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Lost in translation

14 July 2012 by Admin
Lost in translation

The Welsh translation on this well-publicised sign in Swansea reads: “I am not in the office at the moment. Send any work to be translated”. This was an automated reply to the request for the translation, but was taken as the words that were needed.

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Peeking dog

14 July 2012 by Admin
Peeking dog

The must-have pet accessory for nosey dogs everywhere. Visit www.petpeek.info. Yes, there really is a website dedicated to this product!

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Mind the gap

13 July 2012 by Admin
Mind the gap

An intriguing juxtaposition of door, balcony and railway line. Let’s hope there’s permanent signalling problems upstream somewhere.

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