Devon and Cornwall Police's Chief Constable Shaun Sawyer said: "We have been preparing for this event for several months, including speaking with colleagues who have managed similar events, so we can ensure that we continue to effectively serve our local communities in the run up to, during and after the event." … [Read more...] about Cornwall seaside resort to host G7 summit of world leaders
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Family tragedy haunts the hunt for climber on ‘killer mountain’
In 1970, in a controversy that still resonates today, Gunther Messner, brother of the most famous Himalayan mountaineer, Rheinhold Messner, was lost as the two men descended. Climbed for the first time in winter in 2016, Nanga Parbat remains a daunting prospect in any season. And while Nardi had been on the mountain before, including in winter, Nanga Parbat was only the second Himalayan expedition for Ballard, a man described by his peers as a “strong, talented and very capable climber” in a field where experience and persistence in the face of repeated failure is often the key. … [Read more...] about Family tragedy haunts the hunt for climber on ‘killer mountain’
How a Scottish postie’s simple sea shanty struck a global chord
The Wellerman itself may have a unique appeal during the pandemic too, as the song is about waiting for a ship to bring supplies while on a seemingly endless whale hunt. (Soon may the Wellerman come/ To bring us sugar and tea and rum/ One day, when the tonguin’ is done/ We’ll take our leave and go.) … [Read more...] about How a Scottish postie’s simple sea shanty struck a global chord
COVID-19: Second variant from Brazil ‘likely’ already in the UK, SAGE scientist says
The global death toll from COVID-19 has passed two million, according to a count from Johns Hopkins University in the USBoris Johnson said 45% of the over-80s and almost 40% of care home residents have received at least one dose of a coronavirus vaccine.Government scientists put the latest reproductive number - the R rate - for the UK at 1.2 to 1.3, for data examined up to 11 JanuaryElsewhere in the UK, toughened lockdown restrictions have come into force in Scotland - with new rules on takeaway food and drink, and the end of non-essential click-and-collect services. … [Read more...] about COVID-19: Second variant from Brazil ‘likely’ already in the UK, SAGE scientist says
Carbon capture is vital to meeting climate goals, scientists tell green critics
This point was stressed by Haszeldine. “When CCS was first touted, it was seen as a way of cleaning up electricity generated by fossil fuels, in particular those burning coal. But now it is clear it can play a key role in cleaning up other industries. … [Read more...] about Carbon capture is vital to meeting climate goals, scientists tell green critics
