Winton in need of a traders’ association
One of UK’s best performing markets, Winton, does not have an active traders' association. Prasanth Aby Thomas finds that shop owners in Winton have mixed opinions on the need for one.
Weymouth cleans up its graffiti
Prasanth Aby Thomas looks at the project to fight graffiti in Weymouth. Offenders will be made to clean up the graffiti as part of the 'Wipe Out' campaign.
North Korean rocket plan sparks debate
The North Korean Government has announced its plan to launch a long-range rocket next month. Even though they assert that the intention is to place an earth observation satellite in orbit, the international community finds it hard to accept. Prasanth Aby Thomas reports.
Dorset gets in touch with its roots
The Dorset Family History Society is offering research advice at Poole Central Library from today until Thursday and at Hamworthy Library on Wednesday and Friday. The programme is part of the Poole's Local and Family History Week that begins today. Prasanth Aby Thomas went down there to see how Dorset was getting in touch with its roots.
The fight for a free Tibet: Storify
Tibetan resistance against Chinese authorities have increased in recent times. Access to the region is restricted for most mainstream media. Much of the international social networking sites are banned in the region as well. Prasanth Aby Thomas A look at the range of protests through social media.
The price of marriage
In the last 10 years, the cost of getting married has more than doubled. There are plenty of choices now. When 100-odd exhibitors showcased some of the best ways for brides and grooms to splash out on their big day at the BIC Wedding Show 2012 in Bournemouth, the Breaker was there to cover it. An interactive feature by Andria Archontides, Ashley Crowson, Laura Curtis and Prasanth Aby Thomas.
Men at work!
Roadworks are frustrating for commuters. Waiting annoys us, and rarely do we think of the worker on the road with anything but irritation. At a time when Bournemouth is seeing multiple traffic blocks, Prasanth Aby Thomas records the day in the life of road workers. A photo gallery.
Dorset writer expects Indie publishing explosion
Indie publishing has increasingly received attention in the recent times. Amateur writers are find it easier to get their work published this way especially in the digital format. However, not everyone thinks this is a good idea.
Phone scams continue to plague Taiwan
Phone scams are common in Taiwan. But recent arrests made there show that it's an international issue, affecting most of the South East Asian countries. Nations in the region are seeking greater cooperation in order to find a solution. Prasanth Aby Thomas reports.