Lifestyle

Casinos in Britain are preparing for a wider offering on their floors after July’s decision to raise the cap on high-stakes slot machines. The reform allows larger venues to quadruple their number of B1 terminals, a move that marks a new stage in the government’s gradual reworking of gambling regulation. The change also underlines how casinos are advancing while high-street arcades remain...

Few household pests cause as much frustration as bed bugs. These tiny insects hide in mattresses, furniture, and even electrical outlets, making them extremely difficult to eliminate with ordinary cleaning methods. Chemical sprays often provide only temporary relief, and DIY solutions can leave you with recurring infestations. That’s why more and more homeowners and pest control professionals...

ENERGY bills could be lowered with a move to a new home in Ilfracombe this winter. With the energy price cap due to rise from next month, Elan Homes is highlighting the advantages of buying a new build home at Seascape.

Regional sales director Tracey Ball explained: “After a long hot summer, it’s certainly starting to feel more autumnal and as temperatures drop it’s likely many people...

The end is in sight for Newton Abbot resident Alex Lyons, who’s closing in on the finale of a gruelling year-long challenge: running 50 half-marathons in 50 weeks to mark his 50th birthday and raise £10,000 for the local charity Life Chance Trust.

Alex’s 50th and final run will take place at the Torbay Half Marathon on Sunday, 21st September 2025, marking the end of an epic journey...