Manchester Evening News reported 22 dead and a further 59 injured following the attack on the Manchester MEN Arena last night during an Arianna Grande concert. Children were amongst the victims.
I was unable to sleep last night, sick with worry and disgust. My thoughts go out to everyone that has been effected by the travesties in Manchester and I encourage everyone in the area to stay safe. I would like to make a particular mention to the taxi drivers offering free lifts home to everyone in the area, to the Holiday Inn that housed 50 people safely, to the servicemen out on the streets and the doctors saving lives. It is times like this that the people of a city unite against evil. Please stay safe, wherever you are. #ManchesterMEN
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Nicky Hayden, former MotoGP Champion, sadly passed away at aged 35 yesterday following a cycling accident on the Rimini Coastline in Italy.
For me, number 69 represented the memory of Sunday afternoons catching up on the Grand Prix with my family and for whatever reason, I was drawn to him. I rooted for Hayden every time and so I can only send my deepest condolences to his family, friends and fans across the globe. A true legend has been taken before his time but we will remember him at his finest, racing his way to victory. #RIPNickyHayden What is PCOS?
1 in 10 of us have it, but what is it? It's a genetic, hormonal, metabolic and reproductive disorder caused by ovarian cysts. The problem is that 50% of women with PCOS go undiagnosed and, unfortunately, there is no cure. Symptoms can be controlled with certain contraceptive pills (consult your GP for the best one to suit you; everybody is different) or the hormonal coil. These methods suit different people so please be sure to consult your GP before you make a decision. Symptoms Women suffering from PCOS may suffer from some, all or none of the symptoms. More to the point, not all of the symptoms are strictly related to the syndrome and can be the cause of something else. Regardless, it's worth consulting your GP if you are experiencing any of the following: 1. Irregular periods or none at all (Women who have absent or infrequent periods - less than four a year - for many years have an increased risk of developing cancer of the womb lining. However, the chances are still small and can be controlled by using methods to control your periods. If you are experiencing particularly heavy periods, you should also seek the advice of a GP as it could be a symptom of PCOS). 2. Difficulty getting pregnant (PCOS is one of the most common causes of female infertility due to an irregular ovulation cycle. However, it's not impossible so please still be safe when having sex and consult a doctor if you're having problems conceiving). 3. Excessive hair growth (hirsutism) (This is caused by an excess of androgen, a male hormone. It's important to remember than not all women experience all of the symptoms. However, this can be tackled with hair removing methods such as shaving, waxing or lazer removal for a more permanent fixture). 4. Weight gain 5. Oily skin or acne (This can be controlled by maintaining a regular skincare routine that suits you. For more extreme cases, there are creams and medicines available by prescription. Remember that diet also plays an important part in your skincare routine so remember to drink as much water as you can. If you're anything like me, 6 pints of cider a night is doable, but 6 pints of water a day seems impossible. But remember the benefits and try to keep a glass of water around you to remind you). 6. Thinning hair Risks in Later Life 1. Type 2 Diabetes 2. Depression and Mood Swings 3. High Blood Pressure and High Cholesterol (This makes it more difficult to select the right contraceptive pill for you. Choosing the wrong one can actually increase your chances of high blood pressure which may ultimately result in a stroke. Please consult your doctor for the best option and don't be embarrassed to say if you are experiencing symptoms of PCOS. It could ultimately save your life). 4. Sleep apnoea (A condition that causes interrupted breathing when sleeping). Please consult a doctor if you are experiencing any of these symptoms. In many cases, symptoms can be controlled with the correct contraceptive pill or hormone coil. It may also provide peace of mind. Around 2 in every 10 women experience many of the symptoms without actually having PCOS so it's definitely worth getting checked out. A GP may suggest other causes for the symptoms, although in many cases, blood samples will be taken and you may be sent for an ultrasound to examine your ovaries. Your GP may then refer you to a specialist if they find a severe case of PCOS or if you're having problems with fertility. 3 years ago, I started my English Language and Creative Writing degree with absolutely no idea what I wanted to do. I loved writing and that was all I knew, and so I applied to the University of Chester. This month, I finally handed in my dissertation, a piece about prisoners of war at Changi during World War 2, marking the end of my three-year stint as a student.
£30,000 worth of debt later, I still have absolutely no idea what I want to do. I feel somewhat like a fish out of water, beans without toast or Ant without Dec. I'm no longer a student and yet I have no clear vision as to where I'm next heading. And that scares me. My whole life has been a series of plans. GCSE's. A Levels. Uni. But now? Now I'm lost in the big wide world of opportunity. When people ask me what I want to do, the easy options is to say teaching, or something in publishing, but the reality of obtaining a job in such fields with little to no experience is proving excruciating. I find myself wishing I had friends in high places and then remember that the North is not the land of potential. Maybe I should move to London and have done with it. First of all, did anyone get my Michael McIntyre reference? If so, can we be friends? If not, it's not too late. I'll leave it linked below. It's hilarious.
Working part time for a popular pub chain, you come to realise that the general public assume that you are an idiot. There is a certain stigma attached to bar workers and people in retail in general that they are unable to get a 'proper job'. For some reason, the assumption that a person works behind a bar to support their studies, earn a little more money or just for the social aspect is not commonly accepted. For instance, I work with a woman who has a particularly well-paid job in a solicitors and only works two shifts of a weekend to earn some extra cash so that she doesn't have to worry about her car insurance each year. My boyfriend's mum retired from legal work to take up a job in a pub merely for the social aspect of meeting new people and integrating in the community. Of course, there are some workers that simply enjoy the job. Some actually make a career out of bar work and end up on good money, particularly when they reach the levels of management and running their own pub in a franchise. Others struggle to find other jobs even after graduating thanks to the economy and lack of jobs in the local area. We're not idiots and shouldn't be treated as such. One customer recently labelled me 'obnoxious' for stating that they shouldn't click their fingers at bar tenders in order to get served. Served. There's another word I loathe. Others simply enjoy being difficult just for the satisfaction. One customer always asks for a lemonade top in his pint, just a slight splash, and I suspect that it isn't because he liked the taste any better but because he enjoys the superiority of us knowing his order, of being a little different. My point is that bar and retail workers are not to be treated with a lack of respect and the assumption that they are stupid. Some are working on bigger things and others actually want to be there. So please, when you're off to bars and pubs on the bank holiday or the weekend and you see people working hard during the busiest times, don't assume that they are slaves there to serve you or that they could amount to no better. Link: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LVQ4Z21WK8g |
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