A senior lecturer in Persian Studies at St Andrews University confirmed the translation to Metro. Narguess Farzad, a senior lecturer in the same subject at SOAS University in London, translated the verse: “Better than we all of us lay down our lives, than surrender our country to the foe.”

The rebrand affects the Black A Moor Inn at Bridge Hewick near Ripon Racecourse, a former coaching inn, which will become the Furlong and Furrow.

Laura Davis and James Campbell, who until this year managed the 16th Century Malt Shovel at Brearton, between Ripon and Knaresborough, have now explained their decision.

They posted on Facebook: “The name change is simply because in today’s era, some would feel the name a little insensitive due to its relations to the slave trade and European artistic trope from the sixteenth to the eighteen centuries.

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“We want our venue to be inclusive to all and to carry no unwelcomed bad relations to racism. Whilst we totally respect the history behind it, we hope that the public will understand our reasonings for this in today’s modern era.”

After questioning, the couple further explained using a description from Google.

“Black-a-moor” is an archaic, offensive term for a Black person, often labelled as a racial slur in modern dictionaries. Historically used to describe people of African origin in Tudor England, the term’s derogatory nature led to its ban in contexts like competitive Scrabble. Pubs with this name often face scrutiny for perpetuating historical racism.”

The couple added: “We’d like to avoid any associations with this for the future so we’ve chosen a name that we feel compliments its location close to the racecourse and it’s relations to farming and agriculture. We hope that the public will understand our reasonings.”

Earlier, Laura and James explained why they took over the former Black A Moor Inn, which closed on Sunday, with plans for a ‘soft re-opening’ on May 15.

They said: “Part of the reason we fell in love with the Black A Moor, is because of its stunning historical features and it’s traditional rustic charm. We promise we will be leaving that well alone and keeping it as a traditional pub and eatery.”

“The pub exterior will go back to its original historical heritage, in line with the beautiful buildings in Ripon’s historic market town. So we’ve opted for an off white with black window detail. Look out for this, is going to look stunning!

“The inside will carry its charming historical features with a good clean and freshen up. We hope to bring traditional elegance to the venue with space for both diners and a place to enjoy a good local ale.

“Initially we won’t be letting the rooms. We have plans to upgrade these to a charming boutique style incorporating local culture and character. But this is a work in progress.”

“Customers in the meantime, can expect Gastro seasonal dining. Our menus and website will be available in early May.”

“We promise to do the Black A Moor proud and look forward to new beginnings and welcoming Ripon and beyond to the Furlong and Furrow.”

Its former owner Callum Burnet is to take over the Old Red House Pub in Thirsk, which is currently closed, but he posted is due to re-open in June.

The Corinthians: We Were The Champions will be shown at The Light cinema on Thursday, April 30, with a special VIP event featuring a green, football-themed carpet, a post-film Q&A, and appearances by former players, the director, and guests.

The screening follows a successful earlier run in Bolton, where the film prompted what organisers described as an “outpouring of pride” for the team’s founder, Percy Ashley, and his daughter Doris.

Filmmakers said the reaction was sparked in part by local coverage in The Bolton News celebrating the pair’s Bolton roots, which led them to organise a return event focused on their legacy.

Directed by Helen Tither of Manchester-based production company Films Not Words, the documentary tells the story of Corinthians Ladies FC, a team formed in 1949 at a time when women’s football was banned by The Football Association.

The pic of the team in Portugal has Percy centre, Doris is front row centre, blond hair and white top with the ball. (Image: Films Not Words)

Despite the ban, which ran from 1921 to 1971, Percy Ashley – a former Bolton Wanderers scout – established the team so his daughter Doris could play, going on to train a squad that achieved major success both in the UK and abroad.

The team later beat Germany to win an unofficial European Cup in 1957 and defeated Juventus in 1970, and has since been described by the National Football Museum as one of the most successful women’s teams the country has seen.

Ms Tither said the response in Bolton had been particularly significant.

“We were really blown away by the response to the film in Bolton and how proud people were to have this Boltonian legend at the centre of the film,” she said.

“On the day our film has its first national screenings, we wanted to make the Bolton event extra special.

“Percy Ashley was what we would call a true ‘male ally’ these days.

“He founded a women’s football team against all odds, defying the establishment to help his amazing footballer daughter, Doris, play the game she loved.

“Today they are recognised as one of the greatest women’s football teams this country has ever had.

“Unfortunately, Percy and Doris never lived to see the historic apology their story has sparked from The FA, but we want to keep the memory of his contribution alive.”

She added the Bolton event would be “a real celebration”, with behind-the-scenes stories and previously untold memories shared during the Q&A..

Corinthians Ladies FC on tour at sporting Lisbon 1958 Portugal (Image: Films Not Words)

The film, told entirely in the words of 10 surviving players including Myra Lypnyckyj, Anne Grimes, Pauline Hulme, Marlene Cook, Freda Ashton, Monica Curran, Margaret ‘Whit’ Whitworth, Jean Wilson, Jan Lyons and Margaret ‘Tiny’ Shepherd, combines archive footage, animation and a punk-inspired soundtrack to bring their story to life.

It has also drawn national attention for its role in prompting an apology from The Football Association for the historic ban on women’s football, after early screenings at HOME in Manchester led to a public campaign backed by Greater Manchester Mayor Andy Burnham.

In a statement, the FA said: “Manchester Corinthians Ladies FC were pioneers of women’s football.

Through their unwavering spirit, talent and determination, they blazed a trail for women’s football around the world.

“We are sorry that a ban on women’s football was introduced in 1921 and not revoked until 1971.

“We recognise the courage of the teams and individuals who continued to play the game during this period.”

Early Corinthians Ladies FC team pic, 1958 (Image: Films not Words)

The documentary has won Best of The Fest (Feature) at NEIFF and Best Documentary at the Northampton Film Festival, and had its London premiere at the Women in Film & TV Festival in Covent Garden.

Supported by the National Football Museum and backed by England and Manchester United player Ella Toone, the project was funded through crowdfunding, along with sponsorship from BT Group and Tech Mahindra.

The Bolton screening will also mark the film’s first nationwide release, with showings planned at 14 Light cinemas across the country.

Tickets for the Bolton event are available via The Light cinema website.

The teenagers were last seen on Hambleton Way in Chilton, just before 4pm on Sunday afternoon (April 26). It is understood they had visited the Thinford McDonald’s prior.

The pair have not been seen since, and police yesterday (Monday, April 27) urged anyone with information to call 999.

Rebecca, 15, is described as 5ft 7in tall with brown shoulder-length hair. She was last seen wearing a blue zip up hoodie, black leggings and black Nike trainers.

Rebecca, 15 (Image: DURHAM POLICE)

Rebecca, 15 (Image: DURHAM POLICE)

Brodie, 16, is described as 5ft tall with long dark hair which is dyed dark red. She was last seen wearing a black coat with white strips on the side, blue jeans and white Nike trainers with blue detail.

Brodie, 16, (Image: DURHAM POLICE)

Brodie, 16 (Image: DURHAM POLICE)

A spokesperson from Durham Police said: “If you have seen either of the girls or have any information that could help locate them, call 999.”

Met Office forecasters expect clear skies and highs of 21C in York on Friday afternoon (May 1).

Sunshine is forecast on Wednesday and Thursday with temperatures set to heat up to 16C and 17C into Friday.

Saturday will see sunny intervals with highs of 19C, the Met Office said.

Forecasters expect temperatures to drop slightly in York to 16C on Sunday and Monday.

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Clouds are forecast on Sunday and Monday with a 30 per cent chance of rain.

The Met Office’s deputy chief forecaster, Tom Crabtree, said temperatures could reach 24C in central and southern areas of England on Friday.

“Into the bank holiday weekend, the weather looks more changeable, with showers at times – particularly in the north – but also some sunnier intervals,” he said.

“Details will become clearer closer to the weekend, so do keep up to date with the latest Met Office forecast.”

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 Located off Ringlet Way, the housebuilder says the development comprises a mix of practically designed, energy efficient two, three- and four-bedroom homes.

 Prices for the homes at Bishop’s Quarter start at £287,000 for a ‘two-bedroom plus’ Ripley house type, so called as it has an additional upstairs room offering flexibility as a live/work area.

The largest of the properties remaining is the ‘four-bedroom plus’ detached Thoresby priced at £510,000 which, like the Ripley, also features an additional room upstairs.

Wetherby-based Avant says selected plots at Bishop’s Quarter are available with a range of incentives. This includes five per cent deposit paid (worth up to £16,750) and My Move Made Easy, where the housebuilder will help a buyer sell their existing home.

 All remaining properties at the development benefit from open-plan kitchen and dining spaces with integrated appliances and classic French doors opening to the rear gardens.

 The downstairs also features a large living and a WC. Selected properties at the development also benefit from a dedicated utility room and an internal garage.  

Upstairs, all the homes feature master bedrooms with en-suites, with the other generous bedrooms served by a family bathroom.

Bishop’s Quarter is being delivered by Avant Home North Yorkshire.

The regional operating business’s sales and marketing director, Dan Hardcastle, said: “Our Bishop’s Quarter development has delivered a new thriving community in Sherburn-in-Elmet, with our homes proving hugely popular with buyers looking to move in or to the area.  

 “Located just a 30-minute drive from Leeds, with easy access to York and Selby, Sherburn-in-Elmet is an excellent choice for commuters.

 “With only 22 remaining homes at Bishop’s Quarter, any interested buyers should come speak with our sales team to learn more about making their next move to the development.”

 For more information on the development, search ‘Avant Homes Bishop’s Quarter.’

North Yorkshire Police say the 15-year-old boy who was reported missing from Fulford has now been located.

A force spokesman said: “Thank you to everyone who shared the appeal and contacted us with information.

“Your support really does make a difference and helps us bring missing people home safely.”

It followed an earlier appeal for help to find missing Sisam who had last been seen at his home at about 11.15am on Monday (April 27).

Missing teenager Sisam who was last seen at his home at about 11.15am on Monday has been found safe and well (Image: Harry Booth)

The men fled to a house, but were caught by police after a tip-off

Three masked men who terrified shop staff and stole cash and alcohol have been jailed. Shane Barr, 37, Abdifatah Haji, 38, and Americo Monteiro Do Rosario Silva, 42, and a fourth man, entered the Post Office and Premier Store, in Eaton Socon, St Neots, at just before 6pm on Sunday, January 11.

A member of staff ran out of the shop and called police while the masked burglars stole alcohol, vapes, and tobacco, as well as cash from the till. The four men then fled to a house in Prince Close, Eaton Ford, where officers arrested them following a tip-off from a member of the public.

Silva, of West Green Road, North London pleaded guilty to burglary on February 10. He was sentenced to 18 months in prison on April 20.

Barr, of Moores Walk, St Neots, and Haji, of Wargrave Avenue, North London, admitted burglary on February 10. Barr was jailed for three years and three months, while Haji was sentenced to one year at Cambridge Crown Court on March 27.

Michael Strojec, 46, of Olive Morris Court, Ermine Road, London, has been charged in connection with the case. He has not yet entered a plea and his case is due for mention at Cambridge Crown Court on April 30.

Detective Constable Lucy Holderness, who investigated, said: “These men showed a blatant disregard for the law and the member of staff who must have been terrified, simply so they could steal as much as they could carry.

“Thanks to the swift response from officers and the support of the community, they have been brought to justice and have now faced the consequences of their actions.”

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Plans for Anthony Joshua and Tyson Fury to finally meet in the ring could hinge on one unlikely figure in Dua Lipa.

On Monday, it was confirmed Joshua and Fury will collide in a Battle of Britain that has been a decade in the making. While a final date and venue are still to be confirmed, contracts have been signed with the showdown to be streamed live on Netflix in November.

There are one or two hurdles left to clear. Joshua will have a warm-up fight in July against Kristian Prenga, the little-known Albanian heavyweight selected to help the two-time world champion shake off any ring rust.

Joshua will be expected to make easy work of Prenga who has never fought anyone close to the caliber of the former Olympian to set up his meeting with Fury.

But there could be another obstacle to overcome. Turki Alalshikh, one of boxing’s most influential shot-callers, has been at the heart of the two-fight deal with a rematch between the British giants likely to follow next year.

The Saudi financier is a huge fan of London-born singer Lipa and had stipulated she needs to perform at the fight ahead of the main event, Sky Sports report.

Boxing’s Saudi backers are not short of funds and their cause may be helped by the fact the ‘Levitating’ hitmaker is a boxing fan.

‘I love boxing in my spare time,’ she said in 2018. ‘I like doing it for fitness, I do it just to kind of clear my mind.

‘I really enjoy it and I like to watch boxing as well.’

Shows backed by Alalshikh have brought in some of the biggest names in music with Liam Gallagher performing at Wembley Stadium before Joshua’s 2024 world title fight with Daniel Dubois.

Eminem appeared as a special guest artist for Terence Crawford’s fight the same year with Busta Rhymes was on stage before the historic undisputed bout between Arthur Beterbiev and Dmitry Bivol.

50 Cent meanwhile joined Chris Eubank Jr for an iconic ringwalk at the Tottenham Hotspur Stadium ahead of his rematch with Conor Benn last November.

Joshua has not fought since his December victory over Jake Paul, breaking the YouTuber’s jaw in the sixth round. Just days later, the Briton was involved in a fatal car crash in Nigeria that claimed the lives of his two close friends Latif Ayodele and Sina Ghami.

Fury meanwhile returned to action after a 14-month retirement in April, comfortably outpointing Arslanbek Makhmudov.

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