On this day in 1930, the world’s first coloured cartoon with synchronised sound was released. ‘Flip the Frog – Fiddlesticks’ was created by animator Ubbe Eert Iwerks, Mickey Mouse’s co-creator. Flip the Frog is the featured performer at an outdoor nightclub in the forest, and his dancing and piano-playing pleases the crowd of critters. Although the cartoon was made in the USA, it was first shown in cinemas in England.
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April is Parkinson’s Disease Awareness month. It’s about bringing attention to a life-changing disease which is on the rise and connecting people to critical resources. This month-long campaign focuses on an important part of Parkinson’s Disease awareness – educating everyone on the many symptoms which impact daily life and how to address them. Early signs may be mild and may go unnoticed. Symptoms often begin on one side of the body and usually get worse on the same side, even after symptoms begin to affect both sides. Signs and symptoms may include – tremors, trembling of hands, arms, legs, jaw […]