These loans were subsequently acquired by a Cayman-registered hedge fund, Fir Tree Partners.

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In south-east Cornwall on Sunday, a large fir tree fell on two cars on the A38 at Notter Bridge, completely blocking the road.

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According to the Guinness Book of World Records, the tallest Christmas tree ever cut was a 221-foot Douglas fir displayed in Seattle, Washington.

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The main tree, in the Blue Room, is an 18 and-a-half foot tall Fraser fir festooned with designer-made tiny outfits for Mr. and Mrs.

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