Aberfan disaster: 50th anniversary of the coal tip landslide that killed 116 children

Aberfan disaster: 50th anniversary of the coal tip landslide that killed 116 children

Fifty years ago, on 21 October 1966, disaster struck in Aberfan, Wales. 116 children aged between 7-10 and 28 adults were killed when a landslide destroyed the local school and several houses. The avalanche happened after a build-up of water in a coal tip above the village. The National Coal Board (NCB) had ignored concerns of local authorities about the location of the tip. They were found guilty of extreme negligence by a tribunal in 1997. Oct 19, 2016
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How cucumbers keep you healthy

Cucumber is a rich source of fibre, vitamins, minerals, phytonutrients, potassium and a great quantity of water content. Oct 18, 2016
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5 ways how dieting makes us gain weight

The National Weight Control Registry estimates only 20 per cent of dieters lose weight successfully and they get back to eating the way they used to. Oct 13, 2016
Battle for Orlando: Whos voting for Donald Trump in the key US election swing state of Florida?

Battle for Orlando: Whos voting for Donald Trump in the key US election swing state of Florida?

Donald Trump’s popularity among so-called political outsiders, gun owners and growing support from the large Christian population could see Florida turn Republican for the first time in eight years.With the presidential election fast approaching, IBTimes UK visited Orlando and spoke to people, groups and organisations in the influential city of Orlando, who could decide whether Donald Trump or Hillary Clinton will win the race for the White House. Oct 9, 2016
Battle for Orlando: Whos voting for Hillary Clinton in the key US election swing state of Florida?

Battle for Orlando: Whos voting for Hillary Clinton in the key US election swing state of Florida?

Best known for its world famous theme parks, this year the city of Orlando has become one of the most important political cities in the US. Located in the heart of the key swing state of Florida, the city and surrounding area have become vital battlegrounds for both Donald Trump and Hillary Clinton. The Clinton campaign can boast of support from the large and influential Latino and Hispanic community, as well as from LGBTQ groups and other minorities. However, Donald Trump is clearly very popular across Florida, defeating native politicians Marco Rubio and Jeb Bush on his way to winning 66 out of 67 counties in the Republican primaries. With both Clinton and Trump battling for every last vote in Orlando, IBTimes UK visited the city to speak with the people, groups and organisations that could help decide the result of this fiercely contested election. Oct 8, 2016