In September 2018, Dr Michael Mosely presented the BBC Two programme Trust Me I'm a doctor called 'Can singing give you a natural high?'. They tested whether singing, dancing and cycling could boost levels of endocannabinoids - chemicals thought to be responsible for the 'runner's high'. The result showed that levels were increased by 20% when dancing or cycling. When singing, the levels of endocannabinoids were increased by 40% and big improvements were found in 'mood' together with reduced anxiety and feeling less stressed.
Can Exeter-based Sing for Fun give you a natural high?...
Hearthstone Investment Management Limited, an institutional investment manager specialising in residential property (PRS), has announced its private equity fund, Hearthstone Residential Fund 1 (HRF1), has exchanged contracts for the purchase of 81 houses for a total of £17.9 million from two major housebuilders.
In a significant multi-site deal with a national housebuilder, HRF1 has agreed to purchase 72 two-, three- and four-bedroom houses scheduled to be completed in 2019 for a phased delivery between January and December. The new build homes are located in Exeter (28), Bicester...
If the captivating images being returned by NASA’s New Horizons probe – currently venturing through the distant Kuiper Belt – have whet your appetite for exploring our planetary neighbourhood then you’re in luck this month.
On 27th January astronomer and broadcaster Will Gater will be bringing his spectacular live stage show about the planets to the Exeter Phoenix. The Story of the Solar System tells the tale of how our planetary neighbourhood came to be and how the planets were transformed from wandering points of light to familiar worlds – worlds that we’ve now examined up-close...
Although the UK is currently facing a lot of uncertainty in respect of Brexit, commercial property investments are on the rise. The housing market may be experiencing a slow period, but it seems commercial properties have avoided the same fate. So, as we head into 2019, is this rise likely to continue? Here, we’ll look at some of the top commercial property predictions in 2019.
Retail property investments likely to decline
Retail investments have already seen a decline over the past year. As shoppers continue to move away from the high street, investors are being cautious...
As we start 2019, weather forecasters have said the UK could see another Beast From The East and, liquid fuels trade association The Federation of Petroleum Suppliers (FPS) is urging elderly people age 75+, using heating oil, to sign up to the Cold Weather Priority initiative, as it responds to the latest figures from the Office of National Statistics which show an estimated 50,100 excess winter deaths in England and Wales during winter 2017/18.
This is the highest number of excess winter deaths on record since winter 1975/76 and the FPS is keen to ensure the most vulnerable people...
Flybe, Europe’s leading regional airline, is proud to have once again been recognised as outperforming many major UK players for its On Time Performance* (OTP).
In what is widely regarded as one of the industry’s most comprehensive on-time analyses based on ‘the most stringent and consistent criteria’, Flybe was the only UK-based airline to feature in two categories of the three Top 10 lists published by FlightGlobal, including placed eighth in the Major Airline table with a 77% on time performance record during 2018. The overall results were determined following analysis of more...
Holocaust Survivor talk by Agnes Grunwald-Spier: Women’s Experiences in the Holocaust
Agnes Grunwald-Spier is an author and historian. She was born in Budapest in July 1944. In November 1944 she and her mother were sent to the ghetto, finally being liberated in January 1945. She is a founder trustee of the Holocaust Memorial Day Trust and has written a number of books on the Holocaust. Agnes Grunwald-Spier MBE, JP, MA, HonDArt, Hon.LittD
www.agnesgrunwaldspier.com
Agnes is the author of a number of books which will be on sale at the event. She will be happy to sign...
Exeter Chiefs toasted their first game of the New Year with victory, but this was hardly vintage stuff from Rob Baxter’s side in a contest that lacked any real fizz.
Devon’s finest extended their lead at the top of this season’s Gallagher Premiership by seeing off local rivals Bristol Bears in a contest that is unlikely to live long in the memory bank of the capacity crowd that packed into Sandy Park.
The Chiefs bounced back from their loss at Northampton Saints last time out to edge out their nearest and dearest for a second time this season.
Purchase of office furniture is a task that should consider several factors before a decision is met. A person should realize that office furniture is a long-term investment. Many and different kinds of people will use it for several years before it wears out.
Office furniture can affect employees productivity rates. The comfort and convenience the furniture provide should be superb. Some ideas at Modern Dig gives insights on how you can buy the furniture to better suit everyone needs in the office. No shortcomings should be tolerated, that's why you should read about the following...
At The Exeter Daily, we are die-heard fans of fitness. Exercise and gyming is good to maintain a healthy lifestyle, but biking is the most beneficial thing to do. Exeter is known for its best cycling routes. This is the cycle-friendly city with easy routes. Only a 30-minute ride will help you to reach from one destination to other.
Cycling facilities in Exeter are best compared to other parts of the world. The bicycle is an excellent option to get around and explore the beauty of the city. There are many cycle routes in Devon but, selecting the right touring bike is important to...
