The Bank of England will replace historical figures on banknotes with UK wildlife, citing a study that found figures like Churchill, Turing, and Austen were 'elitist and divisive'. The decision, influenced by concerns over colonialism and inclusivity, has sparked accusations of 'erasing British history'.
Eighteen British animals, birds, and insects have been shortlisted for new Bank of England banknotes, with the public invited to vote for their favorites. The move to replace historical figures like Winston Churchill with wildlife has drawn political criticism.
Eighteen British animals, birds, and insects have been shortlisted for new Bank of England banknotes, with the public invited to vote for their favorites. The move to replace historical figures with wildlife has drawn criticism from some political leaders.
The Bank of England has shortlisted wildlife, including puffins, dolphins, and bumblebees, for new banknotes. The decision has sparked controversy, with some politicians criticizing the move, though the Bank cites anti-counterfeiting measures and celebrating UK wildlife. Public voting is open until July 3rd.
The Bank of England is seeking public input on replacing historical figures on UK banknotes with native wildlife. A shortlist of 18 animals, including puffins, red foxes, and kingfishers, is open for public vote until July 3, with the final decision resting with the Bank's governor.
An investigation in Naples, Italy, has uncovered a criminal network selling counterfeit banknotes via Telegram, using Bitcoin for payment and e-commerce-like logistics. 12 arrests were made, with 61 individuals reported, and assets worth over €536,000 seized.
Carabinieri in Naples have dismantled a criminal group selling counterfeit banknotes of various denominations via a Telegram channel called 'Elreal Shop'. Payments were made exclusively in Bitcoin, with 12 individuals facing precautionary measures.
11th century China pioneered the world's first paper money, jiaozi and huizi, transitioning from metal coins to state-backed fiat currency, centuries ahead of the Western world.
Two victims of the Wang Fuk Court inferno dug through the ashes of their home, only to each discover about HK$100,000 (US$12,800) in charred banknotes, just two of many such finds as residents returned to the fire-damaged Hong Kong estate on Thursday. On the same day, several local storage companies offered free services to affected residents as a show of compassion and solidarity. Thursday marked the second day that residents of Tai Po’s Wang Tai House, one of the seven blocks severely damaged...
It is a crime to deface banknotes, but these rare wartime notes covered in scribbles cause excitement whenever they appear.
