Missing People launch campaign in partnership with Stagecoach to reach people in crisis before they disappear

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Mon, 12/12/2022 - 8:55pm

UK charity Missing People, along with Stagecoach, the UK’s largest bus and coach operator, have joined together on a campaign that will encourage people in crisis to call the free and confidential helpline before they think of disappearing.

The charity confirmed that it is hearing first-hand that financial issues like not being able to pay bills, unpaid debt, and food insecurity are driving people to think about going missing. In response, the charity launched a new preventative campaign in October to reach more people in crisis.

With around 100,000 adults reported...

Which popular Ray-Ban sunglasses and glasses do celebrities wear?

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 12/12/2022 - 5:20pm

Ray-Ban is already a household name whose fame spans continents. The brand doesn’t need endorsements from celebrities to broaden the reach of its impressive reputation for high-quality sunglasses and glasses.

That said, Ray-Ban is a brand that is frequently seen on the likes of the rich and famous – as well as those of us who just want to look stylish.

Why do celebrities love Ray-Ban sunglasses and glasses?

More than just a status symbol or a fashion statement, Ray-Ban is also a trusted brand with a rich history of producing products that are fit for purpose....

How to make your business more efficient

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 12/12/2022 - 4:32pm

If there’s ever been a time to increase your business’ efficiency, it’s now. After multiple years of disruption due to the COVID-19 pandemic, the UK economy is now expected to remain recession until 2024 . In such challenging circumstances, few businesses can afford to allow inefficiencies to eat into their productivity and profits.

Conversely, those who do optimise their operations will be able to improve their margins and even boost staff morale when they need to most. Identifying exactly where and how to make such improvements can be easier said than done. But below, read...

Mount Radford Lawn playing field in St Leonards with its permanent goalposts.

Exeter Plan can Help Protect Community Playing Fields

Exeter residents have been given extra time to respond to the Exeter Plan - an important blueprint that will shape how and where building in the city takes place.

The St Leonards Neighbourhood Association (SLNA) are hoping residents will use this extra time to help add an additional layer of planning protection to the Mount Radford Lawn which it would like to acquire for use as a Community Playing Field for the area.

The current owners are looking to sell the greenfield site at a higher price for property development. However, they are unable to do this as there isn't...

Which electric bike should I choose: 750W or 1000W

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Mon, 12/12/2022 - 8:41am

Electric bikes (or "e-bikes") are a hot commodity right now, and forecasts predict even more rapid growth in this industry in the years ahead. When shopping for an e-bike, it might be challenging to go through all the options due to the wide variety available. The market might seem even more overwhelming for a first-time buyer of a high-performance electric bicycle. There are two distinct types of electric bikes. The motors on some Samebike are 750W, while others are 1000W.

Electric bikes have various types and quality levels to fit your needs. However, the ranks of e-bike motors...

What are Good Maths Activities for Year 4 Children?

Authored by Liv Butler
Posted: Mon, 12/12/2022 - 6:12am

If you have a Year 4 child, you probably want to help them better grasp maths concepts and enjoy the different topics. If they can do this, they will soon perform well in the subject and get better results. To do this, you should consider getting them some maths learning resources. The beauty of well-designed resources is that they offer different, engaging activities to help Year 4 children learn Maths in fun and exciting ways. Effective resources play a crucial role in both classroom and home learning. The materials have been fully tested and proven to help in learning mathematics, even...

Housing association LiveWest supports customers with their energy bills

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 12/11/2022 - 11:21pm

An Exeter woman is thrilled to have won a competition designed to help combat rising energy prices.

The largest housing provider in the South West, LiveWest, has given away 50 slow cookers to residents as part of its Slow Cook, Low Waste competition. Customers were asked to share their top tips on reducing food waste for a chance to win a slow cooker.

Katie Wright, 24, from Exeter, was excited to win a slow cooker so she could try and make different meals for her daughter who is nearly two years old. She says it will make a big difference to their lives and a chance to...

Local homebuilder makes larger donations available to community groups through charitable scheme 

Authored by News Desk
Posted: Sun, 12/11/2022 - 5:54pm

Local homebuilder, Persimmon Homes has announced exciting changes to Community Champions, the company’s generous charitable scheme which has given over £1.5m in the last two years alone to over 5,000 charities, sports clubs and local organisations in Britain.

Through the scheme, Persimmon Homes’ four regional businesses across the South West has previously provided grants of £1,000 to a range of worthy cause throughout the year.

The company has today announced that it will be providing grants of up to £6,000 to community groups and charities every three months, at least...

How are Virtual Sports Changing Various Industries

Authored by Simon Wells
Posted: Sat, 12/10/2022 - 6:41am

Among all the domains, sports is one where technology is used most effectively and aggressively. The use of augmented reality (AR) in sports is now commonplace .

Now, thanks to the sudden leap that technology has taken, almost any aspect of sports is becoming more immersive, from watching content to training and recruiting athletes. In that context, virtual sports play an important role.

In virtual sports, visually generated feedback is shown on a display device. The games were originally based on fantasy sports drawn on paper and pencil that were inspired by real sports...

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