Craig Taylor

Which Chinese Zodiac Animal are you actually more like?

The Chinese New Year, unlike the western version, begins when the new moon first appears between 21st January and 20th February each year and every […]

The Gunpowder Plot
Remember, remember the fifth of November, Gunpowder Treason & Plot goes the old nursery rhyme. Most can remember at least that line and most love Bonfire Night, but what do you actually know […]

One of Britain’s oldest, finest cathedral cities.

Somewhere near the confluence of the River Ouse and situated in its own historic county, York is one of England’s treasures. This formerly fortified town is one […]

The budget airline says it cannot currently give a date for when it will restart commercial flights.
BBC News – Business

His family say they now believe he died in custody in the Islamic republic, where he vanished in 2007.
BBC News – Middle East

The president is isolating himself from other world leaders as he downplays the coronavirus pandemic.
BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Measures to target coronavirus may get tougher, Boris Johnson says in letter sent to every UK home.
BBC News – Europe

In a video posted online, the prime minister says the UK can get through the pandemic “together”.
BBC News – UK

The US president extends social distancing rules after a warning that 200,000 Americans could die.
BBC News – US & Canada

Liberia’s ex-President Ellen Johnson Sirleaf says the world must conquer fear to deal with coronavirus.
BBC News – Africa

Hundreds of people raise concerns about workers being too close together at more than 150 companies.
BBC News – Business

The UN warns that camps for the displaced in north-western Syria could be devastated by coronavirus.
BBC News – Middle East

A vessel carrying more than 1,800 people off Panama is moving healthy passengers to a sister ship.
BBC News – Latin America & Caribbean

Some of the city’s most popular landmarks are devoid of the usual crowds as people stay indoors to help combat coronavirus.
BBC News – Europe

NHS England’s medical director says “every one of us has a part to play” to keep the death toll down.
BBC News – UK

The president says he is considering quarantining the state, but its governor expresses concern.
BBC News – US & Canada

They are churning out 50,000 a day, plus other gear to keep doctors protected from coronavirus.
BBC News – Africa

Colchester the Five Minutes Spare Way

All the way down in Essex county, Colchester perches on the banks of the River Colne. This southerly town claims to be the oldest in England, Britain, and among the most […]

How much Do You Know About The NBA Finals?
Not Sure? Well, we have set you a mildly challenging seven-question series. Good luck!

The NBA Finals Quiz

Lets see what you know about the NBA F […]

Five Minutes Spares Belfast Quiz – The Big Easy!

So what do you know about this fine city? Well if you have read our Belfast guide this should be a breeze (that’s why this is the Big Easy). But even if you […]