Ocean Bacteria Team Up to Break Down Biodegradable Plastic

By Science Correspondent Scientists have uncovered a surprising secret in the fight against plastic pollution — bacteria that “team up” to destroy waste. In a major breakthrough, researchers at Massachusetts Institute of Technology (MIT) found that biodegradable plastic doesn’t break down on its own — it takes a whole community of

Why Woburn’s New Otter Pups are Stealing Hearts and Why Their Story Matters

By Animals Correspondent This Easter, there’s a brand-new reason to head to Woburn Safari Park – and they’re small, fluffy, and already stealing hearts. Two tiny Asian short-clawed otter pups, born on 28th January 2026, have made their debut at Otter Falls, and they’re already causing a splash

Researcher Develops New Digital Tool for People with Anxiety Disorders

By Mental Health Correspondent A UK researcher is developing a cutting-edge app that could warn users they’re becoming anxious — before they even realise it themselves. Luigi Moretti, a doctoral researcher at UWE Bristol, is behind MEMoPAD — a new digital tool that uses smartwatch data to track early signs of

Celia Hammond Animal Trust Announces Lewisham Open Day for New Rescue Centre Project

By Animals Correspondent The Celia Hammond Animal Trust has unveiled plans to develop a purpose-built rescue and rehoming facility next to its current veterinary clinic in Lewisham, South East London. To give the community an insight into the project, the charity will host a public Open Day on Saturday 11

Priory Students Inspire Young Journalists at Herons’ Moor (By Poppy and Isabella)

By Poppy, 13, and Isabella, 13, Good News Room at Priory Community School Academy Students from Priory, Poppy, Rosie and Isabella, visited Heron’s Moor Academy to deliver an engaging journalism workshop for younger pupils. The action-packed afternoon began with a presentation from the visiting students, who shared tips on

Finding Your Feet Offers Paisley Workspace to Businesses Displaced by Glasgow Union Street Fire

By Community Correspondent Finding Your Feet, Scotland’s only nationwide charity supporting people and families affected by amputation or limb difference, is offering temporary workspace at its Paisley charity hub to businesses displaced by the devastating Union Street fire in Glasgow. The fire, which broke out on Sunday 8 March

Mother and Daughters Build Railway Careers Together at TransPennine Express

By Community Correspondent TransPennine Express (TPE) is celebrating a special family connection this Mother’s Day, as a mum and her two daughters proudly share their journeys building careers together on the railway. Sarah Beauvoisin, a conductor based in Newcastle, works alongside her daughters Frances Beauvoisin, a conductor based in

Gut Health Supplement Relieves Arthritis Pain, Finds New Study

By Health Correspondent A simple fibre supplement taken each day could help ease the pain of knee arthritis, scientists say. Researchers at the University of Nottingham found that people with knee osteoarthritis who took the prebiotic fibre inulin reported less pain and improved strength after just six weeks. The study,

Nature Retreat Gives Dementia Patients a Wild Highland Escape

By Health Correspondent People living with dementia are being given the chance to escape to the wild Highlands as part of a groundbreaking new wellbeing project. The pilot scheme will see participants and their carers spend three days surrounded by nature at a vast rewilding estate in Glenmoriston this month.

University of Warwick and Aston Villa Announce Landmark Partnership to Launch Sports Leadership Degrees

By Sports Correspondent Two of the Midlands’ most recognisable institutions – the University of Warwick and Aston Villa Football Club – have unveiled a major new partnership bringing together leading education, elite sport and advanced research. The collaboration is designed to reshape how universities and professional sports organisations work together, combining academic

How AAC Transformed My Life – Ellise Speaks at Global Conference

By Ellise Hollie Hayward, Disabilities Correspondent I recently had the amazing honour of speaking at my first international conference – the Global Partner Conference with Smartbox – and what an unforgettable experience it was. As a motivational speaker, I’ve been incredibly lucky to share my story with professionals and communities, but

Pupils Go Full STEAM Ahead for British Science Week!

By Schools Correspondent Mary Elton Primary School pupils in Clevedon, Somerset, had a fantastic time celebrating British Science Week across the school, with curiosity and questions taking centre stage! Throughout the week, pupils across the school explored a wide range of investigations and hands‑on challenges. In KS1, they experimented