Addiction: The ‘often overlooked’ impact on loved ones

When Claire Harkin met her husband 11 years ago, she was unaware of the secret he harboured that would eventually shatter her world. For years, Michael Harkin’s life was consumed…

New hope for children with severe epilepsy after Manchester study

Scientists in Manchester have played a pivotal role in identifying a rare neurodevelopmental disorder, now understood to be one of the most significant genetic culprits behind severe childhood epilepsy. This…

Kris Jenner images flood Chinese social media in good luck trend

In a peculiar and rapidly spreading phenomenon, images of American reality television personality and businesswoman Kris Jenner have become a viral sensation on Chinese social media platforms, including Weibo and…

Is there such a thing as good screen time for under fives?

A recent report from the Department of Education has recommended that children under the age of five should have no more than one hour of screen time per day. This…

Artemis II: Why is Nasa sending people back to the Moon?

In a monumental stride for space exploration, NASA is poised to launch the Artemis II mission, sending four astronauts on a historic voyage around our celestial neighbour, the Moon. This…

Life with TSW: ‘Our skin is falling off and no-one can tell us why’

Bethany Gamble was prescribed steroid creams from the tender age of two to manage her eczema. For years, these potent remedies kept her skin condition in check, a manageable aspect…

North Wessex Downs bid for £1m in enhancements

Wiltshire Council has officially thrown its weight behind the North Wessex Downs National Landscape’s ambitious bid for this crucial funding. The council’s endorsement paves the way for the NWDNL to…

Daventry free prom hire boutique set up for two schools by parent

The genesis of Prom ReStyle Daventry stemmed directly from Kilby’s personal experience. As her twin daughters approached their prom year, the reality of purchasing suitable outfits became a significant concern.…

No evidence of ‘family voting’ in Gorton and Denton by-election

The by-election, held on February 26th, saw a significant political upset as Green Party MP Hannah Spencer secured a victory in what has historically been considered a Labour stronghold. This…

Service charges rise concerning residents across the West

The core problem lies in the opaque nature of these charges and the limited power residents have over their imposition. When individuals purchase a property, particularly a leasehold flat or…