PE teacher from Plymouth wins gold at Pickleball championships

Post published:September 25, 2025
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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…

Earthquake measuring at least magnitude 6.1 rocks Venezuela | Earthquakes News

Post published:September 25, 2025
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Tremors were felt in several states in Venezuela, including the capital Caracas, and over the border in neighbouring Colombia.Published On 25 Sep 202525 Sep 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareAn earthquake measuring at least magnitude 6.1 on the Richter scale has struck in northwest Venezuela, according to several geological research organisations, sending tremors across the South American country, including the capital Caracas.Tremors were also felt in several other states in Venezuela, as well as over the border…

Ukraine, Syria restore diplomatic ties after breakdown during Assad regime | United Nations News

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Ukraine’s Zelenskyy and Syria’s President Ahmed al-Sharaa discuss cooperation and mutual respect as Ukraine and Syria rebuild diplomatic relations.Published On 25 Sep 202525 Sep 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareUkraine and Syria have formally restored diplomatic relations as their leaders met on the sidelines of the United Nations General Assembly, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy said following his meeting with Syrian interim President Ahmed al-Sharaa.Syria’s Foreign Minister Asaad al-Shaibani, along with an accompanying delegation, also attended the meeting…

‘War has rules’: UN event urges action to protect Palestinian children | United Nations News

Post published:September 24, 2025
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New York City, United States – After nearly being killed in June during an Israeli attack on Gaza, 10-year-old Rasha felt compelled to write her will.“If I become a martyr or pass away, please do not cry for me because your tears cause me pain,” she wrote. “I hope my clothes will be given to those in need.”Recommended Stories list of 3 itemsend of listThaer Ahmad, a Palestinian American physician who has been volunteering in Gaza for the…

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

Post published:September 24, 2025
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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…

Devon and Somerset fire service told to make improvements

Post published:September 24, 2025
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BBCStaff have been urged to record faults and escalate them to senior leadsDevon and Somerset Fire and Rescue Service has been told to make improvements when it comes to issues that may affect the time taken to get to incidents. A revisit inspection of the service by His Majesty's Inspectorate of Constabulary and Fire & Rescue Services in July found "long-standing issues" with the system which had "not previously been resolved in a timely manner".It said some of…

Award-winning cyber law resource has 2025 update

Post published:September 24, 2025
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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…

Russia a ‘paper tiger’: How Trump changed his position on Ukraine, NATO | Russia-Ukraine war News

Post published:September 24, 2025
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United States President Donald Trump said on Tuesday that Ukraine – with the support of the European Union and NATO – can win back its territory captured by Russia since the beginning of the war in Ukraine, in a dramatic U-turn from his previous position that both sides will have to cede land to end the war.Here’s a closer look at what Trump is saying now and how his position has shifted.Recommended Stories list of 4 itemsend of…

Tonnes of rock to protect crumbling east Devon coastline

Post published:September 24, 2025
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Miles DavisDevon political reporterMiles Davis/BBCThousands of tonnes of rocks are being used to protect the coast at Seaton Hole Thousands of tonnes of rock are being delivered by sea to protect crumbling cliffs.About 6,500 tonnes of rock are being brought by barge to Seaton beach on the south coast of Devon, East Devon District Council (EDDC) has said.It said the rock armour would be used to reinforce the base of the cliffs at Seaton Hole where there have…

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

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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…

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

Post published:September 24, 2025
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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…

Syria, Israel edge closer to ‘deescalation’ pact: US envoy | Syria’s War News

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Syria’s al-Sharaa voices hope for deal, warns of regional risks due to Israeli attempts to fragment country.Published On 24 Sep 202524 Sep 2025Click here to share on social mediashare2ShareIsrael is close to striking a “de-escalation” agreement with Syria, after the latter’s President signalled that his country was “scared” of the former’s relentless attacks since the overthrow of Bashar al-Assad’s rule last year.United States Special Envoy for Syria Tom Barrack said on Tuesday that the agreement would see Israel stopping…