Women's 100km Skye trek raises £500k for breast cancer charity
Over 120 women completed a gruelling 100km charity hike across the Isle of Skye, raising over £500,000 for CoppaFeel! while forging lifelong bonds. Discover their uplifting journey.
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Ardrossan Harbour nationalisation deal at advanced stage
The Scottish government is in advanced negotiations to buy and upgrade Ardrossan Harbour, a key step to resuming ferry services to the Isle of Arran. Read the latest on the 'ferry fiasco' resolution.
Three hikers dead on Mount Baldy, trails closed
The body of a 19-year-old college freshman was found on Mount Baldy's Devil's Backbone trail after a 500ft fall. Two others also perished as treacherous conditions prompt trail closures. Read the full report.
Amateur beekeeper dies from allergic reaction to sting
Alan Ransom, 55, died from anaphylactic shock after a bee sting while tending his hives without protective headgear. Coroner records tragic accident.
Fatal Mountain Lion Attack Suspected in Colorado
A woman has been found dead on a Colorado trail in a suspected mountain lion attack. Authorities have euthanised two animals as the investigation continues. Read the latest.
Hikers in trainers rescued from -15°C mountain
Two hikers wearing joggers and trainers were rescued from -15°C conditions on Ben Macdui. Cairngorms Mountain Rescue warns of the dangers of being ill-equipped for winter hikes. Read the full story.
Three hikers dead on Mount Baldy after failed rescue
Three hikers have been found dead on Southern California's treacherous Mount Baldy after high winds prevented a rescue helicopter from landing. Read the full report on the tragic incident.
King William's College Quiz 2025: Ultimate Challenge
The notoriously difficult King William's College quiz is back for 2025. Can you tackle its cryptic questions on history, literature, and science? Answers revealed 13 January.
Skye McAlpine's Christmas dessert recipes: Zuccotto & Jelly
Discover two stunning make-ahead Christmas desserts from Skye McAlpine: a salted caramel zuccotto disguised as a pudding and a sparkling pomegranate Campari jelly. Perfect for festive entertaining.
Banana containers spill in Solent, causing cruise chaos
Thousands of bananas and exotic fruit wash up on the Isle of Wight after containers fall from cargo ship, delaying a P&O cruise. Full details and coastguard warnings here.
New Roof of England Walk opens in North Pennines
Explore the new 188-mile Roof of England Walk through the North Pennines. Discover golden forests, high moors, and historic villages in this spectacular UK landscape. Plan your adventure now.
Isle of Wight's Premier Wine Hotel Experience
Discover The Terrace, a stunning wine hotel in Ventnor, Isle of Wight. Featuring a 1,100-bottle library, nightly tastings, and acclaimed dining. A perfect UK staycation for couples and foodies.
Weekend Reads: Patagonia, Beatles & WhatsApp Scandal
Explore this week's essential stories including a Patagonian hiking tragedy, Buddhist extremism in Sri Lanka, a parent WhatsApp group scandal, fascia health, and the enduring Beatles legacy.
Major fire closes Crossharbour DLR station in Isle of Dogs
A major restaurant fire on Pepper Street has closed Crossharbour DLR station. Ten fire engines are on scene. Locals advised to keep windows and doors closed. Get the latest updates.
Skye Gyngell, pioneering chef, dies aged 62
Remembering Skye Gyngell, the Australian chef who revolutionised British cooking with her elegant, ingredient-focused approach and earned a Michelin star at Petersham Nurseries Café.
UK Police Launch AI Assistant 'Bobbi' in Trial
Thames Valley and Hampshire police forces launch the UK's first AI virtual assistant, 'Bobbi', to handle non-emergency queries and free up staff for critical incidents.
Skye Gyngell, Influential Chef Dies at 62
Celebrated chef Skye Gyngell, whose seasonal cooking and artistic vision shaped a generation of cooks, has died aged 62. Discover her lasting culinary legacy.
Skye Gyngell, slow food pioneer, dies at 62
Tributes pour in for culinary visionary Skye Gyngell, who built Petersham Nurseries Cafe from scratch and won a Michelin star. Discover her remarkable legacy.
Hiking Italy's Dolomites: A Magical Mountain Guide
Discover the ultimate hiking guide to Italy's Dolomites mountains. Explore breathtaking trails, rifugio stays, and practical tips for your 2025 adventure in this UNESCO World Heritage site.
Three prison officers stabbed in inmate attack
Three prison officers were injured, two hospitalised, after being stabbed with an improvised weapon by an inmate at HMP Isle of Wight. Police are investigating the serious assault.
Master the Country Look Without the Flat Cap Clichés
Urban fashion embraces countryside style. Discover how to wear Fair Isle jumpers and barn jackets authentically, avoiding clichés while capturing a wholesome, grounded aesthetic for autumn.
British woman dies in Chile hiking tragedy
A British woman from Cornwall is among five hikers killed by extreme weather in Chile's Torres del Paine National Park. Read the full story of this devastating mountain tragedy.
Men killed in crash after airbags removed from car
Two young men died in a high-speed crash on the Isle of Wight while in a modified Honda Civic that had its airbags removed. The coroner described the scene as 'horrifying'.
Shetland knitters demand apology from Channel 4
Fair Isle practitioners accuse Channel 4's Game of Wool of cultural appropriation and factual errors. Discover why the knitting community is unravelling.
Switzerland's Secret Winter Paradise: Lower Engadine
Escape the crowded Alpine resorts and uncover the pristine beauty of Switzerland's Lower Engadine valley - a winter wonderland of frozen waterfalls, thermal spas, and untouched snowscapes.
Isle of Dogs: From 'Dullest' to 2,900 New Homes
The Isle of Dogs, once dubbed London's most boring area, is undergoing a massive regeneration project featuring thousands of new homes, commercial spaces, and community facilities in a major boost for the capital's housing market.
Lost spider rediscovered after 50+ years on Isle of Wight
In an extraordinary conservation triumph, the rare white-knuckled wolf spider - feared extinct in Britain - has been rediscovered on the Isle of Wight after more than 50 years.
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