04 Jul, 2025
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Inside Wimbledon’s Grandeur: 12,000 Petunias, 66,000 Balls, and 2.5 Million Strawberries Prepared Behind the Scenes

Behind the Scenes at Wimbledon: A Glimpse Into the Tournament’s Obsessive Precision As the All England Club buzzes with final preparations for Wimbledon, every detail—from moss removal between paving stones to freshly varnished railings—reflects the meticulous care behind the world’s most iconic tennis tournament. Operations manager Michelle Dite sums it up: “We’re like swans. Serene […]

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Jumbo Strawberries Hit UK Supermarkets After Warm, Dry Spring

Giant Strawberries Hit UK Shelves Thanks to Perfect Spring Weather [Image: Close-up of oversized strawberries in a basket, with a field in the background] Britons are seeing strawberries of extraordinary size in supermarkets this summer, with some fruits nearly double their usual weight. Experts credit the "perfect" spring weather—warm, sunny days and cool nights—for creating […]