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 during the holidays, but even friendly dogs can scare or hurt vulnerable pups."The…

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 Officers are hampered by having to rely on limited resources and outdated, fragmented local structures which are poorly equipped to address cyber-enabled, cross-border criminal activity, researchers have found.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 within policing. Researchers interviewed twenty-four experienced police officers across various roles and ranks…

Dartmouth food festival attracts more than 20,000 visitors

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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 festival began as a cluster of stalls worked by local artisans, said Mr…

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 who “fought in the operations for liberating Kursk”, as he said their deployment…

How prolific cowboy builder kept up cons despite criminal past

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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 was able to repeatedly defraud customers.The prosecution in his latest trial said 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 financial needs” for the next two years. Many leaders had hoped the talks…

‘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 international waters, and we have expressed this to the government of the United…

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 international clearance. Should clearance come in time he could make his debut in…

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

Yeovil sign defender Jolliffe on loan

Post published:October 23, 2025
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Yeovil sign defender Max Jolliffe on loan from Colchester United until the end of the season. Source link

Devon care home fined £200K after two disabled residents drowned

Post published:October 23, 2025
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Jonathan MorrisSouth WestDevon and Cornwall PoliceAlison Tilsley, 63, and former rugby player Alex Wood, 43, died in the incidentA care home has been ordered to pay more than £200,000 after two wheelchair users drowned and a third was seriously hurt when a leaking boat capsized during a day trip.Exeter Magistrates' Court heard Burdon Grange Care Home, near Beaworthy in Devon, failed to carry out basic safety checks before taking six residents to Roadford Lake, near Launceston, Cornwall, in June 2022. The group hired a "wheelyboat" designed for wheelchair users but it…

Navy engineers recreate photo after ‘surreal’ discovery

Post published:October 23, 2025
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Two Royal Navy helicopter engineers have discovered their fathers also served together a quarter of a century ago.Harvey Lewis and Sam Skelson, who are based at RNAS Yeovilton in Somerset, were maintaining a Wildcat helicopter aboard frigate HMS Iron Duke when Harvey made the discovery.He spoke to his father, Gaz Lewis, about his squadron, who mentioned the surname rang a bell as he had served with Andrew Skelson aboard HMS Exeter in 1999.Harvey said it was a "surreal" feeling, with the pair going on to recreate a photograph of their fathers…