Ennio Morricone – Celebrating “Il Maestro”
One of the greatest composers in the history of film, Ennio Morricone, has passed away peacefully in Rome at the age of 91. During his long and illustrious career he...
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Ennio Morricone - Celebrating "Il Maestro"
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‘Prehabilitation’: How training your body for surgery can improve recovery & reduce complications
If you’re on a waiting list for surgery or have had an operation postponed for any reason, there may be something you can do right now to make use of...
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Ennio Morricone – Celebrating “Il Maestro”
One of the greatest composers in the history of film, Ennio Morricone, has passed away peacefully in Rome at the age of 91. During his long and illustrious career he...
A criminologist tells us about his favourite author of crime fiction
As a criminologist with a passion for crime fiction, I know it sounds a bit of a cliché, but crime thrillers may have started me on this career path to...
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Greysnet Creative Writing Course: Chapter 6
Well, here it is. The final chapter in our hugely popular Creative Writing Course. Endings are always difficult and parting is such sweet sorrow. In this final edition our Creative...
The best time to water your plants during a heatwave
When the warmer weather strikes, our gardens and outdoor spaces become a perfect oasis for rest and relaxation. But as nice as the hot weather might be, extreme conditions and...
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‘Prehabilitation’: How training your body for surgery can improve recovery & reduce complications
If you’re on a waiting list for surgery or have had an operation postponed for any reason, there may be something you can do right now to make use of...
Hot Weather Can Impact Older People’s Health. Here’s How To Stay Safe and Cool.
As temperatures across the UK continue to soar, it looks like we might be in for a period of very hot weather. While we could all use a bit of...
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A trip to Sicily exploring the film locations of Inspector Montalbano
Greysnet member Margaret Patten shares her experience of a trip to Sicily exploring the film locations of Inspector Montalbano. The fascinating and amusing Italian police drama “Inspector Montalbano” has attracted...
Greys Guide To Belfast
Belfast is a city enjoying a remarkable renaissance. The dark days of its troubled past are long gone and the city is now one of the UK’s most attractive visitor...