Louise Lewis recently raised an interesting question about whether the distinctive properties of the nine times table in base 10 apply similarly in other number systems. Ian Harley responds by explaining that while quirky patterns do occur in different bases, the multiplier changes accordingly. For instance, in base 7, it is the six times table… Continue reading Multiplying the times table fun with other number bases | Brief letters
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Work to start next month on upgrades to boost safety and accessibility on Wavertree High Street
Starting next month, a series of enhancements on Wavertree High Street and Picton Road will commence, aiming to improve travel along this important route in Liverpool. These works represent the latest stage in a broader initiative funded through more than £2 million from the Liverpool City Region’s Key Route Network Levelling Up Programme. The scheduled… Continue reading Work to start next month on upgrades to boost safety and accessibility on Wavertree High Street
Football fans urged to know their limit as Liverpool promotes safer nights out
As the World Cup begins, Liverpool City Council is urging supporters to embrace the excitement of the event while being mindful about when to stop drinking in order to look after themselves and those around them. The campaign, titled ‘Call It! Enjoy More, Drink Less,’ is a collaborative effort involving Merseyside Police, Liverpool John Moores… Continue reading Football fans urged to know their limit as Liverpool promotes safer nights out
Liverpool sees sharp drop in sexually transmitted infections (STIs) but experts urge residents to keep testing
Health officials have welcomed the recent notable decline in sexually transmitted infections (STIs) throughout the city, attributing this progress in part to sustained high testing rates, which are crucial for early detection and ongoing reduction of infections. Liverpool has experienced a remarkable 17.8% decrease in STI diagnoses, a figure that surpasses the national average reduction… Continue reading Liverpool sees sharp drop in sexually transmitted infections (STIs) but experts urge residents to keep testing
Liverpool brings NHS-style health checks to community venues
Liverpool residents now have easier access to free and rapid health screenings thanks to the deployment of new self-service health stations at the Lifestyles Alsop and Garston Centres. This project is supported by Liverpool City Council’s Public Health team and funded by Public Health Liverpool, aiming to provide quick health assessments within community spaces. The… Continue reading Liverpool brings NHS-style health checks to community venues
Commissioning callout: Home – A Celebration of Place
Culture Liverpool is seeking innovative and imaginative proposals from artists and arts organisations to develop dynamic, place-based residencies across the city. This initiative forms part of their new programme, Creative Neighbourhoods: Home – A Celebration of Place, which aims to highlight the strength and uniqueness of Liverpool’s communities through creative expression. The programme emphasizes not… Continue reading Commissioning callout: Home – A Celebration of Place
Liverpool gives drink driving the red card
As anticipation for the World Cup mounts, Liverpool City Council is advising fans to plan ahead and avoid getting behind the wheel if they intend to consume alcohol. With large crowds expected to gather in pubs, bars, and private homes to watch the matches, the Council emphasizes that just one impaired driving decision can lead… Continue reading Liverpool gives drink driving the red card
A celebration of Father’s Day
Residents of Liverpool are encouraged to commemorate Father’s Day this year by visiting Anfield Crematorium. On Sunday, 21 June, the crematorium will welcome visitors from 12 pm to 2 pm, providing an opportunity for quiet reflection. A brief remembrance service is scheduled to take place at 1 pm during the open hours. This event is… Continue reading A celebration of Father’s Day
Liverpool sees significant drop in young people smoking and vaping
Recent data from Trading Standards North West reveals a significant reduction in smoking and vaping among young people in Liverpool. According to their annual Youth Survey, the percentage of regular smokers aged 14 to 17 has dropped to a historic low of just 1 percent. Moreover, 93 percent of respondents say they have never smoked… Continue reading Liverpool sees significant drop in young people smoking and vaping
New LGBTQ+ Suicide Awareness Training launched to support safer, more inclusive conversations
The Zero Suicide Alliance (ZSA), collaborating with Liverpool City Council, has introduced a new LGBTQ+ Suicide Awareness Training course aimed at enhancing confidence in supporting mental health struggles within LGBTQ+ communities. This training, offered online at no cost, integrates lived experiences, community perspectives, and clinical knowledge to shed light on the specific factors that influence… Continue reading New LGBTQ+ Suicide Awareness Training launched to support safer, more inclusive conversations