A determined veteran in recovery from a spinal injury has completed a 150-mile (241km) weighted walk for charity. Philip Burlingham from Gloucestershire joined the Royal Air Force in 1986 and retired in 2019 and then worked as a reservist for the RAF Air Cadets. But in 2023, he had a...

Injured veteran does 150-mile weighted charity walk

The 10 life-sized horses have been designed to celebrate the 300th birthday of artist George Stubbs.

Horse sculpture trail launches in North Lincolnshire

Two residents at a care home for adults with disabilities are set to take on a charity bungee jump. Organisers said the event would raise money for local charity Dementia Jersey and Jersey Cheshire Home, with funds being split equally between the two. Jersey Cheshire Home resident Stanley Baudains, aged...

Care home residents take on charity bungee jump

Guernsey's Torteval Scarecrow Festival raised about £16,000 for local charities despite a rainy start to the two-day event, organisers have said. Held annually, the family event attracts thousands of people with its scarecrow trail around the parish, created by residents. Organisers said on 20 July, the first day of...

Thousands raised for charity from scarecrow event

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There were a number of celebrities who passed away within the past week, including two notable actresses: Shelley Duvall and Shannen Doherty. Shelley Duvall passed away on Thursday July 11th at her home in Blanco, Texas. The cause of death was complications from diabetes and news of her death was confirmed by her partner Dan Gilroy.

Two Beloved Hollywood Actresses Have Passed Away This Week

Andrei Tudorov, Lyuben Gogov, Narcis Titianu, and Ioan Toma died when their car hit a tree.

Families pay tribute to four friends killed in crash

Up to 115 jobs are at risk under plans to close a McCain Foods factory in Lincolnshire. The manufacturer said it had launched a consultation into the future of the plant near Grantham. McCain is proposing to end production of a brand of microwave chips called Fries To Go, which...

Chips factory closure plan puts 115 jobs at risk

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Fans of Frisco's Chicken were left reeling as the beloved Peruvian-style eatery announced the closure of all its locations in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania. The chain, known for its delicious food and strong community values, posted a heartfelt note on its doors, informing customers of the devastating news.

Favorite Chicken Chain Suddenly Closes All Stores, Heartfelt Message Found on Doors

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Yesterday was the third time this year that an ad stating Chelsea Clinton lives in a beautiful Virginia home popped up on my laptop. My computer did not warn me this was a dangerous site, so this time, I clicked on the link.

Chelsea Clinton is rumored to be living in Virginia but probably still in NYC

A man who repeatedly attacked his puppy until it had to be put down, then left an RSPCA inspector with life-changing injuries, has been jailed. Storm Williams from Sutton Coldfield blinded the puppy with his attacks, as well as leaving him with broken bones, bruising, and swelling all over his head and body.

Puppy beaten so badly it had to be put down

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Wendy's birthday was spent away from her loved ones. Virginia Wendy Williams fans, the latest update is not encouraging. The former talk show host turned 60 on July 18 without any of her loved ones around. According to Yahoo, family members remain "out of bounds" and have no access to Wendy as she battles dementia and progressive aphasia.

The family of talk show diva Wendy Williams were unable to celebrate her 60th birthday by her side

Police are investigating a "sickening, heartless assault" on a horse, which was found dead and mutilated in a field. Nottinghamshire Police said Alfie, a 16-year-old traditional tri-coloured cob, was found at a property off Owday Lane, Carlton-in-Lindrick, Worksop, at about 10:30 BST on Thursday. Alfie was last seen fit and...

Horse killed and mutilated in 'cruel' attack

A group of patients have been the first to be transferred to a new mental health ward in Somerset. The NHS said it made the decision to move services from St Andrews in Wells to Yeovil due to the challenges of getting patients to an emergency department when required. The...

First patients transferred to new mental health unit

A mother who was left "suicidal" by the menopause hopes new research will help women be treated more fairly in the workplace. Karen Farquharson, 50, from Aberdeen, successfully sued for unfair dismissal and harassment after being told she used the menopause as an excuse for everything. "Work-wise I just felt...

'Menopause made me feel like I couldn't cope'

A 25-year-old man appears before Leeds magistrates charged with attempted murder and possession of a firearm.

Man charged with attempted murder after shooting

Two men have been arrested on suspicion of murder after the death of an 82-year-old man in Doncaster. Emergency services were called to Mexborough just after 07:30 BST on Thursday, following reports a body had been found in the River Don. Ambulance crews attended and the man was pronounced dead...

Murder arrests after body found in river

Fighters and pundits offer their predictions with Britain's Leon Edwards set to defend his welterweight title against Belal Muhammad at UFC 304 in Manchester this weekend.

Edwards v Muhammad - big fight predictions

Debbie Holland and Sarah Sykes are supporting each other as they live with their cancer diagnoses.

School mums bond over shared cancer journey

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The friends who went on holiday with Jay Slater have paid heartfelt tributes to the “happiest and most smiley person in the room” after a body was discovered in the mountains of Tenerife.Human remains were found on Monday alongside the 19-year-old’s possessions and clothes, with initial police investigations suggesting he “could have suffered an accidental fall”. The body has not yet been formally identified.The apprentice bricklayer vanished almost one month ago after a night out with friends on the Spanish island.Mr Slater’s friend Lucy Mae Law, who first reported him missing to authorities, wrote an emotional post about the teenager...

Jay Slater: Friend who reported teenager missing breaks silence after discovery of a body in Tenerife

The blazes are still out of control as firefighters try to save as many buildings as possible.

'Monster' fires may have destroyed half of historic Canadian town

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Marine lake charity awarded £95k to 'enhance legacy'

Marlens, which looks after Clevedon Marine Lake, say it is \"delighted\" at the \"fantastic...

Marlens, which looks after Clevedon Marine Lake, say it is "delighted" at the "fantastic...

Marine lake charity awarded £95k to 'enhance legacy'

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