The Ottoman Turkish Restaurant in Newcastle upon Tyne is a gem of a dining establishment that brings the rich and diverse flavors of Turkish cuisine to the heart of the …
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Christmas lunch at Northumberland County Council is a cherished annual tradition that brings warmth and festivity to the workplace. Held in the lead-up to the holiday season, it is an …
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The Town Wall: A Newcastle Gem The Town Wall, located on Pink Lane in Newcastle upon Tyne, is one of the city’s most iconic pubs, blending historic charm with contemporary …
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BBC’s “SAS: Rogue Heroes” Season 1 offers a gripping dramatization of the formation of the British Special Air Service (SAS) during World War II. Created by Steven Knight, the mastermind …
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The BBC documentary series Asia, narrated by Sir David Attenborough, stands as one of the most ambitious and breathtaking explorations of the natural world ever produced. Created by the BBC …
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Introduction Directed by Ron Howard, Eden is a survival thriller set on the remote island of Floreana Island in the Galápagos during the late 1920s/early 1930s, based on real-life events …
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In an era where artificial intelligence (AI) is rapidly evolving, the boundaries between life and death are becoming increasingly blurred. The 2024 documentary Eternal You, directed by Hans Block and …
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Film & TV
Ottoman Empire by Train with Alice Roberts: A Journey Through the Heart of a Lost Empire
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinWhen Alice Roberts boards a train, history comes alive. In Ottoman Empire by Train, the acclaimed historian, anthropologist, and broadcaster takes viewers on a compelling journey through the landscapes once …
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Star Wars: The Acolyte is a television series that delves into the shadowy corners of the Star Wars universe, set approximately a century before the events of The Phantom Menace. …
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In a world that feels increasingly fragmented, the concept of The Gathering—whether literal, metaphorical, or spiritual—carries a weighty significance. Gatherings have always played a central role in human history: they …
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Guy Ritchie’s The Ministry of Ungentlemanly Warfare (2024) is an action-comedy war film with a distinctive twist: it is based on real events. Adapted from Damien Lewis’s 2014 book Churchill’s …
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Food & Drink
The Square Sail – JD Wetherspoon: A Landmark of Lincoln’s Brayford Waterfront
by alan.dotchinby alan.dotchinIntroduction The Square Sail is a prominent JD Wetherspoon pub located on Lincoln’s picturesque Brayford Waterfront. Known for its affordable food and drink, relaxed atmosphere, and historical maritime theme, The …
