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BBC News
6 days ago
- General
- BBC News
Machine blasts chewing gum off Farnborough town centre streets
Chewing gum is being blasted from the streets of a town centre thanks to a £17,300 clean-up in Farnborough comes after Rushmoor Borough Council became one of 52 areas across the country to receive money from the Chewing Gum Task Guinness, council cabinet member, said: "Chewing gum is unsightly and nobody wants it stuck on the end of their shoes and then traipsed in through their house."She said the clean-up makes people think twice about dropping their gum on the floor. "People think more afterwards about what they're doing and and you find that for quite a long time people don't put their chewing gum on the floor and do actually use the bins."She added: "Hopefully Farnborough will look amazing."Cleaning teams used a machine to clean away detritus from the pavements to see the then use heat and low pressure which melts the gum so it drains away along with other dirt. Cleanliness Town centres and markets manager Diane Highet said: "We want a town centre that people are proud to visit."We want people to be able to sit and not have to worry about what they're sitting in."According to a recent council survey 98% of people were concerned about the cleanliness of town centres. Some shoppers who spoke to the BBC backed the clean-up, while one thought it was a waste of money. Paul Hamilton welcomed the move. "I've trodden in it, I think we all have, it's horrible," he Chapman, from Farnborough, added: "It's a very good idea. It's disgusting on the streets."The Chewing Gum Task Force was established by the government and is administered by Keep Britain Tidy. It brings together major gum producers to clean-up litter on the streets.
News.com.au
17-07-2025
- Sport
- News.com.au
Waddingham scores, Segecic provides assist in Portsmouth pre-season win
Former Brisbane Roar striker Thomas Waddingham scored as a Portsmouth outfit featuring four Australian players secured a 5-0 pre-season win over Farnborough. Waddingham was joined by ex-Sydney FC pair Adrian Segecic and Hayden Matthews, and former Central Coast Mariners defender Jacob Farrell as Portsmouth manager John Mousinho used 22 players across the two halves. Waddingham netted the game's fourth goal, while Segecic, who joined the English Championship club after being a co-winner of last season's A-League Golden Boot, provided the assist for Portsmouth's second goal, scored by Harry Clout. 'That's two more sets of 45 minutes that we've got through injury-free, which is the main positive, but we're also happy with the performance and result,' Mousinho said. Farrell, who is embarking on his second season with the club after a maiden campaign that was marred by a knee injury, said having a strong Australian contingent at Portsmouth was helpful. 'It's been really good to have the Aussie boys here,' Farrell told the Portsmouth website. 'We all help each other, whether it's outside of football or on the pitch. It's a big help.' Now fully fit, Farrell said he was 'ready to play hard' this season. 'I haven't really had a break but that was needed to get my knee right, but it's been really good. I'm feeling really fit and strong at the moment, and ready to go,' he said. 'I'm in the best physical state my body's been in.'
BBC News
01-07-2025
- Sport
- BBC News
Walsall sign Bournemouth striker Stuttle on loan
Walsall have made their fourth new signing in five days after agreeing a season-long loan with Premier League side Bournemouth for teenage striker Jonny 19-year-old is yet to feature in the Cherries' first-team but has been a prolific scorer for the club's youth scored 42 goals in 35 games for the under-16s side in his first season, then 20 the following year and spent last season getting his first taste of senior a short spell with Aldershot in the National League, he moved to National League South side Farnborough in January and finished with 10 goals from 19 appearances."It's a massive club and it seemed like the right move for me and the next step in my development so I am really happy to be here," Stuttle said about joining the Saddlers., external"It went really well at Farnborough, I really enjoyed my time there and it has put me in good stead for this season and the future ahead but I am really looking forward to my time here." Head coach Mat Sadler described Stuttle as "a well-rounded forward" who will "add something different" to his attacking options."We ended up beating off a lot of competition to secure the signing of Jonny for the season and we feel that with our record of improving, nurturing and looking after young players, that put us at the front of the queue," Sadler arrival follows the recent signings of goalkeeper Myles Roberts, on a season-long loan from Watford, plus Stevenage forward Aaron Pressley and Exeter City wing-back Vincent Harper on permanent deals.
Yahoo
20-06-2025
- Health
- Yahoo
Biggin Hill cyclist aims to take on gruelling Mount Everest-sized challenge
A cyclist is taking on a gruelling 24-hour challenge to raise funds for a new cancer support centre. Biggin Hill resident Paul Clark will ride up Stock Hill 240 times in a single day to support The Chartwell Cancer Trust's plans for a new Cancer Information Centre at the Princess Royal University Hospital's Chartwell Unit in Farnborough. The climb totals more than 12,000 metres of elevation—higher than Mount Everest—and aims to raise £24,000 for the centre, which will offer vital support and information to cancer patients and their families. Mr Clark said: "This is more than just a physical test; it is about making a real difference for those facing cancer." His challenge will begin at 9am on June 21, 2025, and will continue through to 9am the following day. He has committed to riding through the night, regardless of when he reaches his target, to complete the full 24 hours. Supporters and volunteers will be on hand to cheer him on and collect donations, and the community is encouraged to come out and show their support. Donations can be made at Michael Douglas, senior trustee of The Chartwell Cancer Trust, said: "We urgently need more spaces where people affected by cancer can turn for support. "The new centre will be a place of comfort, advice, and care when people need it most. "We hope Biggin Hill will come out in force to support Paul. "Every cheer, every donation, will help build something truly meaningful for local families affected by cancer." Mr Clark is already receiving backing from businesses and residents, with sponsorship opportunities still available.
Yahoo
16-06-2025
- Business
- Yahoo
Air India crash casts a shadow over the Paris Air Show — the year's biggest aviation and defense event
Boeing's CEO pulled out of attending the Paris Air Show after last week's Air India crash. Israel's airstrikes against Iran further showed how geopolitical tensions will influence the gathering. Airbus could announce more plane orders after Boeing's blockbuster Qatar Airways deal in May. In Paris's upscale 16th arrondissement, with windows framing the Eiffel Tower, a media event hosted by Honeywell Aerospace on Sunday began with a sharing of sympathies for the victims of Air India Flight 171. Rising geopolitical tensions were already set to heighten anxieties at the 2025 Paris Air Show, but last week's events have cast a somber shadow. The terrible scenes of Thursday's plane crash, which killed all but one of the 242 people on board and dozens more on the ground, are on everyone's minds at the biennial industry gathering. Alternating each year with the Farnborough air show in the UK, it is typically a vibrant affair. Throughout the week, some 300,000 people will descend on Le Bourget Airport as aviation and defense companies announce orders and show off their aircraft. Both Boeing's CEO, Kelly Ortberg, and its commercial airplanes chief, Stephanie Pope, have now pulled out of attending the show, while a media drinks reception was canceled. Boeing declined to comment on the executives' withdrawal from the event. Meanwhile, GE Aerospace, which made the Air India 787's engines, postponed an investor day. This week was set to be a pivotal chance for Ortberg, who took over last August, to show how he is revitalising the planemaker after 2024's annus horribilis. Meanwhile, Israel's airstrikes against Iran complicated the geopolitical tensions amid President Donald Trump's trade war and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine. War may be good for defense companies' profits, but it is becoming increasingly clear that the post-World War II order of international cooperation and globalisation is being shaken up. That's particularly felt by an innately global industry like aviation, as it could hurt travel demand and disrupt complex supply chains. Europe's growing independence was a notable theme at the Honeywell Aerospace event. Some executives were keen to show they could speak French, and the company highlighted its facilities across the continent. "We recognize that nations here are increasingly seeking local solutions to economic and military autonomy," said CEO Jim Currier. Mike Vallillo, VP for international defense, said customers were looking to support existing programs from within their own borders, with greater control over supply chains. "Longer term, we expect the emphasis around sovereignty and greater independence to require a lot of investment in technology," he added. Honeywell Aerospace is a major player in the industry, but may go unnoticed by the casual flyer, creating vital parts like avionics and auxiliary power units. As Currier put it, having "a portfolio that touches nearly everything that flies." Despite an air of apprehension ahead of the show, Sunday's event also touched on points of optimism for commercial aviation. "Record backlogs at aircraft [original equipment manufacturers] reflect more demand than supply, as commercial travel has doubled every 15 to 20 years, amid a growing global middle class," Currier said. Boeing reported a blockbuster May with 303 orders, following a record deal with Qatar Airways during Trump's trip to the Middle East. Its European rival, Airbus, recorded an almost unheard-of zero orders last month, suggesting there will instead be plenty of announcements in Paris. Saudi Arabia's startup airline, Riyadh Air, announced a firm order for 25 A350-1000 on Monday, with an option for 50 more. Set to launch later this year and backed by the kingdom's Public Investment Fund, Riyadh Air is exhibiting two planes in Paris and has also teased reveals. "This order marks a significant step forward in building a world-class airline that reflects the ambitions of Vision 2030," said CFO Adam Boukadida in a reference to the kingdom's drive to diversity its oil-dependent economy. Vietnam's VietJet and Malaysian budget airline AirAsia are each set to order about 100 Airbus jets, Bloomberg and Reuters reported. A tangible show of its ambitions could raise the mood, but the 55th Paris Air Show is still set to be a muted affair. Read the original article on Business Insider
