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AI’s Role in Secure Online Casino Environments

AI and machine learning algorithms are now the keen-eyed sentinels in the world of online casinos. They analyse colossal amounts of player data—betting patterns, session length, transaction history—to detect anomalies instantly. These systems flag suspicious behaviour such as rapid-fire bets,...

Parkinson’s UK calls for Plymouth volunteers at fireworks extravaganza

Parkinson’s UK is looking to recruit volunteers from across the South West, to ensure a fireworks display goes off with a bang.

The charity is asking for local people to give up a couple of hours of their time to sell official programmes and collect donations, at the Annual British Fireworks Championship in Plymouth.

The event, which takes place at Plymouth Hoe on Tuesday 13...

Doctors in Devon urge people to be alert to symptoms of lung cancer

The NHS has launched a new ‘be clear on cancer’ lung cancer campaign and local doctors in Devon have urged people with symptoms that could suggest lung cancer is the underlying cause, to get it checked out.

The campaign, which will include adverts on TV, radio and newspapers, runs for the whole of July and into the first half of August.

It aims to raise awareness of the signs...

Plymouth University chosen to launch cyber security bursary

Plymouth University has been chosen to launch a major new scheme aimed at developing the cyber security skills needed to protect the nation’s commerce and infrastructure.

The Cyber Security Skills Alliance (CSSA) has teamed up with four leading universities to offer sponsorship that will support those studying for Masters-level degrees in cyber security.

The aim is to equip...

Board the beach bus to Bovisand!

Beach lovers will be able to take a bus straight to the seaside again this summer.

Families will be able to hop on board the number 54 to the popular beach of Bovisand, which overlooks Plymouth Sound.

The ‘beach bus’ will be operated by Jackett’s Coaches and run daily from Sunday 21 July until Sunday 1 September. It will run from the A9 stop on Royal Parade every hour from...

Stories in the City bring books to life for children

Hundreds of children from primary schools across Plymouth will hear stories in unusual and interesting locations as part of Plymouth City Council’s Stories in the City event this week.

Pupils aged four to 11 from reception to year six are set to hear culinary tales at the River Cottage Canteen, swimming tales at the Life Centre and travel tales at Plym Valley Railway.

To help...

Plymouth University strikes a chord with Royal Marines School of Music

Plymouth University has struck up a major new partnership that will see some of the military’s most talented musicians studying under its banner.

The University’s School of Humanities and Performing Arts has signed an agreement with the Royal Marines School of Music (RMSoM) meaning the BMus (Hons) Degree course delivered alongside the practical and academic music training to Royal...

Plymouth University invests in alumnus' graduate digital recruitment firm

A fast growing digital company which has revolutionised the graduate recruitment market is planning its next expansion following investment from Plymouth University.

Multinational firms, SMEs and around 40,000 UK students are already using We Connect Students , which enables employers to proactively target the graduate talent they need.

But further expansion is now on the cards...

Gear up for a cycle savvy summer holiday

Parents looking for activities for their children to get involved with this summer can take advantage of ‘Bikeability’, the cycling proficiency training for the 21st century.

Children aged six years and over can learn valuable new bike skills with courses running throughout the summer holidays.

Bikeability gives young people the skills and confidence to cycle on today’s roads....

A spray a day keeps the dentist needle away

A revolutionary new nasal spray at the dentist could signal the end of the "dreaded" needle.

Scientists at the University at Buffalo have pioneered the spray to replace the need for needles, a move that could encourage 15 million people in the UK with dental anxiety to visit the dentist.

The nasal spray, called Kovacaine Mist, appeared to be just as, if not more effective than...

Holiday activities with the Whiz Kidz this summer

From crafts to cooking, from surfing to photography there are lots of fun things to do with the Whiz Kidz this summer.

Anyone aged 11 to 19 can register for a number of workshops and have fun whilst learning new skills.

The summer programme is run by Whiz Kidz, a non-profit making organisation set up to improve the employability skills of young people, and has been set up with...

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