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Paramedics

When did we start using the word 'paramedic' in the UK? I'm sure it is a fairly recent thing
10:37 Thu 19th Aug 202123 answers, last by Buenchico 21:32 Thu 19th Aug 2021
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Wall Fixings For Magnets

I would like to 'hang' some fridge magnets on a wall and need some sort of magnetic fixing to attach them to - a sort of screw with a magnet on the head, perhaps, or a magnet that sticks to a wall for...
17:41 Mon 16th Aug 20219 answers, last by Prudie 14:42 Tue 17th Aug 2021
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Licorice Toffee

I used to love the licorice toffees that I bought in a small box very similar to a cigarette pack. Were they Callard and Bowser or a different brand?
10:15 Sat 14th Aug 202141 answers, last by barry1010 22:20 Sat 14th Aug 2021
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Too Much Information?

I had to track down an acquaintance on FB this morning and was somewhat surprised to see on his 'intro' that he describes himself as 'dom bi in open marriage'. I have no problem with his sexual...
10:37 Thu 12th Aug 202114 answers, last by Peter Pedant 14:48 Thu 12th Aug 2021
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Anyone Here Not Long Out Of Prison?

Just wondered if UK prisoners are routinely offered Vit D tablets as they get very little sunlight....
10:11 Fri 06th Aug 202111 answers, last by barry1010 12:15 Fri 06th Aug 2021
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Two Weddings!

We have just received two invitations to weddings. One has a Peaky Blinder theme, with guests to dress accordingly; the other states 'strictly no mobile phones at any time. Official photos only'....
16:33 Tue 03rd Aug 202116 answers, last by theshedman 06:48 Wed 04th Aug 2021
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Qi

This has given me great enjoyment for many years but just how reliable are the 'facts'? At the time of recording are the 'facts' factually correct?...
09:33 Sun 01st Aug 20215 answers, last by barry1010 14:43 Sun 01st Aug 2021
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Funeral Legal Advice Urgent

Just had a very distressing call from our good friend. Her husband died two days ago, not unexpected, in hospital. No post mortem needed and he was collected by the funeral directors yesterday. The...
09:48 Sat 31st Jul 202120 answers, last by barry1010 12:34 Sat 31st Jul 2021
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Petter Engine

I have been hearing a Petter engine all day and can't work out what it is being used for. Not complaining, I find it relaxing. Can't hear any building noises so wonder if anyone can suggest what it...
15:04 Mon 26th Jul 20217 answers, last by barry1010 07:52 Tue 27th Jul 2021
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The Repair Shop

Love this programme but found last night’s episode very disappointing. Not enough time showing the restoration of the painting, the sewing machine nor the stained glass. Had I been asked to repair the...
13:24 Fri 23rd Jul 202118 answers, last by davebro 14:53 Sat 24th Jul 2021
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Michal Mosley - Charlatan Or Guru?

I was surprised to learn that Michael has not ever worked as any kind of doctor. He went straight to the BBC on the trainee producer scheme after university so has worked in the media since 1985. He...
15:29 Thu 22nd Jul 202114 answers, last by Vagus 18:21 Thu 22nd Jul 2021
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Altitude

Do people who live at very high altitudes have to acclimatise before descending to much lower altitudes?
15:16 Wed 21st Jul 20213 answers, last by barry1010 15:33 Wed 21st Jul 2021
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Black Eyes Without Trauma

My aged relative has two black eyes but has not suffered any injury to his face. This has happened before and his face returned to normal after a few days without going through the usual brown/yellow...
09:35 Wed 21st Jul 20212 answers, last by barry1010 09:54 Wed 21st Jul 2021
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Any Ladies In Their Early 60S Here?

My wife is a gentle and reasonable woman who rarely loses her temper but today she is raging. She has known this day has been coming, she is not surprised. She was been aware of the changes the...
08:09 Tue 20th Jul 202135 answers, last by barry1010 16:09 Tue 20th Jul 2021
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Bailiffs - Another New Tv Series

A new tv series about bailiffs is starting tonight, that is the third different series about bailiffs to my knowledge. What is the fascination with bailiffs? I watched a few episodes of Can't Pay and...
10:59 Mon 19th Jul 202129 answers, last by barry1010 18:41 Sat 24th Jul 2021
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Nut Allergies

Why are people with a nut allergy also allergic to peanuts?
09:49 Fri 16th Jul 202130 answers, last by barry1010 15:47 Sat 17th Jul 2021
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You Don't Always Get What You Pay For - And It's Legal

Can you think of anything that can legally be advertised but not supplied as described? I can think of only one - electricity. I see many electricity suppliers advertising '100% renewable energy'. If...
15:13 Thu 15th Jul 202118 answers, last by Smowball 17:27 Thu 15th Jul 2021
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Times They Are A-Changing

Years ago I used to see piles of fag ends in the gutters where selfish motorists emptied their ashtrays. Now it's piles of nitrous oxide canisters in the gutters. Doesn't make me laugh. What unusual...
13:21 Wed 14th Jul 202128 answers, last by barry1010 22:22 Wed 14th Jul 2021
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Well, I Never Knew That!

There are a lot of things other people seem to know automatically but I only know when I've been told (often a lot of explanation is needed). I must have been in my 30s when I found out that the map...
10:45 Tue 13th Jul 202158 answers, last by Peter Pedant 20:41 Tue 13th Jul 2021
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Problems With Ab On Firefox

For a couple weeks the AB tab has been freezing to the point that I have to close it and reopen it. Not a big deal but irritating. All other tabs are fine (I have 6 tabs permanenly open including AB)....
11:19 Sat 10th Jul 20211 answer, last by ToraToraTora 12:36 Sat 10th Jul 2021

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