Trying Lobster and cocktails at Seaham Hallβs Geko
I went along with my friend Donna for the launch of the hotelβs new Twilight Spa package, where food at Geko and spa access all come bundled together. We arrived at the start of the bank holiday heatwave and headed straight down to the restaurant’s terrace, nabbing a spot on the comfy sofas with parasols,…
Botham’s Whitby bakery famous for its Yorkshire bakes
Bothamβs of Whitby, founded in 1865 by Elizabeth Botham, has become one of the townβs best-known businesses, with generations of visitors making a stop there part of any trip to the North Yorkshire coast. The family-run bakery began when Elizabeth sold bread and cakes from a basket at Whitby market before eventually opening on Skinner…
As the Pentagon pushes for battlefield AI, some military leaders urge caution
TAMPA, Fla. β The Trump administration is pushing to unleash the power of artificial intelligence for the U.S. military while facing calls to put up guardrails around the rapidly developing technology from some companies β and even notes of caution from top leaders in uniform. Adm. Frank Bradley, head of U.S. Special Operations Command, told…
As the Pentagon pushes for battlefield AI, some military leaders urge caution
TAMPA, Fla. β The Trump administration is pushing to unleash the power of artificial intelligence for the U.S. military while facing calls to put up guardrails around the rapidly developing technology from some companies β and even notes of caution from top leaders in uniform. Adm. Frank Bradley, head of U.S. Special Operations Command, told…
South Island school’s ‘magic round’ rugby aims to build grounded youth
A South Island rugby project to help young players build ties with players outside their teams aims to stop them falling out of study or employment in the future. Photo: Supplied / Kees Terrell A South Island 1st XV rugby “magic round” is being credited for breaking down geographical and social barriers for young men,…
Black Caps welcome Mitchell Santner’s return for England tests
Mitchell Santner (left) and coach Rob Walter (file photo). Photo: photosport Coach Rob Walter won’t guarantee fit-again Mitchell Santner’s place in the Black Caps starting 11 for the opening test against England at Lord’s, but he’s indicated his first-choice pace attack will all be available. The New Zealand squad received a boost with experienced all-rounder…
The first global meme war is over. America lost β RT Entertainment
Culture wars will never be the same again.Β Military narratives are often promoted through entertainment and popular culture. Typically, this is done by newspapers, film studios, or influencers who support one side of a conflict in exchange for payment and/or political favor.Β For example, βTop Gunβ is a pretty universally beloved film. However, its creators…
Kanye West draws record crowd in TΓΌrkiye despite EU cancellations β RT Entertainment
American artist Kanye West has said his debut concert in TΓΌrkiye attracted 118,000 fans, making it the largest stadium performance ever. The show was the first stop on his first European tour since 2014 and came as several planned appearances in EU countries were canceled over his past anti-Semitic remarks and other controversies. West, who…
Durham Brewery’s new tap room in Bowburn hailed a success
The Durham Brewery Tap Room in Bowburn, which opened six months ago, has quickly become a central gathering place for the County Durham community. The village had been left without a venue to meet, socialise, and enjoy a drink together following the closure of its pubs. One resident described the new venue as “the best…
Durham Brewery’s new tap room in Bowburn hailed a success
The Durham Brewery Tap Room in Bowburn, which opened six months ago, has quickly become a central gathering place for the County Durham community. The village had been left without a venue to meet, socialise, and enjoy a drink together following the closure of its pubs. One resident described the new venue as “the best…
