Much has been written about crape murder and the practice of “topping” trees. Unfortunately, at this time of year, the work of tree hackers, both professional and layman, is evident just about everywhere in the community.Over the course of the past year and a half, I’ve fielded a few questions about pruning. More recently, I advised a writer against “topping” a maple next to her house. And this week, a reader asked about the practice of “pollarding” and how this differs from topping.“Topping” is the removal of a terminal shoot back to a point where there is no lateral branch to take over the terminal role in the plant’s architecture. In addition to ruining plant aesthetics, the practice of topping can lead to health issues like nutrient stress, sun damage, insect and disease attacks. At the very best, the result is an odd-looking, high-maintenance tree that requires yearly pruning.Reduction cutting, drop-crouching and thinning … [Read more...] about Gardening Q & A: We know about crape murder, but what about pollarding and coppicing?
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Relative of burglar ‘killed by OAP’ is ANGRY pensioner Richard Osborn-Brooks is on bail
THE family of a burglar knifed to death in a botched raid are angry the OAP arrested over his murder is on bail. Career criminal Henry Vincent was fatally stabbed after struggling with 78-year-old Richard Osborn-Brooks during the botched burglary in Hither Green, South East London, this week. Mr Osborn-Brooks was arrested on suspicion of murder sparking national fury amid claims he was "simply defending his home to intruders". He has since been released on bail but Vincent's family - who have a history of violence and convictions - are furious. Speaking to BBC South East Today, a relative - claiming to be his cousin - said she was angry he had been freed by cops. She added: "I don't know what happened in that home but all I do know is my cousin is dead today. Moment paramedics try to revive burglar 'stabbed by OAP' as he lay dying in street after bungled raid "The Henry I know, he was a such a lovely person. "It's probably something that just went wrong. But he … [Read more...] about Relative of burglar ‘killed by OAP’ is ANGRY pensioner Richard Osborn-Brooks is on bail
Sickening rant by relative of burglar ‘killed by OAP Richard Osborn-Brooks’ as it’s revealed career criminal family stole veteran’s war medals
A RELATIVE of the career criminal who died during a raid on an OAP's home launched into a sickening rant about his elderly victims, it emerged today. The family member wrote 'the old b*****ds deserve everything they get' and 'an OAP keeps ur bank balance at bay' as it emerged Henry Vincent had targeted a string of OAPS to scam and burgle. Vincent, 38, collapsed and died after a struggle with 78-year-old Richard Osborn-Brooks in Hither Green this week, sparking a fierce public backlash against the police for arresting the OAP. The sickening Facebook posts were made after two of Vincent's cousins, William and Amos Vincent, were jailed for the theft of a war hero's medals. Bill Vincent wrote: "The old b*****ds deserve everything they get. "So stupid handing over thousands upon thousands. An OAP a day will keep ur bank balance at bay. "Got to love the old c***s." Scene at Hither Green as homeowner, 78, is arrested after ‘burglar’ stabbed to death with … [Read more...] about Sickening rant by relative of burglar ‘killed by OAP Richard Osborn-Brooks’ as it’s revealed career criminal family stole veteran’s war medals
Join The Sun to demand an end to murder probe into hero OAP Richard Osborn-Brooks, accused of stabbing serial burglar
THE Sun today calls on its readers to demand the murder investigation into pensioner Richard Osborn-Brooks is dropped. Our petition is being launched as we reveal the man he allegedly stabbed to death is a career criminal who targets elderly people. Prolific thief Henry Vincent, 37, carried out a spate of break-ins on the homes of vulnerable victims. Vincent was arrested and still under investigation over a distraction burglary in which a box of jewellery was stolen from a man in his 70s last November. He was named by Kent cops in connection with that crime along with an accomplice who was also allegedly with him when he broke into the home of retired RAC worker Mr Osborn-Brooks. The pensioner was arrested on suspicion of Vincent’s murder and released on police bail yesterday. Mr Osborn-Brooks faces a wait of up to 28 days before he learns whether he will be charged. But The Sun today urges our … [Read more...] about Join The Sun to demand an end to murder probe into hero OAP Richard Osborn-Brooks, accused of stabbing serial burglar
Routine MRI ruins a woman’s life by making her so sensitive to sound that she can’t go out in public
Wednesday, March 28, 2018 by: Zoey Sky Tags: amplified hearing, badmedicine, Dangerous Medicine, ear damage, ear problems, hearing, hearing problems, hyperacusis, Magnetic resonance imaging, MRI, sound sensitivity, tinnitus (Natural News) When a healthcare professional suggests that you need an MRI, try to get a second opinion first. If something goes wrong during the procedure, you might develop hearing conditions like hyperacusis and tinnitus. For example, Kathy McCain had no idea that she would go through a life-changing experience following what should have been a standard MRI procedure for her lower back pain. Despite the earplugs and protective earmuffs that she wore during the MRI “to dull the jarringly loud noise of the machine,” Kathy felt unwell after the procedure. After the MRI, Kathy’s ears were sore and ringing loudly. She told her husband, Rod, that she also felt a “searing pain” down her neck. Once outside, … [Read more...] about Routine MRI ruins a woman’s life by making her so sensitive to sound that she can’t go out in public