http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/8697996.stm
Footballer David Beckham has spoken of his awe for British troops while making a visit to Afghanistan. He told BFBS British Forces News: "These guys are the bravest people that I've ever met and it really is, it truly is, an honor to be here."
He added: "I've been wanting to come for years, but with my playing schedule I've never had the time. But obviously being injured now it's given me the chance to do things I've always wanted to do and never been able to."
Asked if he would have considered a military career had he not become a footballer, Beckham said: "Without a doubt... I've represented my country many times on the field, but what these guys do representing our country is really amazing."
This is what I meant with my previous blog. Soldiers in Afghanistan deserve this kind of attention. What David Beckham did, means a lot to the soldiers. He is a very busy man but he managed to wait for a good moment to come and visit them. David Beckham is not the only celebrity who did this. For the soldiers in Afghanistan it is a clear sign that the people at home are supporting them and thinking about them. It gives them new hope and strength to get through the time they have to spend there. That might be the most important reason why I support David Beckham’s initiative.
Monday, 31 May 2010
UK marine killed in Afghan blast
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/8714185.stm
The marine from 40 Commando was killed in an explosion while on foot patrol near Sangin in Helmand Province during the evening of 30 May. The foot patrol was necessary to explore and understand the local area when he got struck by an explosion. Task Force Helmand spokesman Lt Col James Carr-Smith praised the marine's "bravery and selfless commitment". The number of UK soldiers killed if Afghanistan is now 289. This month, eight British service personnel have been killed. Four of them belonged to the Royal Marines.
It is not the first time I read about a soldiers who died in Afghanistan. Almost every week, I read something about it. The UK is very active in the war in Afghanistan, but none the less I was surprised to read the number of UK soldiers. I didn’t expect it to be that high. The newsflashes about these deaths are getting shorter every time there is a new fatality. I personally have nothing against the war, but I do think that soldiers who die should get more attention and a proper farewell. This newsflash does not pay enough attention to it.
The marine from 40 Commando was killed in an explosion while on foot patrol near Sangin in Helmand Province during the evening of 30 May. The foot patrol was necessary to explore and understand the local area when he got struck by an explosion. Task Force Helmand spokesman Lt Col James Carr-Smith praised the marine's "bravery and selfless commitment". The number of UK soldiers killed if Afghanistan is now 289. This month, eight British service personnel have been killed. Four of them belonged to the Royal Marines.
It is not the first time I read about a soldiers who died in Afghanistan. Almost every week, I read something about it. The UK is very active in the war in Afghanistan, but none the less I was surprised to read the number of UK soldiers. I didn’t expect it to be that high. The newsflashes about these deaths are getting shorter every time there is a new fatality. I personally have nothing against the war, but I do think that soldiers who die should get more attention and a proper farewell. This newsflash does not pay enough attention to it.
Thursday, 13 May 2010
Cameron's coalition: Mobile phones banned from cabinet
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/politics/8679648.stm
Members of David Cameron's new cabinet have been banned from having their mobile phones and Blackberrys with them during meetings. There was laughter in the room when Mr Cameron had to call Justice Secretary Ken Clarke to attention, when he was on the phone.
He said that holding meetings in different parts of the country was "a good thing, and I think we should try to continue that to recognise we're the government for the whole United Kingdom and they need to get out and see it". Use of mobile phones and other devices during meetings and debates in parliament used to be banned, but now politicians are allowed to have them, but they must be in silent mode.
I think that having your mobile phones on during such serious things, is a shame. When you have to debate about things that are crucial for a whole country, you must be focused all the time. It is not high school where you don’t like the lesson and you go and surf some on the web on your mobile phone. Crucial decisions have to be made and you need to concentrate on that. I think that David Cameron is absolutely right to ban mobile phones from his new cabinet. It also gives a clear sign to the public that he is really serious about the debates and his new position.
Members of David Cameron's new cabinet have been banned from having their mobile phones and Blackberrys with them during meetings. There was laughter in the room when Mr Cameron had to call Justice Secretary Ken Clarke to attention, when he was on the phone.
He said that holding meetings in different parts of the country was "a good thing, and I think we should try to continue that to recognise we're the government for the whole United Kingdom and they need to get out and see it". Use of mobile phones and other devices during meetings and debates in parliament used to be banned, but now politicians are allowed to have them, but they must be in silent mode.
I think that having your mobile phones on during such serious things, is a shame. When you have to debate about things that are crucial for a whole country, you must be focused all the time. It is not high school where you don’t like the lesson and you go and surf some on the web on your mobile phone. Crucial decisions have to be made and you need to concentrate on that. I think that David Cameron is absolutely right to ban mobile phones from his new cabinet. It also gives a clear sign to the public that he is really serious about the debates and his new position.
John Terry's father admits dealing cocaine
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/england/essex/8679692.stm
The father of the Chelsea and former England captain John Terry has pleaded guilty to dealing cocaine. Edward Terry, 56, supplied it to an undercover newspaper reporter in a winebar in Chafford Hundred, in 2009. Edward Terry is embarrassed because of the supset the incident caused to his son.
Edward Terry’s council, mr. Saunders said Terry had drunk a considerable amount that night.
Presiding magistrate John Toplis said the case was unusual and ruled that a Crown Court judge should pass sentence. Terry, did not comment when he left court and he only spoke to confirm his personal details and enter a guilty plea during the hearing.
He will be sentenced at Basildon Crown Court on 1 June and was released on bail.
The whole case is blown up because Edward Terry is the father of the famous John Terry. Everyday, drug dealers get arrested and convicted so the case itself is not a rare one. Only because it is the father of a famous football player, makes it such a big deal. I really feel sorry for John Terry, because of the negative attention he gets by this. He is a great man and a great football player and I think he should support his father and be patient because it will blow over again. I think the worst media hype is over now, and I hope they will be able to enjoy life as usual fast.
The father of the Chelsea and former England captain John Terry has pleaded guilty to dealing cocaine. Edward Terry, 56, supplied it to an undercover newspaper reporter in a winebar in Chafford Hundred, in 2009. Edward Terry is embarrassed because of the supset the incident caused to his son.
Edward Terry’s council, mr. Saunders said Terry had drunk a considerable amount that night.
Presiding magistrate John Toplis said the case was unusual and ruled that a Crown Court judge should pass sentence. Terry, did not comment when he left court and he only spoke to confirm his personal details and enter a guilty plea during the hearing.
He will be sentenced at Basildon Crown Court on 1 June and was released on bail.
The whole case is blown up because Edward Terry is the father of the famous John Terry. Everyday, drug dealers get arrested and convicted so the case itself is not a rare one. Only because it is the father of a famous football player, makes it such a big deal. I really feel sorry for John Terry, because of the negative attention he gets by this. He is a great man and a great football player and I think he should support his father and be patient because it will blow over again. I think the worst media hype is over now, and I hope they will be able to enjoy life as usual fast.
Thursday, 6 May 2010
UK airports have reopened after volcanic ash risk
http://news.bbc.co.uk/2/hi/uk_news/8663994.stm
All British airports are reopened again after the latest closures. People got stranded overnight but the ash cloud has moved west and has cleared
I think it is quite amazing that something so simple like an ash cloud can disturb air traffic on this scale. For the people that need to travel for business or booked holidays, it is even more annoying. If the ash cloud stays in the west, it won’t be as annoying anymore. Airports will lose a lot of money if the ash cloud returns again, and that is something that countries can’t afford during the financial crisis. This whole situation shows once more that nature is still more powerful than men, since authorities can’t do any more than to close the airports and wait for the ash cloud to go away.
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