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Union Jack News - June 2011
Union Jack News - June 2011
3 June 2011
PRESIDENT BARACK OBAMA and British Prime Minister David Cameron took in a game of table tennis with London students. The two powerful world leaders had challenged students Jason Do and Jamiyu Mojaj to a game of ping-pong at the Globe Academy in Southwark, South London, and both looked serious about it, the Daily Mail reported. Obama met Cameron at his official 10 Downing St residence after the president and his wife, Michelle, spent much of May 24 at Buckingham Palace in the
company of Queen Elizabeth II, her husband Prince Philip and other royal family members. The two leaders shared Obamas limo for the ride to the Globe Academy in Londons Southwark neighborhood. The school has more than 900 students, ages 3 to 16. Obama and Cameron saw some science exhibits, then rolled up their sleeves for a match against two teenage boys. After a handful of winning shots and the handshakes were over, it was revealed that Cameron and Obama appeared to have taken a sound beating.
By Cassandra Vinograd THE FORTUNES of many Britains wealthiest individuals appear to have turned. The 1,000 richest people in Britain increased their collective wealth by 18 percent in the past year and are now worth 395.8bn, according to a list published by the Sunday Times newspaper. The newspaper was to later release its annual rundown of Britains Duke of 1,000 richest individuals Westminster and families. Steel magnate Lakshmi Mittals family members held onto their position as the wealthiest people in Britain with a fortune of 17.5bn but they are 22 percent poorer than a year earlier thanks to a drop in the share price of ArcelorMittal. Fellow metals mogul Alisher Usmanov, a Russian who has a stake in English football club Arsenal, saw the biggest increase in wealth. He climbed six spots on the list to No 2 after adding 7.7bn to his fortune. He is now worth 12.4bn, according to the list. ADDING The Duke of Westminster fell out of the top three for the rst time since 1999 despite adding 250m to his fortune. The Briton owns huge parcels of land in central London and elsewhere. For the rst time, more than 100 women made the cut a feat that this year required a fortune of at least 70m. In 2010, the bar was set at 63 million while in 2008 it was 55 million. The study shows that the number of billionnaires in the UK now stands at 73 up from 53 a year earlier but just shy of the record of 75 set in the pre-crisis List of 2008, when the collective wealth of the top 1,000 was 413bn.
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UK To Provide Police Uniforms To Libyas Rebels
BRITAIN will supply police ofcers in rebel-held eastern Libya with uniforms and body armor, and help establish a public radio station, Prime Minister David Camerons ofce said last month. Following talks with Mustafa AbdulJalil, head of Libyas National Transitional Council, Cameron said he had invited the rebels to open a permanent ofce in London to cement contacts with Britain. However, the UK has not followed France and Italy in recognizing the council as Libyas legitimate government. These steps continue our very clear intention to work with the council to ensure Libya has a safe and stable future, free from the tyranny of the Gadha regime, Cameron said, following talks at his Downing Street residence. Camerons ofce said Britain would Continued on page 4
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STAFF AT an aquarium in Blackpool say they were shocked to discover there was a unknown shark swimming around their tank. Bosses at the Sea Life centre only realised the presence of the mystery shark when they spotted two shark eggs in the massive half-a-million litre tank. Because the sharks known to be in the tank only give birth to live young, they concluded there was another hidden one somewhere in there. Experts think the still undiscovered shark is an easily camouflaged tropical carpet shark which may have been introduced by one of several former aquarium curators.
TODAYS BRITAIN
BY LARRY GARDNER
POLICE IN Devon were called in last month to investigate pig attacks in Cockwood near Teignbridge, where a large sow with piglets dug her teeth into a 13-year-old holidaymaker from Wales, who was bitten on the arm. Jordan Stock of Pontypridd, said the pig just came out at him causing him to fall, and he fended her off with his arm. Another woman in the area who was admiring the animals had a shock when the sow bit her on the leg. Chris Jeffrey, 29, who runs the nearby Cofton Country Holiday Park insists it is a Black Spot sow with many wild boar attributes, and had probably escaped from the Eastern Plantation pig farm which breeds rare and distinctive wild pig species. But owner David Baker denies the vicious pig attacks come from his establishment and claims all of his pigs are in the pens and none of them are missing. No one is sure who own this aggressive porker, who turns up in the nearby woodland and park areas. Jeffrey says over 40 pig escapes have put locals and tourists at risk over the last four years and hostile hogs are a big problem. He has approached the Teignbridge District Council to get involved in the dilemma, citing that if they are not biting people they are digging up local gardens and fields while scouting for food. Devon and Cornwall Police spokeswoman Deborah Sleeman, confirmed that pig escapes are a civil matter, and while dog bites can lead to prosecutions there is nothing in the law books regarding pigs biting people.
exercising on a treadmill for 55 minutes at the local gym. The Department for Work and Pensions had been tipped off that Mary Grace, had not been truthful in her claim of 283 per month disability benefits. Investigators tracked her to the Spindles Gym at the Adelphi Hotel, where she was monitored with the free weights, using the resistance machines and the swimming pool. She was charged will unlawfully receiving nearly 20,000 in disability benefits over a six year period. She is expected to return the monies. The Court ordered a 12 week suspended jail sentence, with 75 in costs.
of Cleese, but something more appropriate interested the tall Monty Pythonite, but the thought that as a working peer in the House of Lords he would have to attend during British winters melted the icing of the cake. Too much of a price to pay, he said. Cleese, 71, divides his time between California and the UK, and in hindsight, appears quite happy to have turned down the offer. He also refused a CBE in 1996, explaining, because I think they are silly.
STEVEN BUNT is an enthusiastic salesman looking to lower gas and electric bills for prospective customers, but his fervent sales pitch and over excitement got him into a lot of trouble last month. After being invited to the home of a single mother who was ready to accept the savings, Bunt, 29, shook her hand then pulled her into a full embrace and kissed her full on the lips. The stunned female was outraged and threw the salesman out into the street and immediately called the police. The severely shaken unnamed woman said she had suffered bouts of crying and was unsure if she could continue living at the location. At Plymouth Crown Court, the salesman had a 12-month prison sentence suspended for two years, with two years of probation. Judge Francis Gilbert ordered him to attend the Thames Valley Sex Offenders
PAUL RIGBY married Emily Horne in 1996, but as a soldier in the Royal Irish Regiment he was posted overseas and the marriage did not last. Rigby, 33, would like to get divorced, but he cannot find the pretty wife he married fifteen years ago. His wifes nuptials after their broken marriage have only complicated things. Since their estrangement, Emily Horne has married Chris Barratt, salesman Ashley Baker, and train guard James Matthew, but never legally ended the previous wedding vows. She was found guilty of bigamy in 2004, and given a six-month jail sentence, but came straight out of jail and married a fifth husband. Two years ago, she was in court again, and a two year suspended jail sentence was ordered after she pleaded a personality disorder. She told the court she would divorce legally and properly as she planned to marry a new boyfriend. But apparently, she never took the legal proprieties she promised the judge. Paul Rigby, who is still her legal husband, says he is glad to be free of her but wants a proper divorce. He has been trying to track her down for years, but without much luck. Apparently, Mrs Rigby, enjoys the notoriety she receives in the newspapers even though her romantic entanglements broke up because she could not help but show the clipping to her new hubbies. Getting rid of her will be like getting rid of a millstone from around my neck, said the exasperated husband, who continues his search.
SCOTTISH POLICE who pulled over an unsteady vehicle on the A9 in Perthshire, had little trouble getting a conviction when the driver tumbled out the car complaining of being a little drunk. A car load of occupants returning from a fishing trip, had obviously over-imbibed, especially the driver. John Murphy, 36, of Newcastle, was fined 500 and banned from driving for 15 months. The fishing expedition had been considerably shortened, after a planned overnight stay at a local hotel resulted in the men being thrown out in the early hours of the morning for noisey and rambunctious behaviour.
A 60-YEAR-OLD grandmother who claimed she could hardly walk and rarely got out of the house was before Liverpools Magistrates Court last month, after she was caught
Granny Cheated The System, But Gym Visits Let Her Down
COMEDIC actor John Cleese has revealed in an interview with the Telegraph that he turned down a peerage in 1999, after LiberalDemocrat leader Paddy Ashdown had promoted the subject. Probably not Lord Fawlty
A MIDSUMMER Skinny Dip off the Gower Peninsula, on the beach at Rhossili Bay, Wales, is aiming to beat the old world record of 250 naked people in the ocean at the same time. Organiser Alison Powell, is hoping to get 300 nude volunteers to take a dip in the Bristol Channel, to raise money for the Marie Curie Cancer Centre and the National Trust. Rhossili Bay was voted Britains best beach earlier this year, and then voted the best picnic spot in the nation after a survey of travel writers. It is an isolated curved bay, which should keep the any prurient spectators away, but clothed people will be needed to do the actual count and verify the event. The nude bathers have to be in the sea for ten minutes all at one time, with the water at least, up to their waist. Theres been lots of enthusiasm, said Alison Powell. She admits she has never been skinny dipping before, but she will discard her garments with the other volunteers in the early morning, scheduled time, June 21. A Pippas Bum Goes Viral On good number of people have signed up and Youtube And Twitter everyone thinks they can break the world record. PIPPA MIDDLETONS bottom looks set to go viral after pranksters posted a cheeky music mash-up on YouTube. Cockerels A Dying Breed Set to the song Shake Ya Ass by Mystikal, But, At Someones Hands the video highlights Pippas most eye-catchTHERES A cockerel killer on the loose ing moments from the Royal Wedding. in Bishop Monkton, a small rural comAt one stage, it appears as though a munity near Harrogate in north Yorkshire. clergyman is nodding in approval of the The 500-strong residents of this hamlet maid of honours derriere, reported the have back gardens full of clucking chickens Daily Mirror. and some have roosters. For the most part, Pippa caused a real stir in her bridesmaid villagers are at ease with this rural chicken dress and a Facebook group praising her lifestyle. But suddenly, mysterious anony- assets has already attracted more than mous letters began to arrive complaining 10,000 fans. about the noisy roosters, and last month Her bum also seemingly has its own three birds disappeared from their coops, Twitter account, @pippasass, which has kidnapped during the dead of night. Peter just under 800 followers. Taplin, 69, had a Wyandotte cockerel in his The YouTube clip has already notched up backyard, but it has since disappeared, and nearly 60,000 hits in just one day. It is one in the present circumstances, he does not of dozens of clips of Pippa at the wedding expect to see the bird again. Jane Gosney had posted on the video-sharing website. her cockerel, Kevin, taken, and its body was found mutilated three miles away. Another missing bird has not surfaced. Its scary to think of someone snooping around your back yard in the early hours of the morning, said Jane Taplin. The police have been called in and are doing a thorough investigation, and suspect it maybe some-one who recently moved in to the community and are unable to cope with the early morning crowing of the villages cocks.
Comedy man Milton Jones set to discover whether cows had a sense of humour, and was joined by cow expert Bruce Woodacre on a Hertfordshire farm to test the reaction of a herd of fresians. He performed a special set of visual and verbal jokes, called Pull The Udder One, while Woodacre monitored the cows reaction. Gags included: So you cows say youre vegetarians but how come you all wear leather, eh? and: Went to one of those farmers markets the other day bought a couple of farmers. Should taste lovely! Mr Jones said: Writing comedy for cows was very different to my day job but a comedian plays to his audience, so I wrote a raft of new material to really get under their hides. They were a tough crowd to begin with, although Ive played to tougher, and whilst I tried not to milk it too much when I was up there, in the end I can say hand on heart they were udderly brilliant. Woodacre, who has studied cow behaviour for more than 40 years, said: Happy cows are more productive and theres a chance weve stumbled across something here. Most of the herd crowded closely round the stage and jostled for a good position. They had their mouths open and their ears laid back, indicating they were relaxed and content. Not everyone was entertained though I definitely heard some low heckling moos and there were even a few walk-outs. The stunt was set up by Bel UK, makers of The Laughing Cow cheese.
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The move comes at a time of major changes at Victoria. Land Securities, which owns a lot of property in the area, is planning an estimated 2m makeover of the area opposite the station. Other building works are set to last until 2016. The Stage Door pub, where creators of the Goon Show Peter Sellers, Harry Secombe and Spike Milligan used to meet, falls within the demolition area, and owners of the Stag pub in Victoria Street say that they will be closing in 2012, then the pub will be bulldozed. Refurbishment work is also due at Castle Lane, to a row of houses behind City Hall. Eland House, which is also owned by Land Securities, was built in the 1990s, and it is believed that Westminster City Council is considering moving into the top six floors if its cabinet give the plan the go-ahead. A spokesman for Land Securities said: Our plans will transform Victoria into a leading business and leisure destination via striking architecture, clearer pedestrian routes and enhanced public spaces. ANOTHER ROYAL WEDDING? Another royal wedding is on the way that of Princess Annes daughter Zara Phillips and her fianc Mark Tindall, described as a far more irreverent couple who will go down well with a British public still suffering from royal wedding fatigue. FINALLY A man who had been poisoned lay dying on his death bed. He said to his wife, who was by his bedside: Before I go, I have a confession to make to you. Im sorry to say, dear, that I have been unfaithful to you for the past five years. His wife replied: Yes I know. Thats why I poisoned you. sholmes168@gmail.com
The 12-metre wide pontoon called the River Park will link eight pavilions themed on topics such as transport, innovation and culture, which will host events and showcase London. It is based on the New York High Line, a public park built on an old elevated railway. CABLE CAR CONTRACT SIGNED Electrical engineer Mr T Clarke has won several contracts in the capital, including work on the new London cable car, which will stretch across the Thames from the Excel exhibition centre to the O2 arena. Clarke has a 4m deal for the electrical installation work on the 1100m cable car, which is being overseen by Mace, the firm behind the construction of the Shard skyscraper. When completed next year, the cable car will journey every 30 seconds, with the fiveminute trip offering spectacular views of the capital, rivalling the London Eye. Other contracts include work on the 2012 Olympic Stadium as well as the Tate Modern 2, the stunning new giant glass pyramid planned for the South Bank. MINISTERS SECRET WINE CELLAR A treasure trove of vintage wine in a government cellar at St Jamess has remained a state secret for decades. Now for the first time ministers have opened the cellar at Lancaster House as part of reforms to make it a self-financing operation during the public spending cuts. Some of the finest wines will be auctioned off and fresh stock bought for future years. With a value of up to 10,000, or 1,600 a glass, the fine wine, bought for 30p, is among the most expensive of the 39,000 bottles in the cellar. Security has been tightened after a builder sneaked out with a bottle a few years ago while renovation works were going on. Inside the cellar, which is kept at a temperature of 12C, pride of place is taken by a 20ft elm table carved from a tree which fell in Green Park in 1830. Almost as old is an 1878 Cognac, the oldest stock, which has since been rebottled. Each bottle in the cellar is given a grading: A1, A, B or C and a description after being tasted by a Master of Wine. By selling off some of the finest stock, about 50,000 a year will be raised to buy thousands of bottles often Chilean Merlot for about 3 for run of the mill events as well as some better vintages to lay down. Officially, the cellar is valued at between 900,000 and 2m, but it is probably worth far more. Orl ov wish goesh to proov that I am not as thunk as you drink I am! LONDON BRIDGE IS GOING UP Plans for an 800m redevelopment of London Bridge have been announced by Network Rail. The scheme, to be completed by 2018, includes a concourse larger than a Wembley football pitch, which will be filled with natural light from huge glass canopies. Two new entrances will be built (well they wouldnt build old ones, would they?) at Tooley Street and St Thomas Street. A MOVING STORY Westminster Council is considering a move from City Hall to share a building with two government ministers: Eric Pickles and Grant Shapps. The council will abandon its 19-storey premises at 64 Victoria Street and move to nearby Eland House in Bressenden Place, where the Department for Communities and Local Government is based.
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University of East London dance student Lucy Sam, 19, from Birmingham, said the choreography had been inspired by the royal wedding and explored romance using urban dance techniques. Our theme was Romeo and Juliet because of the royal wedding. Its just to celebrate Kate and William and their love, she said. Sightseer Tom Accor, 22, from Turin, Italy, said the cameras and mounting anticipation had made him think something big was about to happen.
I saw the cameras before and thought it would be the Queen or Kate and William arriving but this was very surprising, he said.
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count the ways. He wears his jumper tied by the sleeves and slung around his neck. He is too posh for words. And his first words on arriving on the Street are: Toddly, relax. Thats right, he calls him Toddly. So Jools and Toddly brighten up Eileens day then ruin it with their fancy London ways, theres a class clash and chaos on the cobbles but it all ends well with a motherly hug, wrapped up with a Weatherfield warm glow. Ken and Deirdre take up an evening class for old crocks ands tart pottery throwing. Ken wants to sculpt an Etruscan Urn, Deirdre just wants to make an ashtray so when Deirdres pottery teacher praises her to the hilt for her urn work, Ken sulks in the corner over the attention that Deirdres attracting for her talent. Kens sculptures more flaccid, a limp little vase that you could probably stick a couple of carnations in if you were so inclined. Corrie took its outside broadcast crew to Blackpool again where Tracy had ambushed Steve into spending the day with her and their daughter, Amy. However, Amy went missing, Steves car got towed away and they all had to stay in a B&B overnight but hush, dont tell Steves wife Becky because shell go mental. Tracy makes sure that Becky finds out and yes she went mental, taking herself out on the booze for a binge and a bloke. And finally this month, Roy Croppers mum Sylvia arrived on the Street. She gets her feet under the table at Roys Rolls caff and her mighty frame behind the counter when she helps out a frantic Roy whos having a busy day and needs a spare pair of hands. Glenda Young http://coronationstreetupdates.blogspot.com/
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TWO CORRIE regulars leave the Street this month as Eddie Windass says auf wiedersehen and heads to Germany, leaving wife Anna to look after foster daughter Faye. And Liz McDonald hangs up her barmaids apron and skimpy thongs to skip town after husband Jim was sent to prison, again. We also have two weddings this month, the sham wedding of Graeme and Xin (pronounced Sheen) that allows her to stay in the country and secure a visa, (pronounced veeza), The other wedding was David Platts marriage to Kylie. Gail did her best to bribe the bride with a used envelope full of cash, just like they do in The Sopranos, hoping Kylie would take a thousand pounds to do a runner. She did, straight to the tackiest dress shop she could find and spent the cash on a wedding outfit that knocks Gail sick then spends the rest of it on a Platt honeymoon to Tenerife. Elsewhere, Gail Platts fed up and decides to go job hunting. I think Id be good at counselling, she tells a not-too-convinced Audrey. Everyone always tells me all their problems, Ive got that sort of face. Instead she takes that sort of face, puts some slap on it and goes for an interview as bar manager at Nicks bistro. She doesnt get the job of course. Nick needs someone who can stay up all hours with the energy to run a trendy bar into the small hours till party oclock, not his mum who falls asleep on the sofa during the ten oclock news. She does, however, get the job of cleaner instead which isnt what she wants but shes near to her Nick and thats good enough for Gail. In the war of the Websters, Sally and Kevin go halves on Kevs lottery win. Will the Webster women spend, spend, spend? And what on, on, on? Rosie wants to splash out on hair extensions and Sally wants a rattan patio set. Kevin just wants Sally back. Eileen gets a nice surprise when son Todd returns with new bloke Jools in tow. There are many reasons to dislike Jools so let us
ONE HAS always had to wonder what so many beautiful women have seen in Ian Beale. Its one of those disbeliefs that one must suspend when one gets absorbed into a great drama. But this month there is the culmination of something more believable: A divorce. But first... Dot is still resisting needed assistance from anyone, fearing a loss of independence, but finally agrees to a part-time helper... Abi is in puppy love with Jay... Christian and Syed are trying to adopt... Whitney is having a hard time readjusting to being back on the Square and fears people finding out what happened to her while she was away... And speaking of away... Ronnie has been in jail, since being arrested for the kidnapping. She doesnt want out but Roxy finally gets her a good lawyer and gets her bailed. Back on the Square, she (wisely) is afraid to go out. Her presence is also torturing Kat, who cannot have a normal life with her baby Tommy because of the trauma Ronnie caused. Because Ronnie wont go out, Kat sneaks in and in an intense scene, confronts her what she did. And Jack, who has been lurching from bottle to bottle since finding out the truth, at first wants her gone, but then says he wants her back. Though even if he does, she will be standing trial very soon... And over at Chez Beale...Jane has one ally, a lawyer hired for her by Phil Mitchell who,
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NICK CLEGG and the Liberal Democrats came a right cropper in the May elections. On Thursday May 5, most of the UK went to the polls for assembly and council elections. Scotland went overwhelmingly for the Scottish National Party headed by Alec Salmond. Twelve years after devolution, the SNP won a majority of the seats, mainly from the Lib Dems but also significantly from the Labour and Conservative Parties. So devastating was the rout of the three parties that one by one each of their leaders in Scotland tendered his or her resignation, leaving Salmond as the unchallenged First Minister of Scotland, free to call for a referendum on Scottish independence at his own convenience. Unfortunately for him, the Scottish people do not seem at this stage to favour withdrawal from the United Kingdom. Support for such a move looks to be stuck at something around 30 percent at best. But he has a further five years in which to change the voters minds and it would be a brave man (or woman) who would bet against this happening. HALF In Wales, it was the Labour party which was the main beneficiary of the Lib Dem implosion. Here Labour picked up exactly half the available seats and announced their intention to rule as a minority administration. For the Principality, however, any move towards independence is unlikely, if only because Plaid Cymru, the SNPs Welsh counterparts, actually lost seats.
John Polley has been a UJ columnist, based in the UK, for 28 years, and is planning on writing a book, provisionally entitled The Way Things Were. Johns goal is to assemble a collection of peoples recollections of growing up in the UK during the 1940s and early 50s. Topics like, food, clothes, entertainment, work (part-time etc) their attitudes, discipline, education, holidays, leisure, weather, particular recollections etc, all good. John is not seeking to write something that emphasises hardships, rather a book that demonstrates the differences between then and now. We know our diverse readership has an enormous amount to contribute. If you feel you would like to have your thoughts featured in the book please email to: thewaywewere@live.co.uk England was voting for its local councils and Labour emerged as the days winner. It won back 800 or so of the seats it had lost four years ago and took control of councils all over the north of England. In the south, the Conservatives more than held their own, actually increasing their representation by a hundred council gains. Labour might be encouraged by taking an equal share of the popular vote with the Tories but David Cameron must have been positively delighted that he had avoided blame for the swingeing cuts his coalition government is making. It was the Lib Dems who really paid the Cameron by contrast fronted the No campaign, taking the opportunity to rub salts into Cleggs wounds by pointing out that mans broken promises, such as over tuition fees, the one single issue that has so discredited the Lib Dems in the past year. Understandably, this infuriated Clegg and his colleagues since it was the terms of the coalition agreement that had led to the broken promises. OVERWHELMING The AV result was announced during the evening of Friday May 6. It ended in an overwhelming rejection for Clegg, being voted cereal and drink brands have already been banned or taken off supermarket shelves after Danish legislation in 2004 restricted foods fortified with extra vitamins or minerals. But Marmite had escaped notice as an exotic import for a small number of ex-pats until the Danish Veterinary and Food Administration telephoned Abigails, a Copenhagen shop selling British food, to ban it.
down by 68 percent to 32 percent, the sort of rebuff that has put an alternative voting system out of discussion for at least the next 20 years, if not for ever. Clegg and his party are arguably the most despised group in British politics. In reality they probably had little choice about entering a coalition: perhaps they should even be applauded for giving stable government in difficult times. Nevertheless, enjoying the sensation of real power for the first time since the 1920s, they set about the job a little too happily. They were as vigorous as the Tories in damning the outgoing Labour government. They insisted on the necessity of cutting hard and fast, though in the run-up to the 2010 General Election they had been in agreement with labour about the dangers of such a strategy. They discarded their objection to raising tuition fees despite every one of their MPs having signed a public pledge not to do so. Little wonder that when the electorate came to casting their council and AV votes in May 2011 it was hostility to the Lib Dems that moved them most. Belatedly they are attempting to draw a greater distinction between themselves and their Conservative allies. The battle ground will be the reforms to the National Health Service proposed by Health Secretary Andrew Lansley, which in their view will totally threaten its existence. One might have sympathy for this stance were it not for the fact that it has already gone through the House of Commons with Lib Dem support and was stalled by health professionals opposition as it reached the House of Lords. The results brought few crumbs of comfort to the new Labour leader, Ed Miliband, but not many. His partys strength in its traditional heartlands of the North seems to have reasserted itself yet it has a long journey back to being recognised as an alternative government. While it gained from Lib Dem disaffection up North and in Wales, the Tories are arguably stronger than ever in the South. FINALLY And finally...heres a little nugget for you. Should you find yourself near Ambergate and Belper in Derbyshire, its a good idea to look out for The Excavator, Buckland Hollow, which serves excellent food at a sensible price and a fine range of ales. Set your Sat Nav to DE58 2HS and make the acquaintance of the publican, Dave, who will give you your first drink free on production of this UJ article. Now that is what I call a real bargain! John Polley john.polley1@ntlworld.com
City Trader Gives 15 Novices 100k Each To Prove Anyone Can Win On Stock Market
A VETERAN broker in UK is so condent that anyone can be successful on the stock exchange that he has handed 15 novices 100,000 pounds each to prove his point. Mike Baghdady of London-based Training Traders invested 1.5m on the novices to trade on the nancial and commodity markets in a bid to prove that no specic skill sets are necessary to be a success on the trading oor. All that is needed, Cairo-born Baghdady claims, is a willingness to follow a certain set of rules. About 8,000 people applied for the three-year project and those selected include a taxi driver and a housewife. The apprentices will undergo a rigorous training regime during which they will learn Baghdadis secret trading strategy based on a system called Price Behaviour. They will then hit the trading oor at Training Traders, in Central London, to be pitted against each other over three years, all vying to out trade rivals to win a permanent role on Baghdadys money-making machine. At the end of the three years, Baghdady will decide who is hired and who is red. The rules we use have stood the test of time and are best suited for trading in the 21st century, the Daily Mail quoted a spokesperson for the company as saying. The same method we use to train nancial institutions all Mike Baghdady over the world. We will pay to train each Apprentice and then we will give each of them a fully funded account to trade live across all the nancial markets, the person revealed. All expenses and overheads will be covered by the company and, unlike the TV shows Apprentice, there can be more than one winner. But whoever fails to impress the no-nonsense mogul will face the axe. This project is the dream of my life. Ive taken on responsibility for the 15, so failure is not an option, Baghdady, a US citizen, said. The company will be documenting the performance of its trainees and hopes to eventually publish the results.
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I dont eat it myself, I dont like it but Marmite was one of our best selling products. Not a day goes by without someone coming in and asking for it, said Marianne rum, the shop owner. All the English people here are shaking their heads in disbelief and say that it is insane. I agree but it is the law. The shop has now started a Bring back Marmite campaign to overturn a ban that is seen as discriminating against Britons living and working Denmark. Lyndsay Jensen, a Yorkshire-born graphic designer working in Copenhagen, said Brits would carry on spreading Marmite on their toast, even if it meant smuggling it in to Denmark.
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wouldnt have noticed the way he pranced across the stage with his rendition of Higher and Higher. All the greatest hits were played and some new renditions, climaxing with Justin Hayward singing Nights in White Satin. You could hear a pin drop. It was without question one of the most memorable experiences anyone could ever have. Remember they were different. They were the first to put a full orchestra behind their band. The musicians for the show were equally as talented. The lineup included: Graeme Edge, Justin Hayward, John Lodge, Julie Ragins (keyboard), Norda Mullen (flute), Gordy Marshall (drums), and Alan Hewitt (keyboard). I talked to one chap who stated he saw them in a whole new light as he was stoned back then. One young lady in her 20s, Stephanie, drove her father from Hollywood and said, Now I understand why my father Steve was such an ardent fan. I think it goes beyond being a fan. The Moodys wrote, sang, and performed some of the greatest music of the last century and I urge anyone who hasnt experienced them to live just once, and go see them! www. moodybluestoday.com I looked at the audience and they were smiling, some in tears at times, everyone in the theatre I would like to know. What a nice bunch of people! When you can get that kind of reaction and influence people that much, if that isnt luv, I dont know what is?! Thanks Moody Blues, youve done more than your fair share to make this a better world to live in. Birthdays: Michael Palin 68; long time friend Bill Ward 63; Daniel Day-Lewis 54; Rick Wakeman (Yes) 62; Pete Townsend 66; Craig Ferguson 49; Cate Blanchett 42; Eric Burdon 70; Donovan 65; Ian McLagan 66; Steve Winwood 63; Eric Singer (Kiss) 53; Zoe Wanamaker 62; Mary Hopkin 61; Albert Finney 75; Glenda Jackson 75; Englebert Humperdinck 75; David Beckham 36; Pierce Brosnan 58.
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WHAT AN amazing wedding between William and Catherine that turned out to be!! Politicians and warmongers, take note (not that they will) Luv is in the air. Three billion people worldwide turned out to have a good time. Young. Old. Rich. Poor. It galvanized people worldwide and it took ordinary people to make a statement. What is it all about? No, of course it isnt all that simple, nor is there an easy answer. But we believe what it does show is we care about each other, and we all deserve to share in a bit of happiness. The monarchy is just the catalyst to bring this together. Were proud to say the Brits do that the best. Covering so much of the wedding scene that was happening last month we were lucky to be able to invest the help of our dear friend British actress and TV presenter, Julia Gayle, who ran all over LA garnering press coverage everywhere she went for the UJ: the White Harte, Cat & Fiddle, and Fox and Hounds, Julia was on NBC, Channels 5 and 9, Extra, and Inside Edition, among others. Well done Julia, you were awesome! You represented us (the UJ), the pubs, and the Brits superbly well. It looked like you were enjoying yourself, too, being right in your element. Thank Anton for all the photos as he did a magnificent job (check out www.ujnews.com under royal news tab). We barely got through the wedding when the headlines read Obama got Osama! Not that that wasnt welcome, just a reminder of all the far off wars were still dealing with. So when Scottish Lady MJ Taylor, the Captains wife of the Bill of Rights called and said,
Leo, we need you! We need you. I said, Liverpudlians Macs Fish and Chips 503 Karen, darling, Im needed! Im needed! State St (805) 897-1160 then a pint at They need me on the helm. Can I go? Please? the Press Room (805) 963-8121 before descending upon the Granada Theatre for Pretty please?? We sailed out of the Channel Islands what has to be the thrill of a lifetime...The Harbor at sunrise (how romantic) to the Moody Blues. The Granada is a warm, attractive, and remote side of Catalina at Twin Harbors. On board two dozen high school girls 15-17 from intimate theatre, where we had joined Sir the Bay School in San Francisco, including George and Lady Martin in 2009, presentHighgate born, 16-year-old Jessica Sykes, ing in his honor his show LoveLoveLove a whose dad is from Leigh on Sea came over tribute to him and his work with the Beatles. here six years ago. Also on board another So it was only fitting to enjoy a special exchange student, Naomi Wolf from Heidel- performance by The Moody Blues and the excitement was electric!! berg, Germany. From the moment they walked on stage, We were going to sail north to Santa Rosa Island but ran into 8-10 seas plus very strong standing ovations for every song throughout headwinds. So, Capt Stephen Taylor made the performance. What was hugely noticeable the call that it would take us just too long and (we had orchestra seats courtesy of Nederbe way too uncomfortable to continue, so we lander Productions) the Moodys played like altered course for San Pedro, arriving lunch it was their first ever performance. On the time the next day, and who was there to greet song I know Youre Out There Somewhere us and handle dock lines? But long time friend the audience swayed the entire time, standCapt Michael Barnes (how did he know we ing up one could help but get caught up in were coming?), a very popular member of the their magic! Graeme Edge left the drums to talk to us, British Community and patron of the British & Dominion Social Club of Garden Grove mentioning they had just had a backstage visit (714) 898-6733. Hes had one of the cushiest from Hermans Hermits Peter Noone, Mrs jobs that California has to offer, having a 60 Brown Youve Got a Lovely (grand) Daughter luxury yacht entertaining visiting celebrities, claimed he had just turned 70, although you politicians, ambassadors, and heads of state visiting Southern California. Wouldnt surprise me if William and Catherine dont go aboard as guests of Mayor Villaraigosa when they visit. Our very competent crew then sailed north to Santa Barbara where Karen and our UJ photographer Victoria Linssen grabbed Julia Gayle at one of her many interviews during the Royal Wedding. fish and chips at
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sweetened cocoa butter, which is a byproduct of chocolate processing. I think it is great that one can usually get raspberries now all year, but the best I think I ever had, was when we were on a visit to Scotland, absolute perfection!! The Digestive and Ginger biscuits make a nice change from the usual biscuit base. I hope you enjoy my version.
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... No, Madame; women can spin very well, but they cannot make a good book of Cookery.
(Samuel Johnson, 1709-84) WELL, I beg to differ, but things have changed a lot in the last 300 or so years!! Until I get my cookbook finished I cant really say much I suppose, but then I have been writing this column for 18 years, so that has to count some eh? This is just another quote from my collection of cookery things. Since we are still talking about it, I guess William and Katherines wedding was a smash hit. It really was quite special wasnt it, and made me still proud to be British even though I am no longer over there. I was pleased to see pictures of the Chocolate Biscuit wedding cake of Williams, although the one at the actual wedding was really rather splendid, (however the recipe I featured last month seemed to be quite authentic.) Its always hard to think about change of seasons when we are here in Florida, but summer is definitely here all over. I thought I would feature another dessert that is nice for the warmer weather as it doesnt need any baking. It is adapted from a BBC Good Food Magazine recipe I tried last year, and at time of writing plan to serve for a luncheon this week. It is nice to be able to make up ahead, and you do need to chill it well for 24 hours or more if possible. However it doesnt freeze as well as a regular cheesecake. Actually white chocolate isnt truly a chocolate, but is a vanilla flavoured,
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LETS CELEBRATE HER MAJESTY. Loved her yellow wedding outfit she always gets it right. Our super Sovereign doesnt wear a hat so ludicrously ugly it becomes the laughing stock of the world and is auctioned on eBay. But at least Princess Beatrice raised $131,000 for charity. The British-American Business Council of Miami (BABC) presents its annual Queens Birthday Gala Dinner with Guest of Honour Her Majestys Consul General Kevin McGurgan on Saturday, June 18. Your ticket to this elegant black tie soiree includes Open Bar, Dinner, and Wines, Live music and dancing, prizes like a Four Day Break In London from British Airways and Hilton Hotels, auction for two roundtrip tickets to London on Delta and other desirables. At the Conrad Hotel, downtown Miami. $125 per person. Advance booking required. Call Neal Stebbing (786) 302-0144. Mention Union Jack Newspaper. UK-USA LANGUAGE IRKS: 1) Why do Americans always pronounce the name Craig as Kreg? I see no e in Craig. 2) Major corporations lower the nations standards with bad grammar in their TV and radio commercials. Saying something tastes real good instead of really good gets me yelling exasperation at the TV! Inevitably, if people hear something incorrect repeated on mainstream media, they copy it and thats how American children adopt incorrect English as the norm. Of course, the truth is soon only academic dinosaurs like me will even care. ARE YOU A BRITISH realtor in Florida? International buyers play a larger role in Floridas housing market than in the other 49 states, the National Association of Realtors just announced that in the 12
months ending March 2011, 31 percent of all international buyers bought Florida property. Many of those were from the UK but they dont have exact breakdown figures. (Second place California had only 12 percent of foreign buyers). There exists a British Realtors Network of Florida, used by prospective buyers in the UK, to find a licensed fellow expat realtor in all parts of the state. For details on how to join send email to FABBjoin@gmail.com MIAMI: The newly launched British Dining Club is holding an invitation-only dinner in a private room at the upscale, waterside Smith and Wollenskys on South Beach. Your dinnermates will be fellow witty and wonderful (we hope) expats. Riff-raff not allowed! Saturday, July 2, 2011. For details email your name and phone to miamibritish@gmail.com On subject line put: Brit dinner July 2. MONDAY, MONDAY. The British Marketplace (954) 584-8888 in Davie has started a promotion where they offer different discounts and deals in their English tearoom and shop on Mondays only. Call them to find out what! BRITISH CLUBS CORNER 1) Sun City British Connection Club in the Tampa Bay area, for Brits and people of British Heritage. Call (813) 633-4368 Anita. 2) Hernando NW Florida British-American Club Call (352) 746-4157 READERS: For your nearest British club, email me your query: britishflorida@aol.com INDIAN FOOD we Brits crave it but now theres a new reason to respect it. The Indian chili called bhut jolkia has been declared by the Guinness Book of World Records as the worlds hottest spice. As such, the Indian military use it to make tear-gas hand grenades to immobilise the
enemy. But of course too much curry makes you more mobile than you want to be! DONT FORGET: You can save 20 percent off your next superb Indian meal at the Royal India in Ft Lauderdale with the coupon always in this paper. BEST OF BRITISH CORNER honours the funniest man we ever produced TOMMY COOPER (1921-1984) who made you roar before hed even spoken. So I share one classic gem each month: So I was in my car, driving along, and my boss rang up, and he said Youve been promoted. And I swerved. And then he rang up and said Youve been promoted again. And I swerved again. He rang up a third time and said Youre managing director. And I went into a tree. And a policeman came up and said What happened to you? And I said I careered off the road. (View Tommy Coopers act on YouTube now). MIAMI now has red double-decker buses, imported from Gray Line in the UK, but only for sightseeing tours around the city. This started last month and I tried both, with a fellow Brit passenger for this article. These are Hop-On, Hop-Off buses, pay on or off the bus, offering two different loops: 1) CITY TOUR around the city of Miami and down to the glorious Biltmore Hotel area in Coral Gables. This is on a single decker. 2) MIAMI BEACH around world-renowned South Beach along the ocean, Deco area and famed Fontainebleau Hotel. www.graylinemiami.com I recommend the Miami Beach atop the doubledecker as by far the best. PINT AND A PIE CORNER. Herewith I feature one Florida British pub picked at random. This is not a recommendation, unless I have personally checked out the pub, so you may deem it divine or dire. Pop in and see:
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BRITAINS National Gallery expects its Leonardo da Vinci show to be one of the most popular in its 187-year history, and is limiting tickets to prevent the exhibition from being overrun. The gallery said last month it will sell 180 tickets every 30 minutes to Leonardo da Vinci: Painter at the Court of Milan 50 fewer than it is allowed under health and safety rules. The three-month exhibition, which focuses on the artists formative years as a court painter in the 1480s and 1490s, has a capacity of 280,000, and the gallery expects it to sell out. The gallery says the show brings together the largest ever collection of the artists surviving paintings. The 60 paintings and drawings include works loaned from Italy, France, the United States, Russia and Poland, along with the National Gallerys recently restored Virgin of the Rocks. It will also include a full-scale copy of The Last Supper on loan from the Royal Academy. The original mural is in the Monastery of Santa Maria delle Grazie in Milan. Advance booking opened May 9. The gallery will stay open until 10pm for the last two weeks of the exhibition, which runs from November 9 until February 5, 2012.
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royal motor car, a Hooper body on a Daimler chassis, was delivered to Sandringham on March 28, 1900 for King William IV. They had been associated with Rolls-Royce motor cars since 1909. The company had a foundation of considerable Royal Patronage and had supplied bespoke vehicles usually based on Rolls-Royce or Bentley to the last nine reigns of Great Britains monarchy. Hooper & Co has had Royal Warrants granted from almost all of the Crowned Heads of Europe. The Glass Coach was built in 1881 and was used at King George Vs Coronation in 1911. This Glass Coach has carried previous Royal brides to their weddings Lady Elizabeth BowesLyon in 1923, Princess Alexandra in 1963, Princess Anne in 1973, Lady Diana Spencer in 1981 and Miss Sarah Ferguson in 1986. It has also carried the bride and bridegroom from the church, as it did when Princess Elizabeth married The Duke of Edinburgh and again when Princess Anne married Captain Mark Phillips. The front page of last months Union Jack had a splendid picture of William and Kate in the Royal State Landau, so instead of this I include here a picture of this 1881 Royal Glass Coach. Then there was the Aston Martin . . . and Im sure you have seen pictures of it. Prince William drove his new bride out of the gates at Buckingham Palace in his fathers precious Aston Martin Volante sporting learner plates. The 1969 Aston Martin DB6 was given to Charles by the Queen as a 21st birthday present and was recently converted to run on 100 percent bioethanol fuel distilled from surplus British wine as part of efforts to cut his carbon footprint. Aye there were so many fabulous carriages there on the wedding day both horse driven and engine powered. In my opinion, best of the lot was the royal red velvet interior lined open State Landau which took the newlyweds back to the Palace. Kate had arrived at the Abbey as a commoner in a Roller but she was a Royal when she left and looked every part of it in that magnificent open carriage. What a way to go, well done William. Happy Motoring
THE ROYAL wedding went exceptionally well last month. Congratulations to all that were involved and congratulations, of course, to Prince William and his bride Kate. Other than the Royal Couple it was engine power that transported members of the Royal family and the brides family to Westminster Abbey for the ceremony. You may have observed some notable cars used on April 29. A mix of Jaguars, Rolls-Royces, and Bentleys provided most of the automotive transport for the day, though the newlywed couple was followed by a Range Rover. Kate Middletons mother was taken to Westminster Abbey in a chauffeured Jaguar. Prince William arrived at the Abbey in one of Her Majesty the Queens two State Bentleys, accompanied by best man Prince Harry. Her Majesty and Prince Philip, the Duke of Edinburgh arrived last at the Abbey, as protocol dictates (except of course for the bride), in the other Bentley. The State Bentleys have been uniquely designed enabling greater use to be made of the vehicles interior space. The two modern Bentleys were custom-made with input from Her Majesty, her chauffeur, and Prince Philip. These Bentleys are three-feet longer, 10-inches taller, and six-inches wider than a standard Bentley Arnage. They are powered by twin-turbocharged, 6.75-litre V8 engines that have been modified from Bentleys Arnage R version to produce 400 hp (300 kW) and 616 lb-ft (835 Nm) of torque. Although on processional occasions these State cars only travel at around nine miles an hour and sometimes as slow as three miles an hour, the maximum speed of these cars is about 130mph (210 km/h). The transmission is a four-speed automatic unit from General Motors. This special Bentley has a removable exterior roof lining that reveals a clear inner lining, helping the thousands of onlookers to get a good glimpse of whoever is inside. Hield Lambswool Sateen cloth rear seats are complemented by pale blue carpets in the
1881 Royal Glass Coach rear and dark blue ones in the front. The rear to the Palace. Horsepower now, for nothdoors of the cars are hinged at the back and ing else would have served as well on this along with the extra height allow the Queen to fairytale like occasion. Prince William and the stand up straight before stepping down to the Duchess of Cambridge made the journey to ground. Exterior finish is Royal claret livery Buckingham Palace in the 1902 Royal State and they do not have registration number Landau Coach led by a squadron from the plates, since they are State vehicles. Household Cavalry. It was followed by two A 1977 Rolls-Royce Phantom VI specially Ascot Landaus which carried best man Prince made for Queen Elizabeth II was the choice of Harry, maid of honor Pippa Middleton with transport to the Abbey for Kate. She opted out their four bridesmaids and two page boys. against the Royal horse drawn Glass Carriage The fourth carriage was another Semi-State that is the usual mode of transport for a Royal Landau carrying Queen Elizabeth and The brides journey to the church, as she wanted Duke of Edinburgh, and the fifth and final to arrive there as a commoner. carriage in the procession was a Semi-State The Rolls was given to the Queen in 1978 Landau carrying Prince Charles, The Prince for the Silver Jubilee of her reign by the So- of Wales, Camilla, The Duchess of Cornwall ciety of Motor Manufacturers and Traders, a and Mr and Mrs Middleton. grand gesture by the imploding British auto It was the Bride and Groom though that industry. Its a sign of those times for British the tens of thousands of people came to automakers that the Queens 25th anniver- see and they just looked perfect in the open sary was 1977, but a strike delayed delivery top Royal State Landau powered by four of the limo. The classic car is the same one Windsor Bay horses. Thankfully the weather which Prince Charles and his wife Camilla held fair on the wedding day, if it hadnt this were riding in when they were attacked by 1902 Hooper Royal State Landau would not rioters in December. Of course the damage have been used as they would have opted suffered to the car during the attack being for the aforementioned closed 1881 Glass carefully repaired prior to the ceremony. Coach for the journey from the Abbey to the Then came the wedding ceremony in the Palace. The Royal State Landau was built by magnificent Westminster Abbey, and I have Hooper & Co for King Edward VII in 1902 to admit that it brought tears to my eyes, both and was intended to be used at his Coronathe Bride and Groom looking splendid. Then tion. The company was established in 1807 came the procession from the Abbey along with premises in Haymarket London, It was Whitehall, Horse Guards and along the Mall founded by Adams and Hooper and held a royal warrant from 1830, building top class horse drawn carriages and supplying them to King William IV, Queen Victoria and King Edward VII. At the turn of the century Hooper & Co readily adapted themselves to the age of motoring and moved into motor bodies, their first Solution to other
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Royal Wedding THERE WERE lots of events around the State to celebrate the marriage of Prince William to Kate Middleton. In Houston, Guy Streatfeilds British Isles store in University Village opened up at 4am for a wedding watching party, complete with tea and biscuits, and Bucks Fizzes! Craig Mallinson at the Red Lion Pub chose the slightly later time of 4:30am for customer to enjoy the wedding, full English breakfast, and a Katie Champagne Cocktail. Across the State Daughters of the British Empire chapters organized smaller private Royal Wedding events. There was even a PJs and Tiaras party held by one person in The Woodlands, north of Houston. In the Texas Hill Country, Bridget and John Dale at Queen Bs Tea Room in Ingram, celebrated by offering High Tea at a special price throughout the weekend. They were inundated with reservations! Bridget told me that she had requests from San Antonio, Dallas, even Boston, for her homemade soups, scones, and other delicacies! God Bless the happy couple! GRAMMY Nomination Our congratulations go out to Robert (Bob) Linder former musical director of The Gilbert and Sullivan Society of Houston. Bob was nominated for a GRAMMY as producer of the 2010 jazz album Slide Side by trombonist Thomas Hultn. Ashley, Mike Ashley! My old pal, one-time boss, and formerHoustonian, Mike Ashley, tells me that life continues to be exceptional down in Miami Beach, where he now resides. Mike was a Sales Manager for Aston Martin in one of his former guises and had the honour of taking the Goldfinger DB5 around the world for PR appearances. Well, as you all probably know, the current 40-year owner of the car decided to auction it off in London late last October, so RM Auctions flew Mike over to do press and TV again about the cars history. Bollinger champagne parties, Bond theme receptions etc. Mike just had a blast! As he told me, It got $4.1m. Not me, the owner!!! Mike stayed on in the UK for a couple of weeks more to visit the new track pits at Silverstone (Fantastic!), and family, friends and pubs, What a life!! British Ambassador Visits Louisiana On a two-day visit to Louisiana in March, Sir Nigel Sheinwald, British Ambassador, met with business and government leaders to discuss open and free trade between nations, the importance of the UK/US relationship and expanding the UKs business with Louisiana. As part of his visit, the Ambassador toured Blade Dynamics Michoud Assembly Facility. The plant was established to serve the local and global wind energy markets, something that is garnering more and more interest in the UK. BABC Ascot Day British American Business Council members dressed in their finery for the annual Ascot Day held at Sam Houston Race Park. The event was sponsored by the Royal Bank of Scotland; Wood Group; and British Airways. Over a hundred people were on hand for the event. Its always a fun affair with prizes given for the Best Hat worn by a lady, and the Best Dressed Gent. The honours this year went to Sharon Michaels and James Hysmith respectively. OTC As they have done for the past 28 years,
the Houston Grampian Association hosted members of Grampian/Houston and SisterCity Aberdeen, Scotland, as guests at the Saturday kickoff OTC breakfast, before the opening of the Offshore Technology Conference in Houston. For the fifth consecutive year, HGA was again joined by the British American Business Council in a collaborative effort, and a portion of the proceeds from the event benefited BAFTx The British-American Foundation of Texas, which was founded by BABC in June of 2007 to facilitate the scholarship program envisioned by the BABC Board and membership. HGA also uses the proceeds of the breakfast to support key activities such as a student nurse exchange program and the celebration of Her Majestys birthday in June with an afternoon tea at Hotel ZaZa in Houston. The OTC itself had a 10 percent increase in attendees over last year, but there didnt seem to be as many British companies represented this time around. It is amazing, though, how much influence the Brits have in the development of technology for the oil industry. It seemed to me that every stand that I went to at the exhibition had at least one person from the UK present. United Kingdom Trade and Investment held their annual Gala Reception at the Hilton Post Oak on Monday, May 2, which was fairly well attended. English Speaking Union Shakespeare Success Natalie Tischler from Houston, a student of Marilyn Miller at Cypress Creek High School in Houston, placed as a semi-finalist at the English-Speaking Union National Shakespeare Competition. The competition was held on May 2 at Lincoln Center in New York City for 57 winners of ESU Branch competitions nationwide. Natalie had won the ESU Houston Branch regional competition. This years winner of the ESU Hawaii regional competition, Connor Lawhorn, won first prize in the ESU National Shakespeare Competition, winning a Scholarship to attend the Royal Academy of Dramatic Arts Young Actors Summer School in London, England. English Films at WorldFest WorldFest-Houston International Film Festival celebrated its 44th year in April, and showcased over 50 new Independent features films and 88 Award-winning shorts from around the globe, including the UK. All events were open to the general public, and were screened at the AMC Dunvale Studio 30 Theater, on Dunvale, Houston. The WorldFest mission & vision is to recognize and honour outstanding creative excellence in film and video while educating and introducing excel-
ujnews.com lence in cinematic arts for the promotion of cultural tourism in Houston. WorldFest, a nonprofit cultural and educational organization, is one of the oldest film festivals in the world. Founded in August 1961 as an International Film Society, it evolved into a competitive International Film Festival in 1968, and became the third competitive international film festival in North America, following San Francisco and New York. The organization has the honour of discovering film greats like Steven Spielberg, George Lucas, David Lynch, Ridley Scott, Ang Lee and the Cohen Brothers. UK films on show at WorldFest-Houston were Re-Evolution by Andrew Walkington, and starring Charis Deighton and Brian Blessed an exposition of a world in which the powers that be prescribe a cure for the youth of today; Moonbug by Nichola Bruce which follows world renowned photographer Steve Pyke as he sets out on a journey across America in his search to meet and photograph the Apollo space pioneers; and a Short by Dan Nathan called Critical Eye. Moonbug received the Remi Award in its category.Critical Eye won a platinum award for Best Black Comedy. Re-Evolution was awarded a Gold Remi, one of the highest honours at the festival. Texas Youth Rugby To follow-up on my report of the Texas State High School Championships held at Strake Jesuit High Scholl, Houston, in April; St Thomas High School (Houston) defeated Dallas Jesuit 7-6 in a very tight game. In the Division I Multi-School championship Alliance of North Texas defeated The Woodlands 37-24, while in Division 2 Stony Point (Round Rock) defeated Allen HS 12-0. Surprise Visitor I have to share this story with you. My good friend, Charlie Adams, owns an antique shop called Artifacts in George Town, Grand Cayman. A few weeks ago he popped out to pick up something for lunch at the local supermarket. When he returned, the shop was surrounded by police. Charlies first thought was, Oh my God, Ive been robbed! He explained to the police that he was the owner and they allowed him to go in. Imagine his surprise when he came face to face with President Bill Clinton, who happened to be speaking at an event on the island, and decided to do some shopping. Well, Charlie, not being the shy retiring type, gave Mr Clinton a twenty minute lesson about antique shipwreck coins and other artifacts, and sold him a few little trinkets to take home for the family! I joke with him that he can now say that Artifacts is By Appointment to the United States President!!!
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cricket in 2007, after have taking 708 Test wickets and making 145 appearances for Australia. MURRAY REGAINING HIS FORM? Andy Murray appears to be moving out of the severe slump he suffered after losing in the final of the Australian Open earlier this year. At the Madrid Open, he was knocked out in the third round by Thomas Bellucci of Brazil, after earlier dispatching Gilles Simon of France. He reached the semi-finals of the Rome Masters before the man who thwarted his Aussie hopes, Novak Djokovic edged him 6-1, 3-6, 7-6, (7-2). Earlier he moved passed Xavier Malisse (Bel) Potito Starace (It) and Florian Mayer of Germany. At a Rome press conference he admitted he was feeling a whole lot better about his game. Britains number one Elena Baltcha, reached her very first clay court final at Cagnes-de-Sur, France, in the Suez Open. She was unable to progress further however, after a two set loss to Pauline Parmentier of France. FIVE BRITONS IN TOP TEN GOLF RANKINGS Last months world ranking list had five golfing Britons in the top ten, that included Lee Westwood, Luke Donald, Paul Casey, Rory McIIroy and Graeme McDowell. After winning the Indonesian Masters, Lee Westwood regained his number one world ranking, while a week later he reiterated his position by winning the Ballantine Championship in Icheon, South Korea, that concluded May 1. His 12 under 276 gave him a one stroke advantage over runner-up Miguel Angel Jimenez. When youre world number one its always nice to come and play like the worlds number one, said the delighted Englishman. Darren Clarke claimed his first title since August of 2008, coming from four strokes adrift on the final round of the Mallorca Open in Spain, May 15. The Northern Irelander finished with a six under 274, three strokes clear of the English duo of Chris Wood and David Lynn. Same weekend at Ponte Vedra Beach, Florida, Luke Donald, moved to the number two world ranking after a joint fourth place finish in the Players Championship. An all-British final in the World Match-Play Championships at Casares, Costa de Sol, Spain, May 22, saw Ian Poulter oust Brit rival Luke Donald 2 and 1 in the final. MOTOR RACING Red Bulls Sebastian Vettel pushed his record to four wins from five races in the Formula One Championship, and leads the drivers table with 118pts, 41 ahead of Lewis Hamilton. Last month, Vettel won the Turkish grand Prix ahead of Jensen Button, and the Spanish Grand Prix in Barcelona, May 22, ahead of Lewis Hamilton. Scottish Indycar champion Dario Franchitti, ran a fourth in Brazil at the Sao Paulo, Indy 300, May 2. Will Power leads the Indycar drivers table with 168 pts, with Dario Franchitti just fourteen points behind on 154. As we go to press, the Scot prepares to defend his Indianapolis 500 crown, May 29. NATHAN CLEVERLY TAKES WBO CROWN An injury forced Darren Barker to cede his European middleweight crown last year, but the undefeated Briton (22-0) reclaimed his title in London, during the last evening of April, with a points win over Domenico Spada of Spain. At the O2 Arena in London, May 22, unbeaten Welshman Nathan Cleverly (13-0) was close to not having an opponent for his WBO light-heavyweight challenge when first Jurgen Braehmer and then Tony Bellows dropped out through injury. Aleksy Kuziemski (21-3) was brought in at the last minute, but the Caerphilly fighter apparently broke the Poles nose and the bloody encounter ended in the fourth round with Cleverly becoming the fifth British world champion at this time. Two of Britains unbeaten middleweights faced off for the British crown on the undercard. Hammersmiths George Groves (13-0) and former Olympic gold medallist James Degale (10-1) started slowly but the Londoners eventually turned in to a real slugfest with Groves getting the decision. RUGBY Leinster are the new European rugby champions after coming back from a 6-22 deficit against the Northampton Saints at the Millenium Stadium, Cardiff, May 22, winning the Heneken Cup 33-22. The Harlequins won the Amlin Challenge Cup edging Stade
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against Leeds, who were looking for a play-off place at the expense of Nottingham Forest. But Forest beat Crystal Palace 3-0, and Leeds will stay in the Championship. Barnet have been in the division two relegation zone most of the season. But a 1-0 home win over Port Vale on the last scheduled game, saw them hop above Lincoln City, who suffered a 3-0 home loss to Aldershot. Lincoln will join Stockport County in the Conference next season. AFC Wimbledon won the Conference play-off final against Luton Town and will join Crawley Town in the second division next season. The play-off final ended scoreless after extra time, and Wimbledon won 4-3 after a penalty shoot out. Birmingham City became the first winner of the Carling English League Cup to be relegated in the same season. The Blues will be in Europe next season, but they will be playing in the Championship. At Wembley, a crowd of 9,000 plus watched Whitley Bay win the FA Vase for the third consecutive year after a 3-2 victory over Coalville Town. WELSH SOCCER Bangor City are the Premier Welsh League Champions, after beating the New Saints 1-0, in the final game of the season. They finished with 70pts, two clear of the Saints who were runners up. The New Saints beat Llanelli 4-3, in extra time to win the Loosemores Welsh League Cup, while Llanelli beat Bangor City 4-1, to win the Welsh Cup. SPORTING PASSINGS Long regarded as one of golfs charismatic players and thought responsible for the resurgence in the public interest of pro-golf in Europe in the 1970-80s, Seve Ballesteros was a fearless player who drew excitement wherever he played. Three years ago he collapsed at the Madrid airport where a brain tumour was diagnosed, and a series of surgeries began. The Spaniard won 87 titles during his career, including being the first European to win the Masters in 1980. He won it again in 1983. He won the British Open three times 1979, 1884, and 1988. Seve Ballesteros was 54. The man who won the Olympic gold in the Beijing marathon 2008, and won the London marathon the following year died after a fall from the balcony at his home in Nyahururu. The young Kenyan Sammy Wanjiru, became the new rising star of world distance running. He won the Chicago marathon consecutively in 2009 and 2010. His domestic life was apparently not as successful as his running exploits, and he had only recently reconciled with his wife. Sammy Wanjiru was 24.
Compiled by Larry Gardner SPORTS FANS REMEMBER OUR ENERY HE WAS the most respected and admired British boxer in the post-war era. A man whose fighting weight was around 190lbs and would not be regarded as a heavyweight today, though his persistence and professionalism always shone through. As a seventeen-yearold, he captured the British amateur lightheavyweight crown and represented Britain at the 1952 Helsinki Olympics. Two years later he turned pro. His amateur record was 73 wins from 84 fights and he blamed his defeats on his mother filling him up with bread-pudding before the fights. Henry Cooper would become a household name with his vicious left hook and amiable ways that projected an aura of a gentleman in a sport that epitomized blood and violence. He was a beloved figure in the British world of sport, and was the first boxer to be voted the BBC Sports Personality of the Year. He put the then Cassius Clay on his back-side in the fourth round in 1963, in front of 35,000 fans at Wembley. His pro-fight record was 40 wins, 14 losses and one draw. His last fight in 1971, saw him controversially lose his British & European crowns to an up and coming, 21-year-old youngster named Joe Bugner. Bugners defeat of Britains boxing legend brought little public accolade however, and the new British and European Champion soon moved to Australia. Henry was appointed OBE in 1969, and made Sir Henry Cooper in 2000. A gamey elbow caused through his days as a plasterer and a tendency to bleed easily around the eyes, thwarted his chances of a world title. Sir Henry Cooper was 76. CRICKET, THE COUNTY GAME Mid-May, County championship leaders Nottinghamshire, lost by nine wickets at Hove to Sussex, for their first defeat of the season. They still led the table with 74pts from five games however. In previous games, Notts had beat Worcestershire by three wickets and Yorkshire by 58 runs. Lancashire who had recorded three victories from four games were chasing with 72pts. In Division Two, Northamptonshire beat Gloucestershire by an innings and six runs to go top with 88 points, played five won three. Northants 557 (Niall OBrien 166, James Middlebrook 109)9 dec. Gloucs 288 and 263. Previously they overcame Kent by five wickets. Sri Lanka began their English tour, opening with a four wicket win over Middlesex in a three day game at Uxbridge. Middlesex 360 (Andy Strauss 151, Daniel Housgo 104)-8 dec and 161. Sri Lanka 309 (Tharanga Varanavia 103 not out, T Dilshan 122)-2 dec and 216-6 at close. A four-day game against the England Lions at Derby, saw Sri Lanka win by 38 runs. Sri Lanka 266 and 448 (Paranavitana 125, T Dilshan 17. Lions 493 (Eoin Morgan 193, Samiy Patel 119)-8 dec and 186 all out. The West Indies beat Pakistan by 40 runs in their first Test encounter in Guyana. West Indies 226 and 152. Pakistan 160 and 178. Shane Warne played his final professional game of cricket last month, and heads for retirement after assisting the Rajasthan Royals to a 10 wicket win over Mumbai in the Indian Premier League. Warne retired from Test
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Francais 19-18. Leicester is the Aviva English Champions with 76pts, with the Saracens, runner-up two points distant. London Scottish won the English National League Division One title, Fylde won division two north and the Ealing Trailfinders won division two south. EUROPEAN SOCCER Manchester United marched in to the final of the European Champions League Cup Final, scheduled for Wembley, May 28, after two stirring semi-final displays against Schalke 04. In Germany, two second half goals within two minutes by Wayne Rooney (67th) and Ryan Giggs (69th) gave the Reds a 2-0 advantage to take to Old Trafford. After a 1-0 defeat against Arsenal, Sir Alex made eight changes for the second encounter with the Germans, and it certainly paid off. A full house roared their approval as Antonio Valencia put the hosts ahead in the 26th minute and five minutes later Darron Gibson made it two. Ten minutes before the break Jurado scored for Schalke, but two goals by Brazilian striker Anderson in the 72nd and 76th minutes saw United carve out a 4-1 victory, for a 6-1 winning aggregate. United will be looking for revenge against Barcelona, who beat them in the final two years ago. The other semi-final saw Real Madrid coach Jose Mourinho pitch temper tantrum and was sent to the stands, as two goals by Lionel Messi gave Barcelona a 2-0 win in Madrid. In the second leg, 90,000 fans crowded the stadium and went wild after Pedrito put Barca ahead in the 56th minute. Marielo leveled it for Real Madrid eight minutes later as a 1-1 tie played out at the ninety minutes. The all-Portugese, Europa League Cup Final at Dublin, May 18, saw a Falcao header one minute before the break, give Porto a 1-0 win over local rivals Braga. Porto has remained unbeaten in the Portuguese League this season and was largely the better side. MANCHESTER DOUBLE Manchester United claimed the English Championship for a record 19th time, and Manchester City captured the FA Cup with a 1-0 win over Stoke City, May 14. Sir Alex Ferguson was happy to see the red devils win another championship under his auspices, the twelfth for the Scot. The reds came behind from a goal down at Blackburn, where a Wayne Rooney penalty earned a 1-1 result and the title with still one game to play. Manchester City collected their first major trophy in 35 years in a tough and hard-fought encounter with Stoke City at Wembley, where a goal by Ivory Coast strike, Yaya Toure in the 74th minute proved the only goal of the game. The Stoke goalkeeper Thomas Sorensen had a magnificent outing, thwarting various chances as the sky blues edged closer and closer. RANGERS CHAMPIONS, CELTIC WIN CUP Craig Whytes long negotiated deal to take over at Rangers, came to fruition last month when he acquired Sir David Murrays 85 per-cent shareholding in the club. It effectively gives venture capitalist Whyte control over the Glasgow club who are reputed be 27m in debt. The new management celebrated with a 3-0 home win over Hearts. The Scottish Premier League Championship went down to the wire as expected. Celtic suffered a set-back at Inverness CT, May 3, losing 2-3 in a vital run-up for the title. Charlie Mulgrew put the ball in his own net after just seven minutes, though Kris Commons equalized two minutes later. Grant Munroe (52nd) and Shane Sutherland (62nd) made it 3-1, for the hosts before a last minute penalty by Kris Commons got the Hoops closer. On May 15, the final game of the season with both clubs only one point apart, saw Rangers visited Kilmarnock where a 5-1 victory saw them claim their third consecutive Scottish Premier crown. A Lyle Lafferty hat-trick gave the Gers the edge. Celtic won 3-0 at Parkhead, over Motherwell and finished highly disappointed runners up, one point distant. Celtic won the Scottish Cup for the 35th time in front of 49,000 fans at Hampden Park, May 22, beating Motherwell 3-0 in the final. Ki Sung Cheung put the Hoops ahead in the 32nd minute, while Motherwells skipper Stephen Craigan put one in his own net in the 76th minute which ultimately set the games conclusion. Charlie Mulgrew added a third two minutes from time to give Celtic a comfortable result. UPS AND DOWNS Queens Park Rangers collected the Championship crown and will play in the Premier League next season. But the title was not without its drama after Swansea and Cardiff had complained to the FA about irregularities regarding the signing of Argentinean, Alejandro Faurlin. Nine charges were leveled against QPR regarding the signing of Faurlin, and the FA could have docked points from the London club if extreme wrong doing had been proved, thus removing the team from the top of the championship table. The FA found two of the charges in violation and fined QPR 875,000, but did not deduct points. Rangers lost their final game of the season 2-1, at home
previous Rugby World Cup tournaments and that has to be our first target this autumn. Summer Warm-Up Schedule All four home nations will be involved in Welsh And Irish Injuries summer warm-up games ahead of the World WORRYING news has emerged from Wales Cup, Ireland being particularly busy: that James Hook is suffering from August a recurrence of the shoulder injury 6: England v Wales (Twickenthat forced him from the pitch in his ham), Scotland v Ireland (Murlast game for the Ospreys. He will rayfield) definitely miss the Wales-Barbarian 13: Wales v England (Cardiff), game as he is getting married on France v Ireland (Bordeaux) the same day. He would also be a By John Polley 20: Ireland v France (Dublin), certainty for two matches against Wales v Argentina (Cardiff), England and the final warm-up game in August Scotland v Italy (Murrayfield) against Argentina. But doubts persist about 27: Ireland v England (Dublin) his future. All the fixtures are settled now, details on The Irish too have their problems, most the RWC website: www.rugbyworldcup.com/ notably with Brian ODriscoll. He was one of home/fixtures/poolstage.html. four Leinster players who picked up injuries in Scotland and England start on the 10th of their Magners League semi-final versus Ulster, September against Romania and Argentina. described by coach Joe Schmidt as a demoli- Ireland and Wales kick off next day against tion derby with bodies littered all over the the USA and South Africa. pitch at times. On the plus side, ODriscolls Ben Cohen To Fight Homophobia And injury is to a muscle behind the left knee but worryingly he has suffered this sort of problem Bullying Ben Cohen, Englands World Cup-winning too often for comfort. winger, is retiring from the game. His deparScotland Blood Four Players Head coach Andy Robinson has named ture leaves just four of Englands 2003 team four uncapped players in a 40-strong provi- still on active service: Jonny Wilkinson, Steve sional Scotland squad for the IRB Rugby World Thompson, Lewis Moody and Mike Tindall. Josh Lewsey made a brief comeback this Cup 2011 in New Zealand this autumn. The quartet Glasgow forwards Robert season for London Wasps. Cohen is comparatively young at 32 with Harley and Ryan Grant, Edinburgh back-row forward David Denton along with Bath full-back offers in the pipeline from clubs in France and Jack Cuthbert are among 19 players who England. He has preferred to head up a new charity: the Ben Cohen Stand Up Foundation, would be new to World Cup finals. Robinson commented, Im pleased targeting bullying and homophobia. As athletes, it is not enough just to have with the squad. Theres a good blend of the experienced, the battle-hardened and up and strong bodies, we must have strong characters and use our voices to support those who coming talent. The task that lies ahead for these players need and deserve it, is his ringing message now is to be at the very peak of their powers as he sets out on a tour of the US on behalf in order to do themselves, their families, of the foundation. Although not gay himself, friends and country proud in New Zealand in Cohen has become something of a gay icon in recent years. His Acceptance Tour will visit September and October. Scotland have always qualified from the six American cities. john.polley1@ntlworld.com pool stages to reach the quarter-finals at the six
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(stoppage time of the second half) brought the Magpies back from a pair of one-goal deficits at Chelsea to earn a 2-2 draw. Stoke City The Potters were shut out in their last two games, losing the home finale to Wigan, 1-0, and falling 3-0 at Manchester City in a league match rearranged to be played three days after they met in the FA Cup final. Goals by Kenwyne Jones and Jermaine Pennant forged a 2-0 advantage over Arsenal and Jon Walters scored a third goal right after Stoke conceded one as they downed the Gunners, 3-1. Sunderland Fell to Wolverhampton, 3-1, in their home finale despite jumping on top with Jody Craddocks goal midway through the first half. They broke up a barren run by winning, 2-1 at Bolton, to win for only the second time in the previous 12 games, but needed an own goal forced by Sully Muntari for the victory after Bolo Zenden had equalized just before halftime. Tottenham Roman Pavlyuchenkos pair of goals in the seasons last game downed Birmingham City, 2-1, which as League Cup winners will join Spurs in the Europa League next season. Rafael van der Vaarts volley and Luka Modrics penalty earned Tottenham a 2-0 win at Liverpool that pushed Spurs a point ahead in the battle for fifth place. West Bromwich Albion A Somen Tchoyi hat trick in the final half an hour claimed a spectacular 3-3 comeback draw at Newcastle to close down the season. Tchoyi started the rally from 3-0 down in the 62nd minute, added a second goal 10 minutes later, and in stoppage time drove home a diving header. Youssouf Mulumbus seventh goal of the season gave the Baggies a 1-0 defeat of Everton in their last home match. Despite being shut out in both games Peter Odemwinge finished his first EPL season with 15 goals. West Ham United A goal by Demba Ba in the 33rd minute edged the Hammers to within a goal of the host at Manchester City, but they seldom threatened after that and were beaten, 2-1. Missing an injured Scott Parker, West Ham drew, 1-1, with Blackburn courtesy of a Thomas Hitzlsperger goal struck from 25 yards in the 78th minute. Wigan Athletic The Latics, second from bottom when play commenced on the final day, roused themselves after a shaky first half to win at Stoke, 1-0, with a Hugo Rodallega header in the 79th-minute to stay up. Mohamed Diames cross supplied Rodallega with the chance, and critical saves by keeper Ali Al Habsi ensured the victory. Charles NZogbia ran onto a ball from Victor Moses to fire home his eighth goal of the season, which was enough to claim a 1-1 draw at Aston Villa. Wolverhampton Wanderers Down 3-0 at Molineux in the season finale, Wolves got goals by Jamie OHara and Stephen Hunt that were enough to retain Premier League status for the third straight season despite a 3-2 loss, thanks to Birmingham and Blackpool both losing. Hunts goal gave Wolves the edge in a tiebreaker that City and Pool could only supersede by getting a draw. A 3-1 victory at Sunderland the previous week had increased their chances of staying up; after Stephane Sessegnon equalized, Steven Fletcher with his sixth goal in eight games and George Elokobi scored for a vital three points. Also proving to be important was a Fletcher penalty that provided a 1-0 lead in the seventh minute at Birmingham City, and proved to be enough to earn a 1-1 draw.
CHAMPIONSHIP
UP: QPR (champions), Norwich Play-off Final: Reading v Swansea, May 30 Wembley DOWN: Preston, Sheff Utd, Scunthorpe
LEAGUE ONE
UP: Brighton (champions), Southampton Play-off Final: Huddersfield v Peterborough, May 29 Old Trafford DOWN: Swindon, Plymouth, Dag & Red, Bristol Rovers
LEAGUE TWO
UP: Chesterfield (champions), Bury, Wycombe Play-off Final: Torquay v Stevenage, May 28, Old Trafford DOWN: Stockport, Lincoln
SCOTTISH DIVISION 1
UP: Dunfermline (champions) DOWN: Stirling Albion, Cowdenbeath
SCOTTISH DIVISION 2
UP: Livingston (champions) Play-off Winners: Ayr (beat Brechin 3-2, agg) DOWN: Peterhead, Alloa
SCOTTISH DIVISION 3
UP: Arbroath (champions); also Play-off Winners: Albion Rov (beat Annan 2-1)
Europa Cup
Porto (beat Braga 1-0 in Final)
FA Cup
Manchester City (beat Stoke 1-0 in Final)
Carling Cup
Birmingham (beat Arsenal 1-0 in Final)
Scottish Cup
Celtic (beat Motherwell 3-0 in Final)
scored in the second minute and Alex conBy Ridge Mahoney nected in the 83rd as once again Chelsea let Arsenal Robin van Persie points slip away late. equalized in the first half and a late Everton Jermaine Beckford goal by Theo Walcott knotted the raced from deep into his own half scores permanently in a 2-2 draw past numerous Chelsea players at Fulham. In the home finale against Aston to score the only goal needed by Villa, the Gunners conceded two early goals Everton, down to 10 men for most of the secfour minutes apart and netted only a van Persie ond half, to win, 1-0. Seamus Coleman went consolation goal in the 89th minute of a 2-1 off with a second caution in the 53rd minute, defeat. Boos rained down as the Gunners left Beckford scored his goal with a quarter-hour to the field. Faint title hopes were extinguished via play. Second-half headers from Sylvain Distin a 3-1 thrashing at Stoke in which van Persie and Leon Osman brought Everton back from scored a late goal his 19th in the last 21 a 1-0 deficit to beat Manchester City, 2-1, for games and eighth straight in an away match. their seventh win in the last eight meetings of Aaron Ramsey, replacing an injured Cesc Fab- the teams. Distin equalized in the 65th minute regas, scored his first league goal in more than Osman hit the winner seven minutes later. a year in a 1-0 win over Manchester United that Fulham The Cottagers twice had briefly opened up the title chase. led Arsenal by a goal with strikes Aston Villa Wingers ruled the by Steve Sidwell and Bobby Zamora day in a 1-0 defeat of Liverpool to end but after Zoltan Gera was sent off the season. Stuart Downing scored in barely twominutes after coming on as a sub, the 33rd minute and Ashley Young late goal to a cleared a shot off the line to earn Villa its first they conceded a Hangeland end inin 2-2 draw. early each half home win against Liverpool in 13 years. Goals Goals by Brede Cottagers win Birmingham by Darren Bent five minutes apart staked Villa earned theafter being a 2-0apartatby Liverpool, five days torn to a 2-0 lead at Arsenal after a quarter of an 5-2, at Craven Cottage. A Mousa Dembele hour in what became a 2-1 win. Young scored goal brought back brief hope after theyd seven minutes after Villa had fallen behind early conceded three in 16 minutes back but they against Wigan and neither team could muster were 5-1 down when Sidwell scored in the another goal. Birmingham Craig Gardners 86th minute. Liverpool The news that equalizer in the 79th minute against interim manager Kenny Dalglish Tottenham in the season finale has signed a three-year contract seemed enough to stave off relegabrought great joy to the fans, but tion, but a goal scored by Wolverhis first match with a new deal hampton meant City needed a win to survive, and as they pushed forward Spurs countered ended 2-0 to Tottenham. Maxi Rodriguez to score the decisive goal in a 2-1 defeat. Gard- scored in the first and seventh minutes and in the second half rounded off his second hat ner was sent off with a second caution two minutes after Sebastian Larsson had equalized trick in the three previous games as Liverpool in the 27th minute, yet City held on at 1-1 for demolished Fulham, 5-2, with Kuyt and Suarez the rest of the game to claim a point. Gardner netting the other two goals. A 3-0 thrashing went off after being booked for diving following of Newcastle upped Liverpools goal total to a rash reaction to a tackle that produced the 14 in the last three games; Dirk Kuyt scored first caution. In a 2-0 home loss to Fulham, Lee his eighth in the previous seven games in Bowyer, Stuart Parnaby and Martin Jiranek all between a Rodriguez goal in the 10th minute hobbled off with injuries and yet another injury and a Suarez capper. Manchester City Joleon suffered by Alexander Hleb left them with 10 Lescott scored just before halftime men for the final 13 minutes. and substitute Edin Dzeko tallied Blackburn Rovers finished less than a minute after entering the season with a 3-2 win at the match as City wrapped up third Wolverhampton fashioned with first-half goals by Jason Rob- place by winning, 2-0, at Bolton. Carlos Tevez erts, Brett Emerton and Junior Hoilett. They glided past two defenders to smash home a concluded their home schedule by tying goal and scored a second with a curling free Manchester United, 1-1, with an Emerton kick as City outclassed Stoke, 3-0, three days goal. Rovers squandered a lead theyd held after beating them in the FA Cup final, 1-0. for more than an hour after Roberts scored Nigel DeJong and Pablo Zabaleta scored five in the 12th minute at West Ham but they did minutes apart in the first quarter of an hour to propel City past West Ham, 2-1. hang on to draw, 1-1. Blackpool Needing a victory Manchester United Goals at Old Trafford to guarantee Preby Anderson and Michael Owen mier League status next season, propelled United back from a Blackpool let slip a 2-1 lead and 2-1 deficit to win the season lost, 4-2. Charlie Adam and Gary Taylor- finale over Blackpool, 4-2. Park Ji-Sung had Fletcher provided goals for the lead, but after opened the scoring in the 21st minute. Wayne United tied it, Ian Evatt put a cross into his own Rooneys penalty kick in the 73rd minute net to send down the Seasiders. DJ Campbell secured a 1-1 draw at Blackburn that clinched scored the first and third goals of a wild 4-3 Uniteds 19th top-tier title. Javier Hernandez victory over Bolton that kept hopes of staying scored just 36 seconds after the opening kickup alive until the final day. Jason Puncheons off and Nemanja Vidic headed a goal midway goal in the 19th minute gave Blackpool a through the second half in a 2-1 home victory brief 3-2 lead, and Charlie Adams goal 18 over Chelsea that opened up a six-point gap minutes into the second half turned out to be with two matches remaining. the winner. Newcastle The Magpies Bolton Wanderers scored threw away a 3-0 lead and endtwice in the first 24 minutes, and ed the match with West Brom equalized with a third goal early in tied, 3-3 after a 16th minute goal the second half, yet still lost, 4-3, at by Steven Taylor, a second from Blackpool. Kevin Davies opened the Peter Lovenkrands and an own goal. Goals scoring in the sixth minute and after two goals by Jonas Gutierrez (10th minute) and Taylor were conceded Matt Taylor tied it up again (just off scenic highway one) at 2-2. Daniel Sturridge headed a goal in the 53rd minute to tie the game for the third and The last time. Ivan Klasnics equalizer in the 87th BRITISH PUB & RESTAURANT minute against SunderA Great Location Serving You For Near On 16 Years land was followed by a Zat Knight own goal in Homemade Meat Pies Pasties, Bangers & Mash. stoppage time of a 2-1 Mums Roast Beef & Yorkshire Pud. Plus a whole array of defeat. Chelsea British & American favourites. 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ROMAN Abramovichs constant search for a Chelsea manager capable of inspiring instant success continues following the dismissal of Carlo Ancelotti. But the Russian billionaires obvious desire to see the club he bought in 2003 win the Champions League and dominate England domestically seems to have undermined the chances of that happening. Ancelotti paid the price for the failure of previous regimes to overhaul a squad largely assembled by Jose Mourinho, with his predecessors unable to stamp their identity on the club in the short time given to them. That sort of pressure generally forces coaches to rely upon short-term fixes and experienced players, a practice that left Chelseas aging squad exposed by injuries and loss of form this season.
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glish said. The permanent appointment of Dalglish, who won eight league titles as a player and a coach from 1977 to 1990 to establish himself as a club legend, was hardly in doubt after the teams remarkable turnaround in form. Dalglish is set to be given funds to strengthen the squad further in the offseason, giving Liverpool a decent chance of competing for the title next season. Assistant manager Steve Clarke also agreed a three-year deal with Liverpool.
MANCHESTER CITY defender Kolo Toure will miss the start of next season after being handed a six-month ban from all football for failing a drugs test. The ban is back-dated to March 2, when Toures provisional suspension began. He is free to play from September 2, but will also be target-tested for a period of two years from May 26. This has been a difficult period, and I am sad to have missed the teams triumph of securing Champions League football and the FA Cup, Toure said. But I am relieved that I will be able to return to football in September and thank the FAs commission for their understanding. An independent regulatory commission, which could have issued anything from a warning to a two-year ban by way of punishment, reached the verdict after a hearing on May 26.
NORWICH was promoted to the Premier League last month after a six-year absence from Englands top flight. Simeon Jackson ensured Norwich would finish runner-up in the second tier by clinching a 1-0 victory over Portsmouth after third-place Cardiff was beaten 3-0 by Middlesbrough. Its been a magnificent effort by everyone, Jackson said after heading in his ninth goal in seven matches. Norwich, which dropped out of the Premier League in 2005, was also promoted from the third tier last season after Paul Lambert took charge. The eastern English club was joined in the Premier League by London side Queens Park Rangers, which clinched the League Championship title a few days later. Originally there were fears that QPR could face a pointsdeduction after being charged by The Football Association with flouting a ban on third-party ownership of players by signing Argentine midfielder Alejandro Faurlin in 2009. But that turned out not to be the case.
KENNY DALGLISH signed a three-year contract as Liverpool manager last month and vowed to bring the good times back to the fallen English giant. Twenty years after ending a successful first spell in charge of Liverpool on health grounds, Dalglish took over for a second stint when he replaced the fired Roy Hodgson on a six-month deal on January 8. The former Scotland striker has overseen a dramatic improvement in results, lifting the club from a perilous position four points from the foot of the Premier League table to fifth place and a win away from qualification for next seasons Europa League. Dalglish was Liverpool manager when the club won the last of its 18 English titles in 1990, and as fierce rival Manchester United prepares to celebrate its 19th crown, the Scot is planning to establish a new dynasty at Anfield. This is a unique football club and Im delighted to have the opportunity to help build something special here again, Dal-
THE PREMIER League has confirmed that Fulham have been awarded a place in the Europa League next season due to their position in the Fair Play League. Mark Hughes side had just one player sent off in league matches all season - that happened in the very last game leading to suggestions relegated Blackpool could pip them to the spot. Chelsea finished top of the Fair Play League but had already qualified for the Champions League and Fulham were in second spot. The Premier League said in a statement: Fulham FC has finished the season as the highest placed club in the 2010/11 Fair Play League that has not already qualified for UEFA competitions via the 2010/11 Barclays Premier League. The club will take the additional European place awarded to England and compete in next seasons UEFA Europa League. England received an additional Europa League place for next season after finishing second in UEFAs national fair-play table based on results from all UEFA club and international matches played over the season.
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