Yuzu and pear combination takes the top spot at the prestigious World Marmalade Awards. This year marks the 20th anniversary of the event held at Dalemain near Penrith in Cumbria, where thousands of entries from across the globe participate in the competition. Hitomi Wakamura, hailing from Tokyo, expressed her gratitude at being selected as the… Continue reading World Marmalade Awards won by Japanese yuzu and pear preserve
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YouTube at 20: Creators talk about the impact of the platform
As YouTube celebrates its 20th anniversary, it’s astounding to see how the platform has evolved from its modest beginnings to now boasting billions of video views daily. The question arises – can posting videos on YouTube truly provide a sustainable career? To delve into this, we spoke with some of South Yorkshire’s beloved creators to… Continue reading YouTube at 20: Creators talk about the impact of the platform
M&S stops online orders and issues refunds after cyber attack
Technology reporters Tom Gerken & Graham Fraser report that Marks & Spencer (M&S) has ceased taking online orders due to a cyber attack that the company is currently grappling with. The retailer acknowledged the cyber incident on Tuesday after customers began experiencing issues over the weekend. As a result, M&S has decided to halt all… Continue reading M&S stops online orders and issues refunds after cyber attack
EHRC issues interim guidance on single-sex spaces
The recent guidance issued by the Equalities and Human Rights Commission (EHRC) sheds light on how organizations should apply the UK Supreme Court’s decision that legally defines a woman based on biological sex. According to the new guidance, trans women (biological men) should not be allowed to use women’s facilities in settings like hospitals, shops,… Continue reading EHRC issues interim guidance on single-sex spaces
Warrington gangster who ordered acid attacks caught after five years
Philip Waugh, a gangland boss from Liverpool, is set to be sentenced at Liverpool Crown Court on 27 June for his involvement in a heinous acid attack orchestrated by hitman-for-hire Jonathan Gordon, a member of the Deli Mob. The incident, which nearly resulted in permanent blindness for the victim, Lee Deakin, highlights the extent of… Continue reading Warrington gangster who ordered acid attacks caught after five years
Florence Pugh 'always had star quality', says former teacher
Growing up in Oxfordshire, Florence Pugh’s journey to becoming one of Hollywood’s brightest stars began in the picturesque countryside of England. Claire Hooper, who taught Pugh during her time at Cokethorpe School in Witney, described her as someone who possessed natural star quality. Pugh’s talent was evident from a young age, with Ms. Hooper recalling… Continue reading Florence Pugh 'always had star quality', says former teacher
Remember Monday: UK Eurovision act recreate Fire Saga song, as contest looms
Music Correspondent Mark Savage reported that Remember Monday, the UK’s hopefuls for Eurovision, decided to cover a song from Will Ferrell’s cult movie about the contest as the finals approach. They traveled to Iceland in recent weeks to film their version of Húsavík (My Hometown), originally performed by Rachel McAdams’ character Sigrit in the Netflix… Continue reading Remember Monday: UK Eurovision act recreate Fire Saga song, as contest looms
Tully Kearney: Paralympic champion makes formal complaint over classification process
British Paralympic gold medallist Tully Kearney has filed a formal complaint with World Para Swimming, alleging that the classification process she underwent was handled in a manner that was inappropriate, insulting, and potentially discriminatory. Kearney, a 26-year-old swimmer and 10-time world champion, expressed her dismay at the treatment she received during the assessment, stating that… Continue reading Tully Kearney: Paralympic champion makes formal complaint over classification process
Spring wave of hot weather to be treat for nature lovers
BBC News Environment Correspondent Helen Briggs reports that the upcoming mini-heatwave in the UK is not only anticipated by humans but also by wildlife. As migratory birds make their way from distant lands and butterflies prepare to flutter about, the temporary warm spell is predicted to provide a boost to nature. The British Trust for… Continue reading Spring wave of hot weather to be treat for nature lovers
Haverfordwest paddleboard deaths: What lessons have been learnt?
lified in either water safety or rescue. “You were warned not to do this by the fisherman but ignored him, and worse still you turned back and actively encouraged the group to follow you. “You led your friends into a trap and you failed to help them escape from it. You abandoned them in the… Continue reading Haverfordwest paddleboard deaths: What lessons have been learnt?