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Take on Me

by a-ha

Released

1985

Album

Hunting High and Low

Chart Performance

The song reached number one on the Billboard Hot 100 in the United States and reached the top ten in 27 other countries.

Fun Facts

The iconic music video features a groundbreaking combination of pencil-sketch animation and live-action, which took 16 weeks to produce using a process called rotoscoping.

Swindon News

• New chapter for Lydiard House as sixth form transformation gets underway

Work has commenced to convert the historic Lydiard House into a new sixth-form facility for approximately 120 students and staff.

• Government approves Swindon’s SEND Reform Plan to improve support for children and young people

The UK government has officially approved Swindon Borough Council's plan to enhance local services and support for children with special educational needs and disabilities.

• Next phase of Wichelstowe development reaches significant milestone

Construction is set to begin on the latest phase of the Wichelstowe housing project, which continues to provide new homes for the area.

• Building stronger partnerships with one of Swindon’s major employers

Council Leader Gary Sumner visited the MINI Plant Swindon to discuss future plans and potential collaboration opportunities with the company.

• Everything is Awesome as Great Western Brick Show Returns to STEAM

The UK’s longest-running LEGO fan exhibition has returned to the STEAM museum for its latest annual event.

• More than 20 roads resurfaced as £2m investment in Swindon’s highways continues

Swindon Borough Council has completed the resurfacing of over 20 roads as part of a broader £2 million investment in the local highway network.

• Cabinet Member issues public appeal for more foster carers in Swindon

Councillor Kate Tomlinson has launched a public appeal to encourage more local residents to become foster carers for children in the borough.

• Swindon school announces change as heatwave starts

Dorcan Academy in Swindon decided to cancel detentions and close early to protect students during a July 2026 heatwave.

• New chapter for Lydiard House as sixth form transformation gets underway

Work has commenced to convert the historic Lydiard House into a new sixth-form facility for approximately 120 students and staff.

• Government approves Swindon’s SEND Reform Plan to improve support for children and young people

The UK government has officially approved Swindon Borough Council's plan to enhance local services and support for children with special educational needs and disabilities.

• Next phase of Wichelstowe development reaches significant milestone

Construction is set to begin on the latest phase of the Wichelstowe housing project, which continues to provide new homes for the area.

• Building stronger partnerships with one of Swindon’s major employers

Council Leader Gary Sumner visited the MINI Plant Swindon to discuss future plans and potential collaboration opportunities with the company.

• Everything is Awesome as Great Western Brick Show Returns to STEAM

The UK’s longest-running LEGO fan exhibition has returned to the STEAM museum for its latest annual event.

• More than 20 roads resurfaced as £2m investment in Swindon’s highways continues

Swindon Borough Council has completed the resurfacing of over 20 roads as part of a broader £2 million investment in the local highway network.

• Cabinet Member issues public appeal for more foster carers in Swindon

Councillor Kate Tomlinson has launched a public appeal to encourage more local residents to become foster carers for children in the borough.

• Swindon school announces change as heatwave starts

Dorcan Academy in Swindon decided to cancel detentions and close early to protect students during a July 2026 heatwave.

Latest News

• Google resolves cloud outage affecting UK banks and websites

A significant cloud outage that disrupted services for various UK banks, including Revolut, has been successfully resolved by Google.

• Elon Musk considers Tesla-SpaceX merger

Elon Musk has indicated that a potential merger between his companies Tesla and SpaceX is currently under consideration.

• Pay deal struck to end airport industrial action

Air Traffic Control staff in Norfolk have voted to accept a new pay offer, effectively ending the ongoing industrial action at the airport.

• Cabinet minister criticizes Mahmood’s migration reforms

A cabinet minister has joined the growing opposition against migration reforms proposed by Shabana Mahmood.

• UK government to make Jackdaw gas field announcement

The UK government is expected to release an official announcement regarding the Jackdaw gas field project.

• UK asks Apple to widen access to its payment tech

The UK government has requested that Apple provide broader access to its proprietary payment technology.

• Urban explorers at empty hotel could be arrested

Authorities have warned that individuals trespassing in an empty hotel in Somerset may face arrest.

• Boom in 'massively misunderstood' sumo wrestling

Interest in sumo wrestling is seeing a significant rise in the UK as the sport gains more attention and understanding.

• Google resolves cloud outage affecting UK banks and websites

A significant cloud outage that disrupted services for various UK banks, including Revolut, has been successfully resolved by Google.

• Elon Musk considers Tesla-SpaceX merger

Elon Musk has indicated that a potential merger between his companies Tesla and SpaceX is currently under consideration.

• Pay deal struck to end airport industrial action

Air Traffic Control staff in Norfolk have voted to accept a new pay offer, effectively ending the ongoing industrial action at the airport.

• Cabinet minister criticizes Mahmood’s migration reforms

A cabinet minister has joined the growing opposition against migration reforms proposed by Shabana Mahmood.

• UK government to make Jackdaw gas field announcement

The UK government is expected to release an official announcement regarding the Jackdaw gas field project.

• UK asks Apple to widen access to its payment tech

The UK government has requested that Apple provide broader access to its proprietary payment technology.

• Urban explorers at empty hotel could be arrested

Authorities have warned that individuals trespassing in an empty hotel in Somerset may face arrest.

• Boom in 'massively misunderstood' sumo wrestling

Interest in sumo wrestling is seeing a significant rise in the UK as the sport gains more attention and understanding.

Showbiz

• Christiane Amanpour Leaving CNN

Longtime anchor Christiane Amanpour is departing CNN after a storied 43-year career at the network [3].

• RJ Mitte Dies at 34

RJ Mitte, known for his role on the hit series 'Breaking Bad' and his work as a disability rights advocate, has passed away at age 34 [5].

• Billy Joel Faces Health Challenges

Music icon Billy Joel has shared new details regarding a private health battle, leading to uncertainty about his future stage performances [2, 3].

• Hilary Swank Expecting Third Child

Actress Hilary Swank has announced that she is pregnant with her third child at the age of 52 [6].

• Ms. Pat Discusses Memoir and Comedy

Comedian Ms. Pat recently opened up about finding personal freedom through her comedy career in her new memoir [5].

• Lil Jon Releases New Memoir

Rapper Lil Jon is sharing personal stories about his mysterious family roots and a tragic loss in his newly released memoir [2].

• New 'Witches of Calabasas' Book Released

A new book titled 'Witches of Calabasas' has been released just in time for the Halloween season [2, 6].

• Alex Cooper Welcomes First Child

Podcast host Alex Cooper has given birth to her first baby with her husband, Matt Kaplan [8].

• Christiane Amanpour Leaving CNN

Longtime anchor Christiane Amanpour is departing CNN after a storied 43-year career at the network [3].

• RJ Mitte Dies at 34

RJ Mitte, known for his role on the hit series 'Breaking Bad' and his work as a disability rights advocate, has passed away at age 34 [5].

• Billy Joel Faces Health Challenges

Music icon Billy Joel has shared new details regarding a private health battle, leading to uncertainty about his future stage performances [2, 3].

• Hilary Swank Expecting Third Child

Actress Hilary Swank has announced that she is pregnant with her third child at the age of 52 [6].

• Ms. Pat Discusses Memoir and Comedy

Comedian Ms. Pat recently opened up about finding personal freedom through her comedy career in her new memoir [5].

• Lil Jon Releases New Memoir

Rapper Lil Jon is sharing personal stories about his mysterious family roots and a tragic loss in his newly released memoir [2].

• New 'Witches of Calabasas' Book Released

A new book titled 'Witches of Calabasas' has been released just in time for the Halloween season [2, 6].

• Alex Cooper Welcomes First Child

Podcast host Alex Cooper has given birth to her first baby with her husband, Matt Kaplan [8].

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Wiltshire County Pool Team
Cuetopia In Swindon
Little Champs
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Manor Garage
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Cuetopia In Swindon
Its ok to not be ok worldwide
The App Guy
Swindon Bands Directory
L & S Autos
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Its OK To Not Be OK Worldwide
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RCW Plumbing and Heating
Wiltshire County Pool Team
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