Day: August 3, 2024

A story of passion. Told with pride. Stirling’s famous landmark stands above the fields where William Wallace led his troops to victory at The Battle of Stirling Bridge, and tells the story of the patriot and martyr who became Scotland’s National Hero. See & Do Visitors will learn about the life and legacy of Sir William Wallace as they conquer the 246-step spiral staircase and explore The Hall of Arms, The Hall of Heroes, and The Royal Chamber. Immerse yourself in the brutal Battle of Stirling Bridge, where William Wallace made history. On reaching The Crown at the top of the 220ft tower, visitors are rewarded with panoramic views in all directions, across Scotland’s historic heartland. Experience stunning views of the historic landscape. Find an exclusive range of Scottish gifts, whiskies and spirits, made by local craft workers, suppliers and producers, from across Stirling and Scotland at The Tower Shop.

Kina’s story is one of heartbreak, resilience, and unwavering hope. Abandoned by her previous owners and a cancer survivor, this senior American Bulldog has been waiting for her forever home at Pet Rescue Solutions in South El Monte, California, for five long years.

In a quiet, forgotten corner of the countryside, there stood a dilapidated barn. Among the tall grass and wildflowers, an old  dog named Harry had spent years tied with an iron chain. Harry’s once bright eyes had dulled with time, his fur matted and unkempt. He was a German Shepherd with a proud lineage, but the years of neglect had taken their toll. Harry’s owner had long since abandoned him, leaving him to fend for himself. The iron chain around his neck was rusted, a cruel reminder of the life he once knew. Today, however, was not just another day. Today was Harry’s  birthday. But no one knew. No one remembered. Harry had turned ten years old. As the morning sun rose, casting a warm glow over the fields, Harry lay on the hard ground, his body weak from hunger and his heart heavy with loneliness. He had dreamed of this day, once filled with joy and treats, of running freely in the yard, chasing balls, and receiving belly rubs from his owner. But those memories had faded, replaced by the harsh reality of his abandonment. A single tear rolled down Harry’s snout as he let out a mournful whimper. His heart ached… CONTINUE READING…

Originally built in 1385, Bodiam Castle has spent centuries as one of the best loved and best known castles in England. Perhaps it is the design of the building, with an iconic moat and beautiful lush green scenery, or simply the amazing history of the building, which makes it so popular? The castle was built by Sir Edward Dalyngrigge, who is known to have once been a knight of Edward III. With his knowledge of battles, he designed the castle with the intention of defending the beautiful area of East Sussex, from a possible invasion by the French, during The Hundred Years’ War. Sir Edward Dalyngrigge was the youngest son within his family and this meant that he was the last in line to inherit anything from the estate. However, he married into a family that owned land, and it was during 1378 that he found himself owning the manor of Bodiam. During is knighthood, which spanned from 1379 to 1388 he found himself with enough money to build himself a home, which was the beginnings of Bodiam Castle. A fortified home becomes a castle Originally, Sir Edward decided to build himself a manor home, a place that was stately and… CONTINUE READING…

American Katie Ledecky made history on Saturday with her ninth career Olympic gold while Canada’s Summer McIntosh underlined her status as the rising star of the sport with her third gold of the Paris Games. Ledecky powered to a fourth straight 800m Olympic freestyle title to equal the record for most gold medals won by a woman athlete in any sport. The 17-year-old McIntosh produced a superb late surge to win the 200m individual medley to add to her triumphs in the 400m medley and 200m butterfly. Ledecky has dominated in the 800m since winning the event as a 15-year-old at the London Games in 2012, and while she was pushed all the way by Australian Ariarne Titmus, the defence of her crown never truly looked in danger. The 27-year-old hit the wall in 8min 11.04sec, ahead of Titmus (8:12.29) and the United States’ Paige Madden (8:13.00) “I knew Ariarne was going to give me everything she had,” said Ledecky. “I felt confident coming into it, but it was gonna be tough no matter what all the way down to the finish. “I just had to stick in the race and trust myself, trust my training, trust that I know… CONTINUE READING…

According to recent reports, the popular chain restaurant Cracker Barrel faces financial consequences after joining a long list of companies and pushing a woke agenda.  The restaurant is known for appealing to conservatives in rural communities who often disagree with liberal politics. Over the past couple of years, Cracker Barrel has sparked controversy for propagating an LGBTQ agenda. Recently, the company’s stock tanked after it cut its dividend and initiated a change in its strategic direction. Many have called on the restaurant chain to set aside political virtue signaling and focus on its operations. Co-founder and Editor of @TAmTrib Will Tanner recently commented on the financial turbulence Cracker Barrel is experiencing.  “Cracker Barrel and its California CEO went woke, pushing “Pride” stuff on the country, conservative demographic and now its stock is nosediving “Go Woke, Go Broke” isn’t always true, but here it appears to be,” Tanner wrote on X. Investopedia also commented on the news that Cracker Barrel stock declined, writing, “Shares of Cracker Barrel plunged Friday after the restaurant and novelty store chain slashed its dividend as it embarks on what it called a “strategic transformation plan,” and lowered its guidance.” Last year, The American Tribune reported on backlash against Cracker Barrel after… CONTINUE READING…