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Broadland Highlights Heritage Open Days 2025 with Family-Friendly Activities

Broadland’s rich and diverse history will take centre stage this September as the district joins England’s largest festival of history and culture. Supported by Broadland District Council, Heritage Open Days 2025 will run from 12 to 21 September, offering a variety of free events, guided tours, and interactive exhibitions across the district. From Jacobean architecture […]

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UK Scientists Develop Device to Preserve Breast Milk Microbiome

Investigation / Author

Three UK scientists have made an “accidental discovery” that could transform the way breast milk is stored, helping parents preserve its natural microbiome and support infant gut health. BoobyBiome, a biotechnology company based at the Great Ormond Street Institute of Child Health in London, has raised £2.5 million to develop a new device that removes

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Paedophile Hunters Catch East Harling Man Twice in Online Stings

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A 24-year-old man from Norfolk has avoided jail after being caught twice by paedophile hunter groups while attempting to engage in sexual communication with individuals he believed were underage girls. Jason Crookes, of Windmill Way, East Harling, appeared at Norwich Crown Court on Tuesday, where he admitted: The offences took place in July 2023 and

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Only 44% of UK Kids Aged 14-15 Help with Cleaning, Report Shows

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Fewer than half of children under the age of 15 in the UK regularly help with household chores, according to a landmark survey by Parentkind. The study, based on responses from nearly 6000 parents across England, Scotland, Wales, and Northern Ireland, found that just 44 percent of 14 to 15 year olds participate in cleaning

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Estate Agent Wins £21,411 After “Demotion” Over Office Desk Dispute

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An estate agent has won a £21,411 payout after successfully suing his employer for unfair constructive dismissal following a dispute over his desk position. Nicholas Walker, 53, worked as a branch manager for Robsons, an estate agency in Hertfordshire, for five years before he was transferred to a different branch in 2022. Upon his relocation,

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UK Welfare Spending Could Hit £100 Billion by 2030, Badenoch Warns

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Conservative leader Kemi Badenoch has warned that Britain’s standard of living is “not an entitlement” as she pledged that her party will be the only one pushing for radical welfare reforms. In a speech to accountants in central London, Badenoch urged Prime Minister Sir Keir Starmer to work with the Conservatives to find billions of

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Scientists Explain Why Humans React Instantly to Crying Infants

Health, Investigation / Author

A new study has revealed that the sound of a distressed baby’s cry triggers an automatic emotional and physical reaction in adults, causing both men and women to experience a measurable rise in facial temperature. Researchers at the University of Saint-Etienne in France used thermal imaging technology to track participants’ reactions while they listened to

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Gala Countdown: Meet the Finalists of the NACC National Awards 2025

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The National Association of Care Catering (NACC) has announced the shortlist for the NACC National Awards 2025, recognising outstanding teams and individuals who demonstrate excellence, innovation, and dedication in the care catering sector. The awards celebrate professionals across care homes, Meals on Wheels services, lunch clubs, and suppliers, highlighting those who deliver exceptional service to

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Crime Gangs Using Ireland for Human Trafficking into UK

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Ireland is increasingly being used by organised crime groups to traffic illegal immigrants into the UK, officials have warned. The warning comes after the sentencing of Co Armagh men Daniel Loughran, 36, and Eoin Nolan, 53, for their part in a migrant smuggling operation. The pair tried to transport ten immigrants including eight children from

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Angel Investor Accuses Regulators of Inaction Over Vashi Collapse

Investigation, News / Author

An angel investor whose group lost more than £3 million in the collapse of luxury jewellery firm Vashi has criticised UK regulators and police for failing to launch investigations into the company, which went bust in 2023 with debts of £170 million. Speaking publicly for the first time, Craig Goodfellow said there was “strong evidence”

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