Young People’s Wellbeing is Improving in Greater Manchester, Major Survey Finds

By Mental Health Correspondent A major survey of tens of thousands of pupils has revealed improving wellbeing among young people across Greater Manchester. The latest findings from Year 7, 8 and 10 students show a steady upward trend, with more pupils reporting good wellbeing compared to previous years. In 2025,

Elephant Art Trail to Take Over Windsor and Slough This Summer

By Charities Correspondent A colourful herd of decorated elephant sculptures is set to transform the streets of Windsor and Slough this summer as part of Trunks across the Thames, a major public art trail organised by Thames Hospice. Running from 13 July to 13 September 2026, the free event will

Pow! Kids Fall in Love with Comics as UK Boom Takes Off (By Jaiden, 15)

By Jaiden, 15, Good News Room at Priory Community School Academy Something is happening at the Forbidden Planet comic shop in Wolverhampton. For years, comic shops like this have mostly served adult collectors interested in superhero titles from Marvel and DC. However, manager Chris Ball has recently noticed a surge

600,000 Kids Inspired by Cricket as Chance to Shine Report Reveals Huge Impact

By Charities Correspondent More than 600,000 young people across the UK took part in cricket programmes last year, according to the latest impact report from Chance to Shine. The charity’s 2026 report shows the growing reach of the sport among young people, with girls making up 51% of

Foxes and University of Leicester Offer £5,000 Study Scholarships to Those in County’s Most Deprived Areas

By Community Correspondent The University of Leicester and Leicester City Football Club are offering £5,000 scholarships to encourage school and college leavers in the region’s most deprived areas to pursue higher education. Five Leicester City Football Club Scholarships are up for grabs for home applicants who live in

New Model Predicts How Mosquitoes Will Fly

By Science Correspondent A major scientific breakthrough could soon help people stay one step ahead of mosquitoes — and avoid those itchy, irritating bites. Researchers from Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) and Georgia Institute of Technology have uncovered how mosquitoes track humans, revealing the hidden patterns behind how they hunt. Using

Tiny Hooves on the Move: Rhino Calf and Giraffes Explore the Great Outdoors

By Animals Correspondent Twelve tiny hooves met grass for the first time this week, as spring sunshine and warmer weather meant Whipsnade Zoo’s three-month-old southern white rhino calf and two four-month-old reticulated giraffe calves could explore their grassy paddocks at the UK’s largest zoo. Born on 31st December

15,000 Letters of Kindness: Pen Pal Scheme Bringing Hope to Britain’s Lonely

By Charities Correspondent A heartwarming pen pal scheme is changing lives across the UK — with more than 15,000 letters exchanged to help combat loneliness. Shropshire-based charity Omega has reached the major milestone through its “Letterbox” programme, which connects volunteers with people who are elderly, vulnerable or socially isolated. Each

Clevedon School Students Drive Record-Breaking Lunch Success with Local Food Initiative

By Schools Correspondent Clevedon School students are making a real impact by working with their catering partner, Chartwells, to reduce food miles, support British farming, and boost uptake of healthier school meals. Their efforts have led to record-breaking demand for a new chicken menu, “Clandos,” following a switch to locally

10,000 Pupils Boosted by School Mental Health Programme

By Mental Health Correspondent A fast-growing school mental health programme has now supported more than 10,000 children and young peopleacross the North West. The Hummingbird Project, run by Manchester charity MedEquip4Kids, delivers a free six-week course in schools designed to help pupils build confidence, resilience and practical ways to

Part of Your World – a Dance Show That Dives Beneath the Surface (By Rosie, 12)

By Rosie, 12, Good News Room at Priory Community School Academy On the 21st and 22nd of March, The Dance Company in Weston-super-Mare are putting on a show that unfolds like a journey — one that is as emotional as it is visually striking. Our Ariel emphasises the shared human experience

Clevedon Sixth Formers Crowned Debate Champions After South West Victory

By Schools Correspondent Clevedon sixth form students have been crowned regional champions after winning the South West debating competition organised by the European Youth Parliament The Year 12 team from Clevedon School in Somerset impressed judges throughout an exhilarating day of debates, tackling complex international issues ranging from artificial intelligence