Some parents are using the lockdown to inflict emotional abuse on children warn family barristers

Authored by Reporters
Posted: Tue, 05/26/2020 - 9:38am

A LEGAL service giving separating/divorcing parents direct access to barristers says it’s seeing an increase in emotional abuse during the lockdown and is worried about the damage it’s causing children.

Children in the Middle says it wants to raise awareness of parental alienation to ensure it’s recognised, so youngsters at home under COVID-19 restrictions are less vulnerable to it.

Elizabeth McCallum, who is a family barrister and co-founder of Children in the Middle, along with fellow Exeter barrister Sarah Evans, explained: “If, following divorce or separation, a child,...

What is the standard handyman's tool checklist?

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Tue, 05/26/2020 - 8:34am

Whenever there is a task or repair work; the handyman is expected to arrive. It is because only a handyman has the correct tools in his toolbox that can perform the task and save time, efforts, and energy. As a handyman, he must always be prepared with a checklist before leaving the house or before starting with the activity.

In this article , we shall guide you with some of the standard items in a handyman’s tool checklist. You may make note of these and take many printed copies of the same. Whenever you are leaving to perform the repair work, tick against the tools in your...

German Bundesliga returns

Ladies, gentlemen, and everybody else, it is time for the return of the soccer season! That’s right, the German Bundesliga is back , fresh out of lockdown and ready to entertain the masses.

Following the issue with the coronavirus pandemic, most places were on lockdown and many leisure activities were restricted. The sporting industry was especially hit by this problem, and so it is a great triumph to see the Bundesliga back up at full capacity. Let’s take a look at what’s going on.

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Easy to get gifts for Father's Day

Soon we have another reason to celebrate, and that is Father's Day. Celebrated on the first Sunday of June, Father's Day can be another way to present your dad with gifts (as otherwise, he does not accept any gift from you). So, what are your plans for this Father's Day? Have you planned a party? Or a dinner date with your father? Well, whatever your plans might be, make sure you have a gift by your side to make Father's Day more memorable for him. Presents for Father's day can be a bit tricky to choose but if you plan ahead you can come up with a good one.

Here are some Father's...

Do something amazing: Give blood

NHS Blood and Transplant is appealing to blood donors to make appointments to donate blood.

The next session taking place in Exeter is on Sunday 31 May at Exeter Corn Exchange, between 9.55am andf 2.25pm. Currently this session is 59% full.

Blood donation saves lives. Patients at local hospitals rely on people giving blood.

An NHS Blood and Transplant spokesperson said: “We need people who are fit and healthy to keep donating as normal during the coronavirus outbreak. We've put extra safety measures in place and safety is always our number one priority. We’re...

New study will show impact of coronavirus on Britain’s crucial food supply chains 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 05/25/2020 - 7:43pm

The impact of coronavirus on Britain’s crucial food supply chains will be tracked as part of a new study which will show how the current crisis has affected the journey from farm to plate.

Experts will investigate the disruption caused by the pandemic for producers, manufacturers, distributers and retailers. Their work will help those in the food supply chain as they restructure rapidly, as well as inform government policymaking.

Representatives from industry bodies will share their experiences as part of the study, with findings disseminated as quickly as possible. The...

Could Swedish snus help you quit smoking?

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 05/25/2020 - 6:36pm

Snus is a smokeless powder that is moist packet made out from a variant of dry snuff. Swedish snus is placed under the upper lip and doesn't bring the urge to spit. The milled and dried tobacco is mixed with water, salt, sodium carbonate and different flavourings. Research confirms that it is easier for one to quit smoking if one starts using snus, unlike a person who stops all at once. Snus delivers more nicotine to the body and is said to be less harmful than smoking. Snus users, however, are at a high risk of getting oral or pancreatic cancer.

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Benefits of CBD Oil

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Mon, 05/25/2020 - 4:53pm

There are two key benefits of CBD oil that you should be aware of. Not only do these two benefits seem to be working to repair tissue damage and to rejuvenate the body's immune system, but they can also help boost the body's own immune system.

Of course, the top reason why it is so beneficial is because of how CBD can help you get a better night's sleep. Now, before you start getting excited about the possibility of a better night's sleep, keep in mind that the benefits are specific to the CBD oil you're using.

So, instead of thinking of the benefits as one main benefit...

Business re-launch during COVID-19 is poles apart

As a direct result of Coronavirus an Exeter-based business owner has had to adapt the core activity of her newly launched company, Exe Nordic Walking.

A former teacher, Sue Holden established her fledgling company at the beginning of this year, teaching small groups the technique of Nordic Walking. From March she has been unable to organise walking groups following Covid-19 lockdown, so has switched to booking 1:1 training sessions for clients in order to recognise Government’s social distancing measures and ensuring sanitising of the Nordic poles.

Nordic Walking uses...

How is the payout ratio calculated in gambling?

Authored by Sam Richards
Posted: Mon, 05/25/2020 - 11:07am

For those who are not interested in in-depth game mechanics and just want to have some fun playing their favorite games, some concept of the best online casino payouts might not be of much importance. Enjoying yourself while gaming might be one’s prerogative but understanding some math behind all those beautiful graphics and sound effects might work in your favor. We are not talking about just increasing one’s chances of winning but acquiring some knowledge and power to choose only games that give you those best odds and prolonged gameplay. This can be archived by understanding the...

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