Hull Daily Mail

INDUSTRIAL disputes, strikes and working to rule have become much less frequent in the Hull area over recent decades. But the memories of those often bitter disagreements remain strong for many of those involved on both sides of the fence - workers and management.

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Your Stars with Claire Petulengro

The transits see you in two minds as to what you should do with your life. Why bother asking? You will know what you want when you see it. Relax. Start enjoying the appealing new view coming. The way you are thinking about your life has changed from how you would usually figure things out. You know what, I like it. Keep on this path. It is the road to success.

Swing Along to Classics in the Park

Gary Williams admits he was a weird kid. While all his mates from school were listening to Duran Duran and Spandau Ballet, he was giving the New Romantics the elbow in favour of the Rat Pack. "Yeah, I suppose I was a little odd," says the singer who will be entertaining crowds with a selection of Sinatra songs at the annual Classics In The Park in Elloughton this Saturday.

In the Picture

Holland Captain's Dream Cup Finale ; Final Fling: Van Bronckhorst Gets Perfect Retirement Send-Off

HOLLAND'S Giovanni van Bronckhorst has admitted he could hardly have dreamed that his last competitive match would be the World Cup final. The former Arsenal, Rangers and Barcelona defender will retire from professional football after Sunday's final in Johannesburg, having played a massive part in getting the Dutch side there.

Spain Head Into Final

CARLES Puyol powered Spain into their first World Cup final with a thunderous second-half header to beat Germany 1-0. The Euro 2008 winners dominated possession but initially struggled to create clear openings against Joachim Low's young side. But after failing to break through with their subtle approach, Spain brought out the sledgehammer.

No Handover Decision ; Cupbriefs

FIFA say no decision has been taken so far on who will hand over the World Cup to the winning captain on Sunday. FIFA president Sepp Blatter chose not to do so in 2006 because it was suggested he was afraid of being booed as he had been in the 2002 opening ceremony.

Maradona to Decide ; Cupbriefs

ARGENTINA FA president Julio Grondona says only Diego Maradona will decide if he continues as Argentina national team boss. The South American team were eliminated from the World Cup by a 4- 0 loss to Germany and he has not spoken about his future in the position since returning home.

Gallas Points Finger ; Cupbriefs

WILLIAM Gallas has laid the blame for France's World Cup implosion at the feet of former coach Raymond Domenech. Les Bleus crashed out in the group stage amid huge unrest in the camp, with Nicolas Anelka and Domenech involved in a bust-up which resulted in the Chelsea striker being expelled from the squad.

I Want to Be On Top of World, Just Like Diego ; Cupbriefs

ROBIN van Persie intends to replace the giant picture of Diego Maradona cradling the World Cup he has at home with one of himself doing exactly the same thing. Maradona was Van Persie's hero as a boy, the legend he looked up to as he vowed to make a career in the game.

Deaths Bereavements

AGAR.- Anne. Passed away peacefully on 5th July 2010 aged 92 years. Devoted wife of the late George, much loved mum of Gina and son-in-law Tony, dearest granny of David, great-grandchildren Daniel and Thomas. Service to be held on Wednesday 14th July, Chanterlands Crematorium, small chapel, 2pm. Family flowers only please, donations may be left at the service for Cancer Research. Resting Eric Walker''s Funeral Service, Magdalen Lane, Hedon. 01964 670293 (by appointment only please). BEATON.- ...