Lifestyle

How to achieve the right work-life balance in 2026

If you’ve been feeling drained and like there aren’t enough hours in the day, you’re far from alone.

For many, juggling work demands with the rest of life is a real challenge. In fact, two-thirds of employees say they can’t fully switch off and struggle to maintain a healthy balance,...

Devon Air Ambulance to host volunteering taster sessions as part of The Big Help Out, 2024

Devon Air Ambulance will once more join the nation by taking part in The Big Help Out. The charity is inviting members of the community to take part in a volunteer taster session at one of three Devon locations.

Last May, an incredible 6 million people took part in with The Big Help Out, coming together to lend a hand in their local communities to experience how rewarding...

Caring for Your Machete Knife: A Complete Maintenance Guide

When it comes to outdoor adventures, a machete knife is an essential tool. From clearing pathways to cutting through dense vegetation, this versatile blade can handle various tasks with ease. However, like any other tool, regular maintenance is required to remain in optimal condition. In this comprehensive guide, we will take you through the steps involved in caring for your machete knife,...

The Intersection of Herbal Remedies and Natural Skincare in the Modern Wellness Movement

In the current wellness revolution, a profound shift is occurring. People are turning away from synthetic solutions and looking toward nature for their health and beauty needs. This trend is driven by a growing desire to reconnect with natural elements and embrace holistic practices that benefit both body and spirit. At the heart of this movement are herbal remedies and natural skincare...

Plymouth High continues to be Good with ‘welcoming community’ says Ofsted

Ofsted has said pupils at Plymouth High School for Girls are 'proud to attend the school', which is a 'welcoming community' with an 'effective personal development curriculum' where ‘pupils achieve well’.

The school and Sixth Form, which is a proud member of the Thinking Schools Academy Trust, was inspected in April 2024 and continues to be ‘Good’ in all areas of Ofsted’s criteria...

Teign School achieves the School Games Gold Mark Award

Kingsteignton school nationally recognised for outstanding practice by Youth Sport Trust.

Students and staff at Teign School in Kingsteignton, part of Education South West , are celebrating as the school has achieved the School Games Gold Mark Award.

The School Games Mark is a government-led award scheme which launched in 2012. It is facilitated by the Youth Sport Trust to...

Devon distillery raises a glass to future growth with £100K funding deal

Two Drifters , a Devon-based distillery that featured on the last ever Hairy Bikers episode, is set for major growth having secured a £100,000 funding facility from Time Finance .

The deal has been arranged to help fund the Devonian SME’s alcohol tax duty, enabling the business to bottle and distribute more of its sustainably produced rum.

Husband and wife duo, Russ and...

The Drum, at Theatre Royal Plymouth, to host one-off inclusive, harmonious musical experience

Next week, in The Drum, Theatre Royal Plymouth will be showing an exclusive, one-off performance of All In .

Taking place on Tuesday 28 May at 7:45pm, this performance is a work-in-progress musical sharing presented by TRP Artist for Change, Bee Jarvis.

Bee is in the final stages of a 12-month placement with the theatre which saw her exploring diversity, intersectionality,...

7 House Move Challenges and Solutions for a Smooth Relocation Experience

Moving house is often cited as one of the most stressful life events, but it doesn't have to be.

With the right approach and assistance, the common challenges of a typical house move can be met head-on, transforming a potentially overwhelming process into a series of manageable tasks.

We want to stress that being organised ahead of relocating is key to a successful move...

Forever Hounds Trust receives share of huge food donation worth over £20,000.00

A greyhound and lurcher rescue centre in Devon is celebrating after being nominated to receive a share of a total food donation worth over £20,000.00 from pet food manufacturer, Burgess Pet Care.

During its digital campaign, the Greyhound & Lurcher Two-week Takeover, Burgess asked its followers to nominate independent greyhound and lurcher rescue centres they would like to...

A generational opportunity: Charity calls for action to tackle alarming rise in cases of type 2 diabetes among under 40s

Cases of younger people being diagnosed with type 2 diabetes in the UK are rising to ‘alarming levels’, a charity has warned.

A new report, published this week by Diabetes UK, says the Government faces ‘a generational opportunity’ to tackle the crisis with a range of measures, including addressing the factors causing obesity and health inequalities.

The report reveals there...

Ida Hotel and Restaurant, Icmeler, Türkiye
Family Law Company - Specialists have an advantage, the same is true in family law.