As England´s EURO 2012 football campaign kicks off, many Brits, at home and abroad will be spending their afternoons and evenings glued to their television sets, or following the competition at the pub over a pint or two with friends. An outlet for emotions, the most dedicated of supporters will undoubtedly experience a range of emotions whilst watching the matches – joy, disappointment, nerves, excitement - on the whole in good sport. However, there is a darker side to the game,...
2012 marks the diamond anniversary of the coronation of Queen Elizabeth II. She has reined over the 16 sovereign states known as the Commonwealth realms for the past 60 years. Elizabeth Alexandra Mary came to the throne in 1952 after the death of her father King George VI. When she was born Elizabeth was third in line to the throne and was never expected to become Queen. However, when her Uncle Edward VIII abdicated in order to marry his divorced American girlfriend, her father became King and...