Startups provide an avenue for economic diversification in Africa where traditional industries seem dependent on natural resources. Developing new industries like Fintech, Agritech, Healthtech, and Edtech can help Africa become less reliant on resource…
Social media giants in the spotlight as parties throw money at online ads
By Jess Jones Social media companies’ political advertising policies are likely to come under increasing scrutiny as UK political parties throw more money at online ads in the run up to the election, Jess Jones writes On the day Rishi Sunak announced t…
Former Lynn News reporters celebrate 50 years since being taken on as trainees in 1974
Four former Lynn News reporters – all taken on as trainees in 1974 – marked 50 years since starting work together at a celebration weekend reunion. Richard Parr, Sandra Barrowman, Trevor Haylett and Jan Turner met up in Lynn to remember the start of th…
Fun for all at Thatcham Bowls Club as Mayor pays a visit
Thatcham Bowling Club hosted their successful annual open day last month. The event saw Thatcham Mayor Suzanne Adamantos try her hand at the game, enjoying conversation with club members and visitors. As part of Bowls’ Big Weekend, a drive by the natio…
Warden at St Margaret’s Church in Clenchwarton left frustrated over ‘mindless’ vandalism to its portable toilet
Church volunteers have expressed their frustration over “mindless” vandalism to its toilet facilities. For months, St Margaret’s Church in Clenchwarton has been dealing with the continuous destruction of its portaloo, which is its only means of bathroo…
7/7 duels won, 97 passes completed… Man Utd target has just shown why Ineos already bid for him
Manchester United look like finally steps are being taken to make moves during this summer transfer window. For Ineos, this summer represents a chance to stamp their authority onto Manchester United as the new era begins at Old Trafford. There are big …
Public toilets in Swaffham fully operational again – but with 20p charge due to past vandalism
A town’s public toilets are now fully operational – but visitors will have to pay a fee due to vandalism at the site. Due to an increase in anti-social behaviour and the cost of repairs from taxpayer funds, Swaffham Town Council decided in June last ye…
How poor regulation is holding back the UK economy
By Chris Dorrell Regulation is not an issue that will feature prominently on the doorsteps in this election campaign. That’s hardly a surprise. Few voters, after all, will be swung around with a detailed plan on how Parliament could more effectively ho…
Mumbai: Pre-monsoon rain lashes several parts of city
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5 (ANI): The heavy pre-monsoon rains lashed several areas of Mumbai such as Dadar, Chembur, Kandiwali, Goregaon, Borivali, etc. on Wednesday morning. The arrival of pre-monsoon rains has provided a significant respite…
Sharad Pawar, Supriya Sule leave for Delhi for INDIA bloc meeting
Mumbai (Maharashtra) [India], June 5 (ANI): NCP-SCP chief Sharad Pawar and party MP from Baramati, Supriya Sule, left from Mumbai for Delhi on Wednesday for the INDIA bloc meeting, scheduled for later today. In the Lok Sabha elections, NCP-SCP secured …