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Firefighters tackling Exmouth house fire

Firefighters are tackling a blaze at a house in a seaside town.The incident was reported at about 12:50 BST on Friday on Claredale Road in Exmouth, with six crews from Devon and Somerset Fire Service being sent to the scene.The fire service said its crews were working internally and externally at the property to contain the spread of the flames.A spokesperson added the crews had been removing plasterboard and roof tiles as part of efforts to prevent further…

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Exeter to Help Lead £11.5 Million AI Evidence Project

Exeter academics are playing a leading role in a new £11.5 million AI-driven initiative hoping to transform how governments around the world use research evidence. The Mobilising Evidence Through AI and User-informed Synthesis (METIUS) project will take specific aim at the decision-making process for urgent issues like climate change, education, and public safety. The project is led by Queen’s University, Belfast, in collaboration with the University of Exeter, and supported by NIHR Applied Research Collaboration South West Peninsula (PenARC).…

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Tegan Finn: Plymouth Argyle youngster relishing senior opportunities

Growing up as an Argyle fan - his favourite player was Graham Carey - has given Finn a love for the club that is is matched by his talent.Former boss Wayne Rooney gave Finn his debut away at Leeds United as a 16-year-old making him the sixth youngest debutant in the club's history.He says his dream is to impress in front of the fans at Home Park that he was once sat with - as well as earn…

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Exeter City’s Ilmari Niskanen helps steer young people from crime

An Exeter City footballer hopes to use his own "positive and negative" experiences to encourage young people to stay in education and away from crime.Finnish midfielder Ilmari Niskanen, who was convicted of a drink driving offence in March, is taking part in a new scheme set up by the Exeter City Community Trust.Change Our Path targets 12-18 year-olds identified as being involved in - or at risk of - youth crime and educational disengagement.Niskanen said he wants to…

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Pioneering University-led global sustainability programme celebrated on SDG flag day

Pioneering University-led global sustainability programme celebrated on SDG flag day

The impact of a collaborative international programme co-led by the University, which enables students to tackle real-world sustainability challenges, has been hailed on SDG Flag Day. The Future17 SDG Programme is a pioneering international initiative that connects students across six continents with real-world challenges aligned with the United Nations Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs). Delivered in partnership by QS Quacquarelli Symonds and Exeter, Future17 is backed by innovative businesses, NGOs, and start-ups who bring their challenges and opportunities for…

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PE teacher from Plymouth wins gold at Pickleball championships

PE teacher from Plymouth wins gold at Pickleball championships

Caroline RobinsonSouth WestKirsty GrayKirsty Gray (holding racket) won the gold medal in the senior ladies eventA teacher who has only been playing pickleball for a year has won a gold medal in the senior ladies event at the European Pickleball Championships in Rome.Kirsty Gray, from Plymouth, said she was "completely in shock" after winning the contest.Thirty countries took part in the European Pickleball Federation's second European Team Championships from 19 to 21 September.Gray said: "I keep looking back…

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Early changes during brain development may hold the key to autism and schizophrenia

Researchers at the University of Exeter have created a detailed temporal map of chemical changes to DNA through development and aging of the human brain, offering new insights into how conditions such as autism and schizophrenia may arise. The team studied epigenetic changes – chemical tags on our DNA that control how genes are switched on or off. These changes are crucial in regulating the expression of genes, guiding brain cells to develop and specialise correctly. One important…

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Jack Mackenzie: Plymouth Argyle defender suffers further injury setback

Plymouth Argyle defender Jack Mackenzie will be out for a further four to six weeks after suffering from shin splints.The 25-year-old has yet to play for the Pilgrims since his summer move from Aberdeen after suffering tendonitis in his knee during pre-season.But having overcome that problem the Scottish Cup winner has been sidelined with a new issue which will likely keep him out until November.It is another blow to the Pilgrims who have lost Julio Pleguezuelo, Caleb Watts…

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Award-winning cyber law resource has 2025 update

Experts from around the world have worked together to expand a unique resource that helps countries, militaries, and academics understand how international law applies to cyber activities. The new material explores issues such as the peaceful settlement of cyber disputes, accountability for crimes against humanity committed through cyber means, and data collection in occupied territory. By combining new scenarios with updated incidents and national positions, the annual update ensures that the Cyber Law Toolkit remains a trusted reference…

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Exeter’s success in supporting local regeneration recognised in national assessment

The University of Exeter’s firm  commitment to working with regional businesses to stimulate local regeneration been recognised in a comprehensive national assessment. New data from the Knowledge Exchange Framework (KEF), produced by Research England, is a landmark tool that helps universities and policymakers understand how higher education is driving forwards to achieve economic growth and societal benefit across England. Now in its fifth year, KEF shines  a light on how different universities collaborate with businesses, communities, and public…

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New season a chance for Exeter Chiefs ‘reset’ – Rob Baxter

Exeter Chiefs boss Rob Baxter said the new Gallagher Prem season is a chance for his side to have a "reset" after last year's poor campaign.The Chiefs finished second from bottom, winning just four matches, as they recorded the worst top-flight season in their history. It was the fourth successive season that Exeter failed to reach the Premiership final, having reached the previous six.Long-serving coaches Ali Hepher and Rob Hunter have left the club, while a number of…

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Eight Devon fundraisers are finalists in BBC’s Make a Difference

Eight Devon fundraisers are finalists in BBC’s Make a Difference

BBCOarsome Foursome raised £1,000 for YMCA ExeterEight local fundraisers who embraced their own hobbies to raise nearly £100,000 for local organisations are finalists in BBC Radio Devon's Make A Difference Awards.Kayaking the Exe, climbing Everest, swimming in the North and South Poles and baking have raised thousands of pounds for charities across the county.Jamie Lake climbed Everest to support others living with Huntingdon's Disease, while Adam Baker and Charlie Fleury swam in the North and South Poles for…

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