LIFE has changed so dramatically over the last 50 years it’s little wonder our grandchildren think we’re exaggerating when we tell them how it used to be. Outside toilets, getting bathed in front of the fire in a tin bath, and sweets once a week – if we were lucky. Worse still, no television, computers, no lifts to school by car, and a slap with the cane if we were late. And we didn’t complain because that was what life was like, and most of us grew up none the worse for it.It was a different world, and when we look back we marvel at how different it was for the children who followed us. When Betty Hirst’s grandchildren asked her what her life had been like, she started writing it down.Some weeks ago we published her memories of growing up in Batley Carr, and this week we continue with her courtship and marriage to her first boyfriend, Norman Hirst.The couple, who live in Thornhill, have been married for more than 60 years, and the following is … [Read more...] about Love is all you need for Betty and Norman Hirst
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Kate Garraway talks dirty weekends, dealing with Piers Morgan and why she’s hit her prime at 51
KATE Garraway has her immaculately blow-dried hair in her hands and her forehead face-down on the table. It’s not the best start to an interview. “I’ve had a weird 36 hours,” she explains. “I’m so tired. I’m worried I’m going to say something that sounds lunatic.” Coat, £49.50 from Marks and Spencer — buy now Bodysuit, £48.00 from Ninety Percent — buy now The queen of breakfast TV is used to the eye-wateringly early morning starts for Good Morning Britain. She’s even au fait with going from several hours of live TV straight into her radio show on Smooth FM. However, she’s also just flown back from a family holiday to Florida with her husband Derek Draper and two children Darcey, 13, and Billy, nine, and adding jet lag to the mix has almost tipped her over the edge. But if anyone can thrive on fewer than 40 winks, it’s Kate. This summer she’ll celebrate 21 years of presenting breakfast … [Read more...] about Kate Garraway talks dirty weekends, dealing with Piers Morgan and why she’s hit her prime at 51
From traditional to modern classics, these are the best bridal shoes
With the exception of your jewellery, and maybe a veil if you're wearing one, your wedding shoes will most likely be the standout accessory in your bridal trousseau. But with so many designs out there, how to choose the perfect pair? Comfort is crucial, especially if you plan to wear the same shoes from the ‘I dos’ to the dance floor. A regular heel-wearer? You’ll be spoiled for choice with the number of statement stiletto styles on offer. But if you’re not used to wearing heels, you may want to look to block heel designs, and there are some stunning wedding-worthy ones of those out there too. Whether you dare to wear a contrasting colour or opt to keep things traditional in white or ivory, our edit has something to suit. From high street to high end, here are the best bridal shoes to walk down the aisle in. Jimmy Choo ARI Best for: marrying Prince Charming Inspired by the world-famous fairy tale, Jimmy Choo’s Swarovski encrusted pumps brings … [Read more...] about From traditional to modern classics, these are the best bridal shoes
Man’s body dumped in Burton remains a mystery
A man's body found dumped in Burton's Washlands wearing a woman's wedding ring remains Staffordshire's oldest missing person case and unsolved murder - dating back 48 years. The victim, who became known as Fred the Head, is one of NINE people found in Staffordshire and Derbyshire who remain unidentified to this day. The mysteries stretch back as far as 1971 with the most recent case going back to 1996. Police have even included their faces pictured on mortuary slabs in a desperate bid to identify them. They include a man found in a ditch who had been there for approximately six months before he was found, as well as a diabetic discovered in the false roof of some partially constructed flats. Sadly, their identities remain mysteries, in some cases more than 40 years on. Fred was found in a shallow grave, off Newton Road, Winshill, in March 1971, and despite being the subject of a recent BBC Crimewatch investigation police are still no closer to finding out who he actually was and how he … [Read more...] about Man’s body dumped in Burton remains a mystery
The footballer, the prince and the proposition
UK By Owen Amos BBC News, Manchester 14 April 2019 Share this with Facebook Share this with Messenger Share this with Twitter Share this with Email Share this with Facebook Share this with WhatsApp Share this with Messenger Share this with Twitter Share Share this with These are external links and will open in a new window Email Share this with Email Facebook Share this with Facebook Messenger Share this with Messenger Messenger Share this with Messenger Twitter Share this with Twitter Pinterest Share this with Pinterest WhatsApp Share this with WhatsApp LinkedIn Share this with LinkedIn Copy this link https://www.bbc.co.uk/news/uk-47258619 Read more about sharing. These are external links and will open in a new window Close share panel The Grand Hotel, Cannes, 1976. On a hot summer night, a rich man and a poor man stand in a lift.The rich man is … [Read more...] about The footballer, the prince and the proposition