Chris

Chris M. If it doesn’t go in the dishwasher I’m not interested. I create brands. he/him

[Chris @ctmaddison]

@AdobeCare Hi. I’d like to change my creative cloud plan but your website just throws errors and your chatbot doesn’t work. Can you help?

[Chris @ctmaddison]

@webflow Thank you for acknowledging this. I hope you manage to fix it soon. 🤞

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@webflow down yet again and I know I’ve likely lost some work too. Just perfect when I’m up against the clock for a business deadline. 😫

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@tomsmith6991 @josephberry88 @webflow I was in for a minute via Safari but have now been kicked back out again. 🤬

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@josephberry88 @webflow I’m up against a deadline and really need to log in 😫

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@weyland76 @AmazonUK In the process. 👍

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Utterly disgusted with @AmazonUK who are refusing to refund me after their courier stole my MacBook. I never received it. They hide behind unnecessary police crime reports and automated emails or simply put the phone down on you when you challenge them. 🤬

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@AmazonHelp Thanks. You may be here to help Justin - unfortunately your management are not.

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@AmazonHelp You’ll insist on a police crime report (which I have) but is not required under UK consumer law, you’ll send me automated emails I can’t reply to and when I call you you’ll put the phone down on me which you’ve already done 7 times. It’s clear you don’t want to help.

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@BBCiPlayer Hi, really bummed out that even after a reinstallation I can’t access the Home Screen 😕 …any thoughts? (Happens on both my apple tv’s running tvOS 17.0)

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@alltherobs I’m a bit more active on my MCAS insta if you’re ever on there btw https://t.co/2RrKysCwxK

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@alltherobs Ha. Cheers buddy. Keeps me out of trouble …most of the time.

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Probably the first abstract I’ve painted that I actually like. 😂 #art #artist #abstractart

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@alltherobs just grabbed your handle from the chat. Great to see you this evening buddy. Stay in touch. Always around if you need a sounding board etc. 👍

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@ChrisCarpineti 😂 😏

[Historic Vids @historyinmemes]

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle, best known as the brilliant creator of the world-famous detective Sherlock Holmes, possessed a keen intellect and an unyielding sense of justice that extended beyond the pages of his novels. In a remarkable turn of events in the early 1900s, Doyle found himself taking on the role of a real-life detective to right the wrongs of the justice system and secure the freedom of two innocent men.

It all began when Doyle, an avid reader of crime reports and court cases, stumbled upon two separate cases that piqued his curiosity. Both cases involved men who had been convicted and sentenced for crimes they vehemently claimed they did not commit. Struck by the inconsistencies in the evidence and testimonies, Doyle became convinced of the men's innocence and felt compelled to take action.

The first case involved George Edalji, a solicitor of Indian descent who had been convicted of mutilating animals in the Staffordshire region. Despite a lack of substantial evidence connecting Edalji to the crimes, he was found guilty and sentenced to seven years of hard labor. Doyle carefully examined the details of the case and came to believe that Edalji was indeed innocent.

The second case involved Oscar Slater, a German immigrant who had been accused of murdering an elderly woman in Glasgow. Slater's conviction was based on circumstantial evidence, and he was given the death penalty. Doyle's interest in this case intensified when he discovered numerous flaws in the investigation and the trial process.

Fuelled by his unwavering belief in justice and inspired by the detective skills of his fictional creation Sherlock Holmes, Doyle embarked on a personal mission to exonerate both men. He invested countless hours investigating the cases, gathering evidence, and interviewing witnesses and experts.

With his literary fame, Doyle had the advantage of garnering media attention, which he used to bring public awareness to the injustices faced by Edalji and Slater. His articles and public speeches raised eyebrows and generated discussions about the inadequacies of the legal system.

In 1907, after years of determined efforts, Sir Arthur Conan Doyle succeeded in proving the innocence of both George Edalji and Oscar Slater. Edalji's sentence was commuted, and he was finally released from prison. Similarly, Slater's death sentence was overturned, and he was granted clemency. Though not without their struggles, both men were ultimately vindicated.

The public outcry and media spotlight on these cases prompted significant reforms in the British legal system. As a result of Doyle's unwavering commitment to justice and the exposure of the flaws in the process, the UK established an official Court of Criminal Appeal in 1907. This institution allowed for further scrutiny and the potential for rectifying miscarriages of justice.

Sir Arthur Conan Doyle's extraordinary efforts in real-life detective work not only secured justice for two innocent men but also catalyzed the reformation of the legal system. His determination to see justice served, akin to the character of Sherlock Holmes, continues to inspire generations of readers, writers, and activists to seek truth and fairness in an often complex and imperfect world. Beyond the pages of fiction, Doyle's legacy as a crime solver in real life remains an indelible testament to the power of one individual's relentless pursuit of justice.

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Anyone know why so many people are honking horns on the A34 near Oxford / Wolvercote / Wytham ????

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@megazordbae Hey Ali. I start drug therapy next week. Praying it gives me my life back. 🤞

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Just diagnosed with Mast Cell Activation Syndrome …it only took 38 years. 😬 #mcas

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@BuczkowskiB Thanks. ☺️