Woman who was abused by former partner to speak at Doncaster event
KELLY WALKER Kelly Walker says she wants to help others escape abusive relationships, after her ex-partner was jailed A mother-of-six whose partner threatened to kill her says she wants to raise awareness of abusive relationships and how to escape them. Kelly Walker’s ex-boyfriend, Adria Noblet, became increasingly coercive during their 16-year relationship. He was given […]
Dozens dead as magnitude 7.1 tremor hits Tibet
At least 32 people have been confirmed dead and 38 are injured after a major earthquake struck China’s mountainous Tibet region on Tuesday morning, Chinese state media reported. The earthquake that hit Tibet’s holy Shigatse city around 09:00 local time (01:00 GMT) had a magnitude of 7.1 and a depth of 10 kilometres (six miles), […]
‘My home runs on power of a lightbulb’
BBC Colin Usher said his properties can offer almost zero energy prices while not compromising on living standards An architect whose home runs on the equivalent power of a lightbulb has designed low energy properties which are sending electricity back to the National Grid. A four-bedroom house and a pair of two-bedroom apartments in West […]
Drones could bring in more ‘risky’ items to prison, inspector warns
BBC Latest government figures show the number of drone sightings has doubled since 2022 “More risky things” could come into prisons as more sophisticated drones mean bigger payloads of drugs are being smuggled into jails, HM Chief Inspector of Prisons has warned. Charlie Taylor told the BBC: “We know security is being compromised in lots […]
NI teacher wins prestigious national award
Pearson National Teaching Awards/Another Word Ciara Mulholland, pictured with singer Ryan McMullan and The One Show presenter Ryan Hand, has been recognised for her “outstanding contribution” A teacher from Maghera, in County Londonderry, has said it is an “honour” to get a special award for teaching. Ciara Mulholland, from Saint Patrick’s College in Maghera, has […]
Industry helps young people forge digital careers
Young people in East Sussex who are aiming for careers in the digital sector are to be given the opportunity to receive training by industry professionals. Year 10 students at 10 schools will be set six-month projects, with mentors to guide them. Five schools, in Peacehaven, Robertsbridge, Uckfield and two in St Leonards, have already […]
The men who hid a note in a Scottish lighthouse 132 years ago
Ross Russell Ross Russell found a bottle containing a 132-year-old letter deep inside the walls of Corsewall Lighthouse A rich picture has emerged of the three men who left a message hidden inside the walls of a Scottish lighthouse 132 years ago, thanks to the work of genealogists. Earlier this month BBC Scotland News revealed […]
The superpowers of coatings make possible the impossible
Getty Images Jet engines wouldn’t run without high-performance coatings Jet engines are one of the most jaw-dropping feats of engineering humans have ever come up with. But jet engines shouldn’t be possible, says Ben Beake, director of materials research at Micro Materials, an equipment testing company in Wales. “The air coming in is hotter than […]
Louth residents offered advice on keeping warm this winter
People in Louth will be able to access advice on how to stay warm this winter at a drop-in session. The event, run by East Lindsey District Council on Wednesday, will give residents the chance to ask about grants and funding, how to reduce energy bills and mental health advice. It will take place between […]
A call back in time as KCOM unearths Hull’s old telephones
Rescued and dusted off from garages and warehouses, this collection of phones is unlike any other. It recalls the 120-year history of a unique telephone network in Hull – the only locally owned system to maintain its independence from the national operator that became BT. Known for its distinctive cream phone boxes, Kingston Communications – […]