Category Archives: General

Manchester: An Underrated City and Remaining Festivals of 2015

Posted on September 20, 2015 by agogo22

London often overshadows the bulk of cities in the UK because of its global appeal, the city being recognized as the business capital of the world, and its eclectic mix of cultures. However, there are many cities in the UK … Continue reading →

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More bad news for Manchester’s homeless

Posted on September 20, 2015 by agogo22

Eviction and dismantling of The Ark On Friday 18th September the homeless shelter known as The Ark which was put together by the homeless and supporting members of the public was dismantled by bailiffs and police. They were acting on … Continue reading →

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Fish and chips. Oh yes.

Posted on September 20, 2015 by agogo22

Fridays are fish and chip nights at Stainforth Manor, which makes me incandescently happy. We get them from a little shop around the corner called Wokabout, which also does excellent Chinese food. It’s the most delicious fish and chips ever; … Continue reading →

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Still From A Dream

Posted on September 20, 2015 by agogo22

This strange, old photograph is like a still from a dream. When you wake suddenly, disoriented, filled with strange, disjointed images that dissipate within moments. https://cityjackdaw.wordpress.com/2015/09/20/still-from-a-dream/

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she’s in love…the writing on the wall

Posted on September 20, 2015 by agogo22

more street from the Northern Quarter in Manchester…the city is fabulous for street photography, there’s an image everywhere and the writing on the wall in this image made me stop and look twice…a little bit sinister I think, have tried … Continue reading →

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Brazil’s top court outlaws corporate contributions to political campaigns

Posted on September 20, 2015 by agogo22

Although touted by good governance advocates as vital to the fight against graft and malfeasance, others believe the ruling in Brazil will simply force campaign cash under the table. http://bentavener.com/2015/09/18/brazils-top-court-outlaws-corporate-contributions-to-political-campaigns/

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Postcard: jungle fish

Posted on September 20, 2015 by agogo22

The craziest-looking fish I’ve ever seen One of the biggest dietary changes that I have experienced in the last few months is the amount of fish that I’m eating has increased – a lot. That is especially true of the few … Continue reading →

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Brazilian Congressman ordered to pay moral damages for telling his colleague she was “very ugly” and not “worth raping”

Posted on September 20, 2015 by agogo22

Brazilian Congressman, Jair Bolsonaro, has been ordered to pay Maria do Rosario Nunes over $2500 in moral damages for telling her she was “very ugly” and not “worth raping,” after she allegedly called him a rapist last year during a … Continue reading →

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Libraries in my life

Posted on September 17, 2015 by agogo22

Originally posted on Francesbell's Blog:
I have always loved libraries. The first one that I remember is Withington Library from when I lived in Withington in Manchester as a child. It’s great to see it is still there and…

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Monsanto’s Sealed Documents Reveal the Truth behind Roundup’s Toxicological Dangers

Posted on September 17, 2015 by agogo22

The year 2015 hasn’t been kind to Monsanto. In March, the World Health Organization declared that the company’s flagship product, its herbicide glyphosate or Roundup, is a probable human carcinogen. Increasingly, national health ministries are taking a hard second look … Continue reading →

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