Giant Snake Mosaic Unveiled at London Zoo Honours Forgotten Wildlife Pioneer

By Conservation Correspondent A giant snake mosaic celebrating one of Britain's pioneering reptile experts has been unveiled at London Zoo as part of the Zoological Society of London's 200th anniversary celebrations. The 53ft artwork, designed by British artist Linder, honours zoologist Joan Beauchamp Procter, who became

Liverpool's Latest Trophy? The Hedgehog Cup

By Charities Correspondent Liverpool FC has added an unusual trophy to its collection after winning the 2026 Hedgehog Cup, a national competition recognising football clubs for helping Britain's declining hedgehog population. The Premier League club beat League One side Northampton Town 39-36 in the final after judges

British Chocolatier Launches Drink Made from Overlooked Cacao Fruit Waste

By Business Correspondent A British chocolatier has launched a new drink made using parts of the cacao fruit that are normally thrown away, in an effort to cut food waste in the chocolate industry. Flo Broughton, founder of chocolate brand Choc on Choc, has created TRASH®, a drink made from

Paralympic Champion Hannah Cockroft Among Five Honoured by Leeds Beckett University

By Community Correspondent Paralympic legend Hannah Cockroft CBE is among five inspiring figures set to receive honorary doctorates from Leeds Beckett University this summer. The university will celebrate achievements in sport, broadcasting, healthcare, law and public service during its graduation ceremonies at Leeds' First Direct Arena from 13 to

Disabilities Correspondent Returns to Former Primary School for Assembly

By Ellise Hollie Hayward, Disabilities Correspondent I had the absolute pleasure of delivering a whole-school assembly at Manor Court Primary School, and it was such a rewarding experience. It was great to meet so many enthusiastic pupils, who listened so well and asked some brilliant questions. Their curiosity, confidence

England Women Visit Battersea Ahead of World Cup Semi-Final

By Charities Correspondent England Women's cricketers Dani Gibson, Lauren Filer, Alice Capsey and Tilly Corteen-Coleman visited Battersea's London centre during a break from their ICC Women's T20 World Cup campaign this week. Ahead of Thursday's semi-final against South Africa, the

Ackworth School Pupils Shine as They Prepare for Snow White Production

By Sixth Form reporters at the Good News Room, Ackworth School This half term, Year 6 and some of Year 5 have been working hard on the Snow White production. Written and directed by Ackworth School’s extremely talented Beth Jordan and Katie Flatters, perseverance and practice have been present

Paramedic Retires After 39 Years Reunited With Woman Whose Life He Saved

By Community Correspondent A London Ambulance Service paramedic was given an emotional send-off as he retired after almost 40 years – joined by the woman whose life he saved seven years ago. Andy Goldfinch finished his final shift at Hillingdon Ambulance Station on Monday after 39 years on the frontline.

Ackworth School Boarders Share Favourite Memories as Upper Sixth Students Graduate (By Kamila)

By Kamila R, Good News Room at Ackworth School This time of year is always marked by the sadness of seeing the Upper Sixth students graduate. They have all been great company and a source of support to so many students, so it is only natural to feel downcast as

Blinds By Mark Introduces Groundbreaking New Product: The Blind Screen™

By Business Editor Blinds By Mark, a trusted firm in window shading solutions in Bristol and beyond, is delighted to offer Blind Screen™, a revolutionary blind system that doubles as a stylish, functional mosquito net. This state-of-the-art product provides customers with a versatile, modern solution for their

Hundreds of Families Attend Worle Community School Open Morning and Free Breakfast Event

By Schools Correspondent Hundreds of families, prospective students and local residents came together for a welcoming community breakfast morning as popular Worle Community School opened its doors. Visitors were invited to explore the school’s impressive campus, outstanding facilities, specialist departments and modern learning environments. Bathed in glorious summer sunshine,

People Invited to Join Britain's First Mass Nature Bathing Event at Somerset Rewilding Site

By Nature Correspondent Hundreds of people are expected to gather in Somerset this summer for what is believed to be Britain's first mass nature bathing event at a rewilding site. The free event, called The Great Pause, will take place at Heal Somerset, near Frome, on Sunday, July