Exeter researchers lead digital reconstruction of historic Italian chapel and altarpiece for international art exhibition

Post published:October 2, 2025
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A beautiful altarpiece finished by a Renaissance-era master painter has been digitally reconstructed by scholars at the University of Exeter for an international exhibition. The Strozzi Altarpiece, with its stunning central ‘Deposition’, has been mapped and modelled by specialists in Art History and Visual Studies at Exeter, along with the chapel in the sacristy of Santa Trinita in which it was originally located. Members of the Florence4D project, which the University runs in collaboration with counterparts in Cambridge,…

Israel threatens all staying in Gaza City, kills at least 13 in enclave | Israel-Palestine conflict News

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Israeli Defence Minister Katz says anyone who stays in Gaza City will be considered ‘terrorists and terror supporters’.Published On 2 Oct 20252 Oct 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareAt least 13 Palestinians have been killed in Israeli attacks since dawn across Gaza as Israel threatened tens of thousands remaining in Gaza City with a forced order to leave, saying it was their “last opportunity” to flee or face the “full force” of Israel’s assault.Defence Minister Israel Katz…

Views sought on revamp to Exeter city centre entrance

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People are being asked for their say on proposed changes to a gateway into Exeter city centre.The aim is to transform the layout of Barnfield Road and make it more welcoming, said Devon County Council.The scheme, which spans from Princesshay to Denmark Road, seeks to improve pedestrian and cyclist safety, enhance public spaces, and adjust vehicle flows, said the council.About 2,000 pedestrians and 500 cyclists use Barnfield Road every weekday, according to the authority.The project is divided into…

FBI cuts ties with Anti-Defamation League amid conservative backlash | Police News

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FBI Director Kash Patel announces break with anti-Semitism watchdog amid outrage over description of Charlie Kirk.The top law enforcement agency in the United States has cut ties with the Anti-Defamation League (ADL), accusing the Jewish advocacy organisation and anti-Semitism watchdog of spying on conservatives.FBI Director Kash Patel made the announcement on Wednesday after prominent conservative influencers, including Elon Musk, pounced on the ADL’s inclusion of the murdered right-wing activist Charlie Kirk in its “Glossary of Extremism and Hate”.Recommended…

Israel intercepts Gaza Sumud flotilla vessels: What we know so far | Israel-Palestine conflict News

Post published:October 1, 2025
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Israel has intercepted the Global Sumud Flotilla, which had been attempting to break Israel’s blockade of Gaza, and had garnered global attention as one of the biggest naval aid missions to the Palestinian enclave.The Global Sumud Flotilla – carrying more than 40 civilian boats and about 500 activists – was boarded by Israeli forces late on Wednesday, with activists on board detained and taken to Israel.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listIsrael had previously said that it…

Danish PM warns that Russia is waging hybrid war on Europe | News

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Danish Prime Minister Mette Frederiksen has warned that Europe must arm itself to respond to Russia’s hybrid warfare.“I hope that everybody recognises now that there is a hybrid war and one day it’s Poland, the other day it’s Denmark, and next week it will probably be somewhere else that we see sabotage or we see drones flying,” Frederiksen told reporters on Wednesday.Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listShe was hosting a summit of European leaders as they…

Major incident declared on M5 after car transporter fire

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A major incident was declared by emergency services after a stretch of the M5 was closed earlier in both directions due to a fire on a lorry carrying electric vehicles. The motorway was shut in Devon between junction 28 at Cullompton and junction 29 for Exeter at about 06:30 BST and two the southbound lanes reopened at about 18:00.It said a car transporter carrying nine electric vehicles caught fire on the southbound carriageway.The northbound side of the road…

A history of US government shutdowns: Every closure and how long it lasted | Donald Trump News

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The United States federal government shut down at 12:01am East Coast time (04:01 GMT) on Wednesday after Congress failed to pass a new spending bill, forcing operations considered inessential to close.President Donald Trump has threatened to use the budget deadlock to push through mass layoffs of federal employees.Democrats and Republicans remain divided over spending priorities as Democrats push to protect healthcare, social programmes and foreign aid while Republicans demand cuts.This is not the first time Washington has faced…

Celebrate Diwali, the festival of lights, at the University of Exeter

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Everyone is invited to celebrate Diwali with fireworks, dancing and delicious food at the University of Exeter. Students hope those of all ages in the local community will join them to mark the festival of lights. The festivities will take place on Sunday 19 October 2025 on the University’s Streatham campus. It will begin at 2:30pm with a traditional Puja led by the Hindu Chaplain in the Forum building. People can then enjoy browsing stalls and taking part…

Fears online GP appointment changes could add ‘pressure’ to staff

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Anna VarleSouth West andGeorge ThorpeSouth WestBBCDr Elpitha Bruce believed striking a balance between the needs of patients and staff was importantDoctors and patients have raised concerns about all GP practices in England being made to offer online booking systems.As part of the move which was ordered by the government and started on Wednesday, surgeries will have to provide the service from 08:00 to 18:30 Monday to Friday.GPs in Devon and Cornwall said the system could put extra pressure…

All-female tuna fishing crew aim to inspire others

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The first all-female Atlantic Bluefin tuna fishing crew to launch from Salcombe has set sail. The crew, comprised of women from marine charities, female skippers, and even a member of Team England Angling had the goal of inspiring other women to join the industry.Hannah Rudd, head of marine at the Angling Trust said: "There are so many different career options for so many different interests, whether you want to go into policy, be a scientist, work in recreational…

Plymouth sees start of ‘one of the biggest’ play areas

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Work to create "one of the biggest city centre play areas in the country" has started, a council has said.In July, the first part of Plymouth's Armada Way regeneration project opened to the public.The city centre scheme has been the subject of debate after more than 100 trees were felled in March 2023.Councillor Mark Lowry said Plymouth City Council wanted the play village to be "a destination in its own right".He said: "The High Street has changed dramatically…