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By Phillip Nkhoma, Malawi Correspondent Last month students at Mnjiri Secondary School were visited by members of ZGC Company for a careers talk aimed at encouraging them to work hard and consider careers in mining. One of the representatives said: “We are here at Mnjiri Secondary School mainly for a
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By Isabella, 14, Good News Room at Priory Community School Academy In the past, Noah's Ark Zoo Farm has run extremely popular Somerset Safaris in the summer. And after popular demand for them to be brought back — they are! The official dates for this event are: Saturday 6th
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By Health Correspondent Only one in ten UK children eat their recommended five portions of fruit and vegetables on a typical school day, while more than a third refuse them altogether, according to research commissioned by Tesco. However, the same study highlights what can help improve children’s diets. Nearly
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By Community Correspondent TransPennine Express (TPE) has introduced dedicated Passenger Assistance meeting points at stations across its network, aimed at making travel more accessible and easier to navigate. The clearly marked areas are designed as simple, easy-to-find spaces where customers can meet staff for support at the start of their
Charities
By Nature Correspondent Nearly three-quarters of a million young people in Britain now regularly go birdwatching, with participation among 16–29-year-olds rising more than tenfold since 2018, according to new research published by the Royal Society for the Protection of Birds (RSPB). The study, conducted by Fifty5Blue, found a 1,
Conservation
By Charities Correspondent Shaldon Wildlife Trust is celebrating a landmark achievement after being officially accredited by the European Association of Zoos and Aquaria (EAZA). This recognition places the Devon-based zoo among a select group of highly regarded zoos and aquariums across Europe and Western Asia. Accreditation confirms that the Trust
Education
By Education Correspondent A 22-year-old apprentice carpenter is set to test his skills against the best in the region after landing a place in a major competition. Tom Martin, who trains with Bloor Homes and studies at Gloucestershire College, has been picked to compete in the 2026 regional heats of
Animals
By Conservation Correspondent Bird lovers could be in for a treat this weekend as Nightingales return in force ahead of International Dawn Chorus Dayon May 3. The iconic songbird — famed for its powerful voice — is enjoying a boost at RSPB nature reserves, with 176 singing males recorded this year, up
Charities
By Community Correspondent Noah’s Ark Zoo Farm is proud to announce the launch of a new Universal Credit ticket initiative, running throughout May 2026, designed to make visiting the Zoo more accessible for families and individuals facing financial challenges. As a conservation charity, the Zoo is committed to ensuring
Charities
By Charities Correspondent A brave runner is taking on one of the world’s toughest races — and showing what life with MS really looks like — in a powerful new documentary. My MS, My Rules, created by Scruffy Bear Media with charity MS-UK, follows Anjali Silva-Vadgama, known as Anji, as she
Sport
By Sports Correspondent A powerful new exhibition at the “Home of Cricket” is shining a spotlight on the huge influence of British Asian communities on the sport. The many worlds of British Asian Cricket is now open at the Marylebone Cricket Club Museum at Lord’s Cricket Ground. The display
Animals
By Animals Correspondent A hilarious photo of a confused gannet has taken top spot in a major wildlife competition — winning the public vote at the Nikon Comedy Wildlife Awards. Photographer Alison Tuck scooped the Sterna People’s Choice Award with her image “Now where is my nest?”, beating 40 other
Charities
By Community Correspondent A new partnership between Age UK East Sussex and the Charles Hunt Centre in Hailsham aims to strengthen support for older people while maintaining the centre’s existing services and community feel. The Charles Hunt Centre is a long-running social hub for people aged over 55, offering
People
By Education Correspondent A classroom hero from Wantage is heading to the national stage after being shortlisted for one of the UK’s top education awards. Leanne Tomlin, a teaching assistant at Wantage Church of England Primary School, is now in the running for ‘Teaching Assistant of the Year’ at
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By Schools Correspondent Walliscote Primary School in Weston-super-Mare, Somerset, was filled with excitement as pupils, families, staff, and special guests gathered for a vibrant whole-school Eid celebration. The event brought together the entire school community, reflecting the rich cultural diversity that makes the school so special—including a remarkable 41
Mental Health
By Mental Health Correspondent Expanding access to NHS Talking Therapies could play a role in reducing long-term unemployment linked to mental health conditions, according to new research from the University of Manchester. The study, published in the International Journal of Mental Health Systems, examined data from more than 535,000