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Posted on January 8, 2024January 9, 2024

To infinity and… the moon. ‘I see you’re back again… try and keep it tidy this time, and please recycle after your visit!’ Thank you.

Back to the moon
‘Don’t for one minute think you’re staying – especially after the mess you left last time!’

‘Don’t for one minute think you’re staying, especially after the mess you left last time!’

To the moon and back.

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UK Inflation Rate: 2.60%

U.S. Inflation Rate: 2.30%

EU Inflation Rate: 2.0%

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