Day: August 6, 2024

On a day that was supposed to be filled with joy and celebration, we found ourselves in an unexpected and profound loneliness. Our birthday, a day meant for laughter, presents, and the warmth of loved ones, became a stark reminder of solitude. It started like any other birthday with hopeful anticipation. The morning sun cast a golden hue over our home, and the scent of cake and fresh flowers filled the air. But as the hours ticked by, something unusual began to unravel. Calls went unanswered, messages remained unread, and the once-promised company turned into a silence so loud it… CONTINUE READING…

Republican presidential nominee Donald Trump on Monday blamed Vice President Kamala Harris for the stock market’s dramatic plunge, months after claiming he deserved credit for the market’s then-record upswing. “Of course there is a massive market downturn. Kamala is even worse than Crooked Joe,” Trump wrote in a post on Truth Social about Harris, the de facto Democratic presidential nominee. The night before, as Asian markets fell dramatically, the former president wrote, “STOCK MARKETS CRASHING. I TOLD YOU SO!!! KAMALA DOESN’T HAVE A CLUE. BIDEN IS SOUND ASLEEP. ALL CAUSED BY INEPT U.S. LEADERSHIP!” U.S. stocks dropped sharply Monday, apparently in reaction to fears of a… CONTINUE READING…

Dolly Parton, recognized within the sphere of country music and among the glittering elite, has achieved vast and comprehensive recognition through decades of dedication to performance and song. This cherished native of Tennessee has grown to legendary status, consistently relishing the opportunity to amaze and captivate her vast array of supporters. While her commitment to creating new tunes remains, the septuagenarian legend, who has already reached the age of 76, has lately announced her intention to end her touring career. During an exclusive interview with Pollystar, Dolly Parton revealed the reasons for her retirement from the hectic touring circuit. She… CONTINUE READING…

The ruined abbey includes a rare surviving example of a monastic latrine.  Muchelney Abbey is set in beautiful surroundings off the beaten track in the Somerset Levels. It’s a fascinating place to visit. The buildings were constructed between the seventh and 16th centuries. The site is made up of the abbott’s house, the monastic ruins, and a communal latrine called a reredorter. This medieval bathroom is a curious sight to see, as it’s a rare surviving example of such a structure. You can enter the two-story building, and even go upstairs to see the layout of the former toilets and glimpse down at the… CONTINUE READING…