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  • Solar lighting for Nuria makes it safer to move around after dark. Image taken in Somalia. Photograph provided by ShelterBox.

    ‘Disasters can affect entire communities’

    ‘Now I’m safe when I go out, I can lock the house’ Helping to provide secure shelters for communities recovering from disasters is part of...4 min

    12 hours ago2 days ago
  • ‘Going out to count the butterfly each summer could provide us with invaluable data,' says Georgina Paul. Photography: Aaron Houghton (provided by Butterfly Conservation).

    Are butterflies the new ‘canary in the coalmine’?

    Two year survey sets out to see if insects reveal health of peatland An intrepid conservationist is embarking on a two-year study deep in the...4 min

    2 days ago4 days ago
  • Sycamore Gap shoots sprouting from the stump of the famous tree in July 2025. Image: © Bec Hughes / National Trust.

    Creating a lasting legacy…

    Voting to commemorate the Sycamore Gap tree  It’s the chance to create a unique vision to shape the next chapter of the Sycamore Gap Tree’s...5 min

    3 days ago2 days ago
  • Bob White (left), Boat Collection Manager at National Maritime Museum Cornwall with Wyl Menmuir (right). Image provided by Katie Wild Content.

    ‘An exploration of what seaworthiness means in our lives’

    Restoration work starts on much loved boat before summer sea voyage   It’s an adventure in the making. Multi-award-winning author, Wyl Menmuir, is restoring a...2 min

    4 days ago3 days ago
  • Westbank’s Head of Fundraising, Katie Elliott (second from the left), being presented with a cheque by students at Exeter Medical School. Image provided by If Media.

    ‘An important opportunity to share our experience’

    Exeter students supporting Community Larders scheme Students are today celebrating having raised hundreds of pounds for a Devon charity. Their fundraising venture took place following...2 min

    5 days ago4 days ago
  • Insp. Harvey (centre) meets the Turning Heads group. Alan Tilley is third from the left. Image: D&C Police.

    ‘A community group taking pride in the place they live’

    ‘The more we do, the more we are asked to do’ A group of dedicated community volunteers, who tidy up the streets of South Devon,...3 min

    6 days ago4 days ago
  • 'We now look forward this year to welcoming more even more visitors to our collection and our exhibitions which include Zurbarán, Renoir and Love and Van Eyck: The Portraits,’ says Sir Gabriele Finaldi, Director of the National Gallery, London. Image: Tanawin / Shutterstock.

    Britain’s love of art: More than 25% rise in visits to National Gallery

    Rise follows Bicentenary celebrations and re-opening of Sainsbury Wing Figures released today by The National Gallery show more than four million people saw a National...2 min

    7 days ago4 days ago
  • Group photo (from left to right): PC John Warren and PD Albert, PC Noah Tilley and PD Gus, PC Luke Barnard and PD Sid. Image: D&C Police.

    Collaring top awards in police dog trials

    ‘Each of our handlers showed resilience, skill and an excellent partnership’ Police work is never easy and this year’s annual regional dog trials highlights the...3 min

    1 week ago1 week ago
  • Boleskine House is situated near the banks of Loch Ness, Scotland. Image: Shutterstock.

    Preserving History: Boleskine House

    An intriguing backstory… It’s a venerable house sitting quietly alongside Loch Ness. It’s also a place steeped in history, myths and legends. Today, its new...14 min

    1 week ago3 days ago
  • Sean Brickell, Founder of Edward Christopher Watches.

    Exclusive: BTN talks with Seán Brickell about his premium & luxury watch brand

    Edward Christopher announces profit donation to help children It’s a mission statement which’ll raise the hopes of disadvantaged children and families around the world. British...6 min

    1 week ago3 days ago
  • 'The location is stunning, an archipelago of islands off the coast of Cornwall in the UK,' writes Dove Devereaux about the Cornish inspiration for her work. Image: Kevin Cullimore / Shutterstock.

    Author Dove Devereaux talks inspiration – and chemistry!

    The inspiration of the Isles of Scilly I’ve got a confession to make – romance wasn’t top of my list of genres to write. Everything...5 min

    2 weeks ago3 days ago
  • A haunted forest? Can photographs really capture the spirits of the deceased? Image: Shutterstock.

    Ghost in the machine?

    Photography expert explains ‘paranormal’ phenomena captured on camera You could be forgiven for thinking that these days, it’s relatively easy to take a photo of...8 min

    2 weeks ago3 days ago
  • 'I'm so pleased to hear that my story has the power to impact people,’ says Vikki Feltham, Everyday Bravery recipient. Image: © Vikki Feltham (provided by In The Right Order).

    ‘Story of bravery left a lasting impression on the panel’

    ‘All the nominations were both moving and humbling’ Acknowledging courage in daily life is one of the key factors for Vikki Feltham being announced as...3 min

    2 weeks ago2 days ago
  • ‘The Great South West already plays a critical role in how the UK feeds itself,’ says Karl Tucker, Chair of the Great South West Partnership. Image: Juice Flair / Shutterstock.

    National leader: SW role in food security

    Great South West launches ‘Agrifood Growth Plan’ at Westminster The importance played by the south west in providing the country with its key food needs...4 min

    2 weeks ago2 weeks ago
  • 'We’re excited that communities across the Clyde and Hebrides will get to see the vessel steaming their way in the coming days,' says Louis de Wolff, CalMac’s Fleet Management Director. Image: Brian Fulton (provided by CalMac).

    Ship Ahoy! CalMac’s Isle of Islay starts her sea trials

    ‘Berthing trials and final preparations for her entry to service’ Passengers are expected to start to use CalMac’s newest addition to the fleet towards the...3 min

    2 weeks ago2 weeks ago
  • ‘During our special anniversary it would be great to see even more people enjoying a fantastic visit to our superb waterside museum,’ says Jon Horsfall, Canal & River Trust North West’s Director. Image provided by Canal & River Trust. Image: Marmalade Photos / Shutterstock.

    Celebrating in style: Museum’s Golden Anniversary Year

    Easter boat gathering at Ellesmere Port to celebrate 50th birthday Organisers are putting the finishing touches to a special Easter Historic Boat Gathering, set to...4 min

    2 weeks ago2 weeks ago
  • Bristol Zoo Project's African Forest. Image: John Penny (provided by Bristol Zoo Project).

    An African forest… in Bristol

    Critically endangered species’ new home at zoo project Bristol Zoo Project’s African Forest is set to open at the start of next month when visitors...3 min

    3 weeks ago2 weeks ago
  • Jeremy Wheeldon's name being added to the wall of the Ringers’ Chapel. The chapel itself dates back to the 1600s. Image provided by Lincoln Cathedral.

    Celebrating campanology: continuing a centuries-old tradition

    Lincoln Cathedral: ‘It is such a great honour to see my name added to the wall’ It’s a place synonymous with bell ringing with campanologists...4 min

    3 weeks ago2 weeks ago
  • Large Tortoiseshell in Sussex (March, 2026). Image: Graham Hubbard (provided by Butterfly Conservation).

    Good news for entomologists…

    ‘Extinct’ butterfly seen across England in suspected de-extinction process A butterfly classed as extinct in the UK for more than 30 years was recently seen...3 min

    3 weeks ago2 weeks ago
  • Researchers looking at Rembrandt's Vision of Zacharias in the Temple. Image: © Kelly Schenk / Rijksmuseum.

    Newly discovered Rembrandt goes on view today

    Dutch Golden Age: Experts conclude painting is genuine A painting today goes on show at Amsterdam’s Rijksmuseum that’s been recently confirmed to be by the...2 min

    3 weeks ago3 weeks ago
  • Site Security Champion briefing Devon & Cornwall police marine unit during a patrol in the vicinity of a protected wreck site near Salcombe. Image: © MSDS Marine.

    Protecting shipwrecks from heritage crime

    Scheme includes forensic marking programme for artefacts on underwater sites Experts are today heralding a significant step in protecting England’s most historic and archaeologically important...3 min

    3 weeks ago3 weeks ago
  • Glasgow Wild Spaces launch. Image: Julie Broadfoot (provided by Butterfly Conservation).

    40+ Wild Spaces to be created across Glasgow

    Project aims to engage 1,000+ residents in the two-year project Highlighting the importance of insects and protecting their future is high on the agenda at...4 min

    3 weeks ago4 weeks ago
  • Left to right: choir member soloists Helen Goode and Charlotte Moyes. Image supplied by Vicki Henderson.

    Handel’s Solomon: Stepping into the spotlight

    Singing Solomon solos for Exeter Philharmonic Choir Three members of Exeter Philharmonic’s one-hundred-strong choir are stepping out of their ‘comfort zone’ and into the spotlight...4 min

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  • Our ability to be composed is crucial in our ability to effectively communicate our message to a wider audience. Image: Matej Kastelic / Shutterstock.

    Public speaking: Finding your composure

    Media expert gives top presentational tips for anyone in business One of the biggest fears anyone can face is speaking in public. It’s consistently ranked...10 min

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