ in hilarious beer-fuelled celebration in rain after NSW drought
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Ukrainians celebrating Unity Day
Today, activists will form a "human chain" on Kyiv's Paton Bridge across the Dnipro River. Photo from UNIAN On January 22, Ukrainians celebrate Unity Day, marking the proclamation at Kyiv's St. Sophia Square in 1919 of the Reunification Act between the Ukrainian People's Republic and the Western Ukrainian People's Republic. Unity Day became an official holiday in 1991 under the decree by former Ukrainian President Leonid Kuchma. In December 2011, the then-President Viktor Yanukovych abolished Freedom Day celebrated on November 22 and Unity Day marked on January 22 and established Day of Unity and Freedom to be celebrated on January 22. Three years later, in November 2014, the head of state, Petro Poroshenko, established Day of Dignity and Freedom on November 21, returning the celebration of Unity Day to January 22. Read also Ukrainians consider Churches' Unifying Council, martial law main events of 2018 – poll The main tradition of the holiday is "human chain" formations … [Read more...] about Ukrainians celebrating Unity Day
Orthodox Christians in Macedonia celebrate Epiphany
The citizens of Macedonia of Orthodox Christian religion celebrated on Saturday the holiday of Epiphany. A series of celebrations took place all over Macedonia, with the traditional ritual of casting of the holy cross in a local river or lake, after which men jump in the water, and whoever catches the cross first is believed to be blessed and fortunate throughout the entire year. The PM Zoran Zaev addressed greetings to the citizens on occasion of this holiday. “The holiday of Epiphany is a chance for all of us to repent for our sins and get rid of the negative feelings. The baptism and the Christian belief allow us all to accept our spiritual maturity and which each other love and prosperity and a better tomorrow,” writes the congratulation note of Zaev. The President of Macedonia Gjorge Ivanov and the Parliament Speaker Talat Xhaferi also sent their best regards to the citizens celebrating Epiphany, with wishes for love and good health. The leader of the opposition … [Read more...] about Orthodox Christians in Macedonia celebrate Epiphany
Thatcham nursery celebrates outstanding rating
“INSPIRATIONAL” staff at Thatcham Day Nursery and Preschool are celebrating an outstanding Ofsted report. All inspection categories – effectiveness of leadership and management, quality of teaching, personal development, behaviour and welfare and outcomes for children – were rated outstanding. The inspection of the Church Gate nursery, which took place in December, marks a one-grade jump from its previous rating of good in 2014. Manager Abbey Towsey said: “The hard work, dedication and enthusiasm that the team have towards the care of our children is inspiring. “We are extremely proud and overwhelmed how this has been captured within our report.” Inspectors said that inspirational and dedicated staff demonstrated outstanding teaching and interaction, backed up by the “enthusiastic, organised and dedicated manager”, to provide an exceptionally high quality of care and learning for children. “Staff are … [Read more...] about Thatcham nursery celebrates outstanding rating
New features for VegfestUK Brighton’s two-day event as it celebrates ten years
New features will reflect the growing interest in veganism at VegfestUK Brighton’s tenth-anniversary festival this year. Spokeswoman Karin Ridgers said: “If you are vegan curious, wondering what to do after Veganuary or simply love trying new food, VegfestUK Brighton is well worth a visit.“VegfestUK organisers welcome exciting new features at Brighton 2019 - Animal Think Tank, Plant-Based Health, Permaculture, Yoga. Radical Veganism.”The festival is on March 23 and 24 at the Brighton Centre.“Entering its 11th year of existence, VegfestUK Brighton plays host to a wide variety of topics in its programme of talks. Brand-new areas in 2019 include:“Animal Think Tank - with talks and panels focusing on 'how' a powerful, anti-speciesist movement can be built that can achieve Animal Justice,“Plant-Based Health - with talks hosted by Plant Based Health Professionals UK with an evidence-led, science-based approach to subjects on plant-based health and … [Read more...] about New features for VegfestUK Brighton’s two-day event as it celebrates ten years