Wincanton Racecourse ‘struggling’ due to weather conditions

Post published:October 24, 2025
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Jack Killah,Wincanton and Chris Lockyer,SomersetBBCTom Ryall from Wincanton Racecourse says not enough rain has fallen this yearA race course in Somerset believes the weather conditions over the last year have contributed to it struggling to fulfil its full race calendar.Wincanton Racecourse has cancelled its meet on Sunday, because not enough rain has fallen to soften the ground. The venue said the lack of rainfall this year has meant its reservoir is not refilling enough, leading to a number…

Wood chopper to compete at Timbersports World Championships

Post published:October 24, 2025
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A wood chopper from Dorset is preparing to take on the world in what is often called "the original extreme sport".Tom Redmond, from Bere Regis, will represent team GB at the Timbersports World Championships in Milan in front of 3,000 fans in the Allianz Cloud Arena.With more than 150 years of tradition, the roots of the sport originated in Australia and New Zealand.This years contest will see 120 axemen from 20 nations competing in four disciplines - in…

Bibby Stockholm asylum seeker on life after leaving barge

Post published:October 24, 2025
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Sophie Cridlandin PortsmouthBBCCedrick left the Bibby Stockholm asylum barge in October 2024 and is now living in PortsmouthAn asylum seeker who was moved off the controversial Bibby Stockholm barge a year ago has said he "will get killed" if he is forced to return to Cameroon.The last residents left the vessel, which was berthed at Portland Port in Dorset, in November. It housed about 500 men awaiting the outcome of their asylum applications.Cedrick, who arrived in the UK…

Cornish Seal Sanctuary alarm over dog attacks on pups

Post published:October 24, 2025
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Seal pups are turning up injured on Cornwall's beaches and the Cornish Seal Sanctuary has said that dogs off leads could be to blame.The sanctuary's animal care team said it had taken in several pups with suspected dog bite wounds.The sanctuary is urging holidaymakers this October half term to give wildlife space and keep pets under control."We're not pointing fingers," said Grace Jones, the sanctuary's conservation officer. "We know people love walking their dogs on the coast, especially…

Perception of fraud as a “victimless” offence can weaken police investigations, study shows

Post published:October 24, 2025
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The perception among some police officers that fraud is a victimless offence can weaken investigations and the support given to those affected, a new study shows. Officers are hampered by having to rely on limited resources and outdated, fragmented local structures which are poorly equipped to address cyber-enabled, cross-border criminal activity, researchers have found. Fraud is the most prevalent crime in the UK and a global concern, causing substantial financial and societal harm, yet it can be deprioritised…

Dartmouth food festival attracts more than 20,000 visitors

Post published:October 24, 2025
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A food festival, which attracts thousands of visitors, is returning for its 21st year.This year's Dartmouth Food Festival is being held between 24 to 26 October from 10:00 BST each day and is free for visitors to explore.Organisers said there would be a chef demo theatre, wine seminars, talks with guests, and market stalls from more than 100 local producers, suppliers and growers.Festival ambassador, Orlando Murrin, said it was a "phenomenal event" that attracted more than 20,000 visitors.The…

Kim Jong Un hails military alliance with Russia, honours Kursk ‘liberators’ | Kim Jong Un News

Post published:October 24, 2025
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Kim marked one year since North Korean troops deployed to fight against Ukraine with the opening of a museum.North Korea’s leader Kim Jong Un has hailed his country’s “invincible” alliance with Russia, as he marked one year since his troops deployed to fight in Moscow’s war against Ukraine with the opening of a museum honouring soldiers who died in battle.Speaking at the groundbreaking ceremony in the capital Pyongyang on Thursday, Kim addressed the families of North Korean soldiers…

How prolific cowboy builder kept up cons despite criminal past

Post published:October 24, 2025
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Martin JonesWest investigationsSubmittedMark Killick has been convicted of fraud four times since 2008Mark Killick is one of Britain's most prolific cowboy builders and has criminal convictions dating back to 1995.His latest crimes, which led to his fourth fraud conviction, involved 37 victims who police estimate lost more than £1.25m between them.The 56-year-old was able to leave prison, legally change his name twice and continue to work in the building trade in the West of England - where he…

EU leaders delay decision on using frozen Russian funds to aid Ukraine | Russia-Ukraine war News

Post published:October 23, 2025
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EU leaders had hoped to agree on a plan to fund a loan of 140 billion euros to bolster Ukraine.Published On 23 Oct 202523 Oct 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareLeaders across the European Union have agreed to help Ukraine fund its fight against Russia’s invasion, but stopped short of approving a plan that would draw from frozen Russian assets to do so, after Belgium raised objections.EU leaders met in Brussels on Thursday to discuss Ukraine’s “pressing…

‘We do not agree’: Mexico’s Claudia Sheinbaum speaks against US air strikes | Donald Trump News

Post published:October 23, 2025
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Mexican President Claudia Sheinbaum has spoken out against the recent spate of air strikes the United States has conducted in the Caribbean Sea and, more recently, the Pacific Ocean.In her morning news conference on Thursday, Sheinbaum was asked about her position on the bombing campaign.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of list“Obviously, we do not agree,” Sheinbaum replied. “There are international laws on how to operate when dealing with the alleged illegal transport of drugs or guns on…

Seikou Janneh: Truro City sign forward on free transfer

Post published:October 23, 2025
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Truro City have signed former Bristol City and Cambridge United forward Seikou Janneh on a free transfer until the end of the season.The 25-year-old has been training with the National League side in recent days after leaving Kuwaiti club Al-Jazira. Janneh, who also had loan spells at Torquay United, Shrewsbury Town and AFC Wimbledon, has played 63 times in the English Football League.His move to the Cornish club, who are third-from-bottom of the National League, is subject to…

Storm Benjamin brings rainbows to Devon and Cornwall

Post published:October 23, 2025
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Rainbows have been wowing people on a day when heavy rain battered the South West. In Devon and Cornwall two weather warnings were cancelled on Thursday after Storm Benjamin was due to hit.Rainfall of 50mm (1.97in) or more had been expected in some areas of Devon and Cornwall.A rainbow is formed by the dispersion of light when it passes through a raindrop and it slows and changes direction, due to water being denser than air. Source link