Devon & Cornwall Police warn young people about dangerous, illegal vaping liquid

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Wed, 03/20/2024 - 9:41pm

Devon & Cornwall Police have seen a rise in illegal vapes, where the vape liquid has been replaced with Class B drugs THC (the active compound in cannabis) and spice (a synthetic cannabinoid). Due to the levels of these controlled substances in the vapes being unknown, the risks to teenagers taking these substances present health risks which are uncertain and have led to hospitalisations in other parts of the country.

To prevent further harm to teenagers’ health, the Child Centred Policing Team have visited eight secondary schools in the Plymouth area to educate pupils on the...

Five simple exercises to enjoy with your elderly loved ones

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Wed, 03/20/2024 - 10:34am

Exercise is a hugely important aspect of day-to-day life, and that becomes even more the case as we get older. However, too many people enter the later chapters of their life and abandon their fitness. Which can be hugely detrimental on quality of life.

At residential care homes for elderly people, there’s a real emphasis on exercise routines to keep both the body and mind in the best working order and help slow conditions such as dementia.

But it doesn’t matter if a person is in a home or not, staying active is so important and if you have elderly loved ones you want to...

Learning for Leverage: Courses That Make a Difference in Your Career

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Wed, 03/20/2024 - 9:48am

Selecting the right courses can significantly transform your career trajectory, offering new opportunities and enhancing your skill set for future challenges. With the vast array of educational programs available, the key to maximising your professional growth lies in identifying those that provide not just knowledge, but tangible, career-altering skills. This article delves into the essence of choosing courses that yield the highest leverage for your career, especially focusing on areas like digital skills, healthcare management, and beyond. By homing in on courses that align with...

Are Payday Loans Worth It?

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Wed, 03/20/2024 - 8:38am

It seems as though everyone is struggling with money these days. Most people simply do not have enough money, regardless of how much they work or the kind of role they do, and this causes a lot of issues.

Not having the right funds to pay for daily essentials and household bills can put you in a constant state of panic – and this is only made worse when an unexpected payment turns up.

From an unexpected bill or a family emergency to even a special occasion that you can no longer afford, it does not take much for people to run out of money these days.

Borrowing...

Sup-paw-ort your local RSPCA branch today with #EveryoneForEveryAnimal

Authored by Daisy Hall
Posted: Tue, 03/19/2024 - 11:09pm

Crowdfunder and the RSPCA have teamed up to launch #EveryoneForEveryAnimal, a new campaign to create a better world for every animal.

Nearly 60 RSPCA branches across England and Wales have launched their own fundraisers to raise money for their own animal welfare projects in their own communities. Many of the branches have also included unique rewards for their supporters as part of their fundraisers, from tours of their centre and RSPCA branded items.

In Devon, donations will go to a Serenity Garden project at its Little Valley Animal Shelter in Exeter. The project aims...

Masons Kings Marks 40 Years

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 03/19/2024 - 10:05pm

A family-run John Deere dealership based in South West England has marked four decades of steadfast service.

Masons Kings was established to provide customers with agricultural and turf machinery in 1984 in Chudleigh and now has depots in Devon, Somerset, and Cornwall. Today the company has a team of over 120 staff and a turnover of £48m.

“Masons Kings remain committed to its steadfast motto – providing premium support for premium products,” said Roger Prior, Owner and Director at Masons Kings. “This commitment not only reflects our past achievements but serves as a...

The Versatility of Hyperbaric Oxygen Chambers

Authored by David Banks
Posted: Tue, 03/19/2024 - 8:37pm

Hyperbaric Oxygen Therapy (HBOT) is widely recognized as an alternative treatment strategy that uses the power of oxygen to effectively improve a large number of medical conditions.

It is required that the patient to be treated with HBOT enters a hyperbaric chamber, such as the Oxyhelp hyperbaric chamber , in which he breathes a high concentration of pure oxygen (100%) compressed under high pressure exceeding the normal atmospheric level.

In this article, we dive deep into the different types of hyperbaric chambers that are available and what each one has to offer....

SENISCA secures additional £3.7 million financing to support rapid development of senotherapeutic platform to treat age-related disease

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Tue, 03/19/2024 - 8:11pm

SENISCA, an award-winning biotechnology company developing RNA-based senotherapeutics to treat age-related disease, today announces it has raised an additional £3.7 million in funding. This comprises significant backing from SENISCA’s strong investor base, including Emerging Longevity Ventures, QantX, the R42 Group, Trend Investment Group and Apex Ventures, and investment from new funds including Lifespan Vision Ventures. In addition to the total investor capital raised of £7.1 million to date, SENISCA, through prestigious Innovate UK grants, awards, and commercial relationships, has also...

Chicken fans queue over 16 hours for Popeyes® Exeter opening

Chicken lovers queued for over 16 hours for the much-anticipated opening of the new Popeyes ® Exeter restaurant on the High Street yesterday morning.

The launch day saw the New Orleans inspired brass band, ‘The Brass Funkeys’, welcoming guests as doors opened to the brand-new space which can seat over 120 people.

Members of the public queued from 6.30pm on Sunday 17th March, over 16 hours before the doors opened, to be the first to get their hands on the famous Popeyes® menu. The queue spanned almost 100 metres down the high street.

A student from Exeter...

Anti-Money Laundering Regulations in the Crypto Sector

Authored by Val Watson
Posted: Tue, 03/19/2024 - 9:19am

The world of cryptocurrencies is developing at a rapid pace. Regulations aimed at preventing money laundering play a crucial role in maintaining the safety and security of crypto transactions. These regulations are put in place to uncover financial crimes by authenticating the identities of individuals involved in the crypto market. This article explains anti-money laundering (AML) regulations in the crypto world.

Understanding AML Compliance

At its core, AML involves a series of identity verification processes, commonly known as AML checks. These checks are presented on large...

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