The Christmas rush is over, the flurry of updated news is constant so it’s no wonder that things may be feeling somewhat stressful in what's supposed to be a relaxing time of year. But fear not, this live webcam of furry friends may be the perfect distraction.
The past few years have showcased the endless benefits of animal therapy* such as lowered blood pressure and the ability to boost your mood, but the reality of incorporating this into your routine regularly may be somewhat of a struggle. So, with this in mind, you can now watch the perfect online equivalent from the comfort...
150 cats from the South West have found their forever homes in the past year, thanks to players of People’s Postcode Lottery.
Cats Protection’s centres in Cornwall, Exeter and Ferndown helped dozens of locals find a new feline friend in 2021.
One such cat was Scarab, who was originally adopted from the Cornwall Adoption Centre in 2020 but went missing shortly after.
Scarab’s owner, Jayne, searched and searched for him but was unable to find him, despite putting up posters, using social media, and driving around for hours every day.
Chilcotts Auctioneers final sale of 2021 was a roaring success, not least a collection of antique silver spoons that had garnered huge amounts of interest.
‘The Charles C Brian Collection’ included many excellent examples of rare early West Country spoons, some dating back to the late 16th century.
In total, 53 lots of spoons were sold together with several additional items of Exeter. The initial estimate of £20,000 to £30,000 was quickly exceeded, with the final hammer total reaching an impressive £43,000.
Buyers ranged from serious private collectors, specialist...
Skateboarding in middle age helps people navigate depression, bond with their children and cope with personal trials, a new study shows.
Older people who take part in the sport say it has a “spiritual meaning” in their lives and boosts their wellbeing and happiness. Physical benefits are a by-product.
Skateboarding allows them access to a community and gives them an identity separate from other parts of their lives.
One reason could be because the measure of success in skateboarding is more fluid compared to other sports, and failure is seen as part of the...
One of the UK’s rarest fungi, which looks like an underwater coral, has been unexpectedly found in woodland belonging to international animal welfare charity, The Donkey Sanctuary.
The violet coral, Clavaria zollingeri, was recently discovered by one of the charity’s conservation officers, Helen Cavilla, at Paccombe Farm which is home to more than 350 donkeys.
The sighting is only the second time this fungus has been recorded in Devon, whilst other records are from just a handful of sites across the UK.
The violet coral is scarce and one of the UK’s rarest fungi...
Researchers at the University of Exeter will team up with international collaborators including NASA to develop advanced new materials that could be used to create sensors in space to detect carbon emissions from Earth, and smaller, lighter mobile phones.
It is among 12 projects announced today bringing together UK and international researchers to develop cutting-edge new technologies, funded through a £17 million investment from the Engineering and Physical Sciences Research Council (EPSRC), part of UK Research and Innovation (UKRI).
Injection mold technology is complex and needs regular maintenance to make sure that the machinery continues to work well, providing efficient, effective part creation. Ideally, it is best to undergo injection mold cleanings without having to shut down machines for too long, disassemble machines to reach smaller cracks or areas to be cleaned, or delay your production for an extended period.
There are a wide variety of excellent products available that can help facilitate effective cleaning while still maintaining an efficient production schedule. This article will outline some of...
If you’re new to Exeter City FC, then let us tell you that life in League Two isn’t the worst, but it could much definitely be better. The Grecians, the nickname for the club, are chasing promotion, but are outside of the two spots for automatic promotion, which means the fight is on. City have been involved in several playoff battles in the past, but often they’ve had an unhappy ending. Below is a look at some of the history of the club and how things are going in League Two, plus the all-important questions of whether they’ll reach League One and what they have to do to get there....
The Exeter Chiefs rugby team have entered a team for the first corporate esports festival for the whole of the South West, taking place in February 2022.
The two-time Premiership winning club, which also took home the European Rugby Champions Cup in 2020 after beating Paris-based team Racing 92, will enter a three-man team to compete with organisations from across the South West region.
Organised by Tech South West and Exeter College, the event seeks to place the South West at the forefront of esports innovation, one of the world’s fastest growing industries. Part of the...
Patients across Devon are being reminded that most GP practices will be closed over the festive and New Year period and that if they need medical advice to make use of alternative services such as 111.
Most GP practices will close at the end of the day on Friday 24 December and will re-open again on Wednesday 29 December until Friday 31 December. They will then be closed again from Saturday 1 January until Monday 3 January due the New Year bank holiday.
The NHS in Devon is asking people to do what they can to prevent themselves becoming unwell and to choose the right NHS...
