DARK SECRETS: Durham - The Real Truth

Gene Dillard’s Fantasy Land: Repairman turns home into mosaic folk‑art site; visitors can quietly tour yards

Gene Dillard, a dedicated repairman from Durham, North Carolina, ventured into the world of mosaic artistry around 2000. His home is a captivating gallery with walls adorned in mirrors and creative metal sculptures, drawing the curiosity of many locals. Using only basic hand tools and no formal training, he has…

The Times of India · Oct 22

$65K Settlements with EEOC Over Failure to Accommodate Muslim and Christian Employees' Religious Days Off

From a press release last month, just posted on Westlaw: N.C. Detective Agency, a Durham-based security company, will pay $65,231 in… The post $65K Settlements with EEOC Over Failure to Accommodate Muslim and Christian Employees' Religious Days Off appeared first on Reason Magazine.

Reason · Oct 17

The little-known 14th century battle that has shaped English, Scottish and French relations

On October 17, 1346, the battle of Neville’s Cross was fought outside Durham in the north-east of England. It was a decisive moment in Anglo-Scottish history that led to the capture of King David II of Scotland. Yet few have heard of it.

The Conversation · Oct 15

England suffer injury blow as key player ruled out of Sri Lanka ODI series

Adil Rashid has been ruled out of England’s one-day international serie s against Sri Lanka due to injury. The leg-spinner, 38, was part of England’s 2019 World Cup-winning team and has been a key part of the side for over a decade. He was initially ruled out of the opening…

The Independent UK · Sep 22

NHS Trust Admits 20 Women Had Unnecessary Mastectomies After Breast Cancer Failures

County Durham and Darlington NHS Trust admits 20 women had unnecessary mastectomies as reviews, police inquiries and calls for a public inquiry gather pace.

International Business Times UK · Sep 18

Twenty women had breasts removed unnecessarily during NHS cancer care

Patients among hundreds who suffered harm at County Durham and Darlington foundation trust’s breast unit

The Guardian - UK · Sep 18

Ruby Wax cancels live shows ‘due to circumstances outside of my control’

Her upcoming An Evening With Ruby Wax tour stops in Sheffield, Durham, Edinburgh and Kidderminster will no longer be going ahead.

Evening Standard · Sep 8

In 2022, Ontario's Durham Region used 400 tonnes of glass in a 3.6-km road pilot. 4 years later, it could reuse 240 tonnes of PET each year across Durham roads under its plan

Durham Region is testing recycled materials for road construction. Recycled glass and plastic will be used in a road rebuilding project. This pilot project compares new methods with conventional road building. Success could lead to widespread use of recycled waste in future road programs.

The Economic Times · Sep 8

North Carolina family hired a petting zoo for a party. Weeks later, guests were lining up for rabies shots: ‘Overwhelming situation’

The zoo has taken down its website and Facebook page.

We Got This Covered · Sep 6

England omit Brydon Carse again for third Test against Pakistan at Edgbaston

The Durham seamer was also dropped from the squad for the second Test after a late-night incident in a Derby bar last month

The Guardian - UK · Sep 2