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ANHW Midwest Zone recommends these books. Enjoy the podcast. There is no Frigate like a Book (1286) BY EMILY DICKINSON There is no Frigate like a Book To take us Lands away Nor any Coursers like a Page Of prancing Poetry – This Traverse may the poorest take Without oppress of Toll – How frugal is the Chariot That bears the Human Soul – Emily Dickinson, "There is no Frigate like a Book" from (02138: The Belknap Press of Harvard University Press)
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Trafalgar Squared

Adam Preston

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Trafalgar Squared is an exploration and examination of naval warfare during the French Revolutionary Wars and the Napoleonic Wars. It was a time when the British Navy reached heights of brilliance unparalleled anywhere in the world under leaders like Admiral Nelson. The two powers, Great Britain and France, engaged in a near existential struggle for dominion of the world's oceans, generating a million colourful stories of heroism, fortitude, and exertion as they grappled with that ultimate t ...
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Welcome to UK News Daily, brought to you by Brief! Our AI selects the latest stories and top headlines and then delivers them to you each day in less than ten minutes (for more details, visit www.brief.news/how-it-works). Tune in to stay updated on the latest news from the UK, covering politics, culture, business, and more. Whether you're a UK resident, an expat, or simply interested in British affairs, UK News Daily is your reliable source. Tune in every day to be well-informed and to stay ...
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In the Drydock

Wade W. & Will W.

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A Podcast brought to you by your Captain Wade and his Executive Officer Will. Here In the Drydock, it's all about ships and the humans that built and manned them to rule the waves in peace and war Questions? Comments? Critiques? Want to be a guest? Reach us at: [email protected]
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(0:10): Scottish Government Saves Alexander Dennis Sites with £4M Pledge to Protect Jobs and Boost Green Transport (2:19): Prince Andrew Faces New Threat as Epstein Emails Surface, Legal and Political Fallout Looms (4:20): UK Drops Charges Against Researchers Accused of Spying for China Amid Political Tensions (6:33): England Faces Severe Drought: …
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(0:10): Labour Leadership Battle Heats Up Amid Rayner Resignation and Starmer's Cabinet Reshuffle (2:48): Arson Suspected in Fire at UK MP's Office: Arrest Made, No Injuries Reported (4:42): Treasury Eyes Major Business Rates Overhaul to Boost Growth and Fairness (6:37): UK Retail Giants Warn of Store Closures Amid Proposed Business Rate Hikes (9:2…
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(0:10): Mass Panic at Heathrow Terminal 4: 'Hazardous' Incident Sparks Evacuation and Delays (1:59): UK's Legacy Approach in Northern Ireland Slammed by Critics, Prompts Call for Overhaul (3:28): Man City, Premier League Resolve APT Rules Dispute, October Trial Canceled (5:48): Ofsted Unveils New Colour-Coded School Inspection System Amidst Controv…
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(0:10): UK Trade Secretary Visits US and China to Strengthen Tech Ties and Bolster Economy (2:33): Michelle O'Neill Demands UK Set Border Poll Date Amid Growing Unification Support (4:25): UK Shifts Asylum Seekers to Military Sites Amid Channel Crossings Surge and Public Backlash (6:28): Unison Warns Political Shifts Threaten UK's Employment Rights…
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UK Live Music Industry Hits Record Highs, Calls for Support Amidst Grassroots Challenges Scotland's Rugby Coach Gregor Townsend Secures Contract Extension Through 2027 World Cup Lush Shuts UK Stores for 24 Hours to Protest Gaza Crisis, Urges UK Government Action AI Revolutionizes NHS Efficiency: Cutting Admin, Boosting Patient Care, and Saving Mill…
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(0:10): Coldplay's Chris Martin Sparks Controversy with Israeli-Palestinian Remarks at Wembley Concert (2:28): Starmer's Bold Cabinet Shakeup: Darren Jones Takes New Role to Boost Government Efficiency and Economic Focus (5:15): UK Bond Yields Soar to 27-Year Highs Amid Political Uncertainty and Global Market Turmoil (7:36): Queen Camilla Celebrate…
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(0:10): Jamie Overton Steps Away from Test Cricket to Prioritize White-Ball Formats, Citing Physical Strain (2:25): AI Revolutionizes Stroke Diagnosis, Tripling Full Recovery Rates in NHS Units (4:16): UK Launches GPS-Based Rail Ticketing Trial to Simplify Travel and Cut Costs (6:31): Revolutionary 'Fastball' Test Promises Early Alzheimer's Detecti…
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(0:10): Prince George Balances Royal Duties with Normal Childhood Amid School Switch (2:06): Molly Cuddihy's Death Sparks Hospital Safety Investigation Amid Infection Control Concerns (4:24): UK Couple Held in Iran on Espionage Charges: Family Demands Urgent Meeting with Foreign Secretary (6:01): UK Faces Heavy Rain, Potential Flooding Amid Drought…
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(0:10): Wildfire Rages on Langdale Moor: Peat Fires, WWII Explosives Hinder Efforts (2:11): UK Fertility Rates Hit Record Lows Despite Slight Rise in Births, Prompting Policy Debates (4:57): France's Political Crisis Stalls Key Maritime Law Amid Record UK Channel Crossings (6:53): Colchester Castle Summer Series 2025 Thrills 70,000 Fans, Boosts Loc…
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(0:10): Summer 2025 Could Be UK's Hottest Ever, Sparking Severe Water Shortages and Drought Impacts (2:31): England Boosts Road Funding by £500M to Tackle Potholes Amid Rising Breakdown Rates (4:56): UK Energy Bills Rise £17 as Price Cap Increases Amid Volatile Markets (7:26): UK to Test Nationwide Emergency Alert System with Siren on September 7, …
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(0:10): Heroic Multi-Agency Rescue at Aberavon Beach Saves Six Children from Drowning (1:28): UK Unveils Sweeping Sentencing Reforms to Combat Prison Overcrowding and Boost Rehabilitation (4:05): UK Screenwriter Paul Laverty Arrested in Edinburgh for Supporting Banned Palestine Action Group (5:28): Record 423 Arrests at Notting Hill Carnival: Polic…
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(0:10): Record GCSE Success Celebrated: Students Secure Top Grades and Future Paths (2:09): London Faces Major Disruptions as Tube Strikes Loom Amid Pay Disputes and Working Conditions (4:11): UK Retail Giants Warn Tax Hikes Threaten Jobs, Boost Prices Amid Rising Inflation Concerns (7:01): Liam Gallagher Demands Apology from Edinburgh Council Amid…
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(0:10): Kneecap's Mo Chara Faces Court for Hezbollah Flag; Case Highlights Free Speech Tensions in UK (2:24): UK Inflation Hits 3.8% in July, Driven by Air Fares and Food Prices (4:31): Airbus UK Workers Plan 10-Day Strike Over Pay Dispute, Threatening Wing Production (6:51): Jack Thorne Challenges UK Education System With Netflix Series 'Adolescen…
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(0:10): UK Migrant Crossings Soar: Over 50,000 Arrive Since Starmer Took Office (2:19): HMRC Utilizes AI to Monitor Social Media for Tax Evasion, Sparks Privacy and Ethical Concerns (4:21): UK Expands Facial Recognition in Policing to Target High-Harm Offenders Amid Privacy Concerns (6:11): UK Plans Inheritance Tax Reforms Amid £50 Billion Budget S…
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(0:10): Wikimedia Foundation Loses UK Court Battle Over Strict Online Safety Act Rules (2:40): UK to Train 40,000 Construction Workers, Boost Homegrown Talent with New Technical Colleges (4:59): Sturgeon Admits Missteps in Gender Debate, Regrets Comments on Trans Offender Case (7:33): Groundbreaking Pancreatic Cancer Vaccine Shows Promise in Extend…
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(0:10): Oasis Reunion Ignites Debate Over Fan Conduct and Alcohol Policies in Edinburgh (1:41): Eli Lilly's New Weight Loss Pill Shows Promise, But Faces Hurdles Before Approval (4:05): Royal Family Leads 80th VJ Day Commemoration with Nationwide Events and Broadcasts (6:09): BBC Announces 'Dear Viv': Tribute Film Honoring Drag Icon The Vivienne (7…
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(0:10): Beechcraft B200 Emergency Landing Disrupts 115 Flights at Birmingham Airport (2:20): Adrian Dunbar Defends Kneecap Amid BBC Streaming Controversy and Terrorism Charge Dismissal (4:13): 19% of NHS Doctors Consider Leaving: Alarming Report Highlights Workforce Crisis (6:54): Cyclist Pushed into Canal by Dog Walker Sparks Viral Debate on Share…
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(0:10): UK Electric Car Grant Sparks Confusion: Industry Calls for Clarity Amid EV Market Uncertainty (2:59): Drag Queen Storytelling Event in Belfast Faces Protest, Sparks Debate on Inclusivity and Library Policies (5:22): Chancellor Reeves Faces Tough Choices Amid £41.2B Budget Shortfall: Tax Hikes on the Horizon? (8:13): Chiltern Railways Revive…
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(0:10): Trailblazing MI5 Director Dame Stella Rimington Passes Away at 88 (2:41): Baby P Case: Tracey Connelly Faces Public Parole Hearing Amid Public Safety Concerns (5:18): SWR Slashes Train Services Amid Dry Weather-Induced Track Safety Concerns (7:33): Leaked Memo Sparks Tax Hike Debate as Conservatives Demand Clarity from Chancellor Reeves (9:…
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(0:10): UK MPs Urge Labour to Slash Red Tape for Coastal Restoration to Revitalize Struggling Communities (2:52): Lancashire Police Hunt for Naked 'Gimp Man' Prowling Lytham Streets at Night (4:36): Oasis Reunites for Epic UK Tour: Fans Break Beer Records at Sold-Out Wembley Shows (6:51): IOPC Probes Death of Ellis Rocks in Police Custody After Arr…
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(0:10): UK Flights Disrupted by Air Traffic Control Glitch; Airlines Face Days of Chaos (1:52): Young Woman Dies After Rejecting Chemo for Alternative Therapies, Mother’s Influence Questioned (4:16): 76-Year-Old Arrested After Poison Suspected at Leicestershire Summer Camp Hospitalizes Eight Children (6:21): Sheffield Wednesday in Crisis: New Coach…
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High Court Allows Legal Challenge Against UK Ban on Palestine Action Amid Free Speech Concerns Prince William's Homewards Initiative Launches Affordable Housing Project for Youth in Lambeth YouTube Surpasses ITV in UK Viewership as Traditional Broadcasters Face Decline, Ofcom Report Reveals Met Police Faces £260M Budget Crisis, Doubles Facial Recog…
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(0:10): East Coast Main Line Expands with Zero-Emission Trains, Boosting Tourism and Connectivity by 2025 (2:33): June 2025 Sees Record Remortgaging Surge, Rising Home Purchases, and Growing Consumer Credit Use (5:04): Rare Montagu's Harriers Successfully Breed in UK After 4-Year Hiatus, Thanks to Conservation Efforts (7:27): Southport Unites: Hono…
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(0:10): Lewis Capaldi's Emotional Glastonbury Return: New Hit, Sold-Out Tour, and Triumph Over Tourette's (2:08): Reform UK Vows to Scrap 'Dystopian' Online Safety Act Amidst Backlash and Public Outcry (4:41): Swinney Pushes for 2026 Independence Vote Amid Criticism Over SNP Priorities (6:56): New Suffolk Biodiversity Trust to Receive Over £78M fro…
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Prince William and Princess Kate Consider Moving to Historic Fort Belvedere Amid Family Dynamics Kemi Badenoch Vows to Ban Doctors' Strikes if Conservatives Regain Power, Proposes New Legislation Armagh Bramley Apple Gains PGI Status, Boosting Demand and Craft Cider Industry Gaza Crisis Deepens: Calls for Ceasefire and Palestinian Recognition Amids…
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(0:10): Prince George Turns 12 Amid Royal Travel Rule Debates and Family Unity Challenges (2:38): UK Bans Ransom Payments in Cyberattacks, Enforces Mandatory Reporting to Combat Ransomware (5:02): Retired Brit Convicted for Espionage: Shared Ex-Defense Secretary's Data with 'Russian Agents' (7:04): James Cleverly Returns as Shadow Housing Secretary…
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