The Independent

 A circus performer has proven a real hit with residents from a care home.Jasmin Edwards, 32, visited Castle Dene care home in Bournemouth, Dorset to conduct a workshop.During the performance the residents, many of whom have dementia, took part in juggling and plate spinning.Miss Edwards said she had created the show as part of her work with the Arts by the Sea project for which she was focusing on women aging in the arts.The visits to care homes were part of a broader initiative to integrate often-overlooked communities into the arts, creating moments of joy and connection for all...

Spreading joy: Circus performer brings laughter and life to care home residents

Harry Peksa, known as HedgyHarry, has been cycling 2,300 miles with his father Nick.

Cyclist, 10, raises £15,000 for animal charity

The Lee Mill Bookshed has books, toys, games, second hand school uniforms for the local community.

Bus shelter from 1960s turned into community hub

The event was cancelled in April, due to wet weather and unsafe road conditions.

Thousands to support charity motorbike convoy

Los Angeles, CA

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Herbie J Pilato

It's been more than four decades since former child star William “Billie” Thomas Jr. died in Los Angeles of a heart attack at only 49 on October 10, 1980. Best known as "Buckwheat," the character he portrayed in the original Hal Roach-ignited Our Gang/Little Rascals classic film shorts from 1934 to 1944, Thomas faced similar challenges and misfortunes of several of his co-stars and other former child actors. This is his story.

Billie "Buckwheat" Thomas - 'Little Rascals'/'Our Gang' Child Star: 44 Years After His Tragic Death

NewsNinja

‘This is a game changer.’ Ordering off the kid’s menu comes with a certain set of expectations. Small portions, lower prices—possibly an age restriction—but generally, nothing too off-base as far as ordering food.

‘For $6, who cares?’: Applebee’s customer shocked after ordering both adult and kids’ cheeseburgers

Los Angeles County, CA

Actor Van Johnson, who died in 2007, was one of Hollywood's ideal films idols. In the 1940s, the charming screen icon was box office gold, and remained a popular presence on TV in shows like Murder, She Wrote (which starred his good friend Angela Lansbury).

The Secret Gay Life & Horrific Car Accident of Actor Van Johnson: 16 Years After His Tragic Death

Hundreds of tents have been left behind by campers attending Leeds Festival over the bank holiday weekend. Video shared on social media showed tents, airbeds and other items scattered across the Bramham Park site. Leeds City Council approved a number of applications from charities who planned to remove unwanted equipment,...

Hundreds of tents left behind after Leeds Festival

Kenyan influencer Elsa Majimbo's now-deleted rant against giving family members cash renews a debate.

'Black tax' - why some young Africans want to stop sending money back home

Older people who rely on Caerphilly council's Meals Direct are urging councillors not to cut the service.

Don't cut our meals on wheels, plead older people

The Standard

The family of physiotherapist Sam Winter say they are ‘devastated’ by his death

'Gentle and kind' charity volunteer, 28, who died after Southwark Tube station attack named

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Alamogordo Conservative Daily

Command Sgt. Maj. Harold “Ed” Jarrell has been relieved as the senior enlisted for the Army’s 1st Information Operations Command, an Army spokesperson confirmed, marking the third time within a month and the second within a week, that the Army has fired a command sergeant major of a brigade or larger unit as per Task and Purpose.

The Army Fires 3rd Command Sergeant Major in a Month: Command Sgt. Maj. Harold "Ed" Jarrel

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Horoscope of the Day, Saturday, August 31st

After buying a 200-year-old hall to renovate, Andrew and Louisa Godfrey made a heavenly discovery.

Couple renovating manor uncover 'priceless' angels

An extensive search for an Indian woman who disappeared into a pavement sinkhole in Kuala Lumpur hit a snag on its eighth day, as authorities now say it is "too risky" to continue deploying divers. The incident has gripped Malaysia, with some 110 rescuers working around the clock this past...

Search for woman swallowed by 8m sinkhole now 'too risky'

The government confirms three more cases of bluetongue virus in Norfolk and Suffolk.

Three more cases of bluetongue disease confirmed

Fire crews from Bedfordshire say they will be at the scene, near the A5, for several hours.

Firefighters tackle 'large' hay bale blaze

North Carolina State

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Maine lobster, Alaska salmon, and catfish from the Louisiana bayou—across the United States, you can find some of the best fish and seafood around. Whether you enjoy classic dishes like lobster rolls, gumbo, and clam chowder or prefer international options such as sushi and fish tacos, there's a seafood restaurant in the country that will impress you.

North Carolina Eatery Crowned 'The Best Seafood Restaurant' in The State

Aminadab Temesgen was caught throwing missiles during the Plymouth riots.

Rioting student 'destroyed' chance of becoming lawyer

A couple were married in Jersey Hospice’s garden hours before the husband died. David and Alison Bothwell had a ceremony on 15 August with family, friends and staff in attendance. Mrs Bothwell said it was "absolutely wonderful" and the "perfect ending for his life". She has praised hospice staff...

Couple marry at hospice hours before husband dies

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Bike ride organisation 'seems to bring out the joy'

A woman who volunteers for a company providing bike rides to socially isolated people has said it \"seems to bring out the joy in everybody\". Cycling...

A woman who volunteers for a company providing bike rides to socially isolated people has said it "seems to bring out the joy in everybody". Cycling...

Bike ride organisation 'seems to bring out the joy'

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