Ordinarily Boeing 787 Dreamliners serve as commercial aircraft that carry between 240 and 335 passengers, but in a world first one of the planes has been transformed into a 40-passenger private jet so spacious and well-equipped that it resembles an airborne penthouse apartment. Developed by Kestrel Aviation Management, an American aviation asset manager that specialises in airliner and corporate aircraft acquisition, sale, modification and financing, this one-of-a-kind Boeing Business Jet (BBJ) has been dubbed the Dreamjet. The privileged few who...
If you’re in London over the summer months, there are countless great activities and events to get involved in for both the local Londoner as well as those just passing through, catering to every taste. Sports and racing There are numerous large-scale athletics competitions and races in London during the summer months, but undoubtedly the two most renowned are Wimbledon and Royal Ascot. While Royal Ascot, running from 20th to 24th June, is known as much for its exclusive reputation...
A deer stunned onlookers by showing off its swimming skills when it went for a dip in the sea. The wild animal appeared to be enjoying itself and in no difficulty when it was seen off the coast at Porthpean in Cornwall. Electrician James Dowrick filmed it around 10.30am on Sunday and said seeing it gliding along was a spectacular sight. James, 20, of nearby St Austell, said: "All we know is that we spotted it swimming around and then...
Owner Barry Gell, 80, picked up Jess from a kennel in 2005 and soon after started training her to pick up balls on golf courses. Even more impressive is the fact that Jess has even been trained to not touch another golfer's balls, meaning she doesn't interfere with play. Barry said: "She has saved me a fortune. Golf balls can be expensive over the course of years, but I haven't bought a single ball for 12 years. "The trouble is...
Strength: 5.2% ABV Brewed: Fuquay Varina, North Carolina Launched at the end of 2008, Aviator Brewing Company began life in an airplane hangar. Using a hangar at Triple W airport in North Carolina as a base, a range of beers were initially brewed in a DIY fashion, using two used dairy tanks. Against all odds, said beer became hugely popular and demand increased enough for the brewery to open a larger premise, just a short distance from the original. Now,...
A leading food psychologist has revealed the reasons why you succumb to everyday cravings – and provides crucial tips on how to cheat them. Dr Christy Fergusson, working with Seasonal Berries, delivers the answers to why so many Brits can’t resist foods such as sugar, salt, carbohydrates, cheese and coffee. She claims that by providing the body with quick solutions it IS possible to lower the amount of unhealthy food consumed and stop these cravings in their tracks. Sugar The...
Do you think you have what it takes to run your own business? Now you can find out. New research has unearthed what it takes to be a natural business owner, with traits such as passion, confidence and being able to rise to the challenge as just some of the attributes needed. Being a natural leader and having a strong character were also cited as must-have characteristics, with determination ranking high for people looking to turn an idea into a...
Giving a massage can be as good for you as receiving one - and helps strengthen relationships, say scientists. Rubbing your partner up the right way boosts both their well-being and yours, according to new research. Experts say it's easy to incorporate into lovers' "daily routine." Couples who took part in a three-week course found their physical and emotional health significantly improved after each lesson. Crucially this was equally apparent whether the participant was giving - or receiving - the...
Camden Rocks Festival have confirmed Royal Republic and Leeds’ Pulled Apart By Horses will join the 2017 line up this June 3rd. Camden Rocks Festival 2017 is the biggest multi-venue all-day music event of the UK festival calendar. Progressively expanding each year adding new venues - 2017 will take place across 25 of Camden Town’s legendary music venues, now including Koko - and feature 250 bands, it’s become the annual highlight for many in the London locality. With near 100 more...
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