University of Leicester scientists help uncover mystery in Saturn’s clouds

By Science Correspondent A mysterious 10-sided shape has been spotted around Saturn’s South Pole, with observations from the University of Leicester helping scientists investigate the unusual feature. The structure, known as a decagon, was seen in images from the Hubble Space Telescope and by amateur astronomers around the

Compost-grown tomatoes could make supermarket fruit taste sweeter

By Science Correspondent A simple change to the soil could help commercially grown tomatoes taste better — while also giving food and garden waste a new lease of life. Researchers at the University of Queensland have found that tomatoes grown with food organics and garden organics (FOGO) compost were sweeter, more

Race Against the Tide to Rescue Horse from Thames Foreshore

By Animals Correspondent A horse has been safely rescued from the River Thames foreshore after it was put at risk by the incoming tide. Gravesend RNLI was called by London Coastguard at around 1.20pm on July 19 following reports that a horse and its rider were in difficulty near

King’s Lynn Pizza Maker Wins Best Margherita in the UK

By Community Correspondent A Gaywood pizza maker is celebrating after being crowned the winner of Best Margherita at the UK Pizza Championship 2026. Danny Child, who runs The Pizza Slice Guy with his wife Lucy, won the People’s Choice award after his Margherita was voted the favourite at the

Some Flowers Have a Clever Way of Sending Pollen to Bees

By Science Correspondent Some flowers appear to have their own clever way of aiming pollen at bees, according to new research from the University of Vienna. Scientists have discovered that tiny scoop-shaped structures on some flowers can help shoot pollen towards bees in narrow, fast-moving jets. The finding

Football Session Gives Birmingham Youngsters a Safe Place to Spend the Holidays

By Charities Correspondent A group of young people in Birmingham swapped computer games for football during a free session aimed at keeping youngsters active over the summer holidays. Around 25 children aged between 11 and 14 took part in the event at Hodge Hill College on Tuesday, September 1. The

Meet Prince William, Australia Zoo’s 300th Tagged Crocodile

By Conservation Correspondent A giant saltwater crocodile named Prince William has become the 300th crocodile tagged as part of Australia Zoo’s world-leading research project in Queensland’s Cape York Peninsula. The 3.8-metre male was captured in the Wenlock River system on the Steve Irwin Wildlife Reserve

Helping create one last special memory for London families

By Charities Correspondent For some families, one of life’s most precious moments can be as simple as sharing fish and chips by the sea, watching their favourite football team or spending one more special day together. Now, a new initiative from the London Ambulance Service is helping people living

Quality Shutters, Made in the UK — Now With Klarna

By Business Editor Bristol-based Blinds By Mark is helping homeowners transform their windows with beautifully made plantation shutters, combining premium quality, fast delivery and exceptional customer service — all from a trusted local business. Led by Mark and his experienced team, Blinds By Mark has built a reputation for supplying

245 children benefit from Gateshead school uniform project

By Charities Correspondent Hundreds of children in Gateshead have been given a helping hand ahead of the new school term, thanks to a community project providing free uniforms, coats and shoes. The Salvation Army’s annual Every Child Warm project supported 245 children from 122 families over two days in

Artemis II Astronauts Honoured After Historic Journey Around the Moon

By Science Correspondent Four astronauts who travelled farther from Earth than any humans before them have been honoured with one of the highest awards in space exploration. NASA astronauts Reid Wiseman, Victor Glover and Christina Koch, along with Canadian astronaut Jeremy Hansen, received the Congressional Space Medal of Honor from

UK Men’s Sheds Awards open to celebrate the people making a difference in communities

By Charities Correspondent From repairing old furniture and creating wildlife areas to supporting veterans and bringing people together, Men’s Sheds across the UK are quietly making a big difference. Now, the people behind those projects are being given the chance to have their work recognised, with entries opening for