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The daily rundown Between Tuesday and Wednesday, the number of Florida coronavirus cases increased by 5,885 (nearly 0.3 percent), to 2,096,747; active hospitalizations increased 26 (nearly 0.9 percent), to 3,045; deaths of Florida residents rose by 42 (0.1 percent), to 33,822; 6,630,107 Floridians have received at least one dose of a vaccine.
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Perfumed products designed specially to soothe replaced concoctions made from donkey s genitals at the start of a booming new market for male cosmetics in Georgian Britain, research shows.
Before the 18th century the only options for men with sore skin after shaving were either unappealing-sounding recipes made from animal parts or foodstuff or occasional oils or lotions slapped on by the barber.
Changing fashions and a growing focus on men s appearance and personal grooming meant a whole new market of razors and grooming products became available to buy.
In the early modern period shaving wounds and rashes were treated by a barber or barber-surgeon. The turn of the eighteenth century, however, saw the beginnings of a commercial market which allowed men, as well as barbers, to be potential consumers, a new book by historian Dr Alun Withey from the University shows.
Readers praised the work of Julie Carruthers and her staff who have gone above and beyond to maintain a family business during the pandemic. Fearon Flowers, based on Harrington Road, Workington has made headlines for the staff’s resilience during a difficult time for independent family businesses. Julie’s customers were not surprised to hear that she and her staff have gone above and beyond. Sharon Wright said: “Well done, Julie your fantastic staff and family.” Elvera Waters said: “Well done Julie and staff.” Elizabeth Hirst said: “Well done Julie.” Graham Johnston said: “Well done and congratulations.” Susan Jordan said: “Fab, well done you.”