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East Devon fungus group champions citizen science

East Devon fungus group champions citizen science

A group of mushroom enthusiasts in East Devon are working to bolster fungi conservation efforts.The Three Counties Group of the Fungus Conservation Trust photograph and record the mushrooms they find in a database which is used by organisations that need it.Trustee Hazel Jordan said: "It is used for various different things - whether it be planning, the National Trust, Natural England, students, conservation groups - an amazing amount of things."The charity-run trust wants to encourage more people to…

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Chile snowstorm survivors upset and angry over slow response

Chile snowstorm survivors upset and angry over slow response

BBCAustralian Robyn Lewis is part of a group calling for changes following the response to a snowstorm which killed five people in PatagoniaA survivor of a deadly snowstorm in Patagonia says there is "anger" over the speed of the response.Robyn Lewis was caught up in the storm in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park on 17 November which led to the deaths of five people, including Victoria Bond from Cornwall.Ms Lewis, from Australia, is among more than 50…

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Cornwall stroke survivor says bodysurfing boosted recovery

Cornwall stroke survivor says bodysurfing boosted recovery

BBCDanny Teare has won medals in competitions in France and MoroccoA stroke survivor who has used bodysurfing as part of his recovery is now ranked 20th in the sport in Europe and Africa.Danny Teare, 50, represented the UK in the Euro Open Bodysurf Tour, only six years after suffering a stroke while surfing.Mr Teare, from Camborne, says surfing was "a massive part" of his life before he had the stroke but being in the sea had also helped…

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Bournemouth Film School receives £1.25m of government funding

Bournemouth Film School receives £1.25m of government funding

A university's film school is to receive £1.25m of government funding.Arts University Bournemouth (AUB) is being awarded the capital funding after making a successful bid to the Office for Students (OfS), a non-departmental public body of the Department for Education.The funds are going towards Bournemouth Film School (BFS), the largest film school outside of London.Jonathan Carr, the school's director, said: "The funding will support investment in buildings, facilities, equipment, innovation and future technology for BFS, further enhancing and…

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Strange But True Crime – Body of Proof

Strange But True Crime – Body of Proof

Contains some scenes of a sexual nature and scenes which some viewers may find disturbing.Available for over a yearNHS surgeon Neil Hopper was hailed as a hero when he returned to work after having both his legs amputated, however, he hides a dark secret. His secret? The damage to his legs was self-inflicted. Get in touch via email: behaveyourself@bbc.co.uk. Presenter: Rima Ahmed. Reporter: Tamsin Melville. Written and produced by Luke de Costa. Researcher: Bethan Davies. Social Media: Fede…

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What are the risks of Afghanistan-Pakistan tensions escalating? | News

More attacks in both countries despite peace efforts.Pakistan has been accused of launching air strikes that killed civilians in Afghanistan, a day after three Pakistani security personnel were killed in a bombing.Recent peace efforts and a temporary ceasefire have failed.What’s driving the violence – and what are the risks?Presenter: Imran KhanGuests:Obaidullah Baheer – Adjunct lecturer at the American University of AfghanistanSahar Khan – Security analyst focusing on South AsiaHameed Hakimi – Associate fellow in the Asia-Pacific Programme at…

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Ernie And The Sea Of Ice – Exeter Observer

Ernie And The Sea Of Ice – Exeter Observer
Ernie And The Sea Of Ice – Exeter Observer

Good journalism costs money  Upgrade to paid E O Exeter Observer Local news that matters ON OUR RADAR Quirk Theatre presents a festive family-friendly adventure set in the snowy South Pole. Leigh Curtis Quirk Theatre is bringing a festive family-friendly adventure set in the snowy South Pole to Exeter Phoenix from 14 to 28 December.

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The Wintertime Hotel – Exeter Observer

The Wintertime Hotel – Exeter Observer
The Wintertime Hotel – Exeter Observer

Good journalism costs money  Upgrade to paid E O Exeter Observer Local news that matters ON OUR RADAR An immersive family-friendly production by Theatre Alibi and Angel Exit Theatre. Leigh Curtis An immersive family-friendly production featuring a cast of peculiar characters and wondrous creatures set in a magical hotel high in the trees is taking

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John Newman: Ex-Plymouth, Birmingham and Exeter defender dies aged 91

John Newman: Ex-Plymouth, Birmingham and Exeter defender dies aged 91

Former Plymouth Argyle and Birmingham City defender John Newman, who was also one of Exeter City's longest-serving managers, has died at the age of 91.Newman began his career with Birmingham in 1951 and was part of the side that won the Division Two title in 1954-55 and reached the 1956 FA Cup final, which they lost to Manchester City.After moving to Leicester City a year later, Hereford-born Newman joined Argyle, for whom he would go on to make…

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Erin Osborne: Former Australia spinner named Somerset Women head coach

Erin Osborne: Former Australia spinner named Somerset Women head coach

In 2023, Osborne became head coach of the club - which she had captained during her playing career - and moved up to their female programme lead earlier this year."Erin was the standout candidate for the position, and her knowledge and experience, aligned with her drive to succeed, really resonated with the panel, and will stand the club in good stead moving forward," said Somerset director of cricket Andy Hurry."Her coaching path to date has seen Erin gain…

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