nature
By Nature Correspondent In a awesome turn of events Namibia's centuries-old baobab trees, once declared dead, have miraculously sprung back to life. This incredible resurrection has sparked wonder and speculation about the mystical powers of these ancient giants. The Dorsland baobab is a tree so ancient it was
Good News Tonic
By The Editor Here is some really good news from the Animal Kingdom. In a heartening tale of conservation success, the northern bald ibis, a bird once thought lost to Europe, has made a triumphant return after more than three centuries of absence. Known for its distinctive silhouette – featuring a
Business
Why You Should Hire a Professional for Cleaning Your Solar Panels, by UK solar expert and Google 5-star rated Callun Purnell “With the UK solar industry anticipates significant growth with the recent Labour government victory, maintaining your solar panels has never been more critical. Solar Energy UK predicts that Labour&
Charity
By Jill Dando News A night of music will be helped to raise money for an international global charity working in some of the poorest communities of the world. St Paul's Church in Weston-super-Mare, is set to host a special evening of music featuring Philippa Hanna and Lou
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By Student Reporters @ Priory School, Jill Dando News 127 Drama and English students from Priory Community School Academy (PCSA) enjoyed an outstanding performance at The Playhouse, Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset. Having studied Willy Russell's notorious play 'Blood Brothers' for their GCSE course, a theatre full of 14 and
Charity
Next year brings the 10-year anniversary of In Charley's Memory, mental health charity helping thousands of people. To celebrate they will be hosting a ball at the Winter Gardens in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset. Everyone in the office is looking forward to celebrating all of our hard work over the
health
By Adam Hunter, Jill Dando News Correspondent In a heartwarming celebration at the Winter Gardens, Broadway Lodge, Weston Super Mare, Somerser one of the UK's leading addiction treatment centres, marked its 50th anniversary. The charity, founded in 1974, has been at the forefront of addiction recovery, proudly treating
Good News Tonic
By Jill Dando News The Wealth Summit in Devon, UK raised the funds for the well in Uganda. In recent months Uganda is suffering huge droughts leading to hundreds of deaths. In June the United Nations World Food Programme (WFP) said at least 518,000 people, or 40% of the
Charity
By Jill Dando News Fierce winds tried to unseat him and the sea almost swept his tent away, but nothing could stop University of Bristol student Ed Watson cycling the entire length of Norway for charity. The Medicine student, along with his brother and friend, cycled around 100km every day
Animals
By Jill Dando News Nearly 500 animal enthusiasts and their companions – including an unexpected miniature pony and donkey – gathered for a cathedral's yearly animal blessing service. Dogs dominated the attendance, but a handful of calm cats, rabbits, hamsters, and gerbils also joined the celebration at Ely Cathedral on
Mental Health
By Jill Dando News From Captaining the Chelsea football team to playing for England in the World Cup, Millie is no stranger to pressure. She plays as a defender for Chelsea and has represented England on numerous occasions including as part of the Lioness squad during the historic EURO 2022
Business
By Jill Dando News The global economy is showing signs of recovery, with growth remaining resilient in the first half of 2024 and inflation on the decline, according to the OECD’s latest Interim Economic Outlook. Projected global growth stands at 3.2% for both 2024 and 2025, following a
Cadbury's
By Student Reporters at Priory School, Jill Dando News A series of special delicious chocolate treats have been launched by Cadbury to help students say thank you to their teachers. Each chocolate gift can be personalised now with messages such as ‘thank you’, ‘my hero’ or ‘best teacher’. With schools
Charity
By Jill Dando News A summer club run by a Salvation Army family centre in Sunderland provided youngsters with a range of exciting activities and days out to help families who struggle with costs over the holidays. With funding from Sunderland City Council’s Together for Children and support from
Charity
By Jill Dando News Specsavers in Weston-super-Mare High Street, Somerset are working with the Donate For Defib Weston-super-Mare Project, to fundraise for a defibrillator to be made publicly accessible outside the store to support the local community. Professor Graham Stuart, a former Consultant Cardiologist at Bristol Royal Hospital For Children
Mental Health
By Jill Dando News There's a good reason that therapy dogs for kids are so widely accepted across the globe. It's because, time and time again, research has shown that children benefit from interactions with pets when stressed. Now, a study reveals that dogs are good