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_pearly-king-who-inspired-del-boy-campaigns-to-keep-cockney-tradition-alive.jpg "One of the last remaining 'Pearly Kings' who was the inspiration behind Del Boy is fighting to keep the Cockney tradition alive - saying there are only around 12 left.<br/><br/>George Major, 86, who was crowned The Pearly King of Peckham more than 65 years ago, said there were once more than 400 like him.<br/><br/>But he says he is now only one of around a dozen left carrying the torch. <br/><br/>He still wears his original pearls with pride to welcome visitors six days a week at the world's only Cockney museum that he set up four years ago.<br/><br/>But he said the younger generation were shying away from the east end Victorian tradition - and it was now in grave danger of dying out for good.<br/><br/>And launching his new campaign to 'save the pearlies' he said it was vital more awareness of its history and meaning was passed down.<br/><br/>George grew up working on the market in the south-London suburb from the age of four and was such a major inspiration behind the classic sitcom Only Fools and Horses he was named “Del Boy the First”. <br/><br/>He recalls being followed at the time by the show's writer John Sullivan while he worked as a costermonger with 'Granddad Fred' and a 'lanky bloke' they called the 'plonker.'<br/><br/>The similarities don't end there - with multiple tales of his exploits being used on the show. <br/><br/>He famously once sold 'Cockney smog' - milk bottles filled with exhaust fumes - to American tourists - that's believed to be the inspiration behind the famous 'Peckham Spring' episode.<br/><br/>He was crowned the Pearly King of Peckham aged 20 - and has been collecting items ever since.<br/><br/>George now spends his days showing visitors around his museum near Epsom, Surrey, and taking his cheerful pearly way to groups, events and nursing homes - but said he was sad schools no longer invited him in for talks.<br/><br/>He said: “In 1930 there were around 400 genuine pearlies but now there are only about a dozen or so of us left.<br/><br/>“The museum helps to keep the Pearly tradition alive by teaching new generations about it.<br/><br/>\")
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_space-rock-slammed-into-moon-the-explosion-was-seen-from-japan.jpg "Daichi Fujii from the Hiratsuka City Museum in Japan captured a meteor impact the moon with multiple telescopes. <br/><br/>Credit: Daichi Fujii (Hiratsuka City Museum) | edited by Space.com's Steve Spaleta<br/>Music: Shifting Angles by Experia / courtesy of Epidemic Sound")
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_former-post-office-executive-arrives-at-inquiry.jpg "Former Post Office boss Angela van den Bogerd has arrived at the Post Office inquiry on her second day of giving evidence. Ms van den Bogerd, who held numerous positions at the Post Office during her 35-year career, opened her evidence yesterday by saying she is \")
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_south-australian-museum-restructure-on-hold-as-state-government-launches-rapid-review.jpg "The government has intervened in a controversial plan to re-structure the South Australia Museum, putting the process on hold, while a ‘rapid review’ is undertaken. Earlier this year, the Museum’s management launched what it called a ‘re-imagining’, pledging to transform the ageing galleries into ‘a contemporary experience’. But the proposal changes have received a huge public outcry, with claims the reforms to the research division will cause the institution to ‘wither and die’.")
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_unforeseen-advice-on-the-latest-episode-of-abcs-not-dead-yet.jpg "Get ready for a wild journey with the uproarious 'Unforeseen Advice' clip from Season 2 Episode 9 of Not Dead Yet! Join the stellar cast including Gina Rodriguez and Brad Garrett as they deliver laughs and chaos galore. Don't miss out - stream the fun-filled mayhem now on ABC!<br/><br/>Not Dead Yet Cast:<br/><br/>Gina Rodriguez, Joshua Banday, Brad Garrett, Angela Gibbs, Lauren Ash, Hannah Simone, Rick Glassman, Ren Hanami and Valory Pierce<br/><br/>Stream Not Dead Yet now on ABC and Hulu!")
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_sneak-peek-at-the-upcoming-episode-of-abcs-not-dead-yet.jpg "Get ready for a laughter-packed episode with a sneak peek into the hilarious world of ABC's comedy series, Not Dead Yet, Season 2 Episode 9! Join the vibrant ensemble cast, featuring the comedic talents of Gina Rodriguez, Lauren Ash, Rick Glassman and more, as they bring to life the quirks and antics of their unforgettable characters. Tune in to ABC to catch all the uproarious moments as Not Dead Yet continues to deliver laughs that'll leave you wanting more. Don't miss out on the fun – stream Not Dead Yet now on ABC!<br/><br/>Not Dead Yet Cast:<br/><br/>Gina Rodriguez, Joshua Banday, Brad Garrett, Angela Gibbs, Lauren Ash, Hannah Simone, Rick Glassman, Ren Hanami and Valory Pierce<br/><br/>Stream Not Dead Yet now on ABC and Hulu!")
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_pearly-king-who-inspired-del-boy-campaigns-to-keep-cockney-tradition-alive.webp "One of the last remaining 'Pearly Kings' who was the inspiration behind Del Boy is fighting to keep the Cockney tradition alive - saying there are only around 12 left.<br/><br/>George Major, 86, who was crowned The Pearly King of Peckham more than 65 years ago, said there were once more than 400 like him.<br/><br/>But he says he is now only one of around a dozen left carrying the torch. <br/><br/>He still wears his original pearls with pride to welcome visitors six days a week at the world's only Cockney museum that he set up four years ago.<br/><br/>But he said the younger generation were shying away from the east end Victorian tradition - and it was now in grave danger of dying out for good.<br/><br/>And launching his new campaign to 'save the pearlies' he said it was vital more awareness of its history and meaning was passed down.<br/><br/>George grew up working on the market in the south-London suburb from the age of four and was such a major inspiration behind the classic sitcom Only Fools and Horses he was named “Del Boy the First”. <br/><br/>He recalls being followed at the time by the show's writer John Sullivan while he worked as a costermonger with 'Granddad Fred' and a 'lanky bloke' they called the 'plonker.'<br/><br/>The similarities don't end there - with multiple tales of his exploits being used on the show. <br/><br/>He famously once sold 'Cockney smog' - milk bottles filled with exhaust fumes - to American tourists - that's believed to be the inspiration behind the famous 'Peckham Spring' episode.<br/><br/>He was crowned the Pearly King of Peckham aged 20 - and has been collecting items ever since.<br/><br/>George now spends his days showing visitors around his museum near Epsom, Surrey, and taking his cheerful pearly way to groups, events and nursing homes - but said he was sad schools no longer invited him in for talks.<br/><br/>He said: “In 1930 there were around 400 genuine pearlies but now there are only about a dozen or so of us left.<br/><br/>“The museum helps to keep the Pearly tradition alive by teaching new generations about it.<br/><br/>\")
_whats-happening-at-canning-dock.webp "Ambitious plans for Canning Dock")
_howling-havoc-on-the-latest-episode-of-abcs-not-dead-yet.webp "Embark on a riotous ride with the 'Howling Havoc' clip from Not Dead Yet Season 2 Episode 9! Featuring the talented cast including Gina Rodriguez, Rick Glassman and more. Catch the laughs and chaos streaming now on ABC!<br/><br/>Not Dead Yet Cast:<br/><br/>Gina Rodriguez, Joshua Banday, Brad Garrett, Angela Gibbs, Lauren Ash, Hannah Simone, Rick Glassman, Ren Hanami and Valory Pierce<br/><br/>Stream Not Dead Yet now on ABC and Hulu!")
_space-rock-slammed-into-moon-the-explosion-was-seen-from-japan.webp "Daichi Fujii from the Hiratsuka City Museum in Japan captured a meteor impact the moon with multiple telescopes. <br/><br/>Credit: Daichi Fujii (Hiratsuka City Museum) | edited by Space.com's Steve Spaleta<br/>Music: Shifting Angles by Experia / courtesy of Epidemic Sound")
_former-post-office-executive-arrives-at-inquiry.webp "Former Post Office boss Angela van den Bogerd has arrived at the Post Office inquiry on her second day of giving evidence. Ms van den Bogerd, who held numerous positions at the Post Office during her 35-year career, opened her evidence yesterday by saying she is \")
_south-australian-museum-restructure-on-hold-as-state-government-launches-rapid-review.webp "The government has intervened in a controversial plan to re-structure the South Australia Museum, putting the process on hold, while a ‘rapid review’ is undertaken. Earlier this year, the Museum’s management launched what it called a ‘re-imagining’, pledging to transform the ageing galleries into ‘a contemporary experience’. But the proposal changes have received a huge public outcry, with claims the reforms to the research division will cause the institution to ‘wither and die’.")
_unforeseen-advice-on-the-latest-episode-of-abcs-not-dead-yet.webp "Get ready for a wild journey with the uproarious 'Unforeseen Advice' clip from Season 2 Episode 9 of Not Dead Yet! Join the stellar cast including Gina Rodriguez and Brad Garrett as they deliver laughs and chaos galore. Don't miss out - stream the fun-filled mayhem now on ABC!<br/><br/>Not Dead Yet Cast:<br/><br/>Gina Rodriguez, Joshua Banday, Brad Garrett, Angela Gibbs, Lauren Ash, Hannah Simone, Rick Glassman, Ren Hanami and Valory Pierce<br/><br/>Stream Not Dead Yet now on ABC and Hulu!")
_sneak-peek-at-the-upcoming-episode-of-abcs-not-dead-yet.webp "Get ready for a laughter-packed episode with a sneak peek into the hilarious world of ABC's comedy series, Not Dead Yet, Season 2 Episode 9! Join the vibrant ensemble cast, featuring the comedic talents of Gina Rodriguez, Lauren Ash, Rick Glassman and more, as they bring to life the quirks and antics of their unforgettable characters. Tune in to ABC to catch all the uproarious moments as Not Dead Yet continues to deliver laughs that'll leave you wanting more. Don't miss out on the fun – stream Not Dead Yet now on ABC!<br/><br/>Not Dead Yet Cast:<br/><br/>Gina Rodriguez, Joshua Banday, Brad Garrett, Angela Gibbs, Lauren Ash, Hannah Simone, Rick Glassman, Ren Hanami and Valory Pierce<br/><br/>Stream Not Dead Yet now on ABC and Hulu!")
_ripley-movie---reviews---netflix.webp "The reviews are in. Critics are calling Ripley \")
_alternatibo-sa-malls-indoor-water-facility-indoor-amusement-park-at-mga-museum-124-24-oras.webp "Weekend na naman bukas mga Kapuso! Sa mga gustong magpalamig sa gitna ng tag-init saan pa kaya pwedeng mamasyal?<br/><br/><br/>24 Oras is GMA Network’s flagship newscast, anchored by Mel Tiangco, Vicky Morales and Emil Sumangil. It airs on GMA-7 Mondays to Fridays at 6:30 PM (PHL Time) and on weekends at 5:30 PM. For more videos from 24 Oras, visit http://www.gmanews.tv/24oras.<br/><br/>#GMAIntegratedNews #KapusoStream<br/><br/>Breaking news and stories from the Philippines and abroad:<br/>GMA Integrated News Portal: http://www.gmanews.tv<br/>Facebook: http://www.facebook.com/gmanews<br/>TikTok: https://www.tiktok.com/@gmanews<br/>Twitter: http://www.twitter.com/gmanews<br/>Instagram: http://www.instagram.com/gmanews<br/><br/>GMA Network Kapuso programs on GMA Pinoy TV: https://gmapinoytv.com/subscribe")
_top-10-rom-com-lines-we-use-all-the-time.webp "We'll never fall out of love with these romcom lines. Welcome to MsMojo, and today we’re counting down our picks of timeless quotes from romantic comedies that we love to whip out.")
_a-nigerian-museum-turns-waste-into-art.webp "A museum in Nigeria is attracting visitors with decoration and works of art made from upcycled materials. The museum wants to encourage recycling to protect the environment and teach young people how to live more sustainably.")
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