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Karols Korner Merry Christmas! Tis the season of goodwill! Seriously speaking – does that extend to your neighbours? Sometimes even family can be hard to cope with while we have what are supposed to be happy holidays. The pressure is on to have a wonderful time and to create a perfect Christmas, which is not always either realistic or possible. So give yourself some space this year, take the pressure off, get the mulled wine or Prosecco out and put your feet up! Give yourself and your family the gift of time! I read something on FB this week that really touched me, the story ran about a young boy, an old man, whose biggest treasure in life was contained in a small silver box. The young boy was desperate to know what it contained. Years later, nature took its course, and the old man passed away, a few days later, a parcel arrived at the young mans home, and inside was the box. And inside the box? A pocket watch! The gift the old man had valued so highly, was the gift of time, the young boys time........ Lets make memories this Christmas

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Nottinghamshire YMCA opens children’s holiday camp in Newark

Nottinghamshire YMCA are launching a holiday camp for children aged 5* - 12 years at Newark Academy during the upcoming February half-term holiday from 18th – 22nd February 2019. Young people in Newark and surrounding areas will be able to attend Nottinghamshire YMCA’s newest holiday camp taking place at Newark Academy, London Road, Newark. This new addition to the YMCA day camps programme will run alongside the already established Camp Williams (Nottingham Emmanuel School, West Bridgford) every school holiday. At Newark Camp, all children get to take part in a variety of exciting group activities over the course of a week, including sports (football,

basketball, cricket, hockey), camp games (dodgeball, Ultimate Frisbee, scatterball, Danish longball), swimming, arts and crafts, board games, camp fire circle activities and camp rallies. The camp will provide children and young people with opportunities to form positive values and to learn through positive, engaging, and interactive experiences. Campers will receive awards and certificates for demonstrating the four core values of the charity – caring,

honesty, respect and responsibility. Steffen Benbow, Camps and Adventure Services Manager at Nottinghamshire YMCA, said: “Our belief is that young people with access to these camps and our role model Camp Leaders will make healthier choices as they grow into adults. The programme is action packed, adventure driven and experience focused, and really engages with young people in a way they might not experience anywhere else. I love that we can provide children with opportunities to try out so many different and exciting activities.”

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THE CHRISTMAS TECHNOLOGY SURVIVAL GUIDE It used to be so simple. The only technology you needed to think about at Christmas was a bunch of AA batteries, and setting the video for Die Hard. Now, though, things are a bit more complicated. Even the humblest toys are packing processors, using obscure batteries or demanding an overnight charge before you can use them. Investing in stacks of AA batteries is still a good idea – go for rechargeable ones; they’ll cost more to begin with but they’ll save you a fortune in the long term and they’re better for the environment too – but we’d also recommend having some smaller AAAs and a square 9V battery to hand too. That latter one’s for the smoke detector that’ll start beeping incessantly on Christmas Eve just after all the shops have shut. It’s worth checking individual gifts before you wrap them to see if they need particular batteries: while AA and AAA are the most common, some require LR44s or CR2032s – easy enough to get from the nearest shop, but unlikely to be sitting in your second drawer. If they’re gifts, providing the right batteries too will make you very popular. It’s wise to have a small toolkit handy, or at least a small crosshead screwdriver. Children’s toys, especially big plastic ones, are often screwed to the packaging. Even worse, some use cable ties so you’ll need scissors handy too. Don’t worry if devices such as Pay As You Go phones or handheld devices don’t come with chargers: most such devices use the same 6

micro-USB chargers as Android tablets, Kindle e-book readers and other common bits of kit, so there’s no need to get more. If Santa’s bringing pre-owned Apple devices you might need to provide a lightning cable to charge them: not all pre-owned devices come with the original cables. One of the biggest technology pains at Christmas is the big download: from new tablets to games consoles, it seems that everything requires a software update before you can do anything. That’s a particular pain with Xboxes and PlayStations: games often won’t let you play online without the most recent version of the system software. Naturally, the worst possible time to download that is on Christmas morning when everybody in your street is doing the same – if you can, it’s a great idea to install the updates in advance so everything’s ready to go on Christmas Day. It’s also a good idea to prepare for the worst: make sure you have a note of and receipts for any expensive tech items that will be in your home over the Christmas period (some insurance policies automatically increase contents cover over Christmas, but not all do), and if younger children are being given anything droppable it’s a very good idea to invest in a protective case. That’s a lesson we’ve learnt the hard way – even a cheap case can protect an expensive iPad. If you thought the speed of light was fast, you haven’t seen how quickly a four-year-old can accidentally crack an iPad or smartphone screen. Images above left to right - Amazon Fire Kids Edition tablet, Energizer charger and AA batteries, Sony PlayStation 4 special edition games console. Image bottom left - Boompods charging cables.

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Don’t let Christmas costs ruin your New Year: 3 ways to stay in control of spending this December reduces the likelihood of incurring high fees that can create financial hardship in the New Year.

Even when you’ve budgeted for the presents, food, drink, and entertainment, it can be very tempting to throw caution to the wind and overspend at Christmas. In fact, Bank of England figures show we spend 20% more on food in December than in other months, and 30% more on alcohol.¹ If you’re wondering how to manage your Christmas spending more effectively, saving, budgeting, and making a list is just the start. Here are three other ways you might not have considered to start the New Year with a healthy bank balance and reduced financial stress. Pre-arranged overdraft facility Whether or not you already have an overdraft facility, Christmas expenditure can easily take you over the limit. Arranging a new overdraft facility with your bank, or extending an existing one to cover Christmas expenses, 8

Intended to be a temporary and controlled use of credit in line with your Christmas budget, an arranged overdraft facility that’s repaid over a few months helps gets you back on track financially. How do overdrafts work? An overdraft that’s prearranged with your bank means you can withdraw more money than is in your current account, up to an agreed limit. There is generally a set period of time that the facility is available, and typically a charge for each day you’re overdrawn. Overdraft fees vary between banks, but generally include a charge for setting up the facility, a fee for each day it’s used and a renewal fee if you need to extend it. Some providers offer fee-free amounts, whilst others base their daily charge on the level of your overdrawn balance. You may be able to sign up for text and/or email alerts that let you know when you’re approaching your overdraft

limit. This allows you to control your exposure to the higher fees associated with unarranged overdrafts. Daily deals websites and loyalty cards Take advantage of the growing number of daily deals websites and you can save a significant amount at Christmas. Wowcher, Groupon, and Living Social are just a few of the sites where you’ll find great deals on gifts, experiences, fitness products and lots more. It’s straightforward to sign up, and you can receive emails with the latest deals. You’re also likely to see smaller businesses offering discounts on their products rather than purely household brand names. It’s easy to get carried away when you have access to so many discounts, but if you do your research and stick to your list, it should save you money overall. How do deals websites work? You simply sign up with your email address and you can get targeted gift ideas, often with a significant discount. Key in the home town of people you’re buying for and you’ll receive ideas that are local to them – meals out, afternoon teas or experience days, tailored to your family and friends. Loyalty cards Another way to reduce

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Probate What needs to happen when someone dies… When someone dies it is hard enough to deal with the emotional aspects of grief, without the added complications of sorting the legal and financial affairs. Most people assume that it will be simple and everything will be straightforward especially if they are married. Quite often though the person that you expect to deal with your estate will be the very person that is least likely to be in a position to think clearly and understand the importance of the documentation to be completed due to the emotion and practical upheaval of losing a loved one. Here at Honey Legal we provide a professional friendly service to your relatives at a time when they need it the most. We can guide them through the legal and financial jargon, making the process as smooth as it can be in the circumstances. We have legal professionals who are specialist in their field. With the average Solicitor or Bank charging in the region of 5% of your estate, our competitive prices start at 1.95% of the gross estate value, plus VAT, Fees and disbursements.

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A Calmer Christmas by Kate Duggan The season of goodwill can sometimes feel more like the season of discontent. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re hoping to avoid the tantrums, sugar crashes and slamming doors this year (or some of them at least), keep readingâ&#x20AC;Ś FAMILY TIME It can be LQFUHGLEO\ GLIĂ&#x20AC;FXOW WR Ă&#x20AC;W HYHU\WKLQJ LQ DURXQG Christmas. Kids often seem to demand the most of you when you have the least to give. If youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re time-poor, think quality over quantity. Half an hour spent on a family activity now might well avoid a lengthy meltdown later on. Arts and crafts with the kids can be fun, but you might want to leave the messier aspects until the new year. (Unless you really enjoy cleaning out paint pots, scrubbing slime out of the carpet and hoovering up glitter.) Paper craft is a good DOWHUQDWLYH 3DSHU VQRZĂ DNHV are cheap, easy and not too time-consuming. Cut them out at the table so you can sweep most of the scraps straight into the recycling bin. Paper chains are even easier. Or pick up a paper craft book. Christmas Paper Play by Lydia Crook (ÂŁ9.99) is packed with things to cut out and make, including decorations, mini crackers and games. 10

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THINGS TO DO, THAT’S NEAR TO YOU! Learn 2 Dance Social dance classes for Adult Beginners Thursdays 7.30 – 9.30 at The RAFA club, London Rd, Newark. 07748 917170 KFA Moves Friendly exercise class every Tuesday at 10.45 am at Coddington Community Centre. Monthly group meeting for hearing impaired people. Just to have a chat and socialise with others affected. (We meet at St Giles Community Hall. Main St. Balderton. 2nd Tuesday monthly. 2 till 3 pm. All welcome.) Jo's fun fit class. St. Giles Community Hall Balderton. Monday 7.15pm. Friday 9.15am. Newark Stroke & Aphasia Association 1st Tuesday of every month, 11am – 1pm at Parsons Mount Meeting Room. For more info call: Gordon Flowers 01636 688188 Christmas Celebration with lights and music. St Michael and All Angels Church, Meadow Lane, South Hykeham. Sunday 15th December 2018 10am to 5pm. Refreshments available all day. Proceeds to Fabric fund.

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Christmas Afternoon Tea Saturday 8th December. Newark Town Hall £22.00 Call Carrie-Anne to book: 07443 531983 Christmas Market in AID of Cancer Research UK December 1st 4 pm-8 pm at L M S Lincoln Ltd (Lawn Mowers ) Grantham Rd, Wellingore, LN5 OHH. Santa will be dropping in from 5 PM . Stalls, Mince Pies, Games, Plus lots more. Mum2mum market nearly new sales Nottingham Dates for 2018: 9th Feb, 6th April, 1st June, 7th Sept, 5th Oct, 9th Nov. 2pm-4pm The Newark Academy, London Road, Balderton Newark NG24 3AL notts@mum2mummarket.co.uk www.mum2mummarket.co.uk Like us' on Facebook: mum2mummarket East Midlands To book a stall, get sales news, and sneak previews of sale items General Traditional Music Session, Bugle Horn. Bassingham, LN5 9JX, Every first Wednesday, 8am-11am. All welcome. Contact Jonathan on: 01522 788498

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Who are the Christadelphians? “Who are these Christadelphians?” we hear you say. Let us tell you. They are a community bound together by a common faith in the gospel preached by Jesus Christ and his apostles: and have borne the name “Christadelphian” since the mid-19th century. Their name encompasses in one word the phrase, “brethren in Christ”, a phrase used by the apostle Paul to describe 1st century Christians. [Cf. Colossians 1:20]. Their faith and teaching stem solely from the Holy Bible, which, as the word of Almighty God, they acknowledge as the sole authority on matters of belief and conduct. They do not believe that any of their members, past or present, have received any special revelation, but that it is the Bible alone that is able to bring men and women to a knowledge of the way of salvation through Jesus Christ. [CF. 2 Timothy 3:15]. There has been a Christadelphian community in Newark for over 168 years, and they now meet in their own hall in Cliff Nook Lane, off Appleton gate, NEWARK, NG24 1LY. On Sunday evenings, commencing at 5.15pm, where the first century Christian gospel is preached, and Bible teaching on aspects of behaviour is examined. You are warmly invited to join us. In addition you may wish to log on to our international website: www.thisisyourbible.com.

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Top 10 Myths about Ageing and Eating a Healthy Diet By Richard Aram, Home Instead Senior Care

As we age, physical changes to our bodies occur which can affect the way we think and feel about food. 1. Your stomach reduces as you get older A common misconception about ageing is that your stomach gets smaller, and as a result, you need to eat less. 2. You need to eat less when you get older People often wrongly believe that as energy requirements reduce, we need to reduce our food intake. This isnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t the case. 3. Weight loss is healthy Throughout life we might believe that losing weight is healthy but this is not the case when we get older. 4. You should only eat when you feel like it The ageing process can affect the

usual triggers that tell us if we are hungry or full. A loss of appetite is not normal. 5. You need a low-fat diet Contrary to popular opinion, a low-fat diet is not always the best approach, especially for older people. 6. Eat more vegetables Nutrient-rich vegetables are essential in any diet, but should be eaten as part of a balanced diet including protein, carbohydrates and fluids. 7. You only need to drink water when youâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re thirsty If you feel thirsty, chances are it is your body telling you that you are low on hydration. Dehydration can cause confusion. 8. Meal supplements are sufficient Our bodies cannot live off meal supplements and vitamins alone.

9. You must always eat 3 square meals a day Making sure you eat regularly is essential to remaining healthy and well but eating three satisfying meals a day can be a struggle if your appetite is affected. Perhaps eat five of six smaller meals or well-proportioned snacks. 10. Malnutrition is a symptom of getting older Malnutrition can affect anyone at any age and is not a normal aspect of the ageing process. Malnutrition can occur in bodies of any size.

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Home Products Great beds for guests

By Katherine Sorrell Add cushions to turn this day bed into a sofa, pop on some bedding and itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a single sleep space, or pull out the base and it transforms into a double bed. Hemnes day bed frame with three drawers, ÂŁ239, Ikea.

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This inexpensive and stylish sofa bed is ideal for occasional guests. The back folds down, creating a four-foot-wide sleeping platform. Lunar sofa bed, ÂŁ399, Carpetright. This sturdy single guest bed can easily be folded away into a good-looking, upholstered box. Alison bed in a box, ÂŁ560, Living It Up.

Sofa beds come in all shapes and sizes, including this sleek leather version with deep seating, wooden VODWV DQG D Ă&#x20AC;YH LQFK GHHS fully sprung mattress. Sloane three-seater sofa bed in Old English Hazel, ÂŁ1,861.50, Darlings of Chelsea. With deep-button detailing and a comfortably deep seat, this sofa bed would be a handsome addition to a sitting room as well as a great bed for last-minute guests. 7UXIĂ H VRID EHG IURP ÂŁ1,845, Loaf.

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Use Locally - Issue 68 December 2018 With an armless frame, this streamlined, one-seater sofa bed makes the most of small spaces â&#x20AC;&#x201C; and modules could always be added at a later date to create a larger seating area. The Minety one-seater sofa bed in Shadow, ÂŁ930, Willow & Hall.

The legs slide out, the cushion unfolds and voila! Kipster daybed, ÂŁ1,195, Loaf.

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Short S hort S Story tory Christmass Carol Christma Carol Chris and Sophie had become engaged after what what Chrisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s s parents, Kevin an and d Chrisâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; Jenny,, considered a bit of Jenny of a inviting whirlwind romance, so inv viting Sophieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sophieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; s mum over for seemed Christmas dinner had see emed two like a good way for the tw wo each families to get to know ea ach other.. other

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offf Carol knocked the cap of her stout on the edge of the t husband band table. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Men! My third hus treated his python better then he treated me.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Have you been married three t stirred times, Carol?â&#x20AC;? Jenny stirr red nervously. the bread sauce nervous ly. This was news. three.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wish Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d stopped at thre ee.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Mind Carol shook her head. â&#x20AC;&#x153;M Mind belch, you,â&#x20AC;? she added with a be elch, â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;m currently young, free and single.â&#x20AC;? 6KH Ă XWWHUHG KHU H\HODVKHV 6KH Ă XWWHUHG KHU H\HODVK KHV menacingly at Kevin, who o affected fascination af fected a sudden fascina ation with the contents of the drawer.. cutlery drawer â&#x20AC;&#x153;Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s doesnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t â&#x20AC;&#x153;Letâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; s hope divorce doesn nâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t 30

â&#x20AC;&#x153;Is that right?â&#x20AC;? Jenny nudged nud dged Kevin. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And then there was thatt fella from Hartlepool.â&#x20AC;? Ca Carol arol reached for another bottle. bottlle. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;d say, say, on average, she e gets engaged every six month months. hs. Iâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve stopped bothering th the he hat shop now now.â&#x20AC;? .â&#x20AC;? Jenny looked at Kevin in alarm. whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s s holding the â&#x20AC;&#x153;I wonder whatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; folded love birds up?â&#x20AC;? Jenny fol ded up a tea-towel decisively decisively. y. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Kevin, could give me a hand h with something in the hall?â&#x20AC;? hall?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Certainly love.â&#x20AC;? Kevin followed her, her, relieved to be

out of the kitchen. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well â&#x20AC;&#x153;Well thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Christmas ruined,â&#x20AC;? uined,â&#x20AC;? ru Jenny whispered to him at the foot of the stairs. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s that?â&#x20AC;? Kevin said. said d. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Havenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t you been listening?â&#x20AC;? ning?â&#x20AC;? listen She wrung her hands on n her apron. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sophieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sophieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s going to o break our poor boyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; boyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s hea art.â&#x20AC;? s heart.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Here they are now,â&#x20AC;? now,â&#x20AC;? he said, as the front door opened opened. d. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sorry weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re late.â&#x20AC;? Chris,, his arms laden with gifts, leaned lea aned Jennyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s over to kiss Jennyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; s cheek. cheek. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Merry Christmas.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;What held you up?â&#x20AC;? Jenny nny Jen said. â&#x20AC;&#x153;And whereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s whereâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Sophie?â&#x20AC;? Soph hie?â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;We â&#x20AC;&#x153;We got talking to the Chadburns over the road road.â&#x20AC;? d.â&#x20AC;? He pushed the door shu shutt with his foot. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Their nutty aun aunt nt hasnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;t turned up and the theyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re eyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;re panicking. Sophie and Rose R are helping them call the e police.â&#x20AC;? â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Rose?â&#x20AC;? Kevin asked, as sked, relieving Chris of his loa load. d. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sophieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s â&#x20AC;&#x153;Sophieâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s mum,â&#x20AC;? Chris said, s taking offf his coat. g of â&#x20AC;&#x153;Then whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Carol?â&#x20AC;? Jenny Jen nny asked. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Carol? Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Thatâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s what the missing auntâ&#x20AC;&#x2122; auntâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s s called.â&#x20AC;? Chris sounded surprised. surprised d. â&#x20AC;&#x153;Apparently sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s sheâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s a bit of o a handful.â&#x20AC;? By Jackie Brewster Bre ewster

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garden to clear your head, get the blood moving around your body and wear off a bit of the seasonal excesses. Fresh, cool air will wake you up and get you thinking positively, and your garden will appreciate what you do â&#x20AC;&#x201C; plus you may also manage to escape from anyone whoâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s driving you round the bend. So jump to it and get out in the garden or down to the allotment.

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A rake over with a springtined rake will be just what the lawn needs to remove damp, clogged-up leaves that, if left in place, will cause patches of faded, miserable grass. Itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ll be good for the upper arm muscles too! Make sure that you collect and bag up all the leaves, and allow them to rot down and make leaf mould, a brilliant and free soil conditioner.

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causing the crown of the tree to be too congested. While the garden is not being used that much, take the opportunity to re-set any loose brick or similar edging around paths, beds and steps, replacing any stones, pavers or bricks that have broken or cracked. Carefully clear debris, dead IROLDJH DQG VWHPV IURP ÁRZHU beds. Some plants that were still living when you did an autumn tidy may now have died back, so a simple clear up will make the bed look so much better. Remember not to go too far, and do leave some dry foliage and stems over the bases or crowns of plants, especially those of the more tender perennials such as penstemons.

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A power struggle will erupt in early December, putting you in line for a big promotion. The Solar Eclipse on the 6th exposes a corrupt official. A Lunar Eclipse on the 21st finds you benefitting from a big risk. Confessing a crush or taking a financial gamble was daring, but it was the right move. Spending Christmas overseas is a strong possibility.

TAURUS April 21st - May 21st The Solar Eclipse on the 6th changes your world view. Take this opportunity to go on an overseas trip, work with refugees or learn about a foreign culture. On the 21st, a Lunar Eclipse will bring the end to a property matter. You could sell a piece of land, buy a new home or both. If you're happy with where you are living, a grown up child could leave the nest.

The Solar Eclipse on the 6th is the best time of the entire year to begin a health regime. Overhauling your diet and exercise routines will result in a happier, healthier you. If you've been looking for a job, you'll be offered one that transforms your lifestyle. On the 21st, a Lunar Eclipse will prompt you to step away from a demanding role.

VIRGO August 24th - Sept 23rd A love affair will give you an attractive glow on the 6th, courtesy of the romantic Solar Eclipse. If you're looking for a partner, you will find one at a professional gathering or political organisation. The Lunar Eclipse on the 21st prompts you to tie up loose ends in style. You'll be able to spend Christmas relaxing in the company of friends.

SAGITTARIUS November 23rd - Dec 21st An impressive moneymaking opportunity will arrive on or around the 6th, thanks to an enriching Solar Eclipse. This is a great time to change industries. Working on a commission basis will also be more lucrative than taking a flat salary. On the 21st, a Lunar Eclipse will find you returning from a long journey. You'll be able to spend Christmas at home with your nearest and dearest.

CAPRICORN December 22nd - Jan 20th You'll undergo an impressive transformation in the days surrounding the 6th, thanks to a powerful Solar Eclipse. This is the best time of the entire year to get a makeover or update your wardrobe. The Lunar Eclipse on the 21st brings the end to a power struggle. Arriving at a financial settlement or ending a troubled relationship will cause you to breathe a sigh of relief.

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An unexpected windfall will arrive on or around the 6th, courtesy of an enriching Solar Eclipse. An inheritance, legal settlement or insurance refund will transform your lifestyle. At long last, you'll have the money to buy a home, car or both. The Lunar Eclipse on the 21st will prompt you to finish a creative project or withdraw from social media.

CANCER June 22nd - July 23rd The Solar Eclipse on the 6th paves the way for a powerful partnership. Getting engaged or exchanging wedding vows will improve your chances for success. With a supportive partner at your side, you will be able to move mountains. On the 21st, the Lunar Eclipse will bring a source of income to a close. This will leave you free to pursue a more rewarding line of work.

The Solar Eclipse on the 6th marks a big change in your home life. Moving to another place, welcoming a baby or elderly relative to your household and changing your citizenship are all possibilities. This change will have a profound effect on your entire life. On the 21st, a Lunar Eclipse brings an end to a group project, allowing you to form a new work partnership.

SCORPIO October 24th - Nov 22nd The 6th would be a propitious time for launching a blog, website or podcast, as a Solar Eclipse will attract favourable and encouraging attention. You could get a rave review from a celebrity you've never met. The Lunar Eclipse on the 21st brings a satisfying end to a job or public office. This will leave you free to enjoy a relaxing Christmas season.

The Solar Eclipse on the 6th finds you embarking on a spiritual crusade. You'll have an opportunity to devote more time and energy to activities that make life meaningful. On the 21st, the Lunar Eclipse will bring an end to a partnership. Being able to go your own way appeals to your independent instincts. Traveling to stay with nearby relatives is a strong possibility at Christmas.

PISCES Feb 20th - March 20th The Solar Eclipse on the 6th poses an excellent opportunity to join a political group, professional organisation or creative society. The people you meet through this organisation will cause your star to rise. A Lunar Eclipse on the 21st causes you to break bad habits and overcome addictions. Do whatever you can to promote radiant health.

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Traditionally, family board and card games are often enjoyed over the Christmas period. There are many variations of board game, both old and new, but the pack of cards, played for pleasure, SUHGLFWLRQ DQG SURĂ&#x20AC;W LV QRZ D global phenomenon that has endured for centuries. It is believed that our modern day playing cards originated in China where, during the 1200s, games were played using numerical cards based on strings of coins. Old Chinese coins had a hole in the middle so that they could be strung together, and the four card suits were called coins, strings of coins, myriads of strings and tens of myriads. From there, the concept of playing cards spread to India and Persia, and then through Egypt into southern Spain and the rest of Europe by the end of the 14th century. 40

The Arab deck did not have a queen. Instead, it had the king (malik), prince or viceroy (naib malik) and a servant or deputy (thaim naib). The four original suits were cups, swords, coins and batons (or wands). One theory is that the apparently random symbols were interpreted from pictorial representations of the written Chinese ones. Known as the Latin deck, these original suits are still used in parts of the world. The suits were subsequently adapted by other European countries, notably Germany and France. The early German suits consisted of hearts (or sometimes roses), bells, acorns and shields. It is believed that the hearts suit evolved from cups. As with the Arab or Latin deck, there was no queen. Instead the Germans had a kĂśnig (king), obermann (higher man), and untermann (lower man).

It was the French who changed the suits to the more well-known and enduring hearts, diamonds, clubs (or clovers) and spades. It is thought that spades may have been derived from swords used in the Latin deck as the Spanish word for swords is espadas. Playing cards were imported into England in around 1480, but 150 years later imports were banned and so the country began manufacturing its own. During the 1800s, the traditional French picture cards were re-designed by Charles Goodall & Sons to become the iconic symbols we know so well today. The jokers or court jesters were two wild or trump cards that were introduced by the Americans in the mid-1800s and, although taken up as an integral part of the modern deck, are rarely used in card games. Playing cards have long been a symbol of decadence, mysticism and magic. A form of currency and conjuring, they can be a harmless pastime or a dangerous addiction that can win and lose fortunes as easily as the rise and fall of a house of cards.

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The Wackiest Special Editions Manufacturers love making special editions. Whether itâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s to stir up a little bit of buzz around a single car, or simply stand out from the crowd, these weird and wonderful creations showcase what car makers can do when they let their imaginations run wild. Here, weâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;ve picked out eight of the wackiest special editions ever to have been created.

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