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Mobility Aid to make Guide Dogs redundant? – Blog post by Ian White.
Ian White writes:-From what I can gather from friends who are in a similar position to myself , that is to say blind or visually impaired, they can’t wait for this device to become available on the open market, which is scheduled to be sometime in the Autumn of next year 2025.We feel it will... Continue Reading →
Peter Hosking BEM
Peter was presented with his British Empire Medal at the Commando Training Centre Royal Marines, Lymphstone by the Lord Lieutenant of Devon, surrounded by members of his family who are incredibly proud of his achievements. He has worked tirelessly and is an inspiring and dedicated campaigner. Few are more deserving of an honour. Peter Hosking... Continue Reading →
Wartime GIs invade Torquay
Following on from this week’s hugely popular talk about Glen Miller, Tony Taft recounts his encounter with some wartime GIs on Torquay seafront this morning Tony writes:- I passed these three when I was on the bus and thought "did I really see that?" it’s not something you see on Torquay seafront. I turned to the... Continue Reading →
Our Jimmy
John Lunday reports:- Friday 4 October was a very sad day for our member Ian White and I am sure for all members of Paignton Probus Club as Jimmy has been retired after nine years loyal service to his master. Retirement has come to us all, some have dreaded the day whilst others have relished... Continue Reading →
Nigel’s blog: Middle East reporting.
As we seem in the UK to only be allowed to see or hear biased reporting and screening out of relevant background information, I thought this attached report may provide a different perspective. The Middle East- News detail you probably will not see or hear from the British media. Israel Unleashes Operation Shield and Arrow Tuesday morning,... Continue Reading →
Nigel’s blog – Russian Ghost Ships
Russian Ghost Ships Loiter in Nordic Waters “Russian Ghost Ships” sounds like the title of a Franz Kafka play or a novel by Nikolai Gogol. Instead, these mystery boats are very real and are sailing around the waters near Denmark, Norway, Finland, and Sweden. What gives them their ghoulish descriptor is that they have turned... Continue Reading →
Marcus Aurelius meditations
I must thank Colin Small for giving me the link to Marcus Aurelius meditations, this one is perhaps very apt at the present time. Nigel “Everything we hear is an opinion, not a fact. Everything we see is a perspective, not the truth.” Marcus Aurelius
Nigel’s Blog – A thought that many may share.
“We live in a world that says their way is better, their way is right. They promote their way as the way of tolerance, and yet they only tolerate those who think like they do. “ Amir Tsarfati Bible teacher
Nigel’s blog – Lithium-ion batteries and the Silent Menace
Websec note:- The following items were inspired by the recent talk "Renewable Energy in South Devon" Lithium-ion batteries The power of these batteries is also the reason they are so hazardous. In terms of wattage held per kilogram is 50% greater than a traditional battery and 6 times greater than a lead acid battery. A... Continue Reading →
Nigel’s Blog – Holocaust
Holocaust. Whilst many meanings are now given to this word its original meaning was…” a sacrifice in which the offering was burned completely on an altar” The theme running through the Holocaust Memorial Service at Exeter Cathedral was the fact that it was ordinary people that were slaughtered, it was ordinary people that carried out the killings... Continue Reading →
Nigel’s blog – Poseidon, a nuclear capable super torpedo.
Nigel writes: Thought the attached may be of interest to go on the blogg as it has not been highlighted in the UK media. Russia to Deploy Game-Changing WeaponMany have heard of UAVs, unmanned aerial vehicles. Prepare yourself for the advent of the UUV, the unmanned underwater vehicle. If you’re thinking, “Wow, that’s not very... Continue Reading →
Nigel’s blog:- Away in a Manger
Migdal Eder Tower of the Flock Jesus was born in Bethlehem, (house of Bread) when his parents had to go to “their own town” ie their ancestral home. Both Joseph and Mary were of the House of David, and Bethlehem was as we know the hometown of David. See Luke chapter 2. Sadly, there is... Continue Reading →
Nigel’s blog. 3 tests for gossip
Nigel writes:- Christmas is a joyous time and can sometimes get spoilt by silly things. The saying that “Sticks and stones can break my bones” perhaps deserve the new ending of “but words can break my heart”.The attached text may be of interest. Have a Great Christmas and a Healthy and happy New Year. Kind... Continue Reading →
Nigel – Communication re Asylum influx from Torbay Council
Dear All, You may have already seen this but just in case I thought I would send it on. Nigel -------------------------------------------------- 14 November 2022 Asylum Accommodation in Torbay As a place, Torbay has always done it’s best to welcome those who are in need of help and support. This has been seen through our support... Continue Reading →
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Do you have an interesting thought you would like to share with your fellow members?Do you have comments or suggestions for further reading on the latest weekly Talk? (E.g comments on Nigel's blog ref expansion of housing in Torbay, additional information on the Mary Rose or perhaps on the construction of the current Torbay Lifeboat)... Continue Reading →
Paignton Probus on Facebook
Peter Stickland writes:- Dear Fellow Member As part of our drive to increase membership we have created a presence on Facebook. As a first step we are inviting people who know a soon to be or recently retired man with time on his hands who enjoys conversation, talks, social outings and meeting like-minded individuals; that there... Continue Reading →
Nigel – Exploding electric vehicle batteries
Startling new evidence has emerged showing a dramatic increase in fires caused by exploding electric vehicle batteries in the U.K. There was a sharp rise last year, particularly in London where fires jumped from 32 in 2020 to 102 in 2021 and already 98 recorded in the first half of this year. All 50 fire... Continue Reading →
Nigel – End of Season Summer Lunch.
Well done, Barry, I think Barry needs congratulating as does Trevor, the manager of the Paignton Club, for the success of the Paignton Probus Summer Lunch. The food was first class and, in my opinion, better than the meals we experienced in the main at the Redcliffe. The service was good, and the tables seemed... Continue Reading →
Tony T – Steam Train at Exeter
Duchess of Sutherland. Best viewed as Full screen. Make sure sound is turned on. https://youtu.be/TbDIZxDq23A I saw this in Exeter St David’s station.
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