Monthly Archives: November 2025

Christchurch School warns parents of anti-social behaviour

Christchurch School warns parents of anti-social behaviour

A school has warned parents about a group of young people causing disruption, threatening members of the public and allegations of dealing drugs.Twynham School in Christchurch, Dorset, is encouraging parents to "keep a close eye for any changes in behaviour or routine" in their children.The individuals gathering outside the school are not students and have been seen wearing hoods and facemasks, the school said.Dorset Police said it was aware of reports, as well as others in the wider…

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Jake Richards: Exeter City and Luton Town agree compensation for midfielder

Jake Richards: Exeter City and Luton Town agree compensation for midfielder

He is the latest academy player that Exeter have sold in recent years following the likes of Jay Stansfield, Alfie Pond, Jack Stacey and most memorably Ollie Watkins and Ethan Ampadu.Neither club has disclosed if there is a sell-on clause in the agreement.Richards has made six starts and five substitute appearances for the Hatters this season, scoring his first Luton goal in the 3-0 win at Stockport County earlier this month. "Jake is someone I see bits of…

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‘Worms in space’ experiment aims to investigate the biological effects of spaceflight

Universities of Exeter and Leicester collaborate on mission to send nematode worms to the International Space Station A crew of tiny worms will be heading on a mission to the International Space Station in 2026 that will help scientists understand how humans can travel through space safely, using a Leicester-built space pod. The experiment is based upon a concept and early development by the University of Exeter over more than 8 years A team of scientists and engineers…

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‘Clifton Suspension Bridge’ and ’emergency choir’

‘Clifton Suspension Bridge’ and ’emergency choir’

PA MediaThe Clifton Suspension Bridge has been undergoing restoration for the last two yearsHere's our daily pick of stories from across local websites in the West of England, and interesting content from social media.Our pick of local website storiesOur top three from yesterdayWhat to watch on social media Source link

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Petition launched after flooded Tarka Line issues

Petition launched after flooded Tarka Line issues

Alison StephensonLocal Democracy Reporting ServiceDavid SmithNorth Devon MP, Ian Roome, launched the petitionA petition has been launched after commuters faced more than a week of train cancellations due to flooding. North Devon MP, Ian Roome, who launched the petition, said ongoing problems on the Tarka Line, in Devon, were "totally unacceptable" and residents had been left with "a second class service".Earlier in November, rail passengers and campaigners called for change on the line due to delays, cancellations, flooding,…

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Panini launch first sticker collection featuring all 72 EFL clubs

Panini launch first sticker collection featuring all 72 EFL clubs

The first-ever sticker collection to feature players from all 72 clubs across the Championship, League One and League Two has been launched.The album - the first collaboration between the English Football League and Panini in more than 20 years - was unveiled at the National Football Museum in Manchester. Current players, including Doncaster striker Billy Sharp, Chesterfield forward and former Northern Ireland international Will Grigg and Blackburn skipper Todd Cantwell, along with EFL icons such as Curtis Davies,…

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Will a global oil glut push prices lower in 2026? | Oil and Gas

The International Energy Agency warns of an oil surplus in 2026, but OPEC+ predicts a balanced market.The world could be producing more oil than it needs next year.An oversupply usually pushes the price of oil lower. For consumers, that means cheaper transport, shipping and flight costs.Until now, the OPEC+ group appeared to shrug off worries over a glut. It had been unwinding output cuts, putting more barrels on the market to regain share. But, with its new forecasts…

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Education and health care plans for Send children explained

Education and health care plans for Send children explained

As campaigners call on ministers not to cut care plans for children with special educational needs and disabilities (Send), BBC Politics South looks at what extra help is currently available - and how it is funded.Reforms to the system in England have been delayed by the government until next year.It comes as the number of children and young people in England with an education, health and care plans (EHCP) has increased to 638,745, the highest number since they…

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Snowfall and icy roads in parts of Devon and Cornwall

Snowfall and icy roads in parts of Devon and Cornwall

Snow has fallen across parts of Devon and Cornwall, with icy roads and heavy hail showers reported.A Met Office yellow weather warning for snow and ice is in force across Cornwall and parts of Devon until 23:59.Icy road conditions have been reported on the A30 in the Temple area, and heavy hail showers have caused tricky conditions in Fraddon.Snow has been reported in Bodmin, Camelford, Tavistock, Princetown, Okehampton and Plympton.Councils sent gritters out overnight, and drivers have been…

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Formula 1: Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri – who will win title?

Formula 1: Lando Norris or Oscar Piastri – who will win title?

They might have tried, but Hollywood couldn't have scripted it any better.The Formula 1 title race is perfectly poised going into the final three races of the season. McLaren team-mates Lando Norris and Oscar Piastri are separated by just 24 points - in Norris' favour - with a maximum of 83 still available.Damon Hill, F1 World Champion (for Williams in 1996) and BBC 5 Live pundit, knows what it is like to feel the pressure of an impending…

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Plymouth Argyle: What has gone wrong at struggling League One side?

Plymouth Argyle: What has gone wrong at struggling League One side?

Wayne Rooney. The former England captain turned the spotlight on Home Park in the summer of 2024 when he was named as Foster's permanent successor.That was despite having a torrid spell as Birmingham City boss the season before as they went from a play-off place to finishing a point behind the Pilgrims in the final relegation spot. He won just four games and left on New Year's Eve as a club that had been hailed for their foresight…

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