Conservation
By Conservation Correspondent Scientists at the Natural History Museum in London have identified a new genus and species of parasitic wasp in its collections — and named it in honour of broadcaster and natural historian Sir David Attenborough to mark his 100th birthday. The discovery was led by Dr Gavin R.
Health
By Business Correspondent Waitrose has become the first UK supermarket to launch a ‘Made Without Nitrites’ ham range, responding to rising demand for simpler ingredients and cleaner labels. The new products join the retailer’s existing nitrite-free bacon lines, which have already seen strong growth. Sales of its unsmoked
Charities
By Charities Correspondent Aspire Community Works has been awarded the King’s Award for Enterprise for Promoting Opportunity, recognising its work to improve pay, conditions and access to employment across London’s everyday economy through its BetterforUscampaign. The organisation, which holds the Mayor of London’s Good Work Standard at
Charities
By Charities Correspondent Donkeys are being celebrated around the world this week as part of World Donkey Day — and it turns out there’s a lot more to them than most people realise. To mark the occasion on 8 May, The Donkey Sanctuary has been sharing some of the more
Schools
By Schools Correspondent Following a two-day visit in March 2026, Banwell Primary School in Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, has received a positive Ofsted inspection outcome, with inspectors recognising significant improvements in leadership, early years provision, attendance, behaviour, personal development and pupil wellbeing. The report highlights a school on
Conservation
By Conservation Correspondent A gentoo penguin colony in Port Lockroy has come through a difficult breeding season, with young chicks now beginning to head towards the sea for the first time. Wildlife monitor Pete has completed the final chick count of the season on Goudier Island, confirming that the colony
Animals
By Animals Correspondent Wildlife conservationist Robert Irwin has introduced an adorable new addition to the Australia Zoo family, a charming eastern grey kangaroo joey named Cwtch. The young joey, whose name is pronounced “kutch,” is already capturing hearts with her curious nature and personality. “Cwtch” is a Welsh word meaning
Charities
By Charities Correspondent A senior figure at Wembley Stadium is helping a North East cancer charity raise funds by offering fans the chance to experience one of football’s biggest days live. Paul Smyth, the stadium’s General Manager, has donated two pairs of tickets to the 2026 FA Cup
Health
By Science Correspondent Scientists have developed a faster, lower-cost way to study viruses that could one day help treat infections where antibiotics no longer work. A research team at the University of Leicester has created a new method to analyse bacteriophages — viruses that infect and destroy harmful bacteria — more
People
By Community Correspondent A deaf ambulance medic has handed over her England rugby shirt in an emotional thank you to the mentor who helped her rebuild her confidence. Zoe Cox, who works for the London Ambulance Service, surprised paramedic Richard Webb Stevens with the very first England Deaf Women’s
Schools
By Schools Correspondent Pupils across the Extend Learning Academies Network (ELAN) in Weston-super-Mare, North Somerset, have been spending time thinking about something big: who they are now, and who they want to become. Through a three-day Resilience Reps programme led by YouthShoots founder Paul Hanmore, Year 4
People
By Ellise Hollie Hayward, Disabilities Correspondent Clare is 43 and lives in North London with her partner and their two children. Her oldest son is almost six and was diagnosed with autism when he was two. Her youngest son is nearly two and is currently being assessed for autism. Being
Charities
By Charities Correspondent The Donkey Sanctuary has won the Smiley Charity ‘People’s Choice’ Gold award for its campaign film, ‘Stolen Donkeys, Stolen Futures’ The compelling short film which illustrates the devastating human and animal cost behind the cruel donkey skin trade, received the greatest number of public votes in
Business
By Business Editor Bristol-based Blinds By Mark is raising the bar in window design with its premium Plantation shutters, offering homeowners a high-quality, UK-manufactured alternative to long-lead imported options. Led by Mark and his experienced team, the company specialises in locally made shutters with an impressive
Schools
By Schools Correspondent Bournville Primary School in Weston-super-Mare North Somerset, is delighted to announce that it has been awarded the OPAL (Outdoor Play and Learning) Platinum Award, the highest level of recognition within the programme, following a final assessment carried out by OPAL mentor Rachel Murray. This outstanding
Business
By Business Editor A new half-day workshop in North Somerset aims to help local organisations cut through the noise and tell their stories more effectively — without the need for expensive agencies or complex marketing strategies. The session, titled “Your Story. Shape It. Get Seen.”, will take place at the