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Historic Crooked House Pub Destroyed by Fire After Centuries of Existence

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Summary: The Crooked House Pub , a historical icon, succumbed to fire and demolition within two weeks despite standing resolute for nearly 300 years. Built in 1765, the pub's crooked appearance was a result of mining-induced sinking, and it had garnered popularity as a cherished tourist spot. Local efforts to maintain the pub's public house status through a petition were in vain as it was sold to an undisclosed private buyer. Historic England's attempt to secure a listed status for the pub couldn't prevent its tragic destruction by the fire that broke out on August 5th, 2023. The pub's resilience over decade...

UK's New 'Wonkiest Pub' Emerges as Crooked House Burns Down

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Summary: The Tilted Barrel , a pub in Tipton , West Midlands , has become the ' wonkiest pub ' in the UK, succeeding the Crooked House . The Crooked House , a historic 200-year-old pub, was destroyed in a suspected arson attack . The Tilted Barrel 's slanted appearance is attributed to both mining subsidence and its historical significance. Despite the loss of the Crooked House , the Tilted Barrel remains a symbol of the region's heritage and camaraderie. ...

Ken Bruce final sign off from BBC Radio 2

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Ken Bruce final sign off from BBC Radio 2 So I've come to my last link, as we say on radio. A lot of people would say, all right, down a big speech and deliver. And that's not the sort of thing I do. I do really just want to say thank you to everybody who has contributed in any, any small way to this program, particularly the listeners. You know, I really couldn't do it without listeners who contribute and complete the dialogue. We talk to each other on a daily basis. And I hope maybe sometime in the future we may be able to continue doing that. Thank you particularly to the members of the Ken Bruce Appreciation Society, Preservation Society, I beg your pardon, who sent in a lovely bottle of a certain Irish cream liqueur, which I did think about drinking after song nine of the show today, but I thought I'd better just wait until now. That's very, very kind of you...

Amsterdam Bans Cruise Ships to Limit Visitors and Curb Pollution

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Amsterdam Bans Cruise Ships to Limit Visitors and Curb Pollution Summary: Amsterdam implements a ban on cruise ships in the city centre to align with sustainable goals and manage visitor numbers. The city aims to reduce mass tourism and attract visitors interested in cultural experiences and responsible travel. Environmental concerns play a significant role in the decision, with cruise ships contributing to air pollution. Amsterdam, in the Netherlands, has taken a bold step to p...