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Aldeburgh gentry enjoy Bank Holiday pleasure time

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Bank Holiday fun at Aldeburgh yesterday
Bank Holiday fun at Aldeburgh yesterday

By Peter Grimes, Aldeburgh Correspondent

The well-heeled people of Aldeburgh enjoyed some seaside activities as the sun made Bank Holiday a roaring success.

Locals dispensed with their usual reserve to dip their toes into the water.

Ladies used new-fangled bathing machines designed to protect their modesty as they put on swimming attire and descended into the waves out of sight.

It got busy on the beach at one point

The general scene was a delight, and this newspaper can report the Aldeburgh merchants did a fine trade in delicious fondant fancies, made by local baker Lorraine Fisher, 34, and ginger beer.

Children from the orphanage in Leiston, which is sufficiently far away from Aldeburgh so that residents don’t usually need to see them, also enjoyed a special annual outing on Aldeburgh beach.

Leiston Orphanage children at Aldeburgh

The little urchins are pictured above after agreeing to stand still for 45 seconds while the Suffolk Gazette Aldeburgh photographer, Reginald Britten took the image on his new Box Camera.

Meanwhile, in Lowestoft, just a few miles up the Suffolk coast, there were distinctly different Bank Holiday scenes.

This is where common people, the type who work in the factories or in the fields, go for their leisure time.

Our image below, taken by our colleagues at the Lowestoft Post and Times, and with colour added from a new printing press technique, shows many working-class folk enjoying a day off from their usual toil. The open air will do wonders for their sores and complaints.

Norfolk beach
Meanwhile, in Lowestoft

Aldeburgh Mayor Steve Walshe, 43, said: “The town was alive with activity yesterday. Everyone managed to protect their modesty and no adult skin was displayed.”

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Latest figures show 3,200 new COVID cases and 752,000 putting their vaccination card on Facebook

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Alarming new figures show there is no let-up in the number of people posting a photograph of their COVID vaccination card on Facebook.

Even though just about everyone in the country will be jabbed at some point, many people assume it is newsworthy to report they have had the vaccination.

The latest Government figures show in the latest period there were: 8 deaths, 3,200 new cases – and 752,000 new Facebook posts of people with a photo of their card.

Social media misery Lorraine Fisher, 34, said: “It’s getting like when it snows and everyone posts a photo on Facebook. Why?

“We only need to look out of the window to see it is snowing. And it’s not like we haven’t seen it before.

“Every day, my feed is full of people saying they have had their COVID vaccination and proudly posting a photo of their card.

“These same people have completely ignored all the ‘vaccine done’ posts from their friends.

“And now the ‘double-jabs’ are reporting their news as well.

“It’s times like this that I would welcome seeing what people had for dinner, or a photo of their ugly dog.”

But vaccination fan Steve Walshe, 43, from Woodbridge, said it was important for people to celebrate their news.

“I put up my vaccination card on Facebook – hopefully my cheery post might encourage others to go along and get it done.”

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Do Chelsea’s recent victories over Manchester City give them the advantage in the Champions League final?

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Premier League rivals Chelsea and Manchester City will go head-to-head in the Champions League final at the Estádio do Dragão tomorrow night, and whilst Premier League champions Man City are the heavy favourites in the Champions League winner odds, many are beginning to question whether Chelsea’s two recent victories over Pep Guardiola’s side will give the west Londoners the upper hand.

With Man City tipped for an historic quadruple, not many people gave Chelsea a chance when the sides met in the FA Cup semi-final last month. Yet, Hakim Ziyech’s second-half strike secured a dogged 1-0 victory and Chelsea’s place in the final.

Less than a month later, Thomas Tuchel’s men rained on City’s parade again — extending their wait to regain the Premier League title from Liverpool’s trophy cabinet. Raheem Sterling fired the hosts into the lead late in the first half before Sergio Agüero’s Panenka penalty was easily saved by Edouard Mendy on the brink of half-time.

City were made to pay for the Argentine’s mistake in the second half as Ziyech fired his low effort from the edge of the box past Ederson and into the bottom corner before Timo Werner set up Marcos Alonso for an injury-time winner.

Those victories have led to speculation that Tuchel has gotten under Guardiola’s skin and that the Blues will head into the Champions League final with a psychological advantage over the heavy market favourites.

The victory meant little in the title race as it was just a matter of time before City wrapped up the league. However, there’s no doubt that with the Champions League final just around the corner, both sides would have wanted to win to stamp their authority before the big game.

The odds may be against Chelsea, but they will go into the final knowing that they have what it takes to beat Guardiola’s side, and they will surely be confident of doing so having got the better of the Premier League champions twice in quick succession.

In fact, Tuchel is becoming somewhat of a thorn in the Catalan manager’s side. In their four meetings, Guardiola has won just once, defeating Tuchel’s Borussia Dortmund in the German Cup final on penalties whilst at Bayern Munich.

With the German seemingly knowing how to keep Guardiola shtum, the worry for Man City fans now is that the 50-year-old overthinks his tactics ahead of the final. Guardiola has become infamous for overthinking throughout his career and given how he tinkered in the side’s Premier League meeting earlier this month, it looks likely that he will change things up again for the Champions League final.

Following his side’s victory at the Etihad Stadium, Tuchel was quick to rule out the successive victories having an impact on the Champions League final. However, he did admit that his men now know how to beat City and that will help in the showpiece match.

“As I have said before, this result will not change the final,” the German gaffer said. “We will arrive with the knowledge we are capable of beating City. This is what we have now, and this will not change until [the final].”

Chelsea will undoubtedly have an edge heading into the game, but if Manchester City are at their best, they will be a tough nut to crack. Despite the two defeats, Guardiola’s men will still be the favourites, and it would be no surprise to see them lifting the Champions League trophy for the first time on Saturday night. 

Friends Reunion: fans shocked at how old Rachel looks

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Fans of the hit TV show Friends are shocked by how old the cast look in their reunion special.

They say Jennifer Aniston and her co-stars have not aged well.

The Suffolk Gazette was handed the image of ‘Rachel’, which we print below.

Jennifer Aniston on the Friends Reunion (Photo: Raph PH under CC)

It clearly shows Jennifer Aniston today, aged 52, a lot older than when she and the rest of the crew finished filming US sitcom Friends in New York back in 2004.

Friends fan Lorraine Fisher, 34, said: “I was so looking forward to watching the Friends reunion, but I would rather remember the characters for how they were.

“They all look so old now, it’s a shame.”

However, others are keen to point out that the cast still look amazing, and they are pretty sure Lorraine Fisher will look a lot older when she is 52.

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Cheer up – the nights start drawing in soon

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Britain has something to look forward to at last – the nights start drawing in soon, meaning winter is finally on its way.

The longest day is on June 21, fewer than four weeks away, and after that we can look forward to cold, dark evenings with crap weather.

Thankfully, after going through the year from hell, we have all been basking in glorious long, summer days recently.

We have a glow about us that comes from lovely sunshine and time spent enjoying ourselves outdoors.

So, the reality of the nights drawing in and winter approaching is a welcome relief.

Sun-parched Lorraine Fisher, 34, said: “We’ve all got a bit bored of the heatwave, quite frankly.

“After COVID and lockdown misery, it was nice at first to have months of relentless sunshine.

“But it’s getting a bit boring now. Wouldn’t it be nice to get a drop of rain? Our gardens are crying out for it.”

Steve Walshe added: “I can’t wait for the nights to draw in. I love it being cold and dark – it’s the real onset of another winter to look forward to.”

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Norfolk Space Agency to send first manned mission to the sun

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In a huge step for mankind, the Norfolk Space Agency (NSA) is to send its first manned space mission to the sun.

A rocket will send the Solar 1 capsule on a two-month journey to the sun, where it will touch down, allowing the two astronauts from Norwich to carry out the first sun walk.

To combat the searing temperatures on the surface, their spacesuits will be made of the same material used by oven gloves.

But just to be on the safe side, the mission will take off at night.

NSA spokesperson Bubba Spuckler said: “This is an outstanding mission that no-one would have believed possible only a few years ago.

“The main challenge has been coping with the rather warm temperature of about 15 million degrees Celsius.

“But we have overcome that thanks to oven gloves and ensured neither of the two astronauts is ginger.”

The flight will take off from the launch pad at Great Yarmouth, which is usually used by helicopters ferrying workers to North Sea oil rigs.

NSA confirmed the countdown would start at 12, rather than 10 so that Norfolk residents could join in using the digits on both hands.

Space watcher Lorraine Fisher, 34, said today’s announcement is likely to start something of a space race, with China and India both looking at rival missions.

How to write papers faster and better: an ultimate guide

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Essay writing

Essays play a major role in the lives of college students. Most students write at least three essays per course per semester, and at times they might have four to six essays stacked up needing to be written.

Indeed, the number of essays has only increased in recent years as more learning moves online, where essays are the most common type of assignment. Because students are facing down more essays than ever before, there is a serious problem with students being able to complete their essays on time with the quality that they require. So, what is a student to do when they have too many essays to write and not enough time to write them all?

In this article, we’ll take a look at ways to write your paper better and faster so you can save time and get more work done without sacrificing quality.

Here’s where you should start to write your papers better and quickly.

Read the Assignment

This certainly seems like it would be an obvious first step, but it’s important that you read the assignment thoroughly to make sure that you understand every part of it. While it might seem as though a question leaves a lot of room for you to explore the topic, you need to be sure that you have grasped the limits of the question and what you are asked to do. It is often the case that students don’t have a full understanding of each part of the question or have missed a requirement and as a result produce a paper that is not going to meet all of the grading criteria. If there is anything you aren’t sure about, ask your instructor. 

Review the Grading Rubric

This is another obvious step but one that will save you a lot of time and effort. The grading rubric serves as a map for your assignment, showing you how your instructor will evaluate your paper. Use the rubric to help you focus primarily on the elements of the assignment that your instructor will be looking for. This will save you time by showing you exactly what you need to do without having to pay ultimate attention to every aspect of the rubric. Do what you need to do to maximize points while minimizing effort.

Consider Professional Essay Help

Before you start writing, you should consider getting some writing help from an online expert. When you pay someone to do essays for you, you will be able to save time and improve your essay performance. A reputable online essay service e.g. Write My Paper Hub can connect you with an expert paper writer who will do your academic writing for you. You can use the resulting essay as a model to show you how to move forward quickly and efficiently. Many students are wary about using professional essay writing help, but when deployed correctly, it can be a time saver and a lifesaver. Don’t hesitate to give it a try.

Do Your Research First

You need to research your paper before you start writing so you can save time overall. Most students use the stop-and-start method of writing where a student will begin writing, stop as soon as he or she runs out of information, research a new source, and then keep writing. This is an inefficient way of writing and can cost a student a lot of time and effort because studies have shown that stopping and starting causes us to lose focus and need to go back before we can pick up where we left off. By doing your research first and collecting your sources before you start writing, you can avoid costly starts and stops. Try developing a full bibliography and formatting citations and references before you write to save more time. That way you can simply drop in preformatted chunks of research without stopping and starting.

Outline Your Essay

Outlining can sometimes seem like a waste of time since it won’t be seen in the final product, but it’s actually a great timesaver that will change the way you write essays forever. When you outline your paper, you not only give yourself a guide to help stay on track but also speed up the writing process by working through all of the major challenges before you even start your essay. The more effort that you put into your essay from the outline onward, the faster you’ll be able to write and the better the final product will be. You won’t have to worry about going off on unproductive tangents or about finding your conclusion strayed too far from your introduction. You’ll stay on topic and on task from start to finish, making the whole process much more efficient. 

Save the Introduction for Last

One more time-saving tip is to save the introduction for last. Many students stress about the right way to introduce the paper, and this can give them cold feet about the entire essay process. However, you don’t need to stress about it. There is no rule that says you need to write the intro first. Instead, start with the thesis statement and the body of the essay and wait to write the intro after you’ve finished the conclusion. That way you’ll know exactly where you end up and can determine the best way to set up the paper to take the reader to your brilliant conclusion.

What is cashback? Money-back when you shop online

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Casino cashback

What is Casino Cashback?

A cashback bonus works in a fairly straightforward manner. The term “Cashback” pretty much sums up what it does: it offers money in return.

Different casinos have different terms, and you could be required to lose without doubling your original deposit in some cases. Cashback bonuses do not necessarily return the entire deposit. They sometimes refund between 10% and 35% of the money you lose.

Online Cashback

Cashback rewards are common online casino bonuses because they repay the player for a certain amount of time for a percentage of net losses.

Taking Advantage of Cashback Bonuses

Casino cashback offers may be provided on a regular, weekly, monthly basis, or only on specific days. Apart from the fact that cashback rewards can compensate you for your online gaming losses, they also have another feature that makes them appealing to online players.

It is still a good idea to read the terms and conditions before receiving the cashback offer. What exactly does that imply? For starters, please double-check when the payout expires to avoid any unwanted surprises.

Secondly, check to see if the cashback offer has any wagering requirements; if it does, make sure you understand them so you can meet them.

Finally, if there is a bonus code, copy it so you will be unable to collect the bonus until you have it.

Moneyback When shopping Online

Any website that promises to help you get your money back should be thoroughly investigated. Look for any web feedback or questions about it. Often, look at the specifics of the procedure at each slot.

Things to Consider

What is the frequency of the payouts? You could not get paid right away and different slots have different payout times and terms.

What is the maximum amount that can be paid out? Before redeeming the money, you will need to collect a certain sum of earnings or wait for some time.

  • Payment methods – Gift cards, PayPal credit, or cheques can be used as payment methods.
  • Payout requirements – Some sales can have various percentages for different products at each store, as well as exclusions for certain divisions.
  • You must be a disciplined shopper as some of the offers can be luring.

How to Get a Cashback Bonus at an Online Casino

The only way to apply for the greatest online casino cashback is to get involved with playing online casino games.

No top-rated online casino ever wants its customers to be dissatisfied, which is why the best cashback deals are made available.

They’re usually sold daily or weekly, so be very observant if you’re looking for a decent deal.

If you accept the offer, your online casino will determine the amount of your loss won if your deposit on the online game fails.

The balance will be credited to your account automatically.

Welcome Bonuses

There are no deposit incentives, which allow you to simply register and play, as well as match bonuses that include a minimum deposit (check wagering requirements) but also reward you. It’s just a matter of personal taste and understanding.

Final Words

Always pay attention to the terms and conditions. It is important that you read the terms and conditions of every offer, regardless of where you want to play.

Every online casino will have its own set of conditions for each of its offers, so make sure you read them thoroughly and ensure you understand what you’re getting into.

This ensures that you can take advantage of a discount deal without being disappointed.