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7 Apr 2025
#culture
GB News: BBC's Antiques Roadshow star unveils new book to celebrate famous family member: 'Inspiration to women!'
Clive Stewart-Lockhart has published a book highlighting the legacy of Betty Joel, a pioneering female furniture designer in Britain. Despite her significant contributions, Joel's work has largely been forgotten since her retirement in 1939 following personal challenges.
Stewart-Lockhart, Joel's great nephew, shared insights from her diaries and noted her unique position as a businesswoman in the 1920s and 30s. A small exhibition of her work is on display at Olympia Auctions, showcasing her furniture and designs.
#history
Times Of Israel: At Buchenwald, former German president warns of ‘radicalization,’ far-right threat
Germany commemorated the 80th anniversary of the liberation of Buchenwald concentration camp, with former president Christian Wulff warning against rising radicalization and anti-Semitism. He emphasized the need for vigilance against threats to democracy and human rights.
Holocaust survivor Naftali Fürst urged the younger generation to remember the atrocities and remain vigilant against violations of rights. The event highlighted the importance of historical remembrance amid contemporary global political challenges.
#crime
The Epoch Times: Victims of Swatting Warn ‘Untouchable Crime’ Will End in Tragedy
Chad Caton, a conservative activist, experienced a swatting incident when police responded to a false report of a shooting at his home in Myrtle Beach, SC. He and other victims, including conservative commentator Larry Taunton, believe they are targeted due to their political views.
Swatting incidents have increased, often involving false claims to provoke armed police responses. Victims call for stricter penalties and better law enforcement protocols to prevent potential tragedies. The FBI is investigating these coordinated attacks, which are seen as a serious threat to public safety.
#other
Le Monde: Microplastics: The invisible but massive pollution flowing through every major European river
Plastic pollution is a significant issue, with a garbage truck's worth of plastic entering oceans every minute. While visible waste is more apparent in major Asian rivers, European rivers are also heavily polluted with microplastics, posing serious risks to ecosystems.
This information comes from the "Tara Microplastics" mission, which studied nine major European rivers in 2019, collecting nearly 2,700 samples analyzed by 40 researchers. The findings highlight alarming concentrations of microplastics across Europe.