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Archive for January, 2009


Wild Snowdrops in Scotland stolen by bulb gangs

Saturday, January 31st, 2009

Regarded as the first flower of Spring and a symbol of purity, we delight to see the perennial Snowdrop (Galanthus vivalis) appearing in our gardens and woodlands, as it heralds the closing of Winter and the rebirth of Spring.
However, in the Woodlands of Scotland all is not well for this delicate little plant.
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ICE on your Mobile Phone

Sunday, January 25th, 2009

No, I am not talking about putting your mobile in the fridge or the effects on your phone of the recent cold spell.
I am passing on an idea that could help all of us that carry mobile phones.

ICE stands for In Case of Emergency.
The idea was conceived by a paramedic, you might be getting [...]