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Final BBC News at One from BBC Television Centre Friday 15 March 2013

The government has partially fought of a series of objections to 'High Speed Two' in the courts, but in the victory to residents affected by the project the compensation scheme has been deemed unlawful. The line would go from London to Birmingham in fase one and to Leeds and Manchester in fase 2. For the government it is a good thing because the plans to build the railway could have been delayed by many years. A man was charged with the murder of Christina Atkins, 16, who died in Birmingham when she was stabbed on the top deck of a bus on her way to school.

 Original Broadcast

I get why people who bought a house when they did, without a railway past their houses, wouldn't want a railway past their houses now. Though I believe when compensated for distress this line could severely strengthen the British economy. These people should really reconsider what the advantages/disadvantages are when it comes to the High Speed Two. I hope that the man who killed Christina Atkins will get locked up for life. When you are 22 you have the capacity to make your own decisions. When you neglect to make the right decisions and kill a young woman because of it, you are not fit to roam free in this society in my opinion.

 

BBC. (2013, 03 15). Sam Smith. Retrieved 05 05, 2013, from YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=BsgW_UDoZmA

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Sign of the Times - BBC News January First 2013

The Royal College of Physicians say that depending the area you live in National Health Services for obese people are patchy and inadequate. More needs to be done to tackle health problems caused by obesity. Obesity in the UK is now more frequent, more severe and occurring at younger ages. 25% of UK's adults are obese but researchers expect 50% of the adults to be obese in 2050. The council of Newham is implementing a system of compulsory licensing and fines to tackle rogue landlords who overprice and overcrowd their properties. The councils the first in England to implement this system.

 Original broadcast

I believe that it is a good thing for the Royal College of Physicians to alert the National Health Services to be more aware of the growing obesity problems in the United Kingdom. Though I do believe that most of these people need individual reprimands to get them to lose weight. As a person who is overweight myself I find that thinking about one's future and health stimulates to lose weight and become a healthier person. The letting licensing is a good idea, I think, because it not only stimulates better living circumstances for the letters but it also stimulates the economy because the letters can spend the money on other things.

 

BBC. (2013, 01 01). nuggetsofwisdom99. Retrieved 04 28, 2013, from YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=kQqeYoY32xA 

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Final BBC news at six from BBC Television Centre Friday 15 march 2013

England's primary schools are under pressure nearly a quarter of million new places will be needed in 18 month's time. Schools in England are struggling to cope with the surge in numbers, one in five primary schools is already full to their capacity. The fourteenth century burial site for victims of the plague is discovered by workers digging a rail link across London. Te plague pit was dug in 1349 outside the city walls. The stars come out for Comic Relief for nearly twenty five years of being funny for money. Stars convince the public to give money to a charity foundation that does charity work in Britain and other countries in the world.

 

Original broadcast

I believe that the previous administration failed to prepare the country, especially the public primary schools, for the future. It is their job to think ahead and build enough schools to offer schooling to all children. They had four year to see that they would need a quarter of a million extra places in primary schools. If they are smart they also start thinking about how many places they will need in secondary schools in the future. I think it is amazing that the earth still has presents for us to discover and learn from. Finding this grave site gives us the opportunity to learn more. One should not wait for one day to give to the needy but they should always help when able.

 

BBC. (2013, 03 15). Sam Smith. Retrieved 05 28, 2013, from YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Vnk7ZK4eyhc

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Last ever BBC new broadcast form television centre 18/03/13

President of Cyprus tries to defuse anger of the terms of an EU bailout. He warns that his country might turn bankrupt. British troops serving in Cyprus will not be affected by the new bank tax. During a national address, the president says this way is the lesser of two evils. This deal is different than the one offered to Ireland, Spain, Greece and Portugal. Changes to pensions and social care in 2013's budget for Britain are necessary because the chancellor says there can be no easy answers to Britain's economic woes. There is a new  president in China, the president believes a stronger economical force is possible and that all Chinese people will share china's profits.

 Original broadcast

The deal offered to Cyprus is, in my believes, reasonable. Though I do understand that the people of Cyprus now feel that they are being stolen from by their government and the EU by the levy's the EU wants to invoke. I hope that the people will realize choosing for the EU's solution is indeed the lesser of two evils and that they will come out of their economical dip stronger than before. I think that the way Chancellor Osborne is dealing with the economical woes of Britain is quite good, he gives more to the elderly and the infrastructure of the country.

 

BBC. (2013, 03 18). iCabrit. Retrieved 05 26, 2013, from YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=ayaPoHHVY-c

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BBC World News First Bulletin New Studio

Rebels in Mali seized a government held town and France insists it's military intervention will only last weeks. The French government is awfully bullish about how they see the war in Mali. But the taking of the city must be taken as a huge blow. The International Rescue Committee claim that the actions of the world to aid Syria have been drastically insufficient, and the Syrians are still suffering. New BBC headquarters, the biggest multilingual newsroom in the world. It is called Broadcasting house, is stationed in central London and houses 45% of the staff. It houses television, radio and online editorial departments. Ben Affleck won two Golden Globes for his movie Argo.

 Original broadcast

It pains me to see that there is no end to horror and war in the world. I hope that the disturbances in Mali and elsewhere in the world quickly resolve themselves. Though war is not something that we should take lightly so maybe the French government should be a bit more concerned in how to resolve this struggle. As far as the IRC goes, I believe that there is plenty of money in the world spend on refugee assistance and we all have to make ends meet. Complaining about it isn't going to help anyone. Congratulations to the BBC and their new Broadcasting house, and to Ben Affleck for his movie.

 

BBC. (2013, 01 15). irt5. Retrieved 04 26, 2013, from Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=-xPlSMJU_xk

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BBC World News - 08 MAY 2013

Manchester United manager A. Ferguson, age 71, announced retirement, the end of an era. He won 13 premier league cups in his 27 years of managing the club. Three women reunited with family in Ohio, abducted and held in Cleveland. The police arrested 3 brother as suspects, though the police could have found the women earlier though ignored reports of women crying for help. Tougher immigration rules outlined in the annual queen's speech. She will also address certain issues like free health care and government housing. It is unsure if the Queen will address the 'Leaving the EU'- issue.

 Original Broadcast

I think it is extraordinary that mister Ferguson was able to be manage a football club up to such an old age. I think it is good that he stops managing now and spends more time with his wife. I am also baffled by the fact that 3 women and one boy have been kept in that house in Cleveland for so long without anyone aiding them or rescuing them. It is just that the police force investigates why that is. On the issue of leaving the EU I think it is a difficult topic because the UK is not in the Euro zone, so most EU decisions would have a negative impact on the UK's economy.

 

BBC. (2013, 05 08). KeithCutey. Retrieved 05 12, 2013, from Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=_rGQH3BznHQ

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BBC News at One, Moday 18th March 2013

The government wants to regulate press due to the phone hacking scandal, by setting up a royal charter. Though they are uncertain if this will be underpinned by law. Markets in Cyprus fall over new tax for EU bailout. The move has been set in motion to get the country ready for a EU bailout. The president of Cyprus says it's the only way to save the country from bankruptcy. Britain's air and space industry are getting a two billion pound investment securing the future of a 115 000 jobs. The money is a one million investment from the government and a two million investment from industry. 10 years after the invasion in Iraq, where 179 British soldiers died an 116.000 civilians lost their lives, much has changed after the invasion. Frank Thornton, an 'are you being served' star, died at 92.

Original news broadcast
 

I believe that there are some rules and regulations necessary when it comes to the freedom of press. One should not overstep the boundaries of personal privacy. Furthermore the Cyprians should find a better way of getting out of debt if they do not want to follow the rules the EU gives them. I think I  is a good thing that the British business life and government come together to save this many jobs in the air and space industry. I am also rather glad that mister Thornton lived his life to the fullest.

 

BBC. (2013, 03 18). BBC, ITV, Channel 4, Channel 5. Retrieved 03 20, 2013, from Youtube: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=i10-d3X_rXM

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Man faces court over 1982 Hyde Park IRA bombing

John Downey, of County Donegal, was arrested at Gatwick airport on Sunday and charged with murder of four soldiers who died during the IRA bombing of Hyde Park in 1982. John Downey, 61, was arrested at Gatwick airport on Sunday. He is accused of being responsible for a car bomb left in South Carriage Drive which killed soldiers Roy Bright, Dennis Daly, Simon Tipper and Geoffrey Young as they rode through the park to the Changing of the Guard. The explosion also injured other members of the Royal Household Cavalry and killed seven horses. Downey was charged with murder and with intending to cause an explosion likely to endanger life.



Picture of the site

 

Even though this has taken place a long while ago, over thirty years, I am glad they caught the man responsible. Many may say that he is an older man now and he has lived past the expiration date of his crime, but I hope that he will be convicted. He should not be able to see any daylight for many years to come. He took away the life of four soldiers who were part of the Royal Guard and also seven horses, though the horses don't bother me as much. He lived his live with no remorse, I assume otherwise he would have turned himself in somewhat years ago, and now he should get full sentencing.


Association, P. (2013, 05 04). UK News Crime. Retrieved 06 01, 2013, from The Guardian: http://www.guardian.co.uk/uk/2013/may/24/court-1982-hyde-park-ira-bombing

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Mum flees as Bridger gives evidence.

Family friend Bridger denies that he abducted and murdered the little five-year-old girl April Jones. He realized that he ran something over when he felt his wheels rise on one side. He tried to resuscitate her with the kiss of life but she wouldn’t wake up anymore.  As he was giving his evidence at his trial for the first time Aprils mother, Coral, fled from Mold Crown Court in tears as Bridger went on to describe how he carried the lifeless body of her daughter into his Land Rover. He still denies abduction and murder charges, and the trial continues.



April Jones

 

These sick bastards should be shot on sight if it were up to me. If he truly made a mistake and it was really an accident, why carry the body of a sweet five year old girl into your truck and take her home. Letting her parent get sick of worry and stress. It is inhumane what people like this do and they do not deserve to live their lives like they used to anymore. This is another example of a crazed monster in my opinion. My heart goes out to her parents Paul and Coral and I hope this SOB gets life.


Foster, E. (2013, 05 23). Mum flees as Bridger gives evidence. The Sun, p. 9.

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Margaret Thatcher funeral dress rehearsal takes place

The rehearsal for the military procession that will form the heart of Lady Thatcher's ceremonial funeral began early on Monday morning in London. At 4.50am, an RAF guard emerged onto the thoroughfare, split into two ranks, and marched down towards the cathedral. They joined a procession of around 400 personnel from the Royal Navy. Just before 5.25am, the gun carriage arrived, drawn by six black Irish draught horses from the King's Troop Royal Horse Artillery. On Wednesday, the coffin's journey to the cathedral will be accompanied by the firing of a minute gun from Tower Wharf. Major Andrew Chatburn, the man in charge of choreographing the parade, thought it went very well.



Britain's Iron Lady in her Prime

 

I believe that Margaret Thatcher was a formidable woman, a force to be reckoned with. She did some great things in her time as a Prime minister. Though regarding the funeral, I think it is a bit excessive. Yes, she was the first female Prime Minister of Great Britain, and yes, she successfully concluded the Falkland wars. But is all of this drama and spectacle really necessary for a grocer's daughter, who also made some horrible decisions in her prime. I am happy that she lived life to the fullest but I do not think she needs all the drama and spectacle about her death.



Jones, S., & Davies, C. (2013, 04 15). Politics. Retrieved 04 22, 2013, from The Guardian: http://www.guardian.co.uk/politics/2013/apr/15/margaret-thatcher-funeral-dress-rehearsal

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Daniel Pelka murder case: Parents 'deliberately starved son'

An emaciated four year old boy likened to a concentration camp victim dies of a head wound on March 3rd, 2012. His mother and stepfather both deny murdering Daniel and causing or allowing his death. His parents, both originally from Poland, have a formidable pile of evidence stacked against them. His mother, allegedly, almost drowned him once to get some peace and quiet. A post-mortem examination showed that the little boy had several groups of injuries in 27 different areas. An expert also stated that the boy was 'extremely emaciated', and that his BMI was so low it could not be plotted on a chart. These acts were not isolated incidents but occurred regularly leading up to his death. The trial was adjourned until Thursday.



Daniel Pelka in happier times

 

I believe that parents like these should not be able to ever have children again. People like this should be snipped at the bud, if you know what I mean. Being able to give birth to a healthy child is such a gift, a gift they just threw away by neglecting and (unintentionally) murdering this boy. They purposely underfed this little boy who needed his mothers nurturing most. He also had several head traumas, trunk injuries and bruises on all four limbs, and discernible bruising to his right scalp. And to think that the mother and stepfather of the boy both exchanged text messages stating the boy was a pain and should be locked up is preposterous. It is a four year old child, he need caring attention not going to bed hungry. My question is how did it get this far?



Front Page. (2013, 06 03). Retrieved 06 03, 2013, from Huffington Post: http://www.huffingtonpost.co.uk/2013/06/03/daniel-pelka-death_n_3379192.html

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Machete Maniacs Murder Squaddle

On May 22nd two men killed a soldier in London. The assailants were looking for a soldier to express their frustration on. When driving past the Royal Artillery Barracks they assailants spotted the victim, wearing a 'Help for Heroes' hooded shirt They drove into him with their car, dragged him out on the street and started hacking into the victim, as eyewitness stated. A few moments later one of the assailants threatened a passerby to record him while he ranted on about how this attack was an eye for an eye because British soldiers kill Muslims every day. The assailants were shot when police arrived to the scene and are now in holding.



Area of the crime scene

 

I believe that the assailants made one thing very clear, when a event like this happens in western society, where one is ought to assume they're safe, everyone loses their minds. But what people forget is that events like this happen regularly, if not daily, in war-zones all over the world and most people couldn’t care less. I condemn what they did, because it goes against all of my core beliefs, none the less they have some sort of a point. My heart goes out to the families of the victim of this event, and the families of all other victims of hate crimes.



Sullivan, M. (2013, 05 23). Machete Maniancs Murder Squaddle. The Sun, pp. 2-3.

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Jose Mourinho says Chelsea return was 'easy decision'

On Monday it was announced that 50-year-old ex-Chelsea trainer Jose Mourinho would return to his former club to a managing position. Mourinho helped Real to the Spanish league title in 2012 and has won two European Cups with Porto and Inter Milan.The Portuguese ex-pro says he wants to 'improve the team' without spending millions in transfers. He wants to work with the team to improve it. "If I don't do that I would not be happy with myself" is what he says. If it were up to him he would start immediately, as he claims, he does not need a holiday. In his words; happiness is stronger than tiredness.

Previous win of Mourinho

 

When having a limited knowledge of football, like me, hiring an ex-trainer who loves the club, has plenty of managing experience and has won numerous prizes looks like a great idea. I know he is a very popular trainer, and was a popular pro-football player, and that most Chelsea fans are thrilled to have him back. Ron Gourlay, director of Chelsea, welcomed him with open arms. He already helped Chelsea to win the championship in 2004-2005, so I have faith that he can do it again. He is going to take over from interim boss Rafael Benitez after working at Real for 3 years.

Farquhar, G. (2013, 06 03). Sport Football. Retrieved 06 03, 2013, from BBC: http://www.bbc.co.uk/sport/0/football/22757602

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Nursery children ‘do not run around unsupervised’

Elizabeth Truss has irritated the childcare profession by suggesting that in “too many settings” youngsters are being allowed to “run around” with “no sense of purpose”. Though at the 'Bright beginnings' nursery in Leeds most of their days pass on quite uneventful and the children are being looked after very well. Most kindergarten teachers feel that the Minister lumped together everyone. Ms. Truss has angered childcare experts by proposing to cut the adult-to-child ratio in some settings so that each staff member can look after up to six three-year-olds. Purnima Tanuku, chief executive of National Day Nurseries Association, said that three quarters of nurseries were currently rated either good or outstanding, and that the British system is admired throughout the world.

Minister Elizabeth Truss

 

I believe that a minister should not make statements that lump the majority together. There are lots of stories involving child care none the less, a minister should take precaution when stating something. Her own children do not even go to a nursery, so I wonder what made her the expert. One should not just assume what they have been told but try to investigate further before making a statement like this. And by lumping every nursery together you enforce a rule that would not necessarily better the life of all children who attend nursery schools.

Brown, J. (2013, 04 22). Education. Retrieved 04 23, 2013, from The Independant: http://www.independent.co.uk/news/uk/home-news/nursery-children-do-not-run-around-unsupervised-8583548.html