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Queen Elizabeth’s coffin arrives in Edinburgh

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2 years ago

September 12, 2022

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Queen Elizabeth’s coffin arrives in Edinburgh after travelling from Balmoral

Queen Elizabeth’s coffin has arrived in Edinburgh after travelling from Balmoral on Sunday.

Crowds lined the roadside on Sunday to pay tribute to their late monarch in the first of a series of solemn events leading up to Queen Elizabeth’s funeral.

Six gamekeepers placed the oak coffin in a hearse. The coffin was covered with the royal standard of Scotland and topped by a wreath of flowers.

For the next few hours the cortege slowly made its way through small towns and villages to Edinburgh.

One well-wisher, Elizabeth Alexander said, “I think it would be very emotional for everyone saying goodbye. And we don’t know how you’re going to feel when you see it. But it was important for us just to be here.”

It was a sentiment shared by her son and successor on Saturday as Charles was officially proclaimed king.

“I know how deeply you sympathise with me in the irreparable loss we have all suffered”, King Charles III said.

The new sovereign and Queen Consort Camilla have been much in evidence in the past few days, meeting some of the thousands of mourners at Buckingham Palace.

United by grief

Charles’ two sons William and Harry also made an appearance with Kate and Meghan by their side. Apparently overcoming their recent estrangements to greet and console people outside Windsor Castle on Saturday.

In Edinburgh on Sunday evening and across Britain, the royal family and the public were beginning a long and emotional week of preparation and veneration.

After resting at St Giles’ Cathedral in the Scottish capital, the queen’s coffin will be flown to London on Tuesday.

The monarch will then lie in state for four days at Westminster Hall. Here, thousands of mourners are expected to pay their respects, before an elaborate state funeral set for Monday 19th September.

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‘May God bless you and guide you’: Biden’s farewell letter to Trump revealed

Biden’s farewell letter to Trump shows civility, wishing him well, highlighting a tradition that transcends political divides.

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13 hours ago

January 23, 2025

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Former President Joe Biden’s farewell letter to President Trump shows civility, wishing him well, highlighting a tradition that transcends political divides.

This letter was made public by Fox News and showcases a rare moment of civility between these two polarising figures in American politics.

In the letter, Biden expresses his best wishes for Trump and his family as he departs from the presidency.

Biden’s note reads:
“Dear President Trump,

As I take leave of this sacred office, I wish you and your family all the best in the next four years. The American people – and people around the world – look to this house for steadiness in the inevitable storms of history, and my prayer is that in the coming years will be a time of prosperity, peace, and grace for our nation.

May God bless you and guide you as He has blessed and guided our beloved country since our founding.

Joe Biden 1-20-25.”

The letter concludes with a prayer for guidance and blessings for Trump, reflecting the sentiments often associated with presidential transitions.

This gesture may be viewed as a simple act of goodwill or simply as politics at play.

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Low-capital innovation fuels global expansion for hospitality group

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15 hours ago

January 23, 2025

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Gin & Luck, the parent company of the iconic Death & Co cocktail bars, is redefining hospitality with an innovative, low-capital growth strategy.

By combining traditional expansion methods with crowdfunding, the company has not only scaled globally but also cultivated a community of loyal supporters.

David Kaplan, CEO of Gin & Luck, highlights the importance of balancing creativity, sustainability, and inclusivity in their approach. Crowdfunding, he notes, aligned perfectly with their values, allowing them to raise capital while engaging directly with their audience.

What began as a single bar in New York has evolved into a globally recognised brand, proving that bold ideas and modern business models can drive transformative success. Gin & Luck’s story offers a blueprint for thriving in an ever-changing hospitality landscape.