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Honorary degree for former Exeter MP

Former city MP Ben Bradshaw thanked University of Exeter students for “all they have given the city” as he joined their graduation ceremony to be given his own honorary degree.

Sir Ben’s award was in recognition of public service, including his achievements to boost the quality of schools in Exeter, bring jobs to the city and his campaigning for LGBT rights.

During his 27 years as Exeter’s MP he worked to bring the Met Office to the city and worked closely with the University of Exeter and others in the community to bring about a huge school reorganisation and rebuilding...

4 Ways to Make Face Masks Fun

The Covid-19 Pandemic has forced many changes on us this year, and very few of them have been positive. As well as the death, illness, and economic damage that the disease has inflicted on the world, there have also been many social issues caused by the Pandemic such as lockdowns and travel restrictions. One of the most contentious of the issues has been the necessity of wearing face masks to stop the transmission of the virus.

Whilst the vast majority of scientific and medical professionals agree that wearing masks is the number one way that we can all do our part in slowing the...

Bob Dylan brings lyrics to life in launch of latest art collection

Authored by Claire Small
Posted: Sun, 11/08/2020 - 10:22pm

Bob Dylan’s brand-new art collection, Mondo Scripto , has launched this week, exclusively sold by leading retail art group, Castle Fine Art.

In this second release from the series, Dylan continues the selection of his most renowned lyrics, each originally handwritten by him in pen on paper and accompanied by an original pencil drawing.

The six limited-edition graphics, each hand-signed by Dylan, showcase music released by the artist between 1963 and 1966. Carefully curated and encompassing themes of humanity - from absent love to politics and loss - Mondo Scripto...

Join expert discussion on saving the oceans

Scientists specialising in the marine environment will answer questions on ocean conservation during a free online event organised by the University of Exeter.

The health of our oceans is in decline, and the panel will discuss ways to protect and restore vital marine biodiversity.

They will also talk about the impact of marine degradation on human health and communities around the world.

The hour-long event will start at 1pm on Tuesday (10 November) and will be introduced by Exeter Vice-Chancellor Professor Lisa Roberts.

Questions can be submitted in...

Cazoo

Cazoo launches new customer centre in Exeter

Cazoo , the UK’s leading online car retailer, which makes buying a used car as simple and seamless as buying any other product online, has today opened its latest Customer Centre , located at Denbury Court, Marsh Barton, Exeter and marking the eighth location opened by Cazoo since the summer.

The site was formerly occupied by Imperial Cars which was acquired by Cazoo in July and who have since invested £1m into refitting the site, creating 15 new customer-facing and vehicle-servicing jobs. Cazoo has plans to open a further 7 sites across the UK before the end of the year,...

Bridging the Gap, TEDx Youth @ Gandy Street

TEDx Youth @ Gandy Street: Free tickets now available

Free Tickets for TEDx Youth @ Gandy Street are now available for everyone, HERE: bitly.ws/9UcG

TEDxYouth@GandyStreet is an independently organised TEDx event based in Exeter, England that will be taking place online on November 21st. We are pleased to welcome you to our first TEDx conference, we have an amazing range of speakers ready to share their ideas worth spreading. Please keep an eye on our social media pages where you can see all our amazing speakers as they are released.

Here is the link to our Facebook event: https://www.facebook.com/events/267998467905422...

Why You Need to Have a Get Home Bag

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Sun, 11/08/2020 - 5:28pm

Preparedness is an ingrained nature in each and every one. Living in a world that’s fast-paced should by now have taught you that you need to always have your essentials at arm's length. Man has been on the move either in search of greener pastures or just exploring God’s green earth. Backpacks, sling bags, and other assortments of carriages have been in existence since time immemorial. But little is known about a get home bag.

This is a bag that has all your essential supplies as well as life-saving tools to help you get by through a rainy day. It's one of those bags you'll want...

Devon farm brings virtual camera trap training to budding conservationists for lockdown

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sat, 11/07/2020 - 8:46am

Budding conservationists across the country are now able to develop vital nature conservation skills throughout the second lockdown without leaving their own gardens, thanks to the work of Devon based nature conservation organisation Ambios and Ufi charitable trust, revealed at the week of VocTech – an event celebrating the best of vocational technology.

With recent research revealing that a quarter of native mammals are now at risk of extinction in the UK, and as second lockdown restrictions disrupt conservation work across the country, Ambios and Ufi are overcoming physical...

fuel poverty

Share a little warmth this winter

Fuel Poverty levels are high in Devon, and whilst projects like Healthy Homes for Wellbeing, run by Exeter Community Energy (ECOE) have been tackling this issue head on with their dedicated service, there is still a high level of demand for support .

The Winter Warmth campaign from ECOE, now in its second year, highlights the issues of fuel poverty and hard to heat homes faced by local residents each and every winter. Having recently launched this year’s campaign, ECOE is seeking donations for their Healthy Homes Hardship Fund, which they hope will make a world of difference....

How to Get Lower Life Insurance Premiums

Life insurance gives you peace of mind in knowing that your loved ones will be taken care of once you are gone. Many people are afraid of getting life insurance because they think it is too expensive. However, the amount you pay will depend on the results of the assessment the insurance company carries out when applying. That said, there are several things you can do to lower the premiums you pay on your life insurance policy.

Buy as Soon as You Can

When you are young, you are likely healthy. Because of this, life insurance premiums are often lower for young applicants. Therefore...

Green Electric Scooters Discusses How E-Scooters are Changing Ireland’s Transport

Authored by BHTNews.com
Posted: Fri, 11/06/2020 - 2:59pm

The more people get into electric scooters, the more benefits they provide. We are aware of their most obvious benefits, including saving time, cost-effectiveness, environmental friendliness, and fun. But not many have considered the many other benefits they have to offer. According to Green Electric Scooters, these scooters are providing Ireland with numerous benefits - here are some of the common ones.

1. Mobility

According to Green Electric Scooters , e-scooters have garnered attention across the globe due to the increased mobility they provide individuals with health...

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