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Operation Mincemeat Is An Absolute Joy
There is an old saying that truth is stranger than fiction, and, if anything proves this to be true, it is the incredible story of Operation Mincemeat. Changing the course of a World War by planting fake invasion plans for Sardinia on the body of a fake airman, then dumping both on the beach of neutral Spain in the hope it will get to the eyes of Hitler no less, sounds fantastical and absurd, but this is exactly what happened during World War 2. The story was retold in a 1950’s film, ‘The man who never was’, but even those with the most warped sense of humour wouldn’t think this…
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The Mirror Crack’d – Classic Agatha Christie From The Grange Players
The Mirror Crack’d from Side to Side is one of Agatha Christie’s most cherished novels, the story (actually based on fact) of how a chance meeting can have a devastating effect on one person’s life, and lead to serious repercussions for all those in it. It was made into a star studded movie in 1980, and is now showing as an amateur production from The Grange Players. It started a one week run last Thursday and proved that the magic of Agatha Christie is certainly still alive and kicking in the 21st Century. The Plot A slight injury to her ankle caused by a fall means that Miss Marple misses…
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Here And Now Is The Ultimate Crowd Pleaser
I love Steps, they are definitely my musical guilty pleasure, and so a musical featuring all their hits was always going to be met with approval. Here and Now is just that show, but adds in a whole lot more – a talented cast having the time of their lives, a brilliant set creating a seaside supermarket, and a witty script raising lots of laughs, and you have what has been described as the best jukebox musical since Mamma Mia. And that is Praise indeed. Here and Now is about love and friendship. The four fabulous leads, Caz, Vel, Neeta and Robbie, all work together at the Better Best Bargains…
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How To Choose Family Solicitors In Leicester For Child Arrangements
Separating from a partner is rarely straightforward, and when children are involved, the decisions become even more important. Child arrangements, covering where a child lives, how much time they spend with each parent, and how major decisions are made, sit at the heart of many family law cases. Getting the right legal support early on can make a real difference to how these matters are resolved. Leicester families going through separation have access to a range of Leicester family solicitors who specialise in exactly these situations. Choosing the right one, however, is not always obvious. Factors such as experience with child arrangement orders, familiarity with local court processes, and an…
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How Location And Lifestyle Influence Property Decisions
I once toured a house that looked perfect online. Bright photos. Cute garden. Nice price. Then I stepped outside and heard the traffic. Constant. Loud. The spell broke instantly. That’s the thing about property. A home isn’t just four walls. It’s the coffee shop two blocks away, the park you walk through on Sunday mornings, the noise level at night when you’re trying to sleep. People like to believe they make calm, rational property decisions. Price. Square footage. Maybe a fresh coat of paint. Reality? Lifestyle sneaks in and quietly takes over the decision. The last time I helped a friend search for a place, she rejected three beautiful homes…
