This summer sees the return of the FIFA Women’s World Cup. Held every four years, the global tournament pits 32 women’s football teams against each other. In 2019, when the tournament was held last, the USA team lifted the winner’s trophy. This year, the competition takes place in Australia and New Zealand between 20 July …
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On Sunday 18 June, attention will turn to the Dads, as the UK marks Fathers’ Day. It is a chance to celebrate the unsung heroes and the male role models at the heart of family life. There are bound to be several fathers within your care home community – residents, staff and visitors. Not to …
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As June arrives, so does National Osteoporosis Month – an awareness-raising initiative organised by UK charity, Royal Osteoporosis Society. Osteoporosis is a bone condition that leaves bones more fragile than usual and more prone to breaks and fractures. It often accompanies other conditions, such as Parkinson’s Disease and can make trips and falls in those …
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Liverpool has been receiving international attention recently thanks to its status as host city for the 2023 Eurovision Song Contest, which took place between 9 and 13 May. Britain’s Sam Ryder secured the prestigious booking for the UK last year with his highly credible second-place position, just behind the winner, Ukraine’s Kalush Orchestra. The contest …
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On 6 May, King Charles III will become the first British monarch to be crowned in seven decades. He will take centre stage at a Coronation ceremony at Westminster Abbey, accompanied by his wife, Queen Camilla. Amid all the pomp and religious symbolism, there will be plenty of opportunity to celebrate the crowning of the …
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Eid al-Fitr is a very important date in the Islamic calendar. It marks the end of a month of fasting, in which Muslims all over the world take part. While exact timings depend on sightings of the moon, Eid al-Fitr is likely to happen this year on 21 April. It is a time to recognise …
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William Shakespeare is said by many to have been born on 23 April 1564 – and to have died on the same date in 1616 – although exact dates are unknown. Therefore this time of year is ideal for celebrating the life and works of England’s greatest writer, who is also known as the Bard …
Pretty much every parent or guardian of a young person will recall the wonders of World Book Day, where the excited offspring get to dress up as a book character, take part in literary-themed activities at school and, if they are lucky enough, get to meet authors, illustrators and others involved in the wonderful world …
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This year, Shrove Tuesday falls on 21 February in the UK. Shrove Tuesday is a traditional feast day in the Christian calendar. It always falls the day before Ash Wednesday – and the start of Lent. Traditionally, the 40 days leading up to Easter mark the time that Jesus spent in the desert, fasting. The …
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Valentine’s Day is upon us once again, and with it comes plenty of inspiration to celebrate the joy of love. In what is normally a cold and dull month, Valentine’s Day helps brighten up February and gives us all a good excuse to put up decorations, exchange gifts and place love at the heart (pun …
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