This Britain
Doors open for 'living' beach hut advent calendar
A very special version of the traditional calendar is on display along Hove seafront throughout December. Alex Johnson take a peek inside and will follow its progress on this page for the rest of the month.
Inside This Britain
Video: Crocodiles spotted in Leeds
Wednesday, 2 December 2009
The Royal Society: Dilettantes to DNA via cuckoos and kites
Monday, 30 November 2009
It began as a talking shop for rich intellectuals but 350 years later, the Royal Society is the de facto national academy of science
'Cathedral of Middlesex' saved from ruin
Sunday, 29 November 2009
English Heritage is stepping in to prevent the dereliction of the medieval Harmondsworth Great Barn lauded by Sir John Betjeman
Pack up your bargains in your old kitbag
Sunday, 29 November 2009
A Slice of Britain: Shoppers queue from 2am as Angels sells off uniforms that fought wars on stage and screen.
Minor British Institutions: Sammy the Shrimp
Saturday, 28 November 2009
Of all the absurd mascots that populate English soccer, perhaps the strangest is the Southend United character, Sammy the Shrimp.
Dog unhurt after 80ft mineshaft plunge
Friday, 27 November 2009
A cocker spaniel named Nell fell 80ft down a mineshaft and escaped unscathed, the RSPCA said today.
Can a Muslim say happy Christmas to his friends?
Thursday, 26 November 2009
Jerome Taylor: Debate between forces of Islamic intolerance and scholars touring UK with message of moderation.
RAF's wartime photos go online in new archive
Monday, 23 November 2009
Dramatic pictures illustrate Allied assault on D-Day and bombing raids over Germany
Postcard art: Having a cool time. Wish you were here
Sunday, 22 November 2009
A Slice of Britain: At the annual lucky dip for postcards by famous and emerging artists, the sharp-eyed and patient scoop up bargain masterpieces.
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Columnist Comments
• Adrian Hamilton: Let's hope it really is an 'exit' strategy
All the talk of targets by which withdrawal will be gauged is so much pie in the sky
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Ah bwaah bah habbab. Hang on, start again. Bwwhaaabwabab darrbba bubbua

