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Teens Wowed By Queen’s Diamond Jubilee

By Robert Guthrie Reporter Youth Journalism International DUMFRIES, Scotland – With four days packed with fantastic Diamond Jubilee celebrations – including a massive pageant of ships on the River Thames, a star-studded concert at Buckingham Palace and much more – the United Kingdom marked the 60-year reign of Queen Elizabeth II. As the celebrations wound down, young people weighed in on the festivities. “It was spectacular, actually mind-blowing,” said Euan McIntosh, 16, of Moniaive, Scotland. “I watched the concert merely because Paul McCartney and Elton John were playing. I briefly saw the boat race but had other duties to attend to.” Fleur Robinson of Carrutherstown in Dumfries, Scotland, thoroughly enjoyed the jubilee and gave credit to Queen Elizabeth II. “I think it’s all been good because the queen does a lot for not just our country but … Read entire article »

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Teens Wowed By Queen’s Diamond Jubilee

By Robert Guthrie Reporter Youth Journalism International DUMFRIES, Scotland – With four days packed with fantastic Diamond Jubilee celebrations – including a massive pageant of ships on the River Thames, a star-studded concert at Buckingham Palace and much more – the United Kingdom marked the 60-year reign of Queen Elizabeth II. As the celebrations wound down, young people weighed in on the festivities. “It was spectacular, actually mind-blowing,” said Euan McIntosh, 16, of Moniaive, Scotland. “I watched the concert merely because Paul McCartney and Elton John were playing. I briefly saw the boat race but had other duties to attend to.” Fleur Robinson of Carrutherstown in Dumfries, Scotland, thoroughly enjoyed the jubilee and gave credit to Queen Elizabeth II. “I think it’s all been good because the queen does a lot for not just our country but … Read entire article »

Filed under: Diamond Jubilee, Dumfries, England, London, Queen Elizabeth II, Robert Guthrie, Scotland, United Kingdom

Teens Wowed By Queen’s Diamond Jubilee

Teens Wowed By Queen’s Diamond Jubilee

By Robert Guthrie Reporter Youth Journalism International DUMFRIES, Scotland – With four days packed with fantastic Diamond Jubilee celebrations – including a massive pageant of ships on the River Thames, a star-studded concert at Buckingham Palace and much more – the United Kingdom marked the 60-year reign of Queen Elizabeth II. As the celebrations wound down, young people weighed in on the festivities. “It was spectacular, actually mind-blowing,” said Euan McIntosh, 16, of Moniaive, Scotland. “I watched the concert merely … Read entire article »

Filed under: Diamond Jubilee, Dumfries, England, London, Queen Elizabeth II, Robert Guthrie, Scotland, United Kingdom

Teens Wowed By Queen’s Diamond Jubilee

By Robert Guthrie Reporter Youth Journalism International DUMFRIES, Scotland – With four days packed with fantastic Diamond Jubilee celebrations – including a massive pageant of ships on the River Thames, a star-studded concert at Buckingham Palace and much more – the United Kingdom marked the 60-year reign of Queen Elizabeth II. As the celebrations wound down, young people weighed in on the festivities. “It was spectacular, actually mind-blowing,” said Euan McIntosh, 16, of Moniaive, Scotland. “I watched the concert merely because Paul McCartney and Elton John were playing. I briefly saw the boat race but had other duties to attend to.” Fleur Robinson of Carrutherstown in Dumfries, Scotland, thoroughly enjoyed the jubilee and gave credit to Queen Elizabeth II. “I think it’s all been good because the queen does a lot for not just our country but … Read entire article »

Filed under: Diamond Jubilee, Dumfries, England, London, Queen Elizabeth II, Robert Guthrie, Scotland, United Kingdom

Teens Wowed By Queen’s Diamond Jubilee

By Robert Guthrie Reporter Youth Journalism International DUMFRIES, Scotland – With four days packed with fantastic Diamond Jubilee celebrations – including a massive pageant of ships on the River Thames, a star-studded concert at Buckingham Palace and much more – the United Kingdom marked the 60-year reign of Queen Elizabeth II. As the celebrations wound down, young people weighed in on the festivities. “It was spectacular, actually mind-blowing,” said Euan McIntosh, 16, of Moniaive, Scotland. “I watched the concert merely because Paul McCartney and Elton John were playing. I briefly saw the boat race but had other duties to attend to.” Fleur Robinson of Carrutherstown in Dumfries, Scotland, thoroughly enjoyed the jubilee and gave credit to Queen Elizabeth II. “I think it’s all been good because the queen does a lot for not just our country but … Read entire article »

Filed under: Diamond Jubilee, Dumfries, England, London, Queen Elizabeth II, Robert Guthrie, Scotland, United Kingdom

Wisconsin Dems At Wit’s End Over Walker

By Eli Winter Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HOUSTON, Texas, U.S.A. – After infuriating Wisconsin Democrats with his budget proposal – which would save millions of dollars by eliminating almost all union rights for public workers – Gov. Scott Walker has them tearing their hair out by keeping his job. Walker defeated a recall vote in a rare election Tuesday that was sought by Democrats and labor unions who wanted to prematurely end his tenure. Walker has had more happen to him in two dinky little years as governor than most politicians have happen to them in a lifetime. He helped put an end to Wisconsin inmates leaving prison on good behavior. He angered many state residents by proposing a budget repair bill that would effectively reduce civil servants’ salaries and eliminate almost all of their collective … Read entire article »

Filed under: Eli Winter, governor, Houston, Milwaukee, politics, recall, Scott Walker, Texas, Tom Barrett, Wisconsin

Wisconsin Dems At Wit’s End Over Walker

By Eli Winter Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HOUSTON, Texas, U.S.A. – After infuriating Wisconsin Democrats with his budget proposal – which would save millions of dollars by eliminating almost all union rights for public workers – Gov. Scott Walker has them tearing their hair out by keeping his job. Walker defeated a recall vote in a rare election Tuesday that was sought by Democrats and labor unions who wanted to prematurely end his tenure. Walker has had more happen to him in two dinky little years as governor than most politicians have happen to them in a lifetime. He helped put an end to Wisconsin inmates leaving prison on good behavior. He angered many state residents by proposing a budget repair bill that would effectively reduce civil servants’ salaries and eliminate almost all of their collective … Read entire article »

Filed under: Eli Winter, governor, Houston, Milwaukee, politics, recall, Scott Walker, Texas, Tom Barrett, Wisconsin

Wisconsin Dems At Wit’s End Over Walker

Wisconsin Dems At Wit’s End Over Walker

By Eli Winter Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HOUSTON, Texas, U.S.A. – After infuriating Wisconsin Democrats with his budget proposal – which would save millions of dollars by eliminating almost all union rights for public workers – Gov. Scott Walker has them tearing their hair out by keeping his job. Walker defeated a recall vote in a rare election Tuesday that was sought by Democrats and labor unions who wanted to prematurely end his tenure. Walker has had more happen to … Read entire article »

Filed under: Eli Winter, governor, Houston, Milwaukee, politics, recall, Scott Walker, Texas, Tom Barrett, Wisconsin

Wisconsin Dems At Wit’s End Over Walker

By Eli Winter Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HOUSTON, Texas, U.S.A. – After infuriating Wisconsin Democrats with his budget proposal – which would save millions of dollars by eliminating almost all union rights for public workers – Gov. Scott Walker has them tearing their hair out by keeping his job. Walker defeated a recall vote in a rare election Tuesday that was sought by Democrats and labor unions who wanted to prematurely end his tenure. Walker has had more happen to him in two dinky little years as governor than most politicians have happen to them in a lifetime. He helped put an end to Wisconsin inmates leaving prison on good behavior. He angered many state residents by proposing a budget repair bill that would effectively reduce civil servants’ salaries and eliminate almost all of their collective … Read entire article »

Filed under: Eli Winter, governor, Houston, Milwaukee, politics, recall, Scott Walker, Texas, Tom Barrett, Wisconsin

Wisconsin Dems At Wit’s End Over Walker

By Eli Winter Junior Reporter Youth Journalism International HOUSTON, Texas, U.S.A. – After infuriating Wisconsin Democrats with his budget proposal – which would save millions of dollars by eliminating almost all union rights for public workers – Gov. Scott Walker has them tearing their hair out by keeping his job. Walker defeated a recall vote in a rare election Tuesday that was sought by Democrats and labor unions who wanted to prematurely end his tenure. Walker has had more happen to him in two dinky little years as governor than most politicians have happen to them in a lifetime. He helped put an end to Wisconsin inmates leaving prison on good behavior. He angered many state residents by proposing a budget repair bill that would effectively reduce civil servants’ salaries and eliminate almost all of their collective … Read entire article »

Filed under: Eli Winter, governor, Houston, Milwaukee, politics, recall, Scott Walker, Texas, Tom Barrett, Wisconsin