Top 10 best years for Christmas unwrapped Rank Year Average days of snowfall in December No. of Christmas movies released Average IMDb rating /10 Christmas No.1 song Total weeks at No. 1 Final Christmassy score/10 1 2017 2.73 48 5.99 “Perfect” 6 8.28 2 1995 4.96 4 7.08 “Earth Song” 6 8.12 3 1981 13.90 3 6.57 “Don’t You Want Me” 5 7.73 4 1983 0.73 2 7.95 “Only You” 5 7.72 5 1992 0.27 5 6.22 “I Will Always Love You” 10 7.50 6 1973 1.37 3 6.73 “Merry Xmas Everybody” 5 7.48 7 1999 1.66 6 6.77 “I…
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Theatre company make believe is championing mums in new ‘mums mean business’ campaign as it highlights the benefits of running a flexible business alongside family life A new initiative from a UK wide theatre school company is encouraging mothers back to work with flexible businesses to balance alongside family life. Make Believe, the fastest growing extra curricular franchise in the UK, and is now offering support to parents who want to create their own business and launch a theatre school in their area that fits around their life. Launching their ‘Mums Mean Business’ support scheme this month, Make Believe has…
The Russian Federation takes first place in CIS region, with Uzbekistan a brand-new entry in the global Network Readiness Index 2023 Russia is the highest-ranking country of the Commonwealth of Independent States (CIS) in the global Network Readiness Index 2023 (NRI), published today, placing in 38th. New entry Uzbekistan came fifth in the region, placing 82nd. The seven CIS countries placed in top 113 of the report, which measures the world’s digital readiness by nation. Russia, Kazakhstan (58th), and Armenia (63 rd) emerge as the top three performers, and Azerbaijan ranks fourth in the region, 75th globally. This is the…
New survey finally nails what we mean by different serving sizes, making sharing easier this Christmas Brits admit they ask for ‘just a smidge’ when they really want more and having to cut sweet treats is a source of stress because people don’t say what they really mean Danish bakery, Ole & Steen invites us all to channel our inner ‘Dane’ and ask for the portion our hearts desire Bamboozled by requests for a sliver, slice or smidge when sharing out a cake? A new survey has revealed what Brits REALLY mean when they use these phrases, finally ending slicing confusion by putting millimetre (mm)…
Hard Rock Cafe is not just a restaurant; it’s an iconic destination blending music, memorabilia, and delectable food. Located in London, this Thanksgiving, they’ve curated a delightful menu that harmonizes tradition with rock ‘n’ roll flair. The star of the show? Their Turkey Entrée, a symphony of flavors boasting slow-roasted turkey breast accompanied by roasted fresh vegetables, classic stuffing reminiscent of home-cooked meals, creamy sweet potato mash, tangy cranberry sauce, and a luscious traditional turkey gravy. The ensemble sings with savory notes, each element complementing the other, making for a memorable main course. But the crescendo of the meal arrives…
Harvey Maria will be adding a brand new collection of authentic wood effect luxury vinyl tiles to their award-winning MSeries. Due to launch on 1st February 2024, Croft Oak is made up of of eight authentic designs with natural wood grain textures, four of which come with a matching herringbone sized plank. They are the perfect blend of natural, neutral style and incredible practicality – with eco-conscious credentials, they quietly complement both new build and more traditional homes. The planks have a high spec wear layer which means they are not only budget friendly, but are extremely robust and suitable…
In a chaotic world, it pays to be United.  So isobel is kicking off Christmas with isobel United FC. In its annual Christmas card, the independent creative agency has travelled back in time to the 1970’s – to give us a football team tableaux – rich in retro detail. Shot by isobel’s in-house production arm igor – the devil, as always, is very much in the detail. Wigs, a bespoke isobel team strip plus props and real/not real facial hair all come together to deliver a portrait any Sunday league team from the 70s would be proud of. “As an agency…
On Thursday November 9th, Rudell The Jewellers, renowned for their exquisite jewellery and watch collections, celebrated the launch of their highly anticipated annual catalogue, showcasing an array of jewellery, watches and gifts, perfectly in time for Christmas. Nestled in the heart of West Midlands, Rudell The Jewellers, known for their dedication to deliver excellence in quality, service and value since 1938, opened their doors to guests wishing to celebrate the launch of the catalogue The evening was a true treat for the senses, as guests sipped on champagne, indulged themselves in delicious appetizers while listening to the soft rhythm of…
BIRRIFICIO ANGELO PORETTI LAUNCHES ITALIAN ARTISANAL HAMPER WITH SALVIS FOR CHRISTMAS Birrificio Angelo Poretti wishes one and all ‘Buon Natale!’ with this luxury gift hamper created in partnership with a traditional Italian restaurant and deli, Salvis. Celebrate the festive season the Italian way! This Christmas, celebrate with Italian beer brand Birrificio Angelo Poretti’s luxury gift hamper filled with premium Italian treats that are made for sharing around the table. From delicious artisanal pasta, authentic Olive Oil, traditional Italian Christmas cake, Birrificio Angelo Poretti beers and more, crafted in a luxury wicker hamper. The Poretti x Salvis hamper is the perfect gift and will enhance all…
The OpenADR Alliance, the global industry body created to foster the development, adoption, and compliance of OpenADR, has launched a new version of its OpenADR communications standard. [OpenADR 3.0 is designed to support utilities, operators, aggregators, and customers as they try to manage the growing range of distributed energy resources (DER) including renewables, energy storage, electric vehicle (EV) batteries and charging infrastructure, as well as demand response resources like commercial buildings or homes. As an open standard, OpenADR provides highly secure, fast, and reliable two-way information exchange for utility applications with simple communications needs like dynamic price and event signals,…