NewsFeedChina has begun two days of military exercises around Taiwan, including live-fire drills that Beijing says simulate a blockade of key ports. Taiwan condemned the move, launching fighter jets, and…
An animal rescue centre said less people have been adopting its dogs due to animals' behavioural issues.Gables Cats and Dogs Home in Plymouth said some dogs in its care were…
With Exeter's marquee summer signing Len Ikitau ruled out until March with a shoulder injury, the Chiefs turned to Will Rigg at inside centre.The 25-year-old made his first league start…
There is "no evidence" drugs used to treat menopausal women either increases and slashes the risk of dementia, researchers have said.A study conducted by University College London, with support from…
A level crossing could soon be widened to provide a new pedestrian link after 145 homes were approved nearby.Network Rail plans to reroute a public right of way over Cathole…
AFPKate Bush said Matthew Upham was kind, thoughtful and a great deal of funSinger-songwriter Kate Bush said she was "heartbroken" after her friend went missing during a Christmas Day swim…
blinking-dotLive updatesLive updates, Russia shells the eastern Ukrainian city of Sloviansk, killing at least one and injuring five others.Published On 29 Dec 202529 Dec 2025Click here to share on social…
National TrustInitial surveys were carried out by Dr Ken Collins, accompanied by Brownsea ranger Sophie GilesThe waters around an island nature reserve are to be surveyed for the first time…
Stephen StaffordSouth of EnglandBBCThe first BBC regional website in the south of England launched in December 2000It was December 2000 - the world had survived the Millennium Bug and the…
Chris LockyerandClara Bullock,SomersetHarriet Gordon-BrownChase Africa is educating women in Africa about healthcareA charity from Somerset that promotes healthcare for women in Africa is celebrating 25 years of work. Chase Africa…