7. In early 2015, law enforcers in New York City announced that they had heard of no murders for twelve days. This was the longest period since the 1990s. It’s extraordinary that we live in a world where this is an achievement.
8. Fraud occurring within an organisation is called corporate fraud. The most notorious case in recent history involves the American firm Enron, which was once the sixth largest energy company in the world. It unlawfully overstated its earnings and went bankrupt in 2001. The firm’s executives were taken to court for fraud and money laundering. Many of its workers lost their life savings and pensions.
9. The number one water sport in Cornwall is surfing. You can find resources online to help you learn techniques. It’s also important to check the weather forecast report before you go. When you’re taking a break from surfing, then why not take a course in the Cornish language. It was certified as a minority language by the authorities in 2002, and it’s taught in some primary schools. Approximately 550 people declare Cornish to be their main language.
