Poisoned British lawyer’s mother made 16-hour journey to be at her bedside
The mother of a British lawyer who died after allegedly being served drinks laced with methanol in Laos has revealed the “horrendous” 16-hour journey she made to be at her…
Redmaids’ High celebrates 390 years of empowering girls’ education
Redmaids’ High School in Bristol proudly marks its 390th anniversary this year, celebrating nearly four centuries as the oldest surviving independent girls’ school in the UK. This milestone was commemorated…
Putin signs off record Russian defence spending
Russian President Vladimir Putin has approved budget plans which raise 2025 military spending to record levels as Moscow seeks to prevail in the war in Ukraine. Around 32.5% of the…
Post Office branch closures ‘out-on-out war’ on Britain’s access to cash: ‘Catastrophic!’
The Post Office has declared an “out-on-out war” on cash users across Britain following its recent announcement that over 100 of its branches have been earmarked for closure, according to…
Cabot Circus skatepark gets new home at Bristol primary
May Park Primary School has flipped the script on traditional playgrounds by unveiling its very own skatepark, designed by the pupils themselves. The skate park had previously featured as a…
Bottle Yard Studios sale faces backlash from Equity union
Equity is demanding that Bristol City Council keeps its promise to engage in ‘real and meaningful’ consultation about the proposed sale of Bottle Yard Studios. Equity officials have written to…
Michael Mosley’s 10-minute fitness tip ‘boosts metabolism more than half-hour workout’
Dr Michael Mosley has shared how short, 10-minute bursts of exercise may be more beneficial to your health than working out for 30 minutes at a time. The health expert,…
Doctor issues warning over ‘silent’ cancer that most people catch too late
A doctor has issued a stark warning about a type of cancer with one of the lowest survival rates. Pancreatic cancer is often dubbed a ‘silent’ killer as its symptoms…
Romanians vote in parliamentary elections as far right hopes to make gains
Parliamentary elections come a week after a right-wing candidate won most votes in the first round of the presidential election. A woman casts her vote in the country’s parliamentary election…
Quay Street Diner in Bristol has closed without warning
A popular city centre restaurant has shut without warning. Quay Street Diner in Bristol city centre has ceased trading apparently without explanation. The restaurant opened in 2018 in what was…