Newsweek has crowned this week s "Pet of the Week" from readers submissions of their own adorable four-legged friends, including one cat named Mr. Stinky.
Fortune was kind to Barrow Carnival in 1998 as the sun came out right on cue to shine down brilliantly on a wonderful parade. After early heavy morning rain, Barrovians turned out in their thousands to line the sun-kissed streets to watch a mile-long procession, full of colour and excitement. SMILES: Two spectators - both called Rachel - enjoy the fun in 1998 Barrow Carnival in 1998 was masterminded by the Rotary Club of Furness, which had taken over organisation from Barrow Round Table. Heading the colourful extravaganza was the royal float carrying carnival queen Victoria Smith, who looked beautiful in a lovely white satin gown and blue sash. She had been crowned earlier during a ceremony in the mayor of Barrows parlour.