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Mystery as beloved owl Merlin STOLEN from his habitat of nearly 30 years leaving animal lovers stunned

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A BELOVED owl has been stolen after nearly 30 years in captivity. Merlin’s carers say they are devastated and hugely concerned for his welfare. 1 Beloved owl Merlin has been stolen after nearly 30 years in captivityCredit: https://www.wpcc.org.uk/latest-news/news/post/246-merlin-the-owl-is-missing The Wimbledon and Putney Commons charity in South West London says the tawny owl was taken from … Read more

The Weirdest Night in Pop

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If you’ve heard “We Are the World,” the 1985 charity single by the American super-duper group U.S.A. for Africa, you might be forgiven for wondering why a documentary about it, recently released on Netflix, is called “The Greatest Night in Pop.” Musically, “We Are the World,” written by Lionel Richie and Michael Jackson and sung … Read more

Most people of faith plan to increase giving in 2024: survey

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By Michael Gryboski, Mainline Church Editor Friday, February 02, 2024 Getty Images Over half of people of faith in the United States intend to increase their giving to charity and houses of worship in 2024 compared to last year, while more than a third plan to stay at about the same rate, according to a … Read more

Biggest fundraising activities revealed from car washes to marathons

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THE biggest growing fundraising activities over the last 12 months include sponsored skips, car washes and ultra marathons – raising over £80million for charitable causes. Data from fundraising platform, JustGiving, has revealed the top 10 physical activities which have seen the biggest increase in popularity year-on-year. 2 There are a number of great ways you … Read more

‘It’s not just possessions’ – security expert reveals what thieves will target in your home – The Scottish Sun

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WITH house break-ins on the rise it’s the ideal time to look at home security. Crimestoppers has launched a new Scotland-wide campaign aimed at defeating thieves after it was revealed such crimes had increased by five per cent to 9,126 incidents for the year ending September 2023. 2 There have been more than 9,000 house … Read more

Captain Tom’s daughter’s business loses £150k in a year after row over spa complex built at family’s sprawling mansion

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CAPTAIN Sir Tom Moore’s daughter’s business has lost £150,000 in a year after being engulfed in a row about the proceeds of her hero dad’s books. But the firm still appears to be earning cash. 6 Hannah Ingram-Moore at Central Bedfordshire Council in Chicksands, Bedfordshire,in October last yearCredit: PA 6 Captain Tom capotured the hearts … Read more

Bill Belichick’s charitable legacy focused on team building

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Since 2013, the Bill Belichick Foundation has been the wellspring from which the mighty Patriots coach gave what he had to three topics he cared deeply about: coaching, mentorship and financial assistance to people and causes he believed in. “The Bill Belichick Foundation aims to provide coaching, mentorship, and financial support to individuals, communities, and … Read more

Judge rejects federal bid to recoup legal expenses in Muslim charity court case

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A judge has rejected the federal government’s request to recover legal costs it incurred during a major Muslim charity’s court bid to halt an audit of its activities. In his ruling, handed down last month, Ontario Superior Court Justice Markus Koehnen says the Muslim Association of Canada’s case served a valid public interest, even if … Read more

Quickcheck: is it true that Boxing Day is a day for people to return their Christmas gift?

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PETALING JAYA: Christmas is here, and many are excited to receive presents from their loved ones and friends. Some are delighted with the gifts received, while others may not like the presents they received – either they are not to their liking, or they do not fit them. So, is Boxing Day a day for … Read more

JDT to channel RM2.9mil to Palestinian aid, charity

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JOHOR BARU: The Johor Darul Ta’zim (JDT) Football Club will channel RM2.9mil, from ticket sales and Super League winning prize to Palestinian humanitarian aid and the JDT Foundation’s community service programme. JDT, in a post on Johor Southern Tigers Facebook account on Friday (Dec 22), said as much as RM1.017mil, earned from six home games … Read more